Lesson 12: Why Is This Basketball Player So Famous?

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Across
  1. 2. Before Michael joined the Chicago Bulls, the team wasn't very popular.
  2. 4. For an entire year, he practiced every day with his brother Larry.
  3. 5. Michael Jordan was one of the most successful basketball players in history.
  4. 7. For decades Michael Jordan has been an icon for basketball.
  5. 8. Whenever Michael was on the basketball court, everybody expected to see an amazing show.
  6. 13. However this did not discourage Michael from trying harder.
Down
  1. 1. He was admired by young kids all over the world and slogans like "Be Like Mike" became popular, too.
  2. 2. Fans not only loved Michael's basketball skills, but they also loved his positive attitude.
  3. 3. But in high school, Michael decided to follow in his order brother's footsteps and play basketball.
  4. 6. Larry taught Michael about the importance of competition and not giving up.
  5. 9. When Michael first tried out for high school team, the coach told him "No, you are not tall enough."
  6. 10. Even today, people say he is the greatest basketball player of all time.
  7. 11. To many people, Michael Jordan was more than just a basketball player.
  8. 12. The following season, Michael became the star player on his team.
  9. 13. He played for the Chicago Bulls during the 1980s and 1990s.