The Unteachables - Chapters 1 & 2

Front

What term does Kiana use to refer to her stepmother?

Back

Stepmonster

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

Why is Kiana staying where she is?

Back

Her mom is filming a movie in Utah.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

Who nearly hits Kiana with a pickup truck?

Back

Parker.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What nickname do the other teachers give Mr. Kermit's coffee cup?

Back

The Toilet Bowl.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What school is Kiana about to enroll in?

Back

Greenwich Middle School.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the significance of Kiana's relationship with her stepmother in the story?

Back

It highlights Kiana's feelings of resentment and conflict in her family dynamics.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

How does Kiana's mother's career impact her life?

Back

Kiana's mother's filming schedule leads to Kiana's temporary relocation and adjustment to new environments.

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does Parker's character represent in the story?

Back

Parker represents the challenges and unpredictability of new social interactions.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the term 'The Toilet Bowl' suggest about Mr. Kermit's coffee cup?

Back

It suggests a humorous or derogatory view of Mr. Kermit's coffee habits among the other teachers.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What themes are explored in the first two chapters of 'The Unteachables'?

Back

Themes of family dynamics, social challenges, and the struggles of fitting in.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2