The Great Universal Undo

What is the key idea in The Great Universal Undo?

• Tommy's mom spoils her toddler with cookies.

• Alexander thinks he has invented a time traveling app that allows him to undo the last thing he did.

• Alexander calls Tommy a toad, and Tommy gets upset.

• Alexander thinks that Tommy has also invented an undo app.

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In paragraph 1 of the selection The Great Universal Undo, what does the word typist mean?

• a person who is skilled in using a typewriter or computer keyboard

• a person who plays a musical instrument

• a person who is not very good at anything

• a creative person who likes to invent things

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Which of the following is true about Alexander Dillahunt in The Great Universal Undo? Select TWO correct answers.

• He is the main character.

• Alexander is boring character who lacks creativity.

• Cookies are Alexander's favorite snack.

• He identifies himself as an inventor and a bad typist.

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What is the main theme of *The Great Universal Undo*?

• A) The importance of friendship

• B) The consequences of one's actions

• C) The joy of discovery

• D) The power of imagination

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In *The Great Universal Undo*, what does Alexander invent?

• A) A flying car

• B) A time traveling app

• C) A robot assistant

• D) A new type of cookie

What literary device is primarily used in *The Great Universal Undo*?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Irony

• C) Simile

• D) Alliteration

Which character in *The Great Universal Undo* is known for being a bad typist?

• A) Tommy

• B) Alexander

• C) Tommy's mom

• D) Alexander's dad

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What is the setting of *The Great Universal Undo*?

• A) A futuristic city

• B) A small town

• C) A magical forest

• D) An underwater kingdom

How does Alexander feel about his invention in *The Great Universal Undo*?

• A) Proud and excited

• B) Nervous and unsure

• C) Indifferent

• D) Disappointed

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What genre does *The Great Universal Undo* belong to?

• A) Science fiction

• B) Mystery

• C) Fantasy

• D) Historical fiction