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The Unbreakable Spirit
Jimmy was the star of his school's basketball team. He was fast, agile, and an excellent shooter. But everything changed one fateful day when Jimmy fell during a game and injured his leg severely. The doctor's prognosis was harsh; Jimmy would take months to walk again, let alone play basketball. Jimmy was devastated. But he decided not to let this adversity break him. He began the rigorous process of physical therapy, fueled by his unbreakable spirit. His coach and teammates visited him regularly, their support giving him the strength to persevere. Slowly but surely, Jimmy made progress. He started walking again. With time, he even managed to shoot hoops from his wheelchair, his accuracy returning. The day he stepped onto the court again was a triumphant one, the crowd cheering his resilience. Jimmy knew it was his unwavering determination, coupled with the support of his friends and family, that helped him overcome this adversity. He had learned an invaluable lesson - hardships might bend us, but they cannot break us if we don't let them.
Question 1
What does 'adversity' mean in this context?
Happiness
Victory
Hardship
Excitement
Luck
Question 2
What is the central idea of the story?
Playing basketball
Physical Injury
Overcoming adversity with determination and support
Visiting a doctor
Physical therapy
Question 3
Which event happened first in the story?
Jimmy started shooting hoops from his wheelchair
Jimmy fell during a game
Jimmy's team visited him
Jimmy returned to the court
Jimmy started physical therapy
Question 4
How does the author characterize Jimmy?
Lazy and unambitious
Clumsy and careless
Resilient and determined
Weak and fearful
Unpopular and lonely
Question 5
Which statement is false according to the text?
Jimmy was a star of his school's basketball team
Jimmy's doctor gave an optimistic prognosis
Jimmy's teammates visited him regularly
Jimmy was able to shoot hoops from his wheelchair
Jimmy managed to step onto the court again
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