What does it mean if something gives you a jolt?

It shocks or surprises you suddenly.

What does Mrs. Granger do when she hears the word “frindle” in class?

She warns Nick not to use it again.

What was Nick’s "grand plan" for his report?

To waste time by making the report as long as possible

What is Mrs. Granger known for at school?

Giving a lot of homework and being strict

Why did Mrs. Chatham come to visit Nick’s family?

To discuss the issues Nick’s new word was causing at school

A meeting or discussion with people.

Something that causes a disturbance

Why does Nick ask Mrs. Granger a question about dictionaries?

To avoid starting class and getting homework

How did Nick and his friends incorporate the word “frindle” in their class picture?

They held up a pen and said “frindle” instead of “cheese”

Why does Nick choose to invent a new word?

He thinks it will be fun to create his own word.

If someone sits primly, they are:

Sitting in a proper and formal way

Expectations or levels of quality

To launch something means to

Start it or send it into motion

How does Nick introduce the word "frindle" in class?

He raises his hand and says he forgot his frindle

If someone blurts something out, they

Say something suddenly without thinking

If something clattered, it

Made a loud, rattling sound when it fell

A mixed-up, confusing group of items.

What did Mrs. Granger’s comment, “Who says dog means dog? You do, Nicholas,” make Nick realize?

Words can mean anything if people agree on them

An overreaction is when

Someone responds in an exaggerated way

A fight against authority or rules.

What is Nick’s response when his dad suggests he stop using “frindle”?

He says it’s too late; the word has become too popular

If someone hesitated, they:

Took a moment to think before acting.

Why does Mrs. Chatham feel concerned about the word “frindle”?

She believes it disrupts the school’s structure and order.

What punishment did Mrs. Granger announce for using the word “frindle”?

Writing out the "I am writing this with a pen" 100 times

To launch something means to

Start it or send it into motion

What reason does Mrs. Granger give for preferring the word “pen” over “frindle”?

It has historical roots from the Latin word pinna

How did Nick’s mom feel about the situation with the word “frindle”?

She thought it was all harmless fun

If someone groans, they

Make a sound to show pain or disappointment.

Why does Mrs. Granger ask to speak with Nick after class?

She wants to tell him to stop disrupting the class

How does Mrs. Granger finally stop Nick’s report?

She interrupts and praises him for a good report

Nick’s decision to invent a new word shows what about his personality?

He is rebellious and willing to question authority.

Why did Nick and Janet miss the bus?

They had a school newspaper meeting

What is Nick’s main goal with his new word “frindle”?

To prove that words can have any meaning we give them

What does Mrs. Chatham want to discuss with Nick’s parents?

Nick’s new word “frindle”

