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?
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How did Miles become Spider-Man?
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Why is Miles' last name Morales and not Davis?
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Why does Miles think his superpowers are on the fritz?
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On the way back to school, where do Ganke and Miles stop?
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What does Ganke propose on the court?
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What does Bank suggest for a bet?
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Who wins the dunk contest?
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What do the goons on the court do when Miles wins?
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When the goons get the backpack, what does Miles do?
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Where do Miles and Ganke go next?
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What do they see on the subway?
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Who does Miles give the 300 dollars to?
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What is a septum?
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What is fumble?
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What is a growl?
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What does concentrate mean?
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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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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.