Frindle

Front

What is the main theme of the book 'Frindle'?

Back

The main theme of 'Frindle' is the power of creativity and the impact of language on communication.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

Who is the main character in 'Frindle'?

Back

Nick Allen is the main character in 'Frindle'.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What does the word 'frindle' mean in the story?

Back

In the story, 'frindle' is a new word created by Nick Allen to mean 'pen'.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

How does Mrs. Granger react to the word 'frindle'?

Back

Mrs. Granger disapproves of the word 'frindle' and tries to enforce traditional language rules.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What consequence do students face for using the word 'frindle'?

Back

Students must stay after school in detention and write sentences if they use the word 'frindle'.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What does Nick's creativity lead to in the story?

Back

Nick's creativity leads to a widespread use of the word 'frindle' and a movement that challenges authority.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How does Nick's family react to his use of the word 'frindle'?

Back

Nick's family finds it amusing and supportive of his creativity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What role does Miss Deavers play in the story?

Back

Miss Deavers supports Nick's creativity by engaging students in fun activities.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What does the word 'inventive' mean?

Back

Inventive means having the ability to create or design new things or to think originally.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

How does Nick's character develop throughout the story?

Back

Nick becomes more confident and assertive in expressing his ideas and challenging norms.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3