Exploring the Concept of Frindle and Word Creation

Ten years after coining the word 'Frindle', Nick Allen, now a wealthy college student, receives a package from his former teacher, Mrs. Granger. The package contains a dictionary with 'Frindle' officially listed, fulfilling a promise she made. Mrs. Granger's letter reveals her support for Nick's idea, despite her initial opposition. On Christmas, Mrs. Granger receives a scholarship fund in her name, funded by Nick, and a heartfelt gift, symbolizing the lasting impact of their story.

What significant event happened to Nick Allen when he turned 21?

• He moved to a new city.

• He graduated from college.

• He started a new job.

• He received the Frindle trust fund.

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What did Nick buy for himself after becoming wealthy?

• A vacation

• A new car

• A fast new computer and games

• A house

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What was included in the package Nick received from Mrs. Granger?

• A book and a pen

• A letter and a gift card

• A brand new dictionary, a note, and an envelope

• A new laptop

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What did Nick find on page 541 of the dictionary?

• A note from his father

• A list of new words

• A picture of Mrs. Granger

• A definition of the word 'frindle'

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What did Mrs. Granger's 10-year-old letter reveal about her feelings towards the word 'frindle'?

• She was initially angry but later supported it.

• She always hated it.

• She thought it was a joke.

• She never cared about it.

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What did Nick send to Mrs. Granger for Christmas?

• A book

• A framed picture

• A gold fountain pen

• A new dictionary

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What was engraved on the gold fountain pen Nick sent to Mrs. Granger?

• A thank you note

• Her name and a message

• A poem

• A quote from a book

What did the letter from the superintendent inform Mrs. Granger about?

• Her retirement

• A school award

• A scholarship fund in her name

• A new teaching position

How did Mrs. Granger feel about the changes in the world over her teaching career?

• She was indifferent.

• She was upset.

• She appreciated the enduring importance of words.

• She wanted to retire early.

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What did Mrs. Granger realize about her role in the success of the word 'frindle'?

• She had ignored it.

• She had tried to stop it.

• She had unintentionally helped it succeed.

• She had no role.

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