Character Analysis and Reflections

What character traits connect to Nick’s actions?

• Bravery and loyalty

• Dishonesty and greed

• Kindness and generosity

• Indifference and apathy

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

Why do you think Nick does the “misbehaving” he is known for?

• He seeks attention.

• He is bored.

• He wants to challenge authority.

• He is misunderstood.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

How does school change once a student reaches 5th grade at Lincoln Elementary?

• More homework and responsibilities

• Less homework and more playtime

• No change at all

• Introduction of new subjects

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Describe the interior and exterior character traits of Mrs. Granger:

• She is strict and has a commanding presence.

• She is lenient and easy-going.

• She is shy and reserved.

• She is indifferent and uninterested.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.1.3

What book does Mrs. Granger love the most?

• The Dictionary

• The Thesaurus

• The Encyclopedia

• The Atlas

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What was Mrs. Granger’s reaction to Nick using “Frindle” in class?

• She was amused

• She was angry

• She was indifferent

• She was supportive

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Nick has recruited other kids to use the word “Frindle” because:

• He wants to create a new trend.

• He is conducting a social experiment.

• He is trying to impress his friends.

• He is following a school assignment.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Why do you think it bothers Mrs. Granger that students use the word “Frindle?”

• She dislikes changes in language.

• She thinks it undermines her authority.

• She finds it amusing.

• She believes it is a passing trend.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

Compare and Contrast: How do each of Nick’s parents act about the word “Frindle” and the principal’s visit?

• Nick's mother is supportive while his father is indifferent.

• Both parents are supportive.

• Both parents are indifferent.

• Nick's mother is indifferent while his father is supportive.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.1.3

How did Nick trick the reporter, Judy Morgan?

• By pretending to be someone else

• By giving her false information

• By hiding important evidence

• By bribing her

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RI.6.3