Student Reactions and Consequences

In Chapter 8 of Andrew Clement's story, Nick and his friends orchestrate a prank during the class picture by using the word 'friendo' instead of 'cheese'. This leads to a conflict with Mrs. Granger, who disapproves of the new word and imposes punishments. Despite her efforts, the word gains popularity among students, causing a stir in the school. Nick meets with Mrs. Granger to discuss the situation, and the school's administration becomes involved as the word's usage spreads.

What is the title of Chapter 8?

• The New Word

• The Great Prank

• Mightier than the Sword

• Nick's Plan

What did Nick and his friends plan to do during the class picture?

• Hold up a sign

• Wear funny hats

• Say 'cheese' loudly

• Say 'friendo' instead of 'cheese'

How did the photographer react to the prank?

• He called the principal

• He took another picture

• He was out of film

• He laughed

What was Mrs. Granger's reaction to the use of 'friendo'?

• She was amused

• She ignored it

• She was furious

• She encouraged it

What punishment did Mrs. Granger announce for using 'friendo'?

• Detention for a week

• Writing a sentence 100 times

• Cleaning the classroom

• Extra homework

How did the students view staying after school with Mrs. Granger?

• As a punishment

• As a badge of honor

• As a waste of time

• As boring

What did Nick compare his meeting with Mrs. Granger to?

• A parent-teacher meeting

• A school assembly

• A war conference

• A friendly chat

What did Mrs. Granger give Nick during their meeting?

• A detention slip

• A book

• A letter

• A new pen

What was the students' plan to challenge Mrs. Granger's rule?

• Write a letter to the principal

• Organize a protest

• Ask to borrow a 'friendo'

• Stop using 'friendo'

How did the school administration respond to the situation?

• They supported Mrs. Granger

• They suspended Nick

• They ignored it

• They got involved