Live & Direct with Professor Philip A. Lujan Guest: Michael Jordan
Below is a B@ reading task doe kids about Michael Jordan. Good luck and enjoy!
Professor Philip A. Lujan: Hello, Michael Jordan. Thank you for joining me today.
Michael Jordan: Hello, Professor Lujan. I am happy to be here.
Professor Philip A. Lujan: What was your career?
Michael Jordan: I was a professional basketball player in the NBA.
Professor Philip A. Lujan: Which team did you play for?
Michael Jordan: I played for the Chicago Bulls for many years. Later, I also played for the Washington Wizards.
Professor Philip A. Lujan: What are some of your biggest accomplishments?
Michael Jordan: I won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls. I also won the NBA Most Valuable Player award five times.
Professor Philip A. Lujan: That is amazing. Did you play for the United States?
Michael Jordan: Yes. I won two Olympic gold medals with the United States basketball team.
Professor Philip A. Lujan: What message do you have for children who want to succeed?
Michael Jordan: Work hard, practice often, and do not give up when something is difficult.
Professor Philip A. Lujan: Thank you, Michael. Your career is an inspiration to many people.
Michael Jordan: Thank you, Professor Lujan.
Directions: Read the interview about Michael Jordan. Then choose the best answer for each question. Circle or write the letter of the correct answer.
What was Michael Jordan’s career?
A. He was a teacher.
B. He was a professional basketball player.
C. He was a baseball coach.
D. He was a movie actor.
In which sports league did Michael Jordan play?
A. The NFL
B. The MLB
C. The NBA
D. The NHL
Which team did Michael Jordan play for during many years of his career?
A. Los Angeles Lakers
B. Chicago Bulls
C. Boston Celtics
D. Miami Heat
Which team did Michael Jordan play for later in his career?
A. Washington Wizards
B. New York Knicks
C. Phoenix Suns
D. Dallas Mavericks
How many NBA championships did Michael Jordan win with the Chicago Bulls?
A. Two
B. Four
C. Five
D. Six
How many times did Michael Jordan win the NBA Most Valuable Player award?
A. Three times
B. Four times
C. Five times
D. Six times
What does “Most Valuable Player” mean in basketball?
A. A player who cleans the court
B. A player who is considered very important and excellent
C. A player who wears the best shoes
D. A player who is the youngest on the team
Michael Jordan won Olympic gold medals with which country?
A. Canada
B. Spain
C. Brazil
D. The United States
How many Olympic gold medals did Michael Jordan win?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
What advice did Michael Jordan give to children?
A. Buy expensive basketball shoes.
B. Only play basketball when it is easy.
C. Work hard, practice often, and do not give up.
D. Become famous quickly.
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Answer Key
1. B
2. C
3. B
4. A
5. D
6. C
7. B
8. D
9. B
10. C
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