Frindle Test

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What does the word 'oath' mean?

Back

A statement or promise.

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How does Nick feel about the money he has after ten years?

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Generous.

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Why did the reporter want to know everything about the new word frindle?

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She thought it would boost her career and get her on national television.

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What is the best summary of the book Frindle?

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In fifth grade, Nick meets his match in Mrs. Granger. Nick accidentally starts a war with her by creating the word frindle. Mrs. Granger is determined to stop the word's use. This continues until the word travels across the country and Nick gets a trust fund from money earned on frindle products, and eventually frindle is put into the dictionary. Mrs. Granger then lets Nick know she was rooting for him all along, and Nick gives Mrs. Granger gifts forever.

Front

Complete the analogy: Binder is to Notebook as Pen is to _______?

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Frindle.

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What is a frindle?

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A new word created by Nick to replace the word 'pen.'

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Who is Mrs. Granger?

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Nick's strict teacher who opposes the use of the word frindle.

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What does it mean to create a new word?

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To invent a term that is not commonly used or recognized.

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What is the significance of the word frindle in the story?

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It represents creativity, rebellion, and the power of language.

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How does Nick's idea of frindle affect his classmates?

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It inspires them to use the new word and join in on the fun.