In 3-4 complete sentences answer the following questions about Josh, the narrator of The Crossover. What was your initial impression of Josh at the beginning of the book? How has Josh's character evolved/developed over the course of the novel? What events of the poem confirmed or changed your opinion of him?
At the beginning of the book, my initial impression of Josh was that he was a talented and passionate basketball player who idolized his father and had a close relationship with his twin brother Jordan. Throughout the novel, Josh's character evolved as he dealt with the challenges of his parents' separation, his father's health issues, and his own struggles on and off the basketball court. The events of the poem, particularly the revelation of his father's illness and his family's struggles, confirmed my opinion of Josh as a resilient and compassionate young man who was able to overcome adversity through love and perseverance.
