The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Chapters 1 & 2

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever'?

Back

The main theme is about the importance of community, acceptance, and understanding others, even those who may seem different or difficult.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

Who are the Herdmans?

Back

The Herdmans are a group of children known for being troublemakers and are described as the worst kids in the history of the world.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What does the term 'pot-luck supper' mean?

Back

A pot-luck supper is a communal meal where each guest brings a dish to share with others.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

Why did Charlie like Sunday school?

Back

Charlie liked Sunday school because there were no Herdmans there.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What does the phrase 'one hand tied behind my back' imply in the context of running the pot-luck supper?

Back

It implies that the speaker believes running the pot-luck supper would be very easy.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

What is a good title for Chapter 1 of 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever'?

Back

A good title for Chapter 1 is 'Meet the Herdmans'.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What was Mother unable to assign from Mrs. Armstrong's duties?

Back

Mother was unable to assign the Christmas Pageant.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How does the author describe the Herdmans' behavior?

Back

The author describes the Herdmans' behavior as disruptive and unruly, making them notorious in the community.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the significance of the Christmas Pageant in the story?

Back

The Christmas Pageant serves as a central event that brings the community together and highlights the themes of acceptance and understanding.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What role does Mrs. Armstrong play in the story?

Back

Mrs. Armstrong is a character who is involved in organizing church events, including the Christmas Pageant.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4