The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Chp. 1

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What does it mean to have 'cooties'?

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Cooties is a term used to describe imaginary germs or lice that children often joke about. In the story, Alice was called 'Cooties' because she got lice.

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Why were the townspeople glad about the fire?

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The townspeople were glad about the fire because it meant the tool house, which looked awful and was sure to bring rats, would be taken care of.

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Who is the narrator of the story?

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The narrator of the story is the daughter of the Christmas Pageant director.

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How are the Herdman kids described?

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The Herdman kids are described as the worst kids in the history of the world.

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What did Imogene do to others?

Back

Imogene blackmailed everyone who was fat.

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What is a blackmail?

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Blackmail is when someone threatens to reveal a secret or take action unless they get something they want.

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What is the setting of 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever'?

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The setting is a small town during the Christmas season.

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What is the main event in the story?

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The main event is the Christmas Pageant, which is a play about the birth of Jesus.

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Who are the main characters in the story?

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The main characters include the Herdman kids, the narrator, and the Christmas Pageant director.

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What lesson do the kids learn from the fire?

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The kids learn about the importance of community and taking care of their surroundings.