Write short dialogue (4-6 sentences), using the characters and scenario provided below, in which you use as many of your spelling words as you can. Underline the spelling words that you use.

Sam: confident, good athlete, has played basketball for many years, enthusiastic, and wants to help
Alex: first-year basketball player, afraid of making mistakes, has to work hard to learn new skills, concerned about being the 'worst' member of the team
Scenario: The two friends are talking about the upcoming final game in their basketball playoff series. If their team wins this game, they will win the league championship. How might Sam reassure Alex that he should try hard, even if he is tired? Can Sam convince Alex that keeping a positive attitude will help them play their best?

Alex: As a teammate, we must all work together. Meet me at 5:30 PM at the basketball court so I can teach you. It will be a challenge but I will make sure you master the skill.

Sam: Thank you so much! I will see you then!

Narrator: They arrive at the basketball court to practice.

Sam: Hey Alex!

Alex: Hey Sam! Let's get started with some stretches to prevent cramps.

Narrator: They stretch to prepare for their practice together.

Alex: Alright, now we will begin practicing.

Sam: Okay, I really just don't want to mess up this game.

Alex: Don't worry man we will win because we will work as a team. If we win this game, we will win the championship!

Sam: I am so excited, lets begin practice.

Alex: So you want to be knowledgeable about the positions to shoot.

Sam: Like this?

Narrator: Alex does the form shown by Sam.

Alex: Yes! Perfect!

Narrator: They continue to practice and an hour later Sam masters his skill.

Sam: Thanks again Alex for the practice, I see you at the basketball game tomorrow!

Alex: Alright man, see you then!

Narrator: They win the championship.

Alex: You were a champion out there great work!

Sam: Thank you so much! I hope to see you for the next championship it was an honor playing with you.

Alex: Same, I hope to see you next championship too.

Narrator: They become the best of friends for their chronicle order of plans they discussed.

THE END