New Kid Story Practice

Where does Jordan go to school?

• Washington Heights Middle School

• Riverdale Academy

• Thornton Middle School

• Lincoln Prep

Who is our main character?

• Ghost

• Drew

• Jordan

• Liam

Where does Jordan go to school?

• Washington Heights Middle School

• Riverdale Academy

• Thornton Middle School

• Lincoln Prep

What is Jordan's hobby that he is talented at?

• Basketball

• Track

• Music

• Drawing

Who is Jordan's guide?

• Andy

• Drew

• Liam

• Ghost

Which traits would be true for Jordan?

• Outgoing

• Creative

• Shy/Unsure

• Angry

How does Jordan express his thoughts and feelings?

• By talking with Liam

• By creating music

• By drawing in his sketchbook

• By playing video games

In New Kid, what is the conflict that Jordan describes?

• He is much smarter than all of his classmates and he finds this annoying

• His new friends aren’t friends with each other

• He does not get his way when he plays with his classmates

• He has a high opinion of himself that his classmates don’t agree with.

What is the challenge that both Jordan and Grandpa are dealing with?

• Using new technology

• Fitting into a new place

• Maintaining old friendships

• Living up to Chuck’s expectations

Which of the following proves that the author will follow his grandfather's advice?

• I played soccer. It was okay. Even scored a goal. But it was freezing!”

• “No, it’s usually just me and Liam, or me and Drew.”

• But luckily, the High School of Art, Music, and Mime doesn’t start till ninth grade.”

• “So I decided to see if General Tso’s Chicken could get along with Pepper Steak."