Understanding the 'Frindle' Story

The transcript describes a conflict at a school where a fifth-grader, Nick, invents a new word, 'frindle', which causes a stir among students and teachers. The principal, Mrs. Chatham, meets with Nick's parents to discuss the issue. Nick's mother supports him, while his father is more cautious. The situation escalates when a local reporter, Judy Morgan, investigates the story, highlighting the tension between creativity and authority in the school setting.

What word started to spread among the fifth graders, causing concern?

• Frindle

• Fiddle

• Ain't

• Friend

Who arranged a meeting with Nick's parents?

• Mr. Allen

• Nick

• Mrs. Granger

• Mrs. Chatham

What was the main topic of discussion in the meeting with Nick's parents?

• Nick's grades

• School rules

• The use of 'frindle'

• Nick's behavior

How did Nick's mother react to the situation?

• She was indifferent

• She was confused

• She was supportive of Nick

• She was angry

What did Nick's father and Mrs. Chatham discuss?

• Nick's grades

• The importance of standards

• School funding

• Nick's future

What did Nick use to defend his use of 'frindle'?

• A letter from the principal

• A dictionary

• A note from his parents

• A school rulebook

What was the outcome of the meeting with Nick's parents?

• Nick was punished

• The parents agreed to see what happens

• The word 'frindle' was banned

• Nick was expelled

Who is Judy Morgan?

• A student

• A parent

• A teacher

• A reporter

Why did Judy Morgan visit the school?

• To attend a meeting

• To meet Mrs. Granger

• To investigate the 'frindle' story

• To enroll her child

What was Mrs. Granger's opinion on the use of 'frindle'?

• She supported it

• She encouraged it

• She thought it was a waste of time

• She was indifferent