Frindle Final Test

Front

Frindle is a word for _____________.

Back

pen

Front

What did the students think of Nick's report on dictionaries?

Back

They thought it was boring but pretended to like it so that Nick would waste more time.

Front

How did Nick BEGIN his plan to have others use the word Frindle for pen?

Back

He walked into the Penny Pantry store and asked the lady behind the counter for a Frindle.

Front

Who decides what words make it into the dictionary according to Mrs. Granger?

Back

"you do"

Front

Who came to Nick's house one day to speak to Nick's parents about the use of the word Frindle?

Back

Mrs. Chatham

Front

What is the main theme of the book Frindle?

Back

The power of words and creativity in language.

Front

What does Nick's invention of the word Frindle represent?

Back

It represents innovation and the ability to change language.

Front

How does Mrs. Granger react to Nick's use of the word Frindle?

Back

She is initially upset but later acknowledges the creativity behind it.

Front

What lesson does Nick learn by the end of the story?

Back

He learns that words can have power and meaning beyond their definitions.

Front

What role do Nick's friends play in the spread of the word Frindle?

Back

They help popularize the word by using it in their conversations.