New Kid - Jerry Craft Chapter 11

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What is the main theme of Chapter 11 in 'New Kid' by Jerry Craft?

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The main theme revolves around friendship, acceptance, and the challenges of fitting in.

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Define 'shortcoming'.

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A fault or failure to meet a certain standard.

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Who is Andy in 'New Kid'?

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Andy is a character on the baseball team.

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What does it mean to 'try out' for a team?

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To participate in a selection process to see if one can join the team.

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What was the weather like on the first day of practice?

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It was snowing.

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What action did Headmaster Hansen take in Chapter 11?

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He asked a student to leave.

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True or False: Everybody loved the baseball coach.

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False.

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What is a 'dress down day'?

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A day when students can wear casual clothes instead of uniforms.

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What is the significance of the baseball team in the story?

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It represents teamwork, competition, and the social dynamics of school life.

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What does it mean to feel 'accepted' in a new environment?

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To feel welcomed and valued by peers in a new setting.