Part A

Question

What is a central theme of “Racing to Race?”

Responses

A close friend is good medicine.
A close friend is good medicine.

Running a race is not always about winning.
Running a race is not always about winning.

Good things always come to those who wait.
Good things always come to those who wait.

Training takes time and dedication.

Part B - Points depend on a correct response in Part A.

Which statement best shows how the theme identified in Part A is developed in the story?

Responses

Meiya reminds Carlo that he has just finished rehab, and Carlo acknowledges that he will once again have to build up his strength and endurance.
Meiya reminds Carlo that he has just finished rehab, and Carlo acknowledges that he will once again have to build up his strength and endurance.

Carlo realizes that he may not be able to compete on the school track team because his injury is not fully healed but discovers that he can still run for fun with his friend.
Carlo realizes that he may not be able to compete on the school track team because his injury is not fully healed but discovers that he can still run for fun with his friend.

Carlo pictures himself winning a big race on the school track team and when he realizes that he may not be able to run, he is very discouraged and disappointed.
Carlo pictures himself winning a big race on the school track team and when he realizes that he may not be able to run, he is very discouraged and disappointed.

Meiya knows that she is faster than Carlo, so she does her best to encourage him and also lets him win a race between them to boost his spirits.

Answer 1

Part A

The central theme of “Racing to Race?” is:

Running a race is not always about winning.

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Part B

The statement that best shows how the theme identified in Part A is developed in the story is:

Carlo realizes that he may not be able to compete on the school track team because his injury is not fully healed but discovers that he can still run for fun with his friend.

This response illustrates the idea that the value of running and racing goes beyond just winning; it emphasizes the enjoyment and companionship that can come from the activity itself.