Miles Morales and Uncle Aaron's Adventures

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Questions and Answers

Where do Miles and Uncle Aaron like to go together?

Rays pizza and Uncle Aaron's apartment and the bodega

What is Uncle Aaron's apartment like?

He lives in the housing project

What is his apartment like?

He has folding chairs and his clothes are in garbage bags

What is a bodega?

A bar where you can get beers Signup and view all the answers

How did Miles become Spider-Man?

He got bit by a genetically engineered mutated spider that Uncle Aaron stole from Osborn Industries Signup and view all the answers

Why is Miles' last name Morales and not Davis?

Because his father's last name has a bad reputation because his dad and uncle once did bad things like robberies Signup and view all the answers

Why does Miles think his superpowers are on the fritz?

Because he is related to Uncle Aaron Signup and view all the answers

On the way back to school, where do Ganke and Miles stop?

Basketball court Signup and view all the answers

What does Ganke propose on the court?

A dunk shooting contest Signup and view all the answers

What does Bank suggest for a bet?

300 dollars and his sneakers Signup and view all the answers

Who wins the dunk contest?

Miles Signup and view all the answers

What do the goons on the court do when Miles wins?

Take his backpack and they think they were hustled Signup and view all the answers

When the goons get the backpack, what does Miles do?

He is on the top of the fence but drops down to fight them for the backpack Signup and view all the answers

Where do Miles and Ganke go next?

Subway Signup and view all the answers

What do they see on the subway?

Showtime - which is a young boy and older boys doing tricks in the subway begging for money Signup and view all the answers

Who does Miles give the 300 dollars to?

To the little kid in the subway doing Showtime Signup and view all the answers

What is a septum?

Wall in your nose that divides the right nostril from left Signup and view all the answers

What is fumble?

Move the fingers and hands awkwardly; mishandle or drop a ball that is in play; bungle; botch Signup and view all the answers

What is a growl?

Low, guttural, menacing sound (as of a dog) Signup and view all the answers

What does concentrate mean?

Focus Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Uncle Aaron and Miles' Hangouts

Miles and Uncle Aaron enjoy visiting Rays Pizza, Uncle Aaron's apartment, and the bodega together.
Uncle Aaron resides in a housing project characterized by basic furnishings.
His apartment contains folding chairs and clothing stored in garbage bags.

Bodega and Its Meaning

A bodega is defined as a bar where beers can be purchased.

Miles Morales' Transformation

Miles Morales gains his Spider-Man powers after being bitten by a genetically engineered spider stolen by Uncle Aaron from Osborn Industries.
The name Morales is chosen over Davis to avoid association with a bad reputation linked to Miles' father's past criminal activities.

Powers and Misunderstandings

Miles suspects his superpowers may be malfunctioning due to his association with Uncle Aaron.

School and Basketball

On the return to school, Ganke and Miles stop at a basketball court to shoot hoops.
Ganke proposes a dunk shooting contest, with a bet of $300 and his sneakers.

Contest Outcomes

Miles emerges victorious in the dunk contest, leading to frustration among some goons on the court who believe they were swindled.
The goons attempt to steal Miles' backpack following his win, prompting him to leap off a fence to confront them.

Subway Adventure

After the basketball court incident, Miles and Ganke head to the subway.
On the subway, they witness a performance by a young boy and older boys showcasing tricks and soliciting money.

Generosity in the Subway

Miles chooses to give the $300 he won to the young performer in the subway.

Vocabulary and Definitions

Septum: The wall in your nose that separates the right and left nostrils.
Fumble: To handle something awkwardly or mishandle a ball in play.
Growl: A low, menacing sound, akin to that made by a dog.
Concentrate: The act of focusing attention on a specific task or object.

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Description

Explore the dynamics between Miles Morales and Uncle Aaron as they navigate life in the city. From their hangouts at Rays Pizza to the complexities of Miles' newfound powers, this quiz delves into their relationship and the challenges they face. Test your knowledge on the unique aspects of their adventures and the meaning of a bodega.