Exploring Frindle: Chapters 1-3

What is the main character's name in the first three chapters?

• Jane Smith

• Robert Brown

• John Doe

• Alice Johnson

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What new word does Nick create in the story?

• frindle

• frindelicious

• frindel

• frindlez

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does Nick's teacher react to the word 'frindle'?

• Mrs. Granger encourages the use of the word 'frindle'.

• Mrs. Granger reacts negatively to the word 'frindle'.

• Mrs. Granger embraces the word 'frindle'.

• Mrs. Granger is indifferent to the word 'frindle'.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is the setting of the story in the first three chapters?

• The setting is a small town during the early 20th century.

• An isolated island in the 18th century.

• A remote village in the 21st century.

• A bustling city during the late 19th century.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Who is Nick's best friend mentioned in these chapters?

• Tom Buchanan

• Gatsby

• Jordan Baker

• Daisy Buchanan

What motivates Nick to invent a new word?

• To express a new concept or feeling.

• To create a catchy phrase for marketing.

• To follow a trend in language development.

• To impress his friends with his vocabulary.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the concept of language play a role in the story?

• The story focuses solely on visual imagery, not language.

• Language is a crucial element that influences communication, identity, and cultural context in the story.

• Language is irrelevant to the characters' development.

• Language serves only as a background element without impact on the plot.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the initial reaction of Nick's classmates to 'frindle'?

• Angry and dismissive

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Confused and skeptical

• Excited and supportive

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What does Nick's mother think about his new word?

• She is indifferent and doesn't care about it.

• She thinks it's a good addition to his vocabulary.

• She thinks he should stick to simpler words.

• She believes it's too complicated for him.

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CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

How does the author introduce the theme of creativity in these chapters?

• The theme of creativity is introduced via the setting's historical context.

• Creativity is depicted through the characters' reliance on traditional methods.

• The author introduces the theme of creativity through characters' innovative problem-solving and unique artistic expressions.

• The author emphasizes creativity through characters' strict adherence to rules.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2