WorksheetsNew Kid 1
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In New Kid, what is the conflict that Jordan describes?
He is much smarter than all of his classmates and he finds this annoying
His new friends aren’t friends with each other
He does not get his way when he plays with his classmates
He has a high opinion of himself that his classmates don’t agree with.
In New Kid, Jordan’s conversation with his grandmother makes him feel comfortable with his friends at his new school by…
Making him more sympathetic to his friends
Inspiring him to find out more about his friends’ interests
Stopping him from worrying about whether he and his friends are different
Helping him to see how to introduce his grandfather and parents to his friends
The author of New Kid reveals which city the story takes place in by including…
A caption saying exactly where they live
Recognizable landmarks in the drawings
A note establishing the setting at the bottom of a frame
Dialogue in which a character mentions city features
Which statement describes a theme of New Kid?
It is difficult to overcome fear.
You can learn a lot from games
Competition is good for friendship
Making friends is an important part of growing up.
What is the challenge that both Jordan and Grandpa are dealing with?
Using new technology
Fitting into a new place
Maintaining old friendships
Living up to Chuck’s expectations
How does Jordan resolve the main conflict by the end of the story?
He has dinner with Grandpa at a restaurant
He decides to go to an art school in ninth grade
He follows Gran’pa’s advice about making choices
He uses his art skills to draw a solution to his trouble.
Which of the following proves that the author will follow his grandfather's advice?
I played soccer. It was okay. Even scored a goal. But it was freezing!”
“No, it’s usually just me and Liam, or me and Drew.”
But luckily, the High School of Art, Music, and Mime doesn’t start till ninth grade.”
“So I decided to see if General Tso’s Chicken could get along with Pepper Steak."
A New Kid, is an example of…
a biography
a graphic novel
vocabulary
folktale
Who is the author of New Kid?
Jerry Craft
Jim Craft
John Wayne
Billy the Kid
Jordan Banks has a talent for...
singing country songs
writing poetry
drawing cartoons about everyday life
playing football
In this story Jordan experiences…
discrimination
illness
sports injury
disease
Why hadn’t Grandpa been answering his phone?
He couldn’t hear it.
He lost it.
The company shut it off because he didn’t pay his bill
He couldn’t figure out how to answer it.
In "The First Day of School" which detail from paragraph 1-2 shows that John was reluctant (sad) for summer to end?
"John Hawkins jabbed the bubble closest to him with his spoon..."
"Thirteen bubbles floated in the milk."
"She glanced meaningfully at the clock on the varnished cupboard."
John isn't even a character in the story.
In "The First Day of School", the main way that readers learn that today is different than other days is through what method?
John's actions
Audrey's dress
dialogue between John and Audrey
dialogue between John and his mother
How does the flashback about John breaking Audrey's buggy impact the story?
John feels bad for breaking Audrey's toy
It tells how Audrey feels about John
It reflects on John's fears of what is to come
It explains why John disagrees with his mother
Which conflict is at the center of "The First Day of School"?
John vs. nature
John vs. Audrey
John vs. his fears
John vs. his mother
wail
v: cry, screech, howl, lament
Based on the synonyms, what does the use of the word "wail" suggest about John's feelings about the horns he hears? (look in paragraph 13 of “The First Day of School”)
John is excited to hear the horns
John is scared of the horns
John starts crying because of the horns
John is indifferent about the horns
He is a talented artist who draws cartoons about daily life, and he wants to go to art school.
Which phrase correctly punctuates the above sentence?
correct as is
"He is a talented artist who draws cartoons about his daily life and he wants to go to art school."
"He is a talented artist, who draws cartoons, about daily life and he wants to go to art school."
"He, is talented artist, who draws cartoons about daily life, and he wants to go to art school."
In "New Kid", what is the conflict that Jordan describes?
His new friends aren’t friends with each other.
His interests are different from those of his classmates.
He does not get his way when he plays with his classmates.
He has a high opinion of himself that his classmates don’t agree with.
Which is the best reason as to why Jordan would show Gran'pa his sketchbook?
