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What was a significant factor in Justin's improvement in school?
What was a significant factor in Justin's improvement in school?
What was Justin's GPA like by senior year?
What was Justin's GPA like by senior year?
What score did Justin achieve on the ACT?
What score did Justin achieve on the ACT?
What decision did Justin make regarding his college enrollment?
What decision did Justin make regarding his college enrollment?
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What emotion did Justin feel after spending time studying with his sister?
What emotion did Justin feel after spending time studying with his sister?
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What was Justin's primary escape from his neighborhood before his injury?
What was Justin's primary escape from his neighborhood before his injury?
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How did Justin initially react to the challenge from the big guy?
How did Justin initially react to the challenge from the big guy?
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What did the doctor say about Justin's future in basketball after his injury?
What did the doctor say about Justin's future in basketball after his injury?
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What was one of Justin's coping strategies during his recovery?
What was one of Justin's coping strategies during his recovery?
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How did Justin feel about his grades since his injury?
How did Justin feel about his grades since his injury?
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What impact did Kiki's stories about college have on Justin?
What impact did Kiki's stories about college have on Justin?
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What was Justin's physical state during the first six weeks after his injury?
What was Justin's physical state during the first six weeks after his injury?
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What motivation did Kiki provide concerning Justin's academic performance?
What motivation did Kiki provide concerning Justin's academic performance?
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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.
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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.
