What lesson can readers learn from the student’s experience in the story?

Facing new situations can help us grow

Skipping school is sometimes necessary

As Jordan thought about his grandfather’s words, he came to see them as a metaphor meant to help him adjust. Which phrase correctly punctuates the underlined section of the sentence?

about his grandfather’s words he came to see, them as a metaphor meant to help him adjust

about his grandfather’s words, he came to see, them as a metaphor meant to help him adjust

about his grandfather’s words he came to see them, as a metaphor meant to help him adjust

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

His interests are different from those of his classmates.

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.

His new friends aren’t friends with each other.

Choose the correct use of a comma.

Zazu plays dodgeball in the house on rainy days.

Zazu plays dodgeball, in the house on rainy days.

Choose the correct use of a comma.

Since she tried blueberry ice cream , Cho Chang has refused to eat any other flavor.

Since she tried blueberry ice cream Cho Chang has refused to eat any other flavor.

Choose the correct use of a comma.

Luna Lovegood updates her blog every day unless her favorite TV show is on.

Luna Lovegood updates her blog every day , unless her favorite TV show is on.

Choose the correct use of a comma.

When the radio station plays country music, Ginny Weasley sings louder than everyone else.

When the radio station plays country music Ginny Weasley sings louder than everyone else.

the message about life that the author expresses

the time and location of a story- the setting

sequence of events- beginning, middle, end of a story

Susie was waiting for Tina to arrive in the crowded lunch room. She looked through the crowd to see if she could spot Tina from afar. Tina was standing in an area all by herself. She had a perplexed look on her face, as there were no other seats available. Thankfully, Susie had saved her a seat, and all was well. What is the theme?

Friendship comes in many forms.

Lunch is best when it's crowded.

Read the following passage from a story. As Tai strummed the guitar, Charlesa looked at her with pride. For so long, Tai's fingers had clumsily tripped over the strings, but now she played the song with ease. Getting to this point hadn't been easy for Charlesa, either. She sighed, trying to bury the memories of all the screaming tantrums Tai had thrown. Once, she nearly threw her guitar against a wall. But now when Tai smiled, an dthe tune of "Sweet Home Alabama" floated out of the instrument, Charlesa smiled, too. It had been worth it. Which of the following is most likely a theme of the story?

Hard work can bring great rewards.

Playing a musical instrument is too much work.

Friends shouldn't try to teach each other new things.

It's OK to give up on yourself.

What do the stories New Kid and The First day of school have in common? How are they similar? Choose all the correct answers.

Both stories are about children

The main characters feel a bit nervous

One story is a graphic novel and the other is a short story

The story is mainly with their grandfather in Yonkers

How are the two stories New Kid and The First Day of School different? Contrast the stories. Choose all of the correct answers.

The schools are both in New York.

What is a common theme in both stories?

Starting something new can feel scary, but with support and courage, it gets easier

Going to school is fun and worth it because you have fun everyday

School is difficult and never becomes easy

Starting something new is never scary because everyone is brave

Which sentence uses a comma correctly?

After the bell rang, the students hurried to class.

After the bell rang the students, hurried to class.

What is the main message, or theme, of a story where a character overcomes their fear of speaking in front of the class?

Facing your fears can help you grow.

Public speaking is always easy.

Everyone should avoid speaking in public.

Stories should always be funny.

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1 min • 4 pts

Why do you think the writer tells the story from the student’s point of view?

To help us understand how it feels to start something new

To explain the school’s rules

To talk about the teacher’s life

To show the school building

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 4 pts

Why does the student feel nervous on the first day of school?

The student is meeting new classmates and teachers

The student forgot their homework.

The student is late for school.

The student lost their lunch

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 4 pts

Why might the author have chosen to focus on the student’s perspective in the story?

To help readers understand the emotions of starting something new

To explain the school’s rules

To describe the teacher’s background

To show the school building

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 4 pts

Who is the author of The First Day of School?

R.V. Cassill

Jerry Craft

JK Rowling

Toni Morrison

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 4 pts

What is one way the student in The First Day of School tries to feel more comfortable on their first day?

By talking to a new classmate

By skipping class

By hiding in the hallway

By talking to the teacher in class

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 4 pts

What is the main theme of The First Day of School?

Adjusting to new experiences can be challenging but worth it.

Going on a summer vacation is the best way to learn.

Winning a sports competition means working hard.

Learning math can be difficult but better than learning English.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

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1 min • 4 pts

How does the student’s perspective help readers connect with the story?

It describes the school’s architecture

It explains the teacher’s lesson plan

It allows readers to relate to the student’s feelings

It focuses on the principal’s announcements

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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Why do you think the writer tells the story from the student’s point of view?

Why does the student feel nervous on the first day of school?

Why might the author have chosen to focus on the student’s perspective in the story?

Who is the author of The First Day of School?

What is one way the student in The First Day of School tries to feel more comfortable on their first day?

What is the main theme of The First Day of School?

How does the student’s perspective help readers connect with the story?

What type of story is The First Day of School?

Paragraph 13 in The First Day of School uses the word resentment? What does it mean?

What lesson can readers learn from the student’s experience in the story?

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