Gran'pa isn't interested in Jordan's hobbies
Jordan and Gran'pa are close
The story is set in the past
Jordan didn't show Gran'pa - Gran'pa stole it
What is one theme present in, both, "New Kid" and "The First Day of School"?
A student attends a brand new school
The struggle of what to order at a restaurant for dinner
A young person faces discrimination due to race
Food is central to culture
"New Kid" is set in present day, what period of time is "The First Day of School" set in?
It is also set in present day
It is set in the 1950's - integrating schools
It is set in the 3000's
It is set in 2024 with a flashback to the 1950's in the middle
When a character struggles with an OUTSIDE force, it is what type of conflict?
external
internal
When a character struggles with an INSIDE force, it is what type of conflict?
internal
external
Theme is a message that you learn about life within a story.
true
false
Setting is the place and time period of a story.
true
false
Collin was asked to leave the school because....
took an expensive trip
failed two classes
got into a fight in lacrosse
Posted something inappropriate on social media.
In New Kid, what is the conflict that Jordan describes?
He is much smarter than all of his classmates and he finds this annoying
His new friends aren’t friends with each other
He does not get his way when he plays with his classmates
He has a high opinion of himself that his classmates don’t agree with.
What is the challenge that both Jordan and Grandpa are dealing with?
Using new technology
Fitting into a new place
Maintaining old friendships
Living up to Chuck’s expectations
Which of the following proves that the author will follow his grandfather's advice?
I played soccer. It was okay. Even scored a goal. But it was freezing!”
“No, it’s usually just me and Liam, or me and Drew.”
But luckily, the High School of Art, Music, and Mime doesn’t start till ninth grade.”
“So I decided to see if General Tso’s Chicken could get along with Pepper Steak."
Jordan Banks has a talent for...
singing country songs
writing poetry
drawing cartoons about everyday life
playing football
What is Grandpa trying to tell Jordan when he talks about General Tso’s chicken
and pepper steak?
General Tso's chicken is better than pepper steak
Drew is cooler than Liam.
Liam should only eat General Tso's chicken
Hanging out with Liam and Drew at the same time is okay and can be fun.
What's the name of the main character?
Jordan
Gordan
Jerome
Jeremy
True or False: The main character wants to go to art school.
True
False
The girl with the puppet is named...
Alexis
Alexandra
Alexa
Allison
What does Ms. Rawle call Drew?
Devin
Darius
Dean
Deandre
Who ended up being Drew's secret santa?
Ashley
Ruby Wu
Andy
Jordan
How does Drew feel about Ms. Rawle? Why?
He doesn't like her because she is always calling him by the wrong name.
He doesn't like her because she gave him an F in her class.
He likes her because she makes him feel welcome at school.
He likes her because she brings cookies to the class.
What is Liam concerned about when he invites Jordan over?
He is concerned that Jordan will judge him because of his huge house.
He is concerned about his sister having a crush on Jordan.
He is concerned that Jordan won't like his mom's cooking.
He is concerned that Jordan doesn't like video games.
What holiday did Jordan's family celebrate after Christmas?
Kwanzaa
Hanukkah
Thanksgiving
They didn't celebrate anything else after Christmas.
What is the name of Alex's hand puppet?
Oscar
Jordan
Liam
Alexa
Why does Alex wear a hand puppet all the time?
To cover up scars that she got from a burn
Because she is an introvert
She likes hand puppets.
Her mom makes her wear it so that she can make friends easier.
Why does Jordan say he needs to be a Chamaeleon when riding the bus ?
there are a lot of bugs on the bus
he has to change the way he looks to fit in
What worries Jordan’s dad about his new school? (Chapter 1)
Lack of diversity
Too many students
Who scored the only goal of the soccer season?
Drew
Jordan
Liam
True of False: Maury broke Liam's grandmother's lamp.
True
False
What nick name is Maury given
Oreo man
Maury-o
Cookies and cream
Pizza face
What is chapter 3 titled in The New Kid?
(a)
What did Drew call Jordan that made Ms. Rawle mad at him?
Flying princess unicorn cold man
Dog man
Dawg
Puppy
Who ended up being Drew's secret santa?
Ashley
Ruby Wu
Andy
Jordan
How long has Mr. Garner been teaching at RAD?