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1
Who is the principal of Nick’s school?
Mr. Allen
Mrs. Granger
Mr. Lawrence
Mrs. Chatham
2
What does it mean if something gives you a jolt?
It makes you feel calm and relaxed.
It makes you feel sleepy.
It shocks or surprises you suddenly.
It moves you in a very slow and steady way.
3
What does Mrs. Granger do when she hears the word “frindle” in class?
She warns Nick not to use it again.
She encourages Nick to keep using it.
She starts using it herself.
She ignores it.
4
An oath is
A funny joke
A formal or serious promise
A way to say goodbye
A casual promise
5
What was Nick’s "grand plan" for his report?
To make his report as short as possible
To introduce his new word "frindle"
To impress Mrs. Granger with his knowledge
To waste time by making the report as long as possible
6
What does Janet find on the ground while walking home?
A notebook
A shiny coin
A gold bracelet
A gold ballpoint pen
7
What is Mrs. Granger known for at school?
Being funny and easygoing
Teaching art classes
Coaching the sports teams
Giving a lot of homework and being strict
8
Why did Mrs. Chatham come to visit Nick’s family?
To congratulate Nick on his creativity
To invite Nick’s parents to a school event
To discuss the issues Nick’s new word was causing at school
To inform them of new school policies
9
A conference is
A letter-writing session
A meeting or discussion with people.
A quiet time alone.
A solo activity.
10
An announcement is
A public or official statement
A private message
A friendly greeting
A letter to a friend
11
A disruption is
A calm and quiet situation
A peaceful moment
A scheduled event
Something that causes a disturbance
12
What subject does Mrs. Granger teach?
History
Science
English
Math
13
Why does Nick ask Mrs. Granger a question about dictionaries?
To avoid starting class and getting homework
To learn more about dictionaries
To impress his classmates
To make Mrs. Granger laugh
14
A breeze is:
No movement in the air.
A strong wind
A type of storm.
A light and gentle wind.
15
How did Nick and his friends incorporate the word “frindle” in their class picture?
They held up a pen and said “frindle” instead of “cheese”
They secretly wrote it on the stage
They wrote it on their shirts
They refused to smile and said “frindle”
16
Why does Nick choose to invent a new word?
He’s writing a book about language.
He wants to impress his teacher.
He thinks it will be fun to create his own word.
He wants to make a new word for a school project.
17
If someone sits primly, they are:
Calm and casual
Leaning back comfortably
Sitting in a proper and formal way
Slouched and relaxed
18
What class does Nick use to introduce the word "frindle"?
Math
History
Language Arts
Science
19
Standards are:
Random rules with no reason
Expectations or levels of quality
Things that are never used
Goals that are very difficult to reach
20
To launch something means to
Stop it from moving
Start it or send it into motion
Keep it in one place
Put it on hold
21
How does Nick introduce the word "frindle" in class?
He whispers it to his friend
He raises his hand and says he forgot his frindle
He writes it on the board
He shows a picture of a frindle
22
If someone blurts something out, they
Think carefully before speaking
Speak slowly and quietly
Write it down first.
Say something suddenly without thinking
23
If something clattered, it
Moved without making any noise
Fell silently
Flew through the air
Made a loud, rattling sound when it fell
24
A jumble is
An organized arrangement.
A mixed-up, confusing group of items.
A type of food.
A calm, quiet area.
25
If something happens abruptly, it happens:
Slowly and gently
With a lot of planning.
Gradually over time.
Quickly and unexpectedly.
26
What did Mrs. Granger’s comment, “Who says dog means dog? You do, Nicholas,” make Nick realize?
Words can mean anything if people agree on them
Dogs have a special meaning to Nick
Only adults can create new words
Nick didn’t understand the English language
27
An overreaction is when
Someone responds in an exaggerated way
Someone underestimates a situation.
Someone responds calmly
Someone ignores a problem
28
Who is the first student to use “frindle” along with Nick?
Allison
Pete
Janet
John
29
A rebellion is:
A game or contest.
Following rules strictly
A fight against authority or rules.
A friendly gathering.
30
If something plops, it:
Makes no sound at all.
Bounces back up.
Flies through the air
Put something down heavily
31
What is Nick’s response when his dad suggests he stop using “frindle”?
He refuses to answer
He agrees to stop
He argues that the word is harmless
He says it’s too late; the word has become too popular
32
If someone hesitated, they:
Acted quickly without thinking
Took a moment to think before acting.
Refused to act.
Acted without caring.
33
What does Nick’s dad suggest he should do about the word “frindle”?
Stop using it himself
Apologize to Mrs. Granger
Create a different word
Tell everyone to stop using it
34
Why does Mrs. Chatham feel concerned about the word “frindle”?
She believes it disrupts the school’s structure and order.
She wants to use the word herself.
She thinks it will make learning harder.
She is worried students will make fun of her.
35
What punishment did Mrs. Granger announce for using the word “frindle”?
Writing an essay about respect
Getting a letter sent home to their parents
Writing out the "I am writing this with a pen" 100 times
Staying after school without any writing assignment
36
To launch something means to
Start it or send it into motion
Keep it in one place
Stop it from moving
Put it on hold
37
What reason does Mrs. Granger give for preferring the word “pen” over “frindle”?
It is her favorite word
It has historical roots from the Latin word pinna
It sounds more professional
It is simpler to spell
38
How did Nick’s mom feel about the situation with the word “frindle”?
She fully agreed with Mrs. Chatham
She was angry with Nick’s friends
She thought it was all harmless fun
She was annoyed with Nick
39
What new word does Nick invent in Chapter 2?
Blurp
Womble
Snozzle
Frindle
40
If someone groans, they
Make a sound to show pain or disappointment.
Cheer excitedly.
Laugh loudly
Sing a song.
41
A high-pitched sound is:
Loud and unpleasant
Very deep and low.
Very soft and quiet
Sharp and high in tone.
42
Why does Mrs. Granger ask to speak with Nick after class?
She wants to assign him a new project
She wants to give him extra homework
She wants to congratulate him on his creativity
She wants to tell him to stop disrupting the class
43
How does Mrs. Granger finally stop Nick’s report?
She tells him to leave the classroom
She tells him he’s out of time
She asks him to sit down
She interrupts and praises him for a good report
44
Nick’s decision to invent a new word shows what about his personality?
He is uninterested in school or learning.
He is rebellious and willing to question authority.
He always prefers doing what is expected of him.
He is shy and dislikes standing out.
45
Why did Nick and Janet miss the bus?
They had a school newspaper meeting
They were in detention
They forgot about the bus
They were finishing a test
46
If someone arrives promptly, they are:
Not coming at all.
Exactly on time.
Very early.
A little late.
47
What is Nick’s main goal with his new word “frindle”?
To show his parents he’s creative
To make fun of dictionaries
To prove that words can have any meaning we give them
To help students do better in English
48
What does Mrs. Chatham want to discuss with Nick’s parents?
Nick’s grades
Nick’s new word “frindle”
Nick’s friends
Nick’s attendance
49
Applause is
A sound made by clapping hands
A noise made by stomping feet.
A quiet moment of respect
A song or a melody.
50
Who is the main character in Frindle?
John Davis
Mr. Chatham
Mrs. Granger
Nick Allen
51
Where does Nick first test out his new word, “frindle”?
In Mrs. Granger’s classroom
At the local library
In the school cafeteria
At home
52
A uniform is
Clothing that everyone wears to look the same.
A unique, one-of-a-kind outfit.
Something people wear only on weekends.
A specific color of shoes.
53
To be acquainted with someone means
You know everything about them
You’ve never met them
You’re best friends
You know them a little.
54
Someone’s reputation is:
How successful they are
How others see and think of them
How they feel about themselves
What they do for a living
55
How does Nick feel before giving his report to Mrs. Granger’s class?
Angry and annoyed
Nervous and uncertain
Confident and excited
Unprepared and sleepy
56
When someone is absorbed in a book, they are:
Glancing through it quickly
Reading it a little
Ignoring it
Completely focused and interested
57
How do Nick’s classmates react when they hear the word “frindle”?
They start using it as well.
They ignore it and continue using “pen.”
They laugh and think it’s a joke.
They are confused and ask Nick to explain.
58
What unusual item does Mrs. Granger give Nick at the end of their meeting?
A new dictionary
A pen with “frindle” written on it
A sealed letter for him to read later
A certificate for creativity

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