The Breakaway: A Journey Through Basketball

Questions and Answers

What was a significant factor in Justin's improvement in school?

Peer tutoring programs at his school

The support and study techniques from his sister (correct)

His own determination to succeed

The influence of his basketball coach

What was Justin's GPA like by senior year?

It was low and needed improvement

It fluctuated throughout the year

It was significantly high, described as being in a favorable position (correct)

It was at an average level for students

What score did Justin achieve on the ACT?

24 (correct)

What decision did Justin make regarding his college enrollment?

He decided to enroll in the sunniest university in Hawaii. Signup and view all the answers

What emotion did Justin feel after spending time studying with his sister?

Confidence in his abilities Signup and view all the answers

What was Justin's primary escape from his neighborhood before his injury?

Basketball Signup and view all the answers

How did Justin initially react to the challenge from the big guy?

He was indifferent and uninterested. Signup and view all the answers

What did the doctor say about Justin's future in basketball after his injury?

He might never play again. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of Justin's coping strategies during his recovery?

Watching reruns of The Simpsons. Signup and view all the answers

How did Justin feel about his grades since his injury?

He felt ashamed of their decline. Signup and view all the answers

What impact did Kiki's stories about college have on Justin?

He felt inspired and intrigued. Signup and view all the answers

What was Justin's physical state during the first six weeks after his injury?

He felt like a broomstick and gained weight. Signup and view all the answers

What motivation did Kiki provide concerning Justin's academic performance?

She emphasized the importance of improving grades. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Justin's Journey

Justin sees basketball as his only way out of his neighborhood and excels at it, easily outperforming older and younger players.
His future is disrupted when he gets injured during a game, tearing his right knee and facing the possibility of never playing again.
The injury leads to a period of despair; Justin gains weight and loses motivation, spending days watching TV and eating junk food.

Influence of Kiki

Justin's sister, Kiki, returns from college, bringing stories of her experiences that inspire Justin.
She notices Justin's slipping grades and motivates him to improve academically, leading to a renewed sense of purpose.
Together, they study and work hard, which significantly boosts Justin's spirits and academic performance.

Academic Success

After Kiki's help, Justin excels in school, improving his GPA significantly throughout high school.
He prepares for the ACT, leveraging the study skills he learned from his sister.
Justin achieves a score of 24 on the ACT, which, while not the highest possible score, is sufficient for college acceptance.

College Acceptance

Despite not receiving recruitment offers for basketball, Justin applies to several universities and gets accepted by all.
He ultimately decides to attend a university in Hawaii, marking a positive turn in his life and future.

Description

Explore the thrilling story of Justin, a young basketball player looking for an escape from his neighborhood through his passion for the sport. As he navigates the challenges of growing up, he discovers that life can change unexpectedly. Join this quiz to test your understanding of Justin's journey and the themes of resilience and ambition.