Frindle Review

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Who is the author of 'Frindle'?

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Andrew Clements

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What did the fifth graders do during the class picture?

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They said 'frindle' and held up a pen.

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What gift did Mrs. Granger give Nick when he was a junior in college?

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A dictionary.

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What game does the author Andrew Clements compare the 'war of words' to?

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Chess.

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Who is Janet Fisk?

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Nick's friend that found a ballpoint pen.

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What is a 'frindle'?

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A made-up word for a pen, created by Nick.

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What lesson does Nick learn about words in 'Frindle'?

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Words can be powerful and can change meanings.

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What role does Mrs. Granger play in Nick's life?

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She is his teacher who challenges him and helps him grow.

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How does the school react to the word 'frindle'?

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The school tries to ban it, leading to a 'war of words'.

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What does Nick's invention of 'frindle' symbolize?

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Creativity and the power of language.