In 3–4 sentences, identify one theme in The Crossover and explain why you believe it is a major theme of the novel. Support your answer with specific details from the sections “Fourth Quarter” and “Overtime.”
One major theme in The Crossover is the power of family bonds and the importance of support. Throughout the novel, we see the strong bond between the main character, Josh Bell, and his family, particularly his father and his twin brother, Jordan. In “Fourth Quarter” and “Overtime,” Josh learns the true meaning of family as he deals with his father's health crisis and the impact it has on his basketball career. Even when faced with challenges, his family remains a pillar of support, emphasizing the theme of the unbreakable bond between family members.
