Read the text, and make a connection to your own life. Explain how the connection helps you understand the text.

Answer:

In the text, the character experiences a moment of deep uncertainty while facing a difficult challenge. This reminds me of when I first started playing a new sport and felt like I would never be as good as my teammates. Making this connection helps me understand the text because it allows me to empathize with the character's internal struggle and frustration. By relating my own feelings of perseverance to theirs, I can better appreciate the character’s growth and the sense of accomplishment they feel at the end of the story.