1 year
3 years
10 years
12 years
14 years
On a scale from 1 to 5 how would you rate The New Kid?
1
2
3
4
5
What does Andy call Ruby Wu?
Ruby Doobie Wu
Gummy bear
All mighty, all powerful, Ruby Wu
Rudy Duby Wu
What is Jordans favorite class in RAD?
Math
"Lunch"
Writing
Bio
What does Jordan call the Freshman in his "Dude pyramid"?
Who could Jordan have REALLY done without in lunch?
Ramon
Andy
Collin
Alex
What did Jordan get for his first day of secret santa?
Brownies
Broken Candy canes
Baskett ball shaped cookies
A chocolate santa
What did Jordan get Ashely for the last day of secret santa?
Pumpkin pie
Sweet potato fries
Potato cake
Sweet potato pie
What is your favorite B.O.B book out of these options?
The New Kid
Heartwood Hotel
Ben Frank
Saving Winslow
Fry Bread, or Royal Rabbits
Who is the new kid
Drew
Jordan
Andy
Liam
What is Jordan most interested in?
basketball
soccer
drawing
reading
Why did Jordan want to go to art school?
He likes to cut and glue and he is good at it
He likes to draw and he is good at it
he likes to paint and he is good at it
What worries Jordan's dad about his new school?
Lack of diversity-
Too many students
Terrible lunches
What are two things Jordan should do when shaking hands?
Smile and wink
Loose grip and look down
Firm grip while making eye contact
Who is coming to pick up Jordan his first day of school?
The principal
No one, he rides the bus
Mr. Landers- the guide
Why does Mr. Landers asks Liam to stay in the car and lock the door when they arrive at Jordan’s house.
He is afraid Liam will run away
He does not think this is a safe neighborhood.
Mr. Landers always locks his car.
Liam seemed super excited to see Jordan when he got in their car.
True
False
Why did Jordan hide from his friends when he got into Mr. Lander's car?
He was afraid they would want to talk and make him late.
He was embarrassed to be seen with Mr. Landers and Liam
What is the name of Jordan's new school?
River Oaks Day Academy
Northwoods Middle School
Riverdale Academy Day School
What is the main character's name?
Jackson
Jordan
Jaden
Johnson
What are Jordan's parents names?
Ellice and Chuck
Beyonce and Jay Z
Mickey and Minnie
Spongebob and Patrick
What worries Jordan's dad about his new school?
Lack of diversity-
Too many students
Terrible lunches
What is the name of Jordan's school?
School
Washington Heights
Perry MS
Riverdale Academy Day School
Match the students to their names:
Liam
Andy
Drew
Maury
What nick name is Maury given
Oreo man
Maury-o
Cookies and cream
Pizza face
Jordan (a) to (b)
Where does Jordan and his friends sit at lunch?
By the garbage
In the library
In the classroom
Outside
Match the following
Diversity
Diversidad
Guide
guía
Metaphor
metáfora
Handshake
apretón de manos
Nerve-Wracking
desesperante
Match the following
Loser
perdedor
Seating Arrangement
disposición de los asientos
Windy
ventoso
Gigantic
Gigantesco
Drop Someone off
llevar a alguien
Explain in your own words what do you understand about the story "New Kid" so far. You can write in English and Spanish. / Explica con tus propias palabras qué has entendido hasta ahora de la historia "Chico nuevo". Puedes escribir en inglés y en español.
On a scale from 1 to 5 how would you rate The New Kid? / En una escala del 1 al 5, ¿cómo calificaría a The New Kid?
1- bad
5 - best
1
2
3
4
5
What is the challenge that both Jordan and Gran’pa are dealing with?
using new technology
fitting in to a new place
maintaining old friendships
living up to Chuck's expectations
This question has two parts. First answer Part A, then Part B.
Part A How does Jordan resolve the main conflict by the end of the story?
He has dinner with Gran’pa at a restaurant.
He decides to go to an art school in ninth grade.
He follows Gran’pa’s advice about making choices.
He uses his art skills to draw a solution to his trouble.
Part B Select the excerpt that best supports the correct resolution in Part A.
"I played soccer. It was okay. Even scored a goal. But it was freezing!"
