Exploring the Recess Queen Story Elements

The story revolves around Mean Jean, the recess queen, who rules the playground with an iron fist. Her reign is challenged by a new kid, Katie Sue, who defies Jean's rules by swinging, kicking, and bouncing before her. Despite Jean's attempts to intimidate Katie Sue, the new kid remains unfazed and invites Jean to play jump rope. This unexpected gesture leads to a change in Jean's behavior, and the two girls become friends, transforming the playground into a more inclusive and fun place for everyone.

Who was known as the recess queen?

• Katie Sue

• Mean Jean

• Casey

• Jeannie Bean

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CCSS.RI.7.10

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What did nobody do until Mean Jean did it first?

• Swing

• Sing

• Run

• Dance

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Who challenged Mean Jean's rules on the playground?

• A parent

• Another queen

• A new kid named Katie Sue

• A teacher

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What was Katie Sue's reaction to Mean Jean's rules?

• She left the playground

• She played before Mean Jean

• She cried

• She asked for permission

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How did Katie Sue invite Mean Jean to play?

• With a drawing

• With a dance

• With a song

• With a jump rope

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What did Katie Sue like that she mentioned while jumping rope?

• Popcorn and soda

• Candy and juice

• Cookies and milk

• Ice cream and tea

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Who said, 'I like ice cream, I like tea, I want you to jump with me'?

• A random kid

• A teacher

• Mean Jean

• Katie Sue

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What change occurred in Mean Jean after playing with Katie Sue?

• She became friendlier

• She stopped playing

• She left the school

• She became more bossy

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What activity did Mean Jean and Katie Sue do together?

• Jump rope

• Swing

• Slide

• Hopscotch

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CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What was the playground's atmosphere after Mean Jean changed?

• Empty and sad

• Fun and inclusive

• Loud and chaotic

• Scary and quiet

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