Question

The Crossover by Kwame Alexander


Name a topic listed below and explain how it is expressed in the novel. Use these topics to help you determine a theme revealed in the story.
Possible Themes
good vs. evil
fate vs. free will
alienation
humans vs. nature
identity
change vs. tradition
overcoming fear or weakness
quest for discovery

Answer 1

1 - 2 small paragaghs

Answer 2

Using evidence from the poems “I run into Dad’s room,” “Behind Closed Doors,” “Text Messages from Mom, Part One,” and “At Noon, in the Gym, with Dad,” how does each poem convey important information about the boys’ dad’s health problems?

Answer 3

make it 2 paraghaph that ar small

Answer 4

What is most memorable about the novel? What devices does the author use to create this effect?

Answer 5

Find an example of a literary device used in the novel. Please note the page where the literary device is used and the effect it has on the poem.