Final answer:
In the story "The Crossover", Ethan is given the job of being the scorekeeper at the basketball party. This job helps Ethan feel included and involved in the party while also developing his sense of responsibility.
Step-by-step explanation:
In the story, "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander, the dad gives Ethan the job of being the scorekeeper at his basketball party.
Ethan is responsible for keeping track of the points scored by each team and announcing the score to the players and the audience.
This job helps Ethan feel included and involved in the party while also developing his sense of responsibility.