"No, it’s usually just me and Liam, or me and Drew."
"But luckily, the High School of Art, Music, and Mime doesn’t start till ninth grade."
"So I decided to see if General Tso’s Chicken could get along with Pepper Steak."
Read the sentence.
As Jordan thought about his grandfather’s words, he came to see them as a metaphor meant to help him adjust.
Which phrase correctly punctuates the underlined section of the sentence?
about his grandfather’s words he came to see them, as a metaphor meant to help
him adjust
about his grandfather’s words, he came to see, them as a metaphor meant to help
him adjust
about his grandfather’s words he came to see, them as a metaphor meant to help
him adjust
correct as is
In New Kid, what is the conflict that Jordan describes?
His new friends aren’t friends with each other.
His interests are different from those of his classmates.
He does not get his way when he plays with his classmates.
He has a high opinion of himself that his classmates don’t agree with.
In New Kid, Jordan’s conversation with his grandfather makes him feel more comfortable with his friends at his new school by —
making him more sympathetic to his friends
inspiring him to find out more about his friends’ interests
stopping him from worrying about whether he and his friends are different
helping him to see how to introduce his grandfather and parents to his friends
The author of New Kid reveals which city the story takes place in by including —
a caption saying exactly where they live
recognizable landmarks in the drawings
a note establishing the setting at the bottom of a frame
dialogue in which a character mentions city features
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A Which statement describes a theme of New Kid?
It is difficult to overcome fear.
You can learn a lot from games.
Competition is good for friendship.
Making friends is an important part of growing up.
Part B Which two quotes from New Kid best support the answer to Part A?
He’s black, but it took us a while to connect. (panel 23)
You don’t always have to choose, kiddo. (panel 30)
So I decided to see if General Tso’s chicken could get along with pepper steak. (panel 34)
Jordan, grab the gold. (panel 36)
Guys, I gotta go. (panel 40)
What is the Words of the Wiser signpost?
A character suddenly realizes something
A character has a memory that interrupts the story
A character receives advice from an older, wiser character
A character does something unexpected
How did Jordan get to school in Chapter 4 ?
Mr. Landers
He dad drove him
The bus
Why does Jordan say he needs to be a Chamaeleon when riding the bus ?
there are a lot of bugs on the bus
he has to change the way he looks to fit in
Name 2 ways Jordan tries to fit in on the bus. What does he wear or take off during certain parts of town ?
When approaching his school on the bus, he
tries to look tough and wears his hood and sunglasses.
Wears his hood only and draws
Tries not to look cool and says only nerdy things.
Students have to try out for 1 of these 2 things. What must students choose between ( Pick 2)
Sports
After- school Club
High School The Musical
George Washington The Musical
Who is Jordan's Favorite Teacher so far.
Mr. Roche
Mr. Garner
Mrs. Smith
Jordan and Maury have a lot in common.
true
false
How is Maury different from Jordan ?
What does Jordan decide to try out for ?
George Washington the Musical
Football
Soccer
Baseball
Was this quiz easy, just right, too hard ?
easy
just right
hard
While driving to RAD with Mr. Lander's and Liam, he said the kids all looked like :
Happy and Alert
Zombies
Robots
What does RAD stand for?
River Allan Academy
Riverdale Academy Day School
Riverrun Academy Dale School
RAD
Jordan seems impressed by his new school?
True
False
How did Jordan feel about speaking to the other new kid, Drew?
confident
excited
nervous
What event takes place that makes Jordan smile and think “Hallelujah”?
He got checked out
He met another African American student named Maury
He saw a pretty girl
What name does Deandre and his sidekicks, Winston and Eric call Maury
Maury-o
Goofy
Dude
What does Deandre and his sidekicks, Winston and Eric call Jordan
Jordy
Gordon
Jorgy- Porgy
Why did Liam think Jordan with like Mr. Garner his math teacher?
he likes art too
he is also African American
He gives everyone an A
Why do people think Alexandra is weird?
She doesn't speak English.
She only eats yellow foods.
She wears a puppet on her hand & will make it talk to people.
True or False: Jordan describes his first day as feeling "lost and alone".
True
False
