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1. When did Nick get the letter from Mrs. Granger?

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Nick received the letter from Mrs. Granger when "frindle" became a real word and was included in the dictionary. This suggests that Mrs. Granger sent the letter to Nick to acknowledge the success and impact of his creation, "frindle." The other options mentioned in the question (graduating from high school, last day of school, appearing on CBS news) are not directly related to the letter from Mrs. Granger.

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2. When Nick FIRST made up the word "frindle", he was trying to:

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Nick's intention in making up the word "frindle" was to disrupt Mrs. Granger's class. This can be inferred from the word "disrupt" in the answer option. Nick wanted to challenge the authority of Mrs. Granger and show that he had the power to create a new word that could cause chaos in her classroom. His motivation was not to prove his intelligence, challenge Mrs. Granger's knowledge of words, or impress his parents.

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3. How long did the word war between Nick and Mrs. Granger last?

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The word war between Nick and Mrs. Granger lasted for 10 years.

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4. What is a frindle?

Explanation

A frindle is a term used to refer to a pen. This term was popularized by the children's book "Frindle" written by Andrew Clements. In the book, a young boy named Nick Allen decides to create a new word for pen and calls it "frindle". This word spreads throughout the school and eventually becomes widely used. Therefore, a frindle is commonly understood to mean a pen.

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5. How did Mrs. Granger try to stop kids from using the word "frindle"?

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Mrs. Granger tried to stop the kids from using the word "frindle" by keeping them after school and making them write sentences. This punishment was likely intended to discourage the use of the word and enforce discipline. By assigning this task, Mrs. Granger aimed to make the students understand the consequences of their actions and deter them from using the word in the future.

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6. How did Bud Lawrence help Nick to become rich?

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Bud Lawrence helped Nick become rich by selling frindle products and putting a portion of the profits into an account for Nick. This means that Bud not only assisted in the creation and sale of frindle products, but also ensured that Nick received a financial benefit from their success. By investing in the sales of frindle products, Bud played a significant role in Nick's journey towards wealth.

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7. Nick was a student who would best fit into which category?

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The correct answer is "A student who liked to think of a problem and solve it." This answer is supported by the statement that Nick was a student. It implies that Nick had an interest in problem-solving, which suggests that he enjoyed thinking about problems and finding solutions.

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8. Mrs. Granger sent Nick a package with 3 items.  What item was in it?

Explanation

Mrs. Granger sent Nick a package with a dictionary that contained the word "frindle". This suggests that Mrs. Granger wanted to communicate something specific to Nick regarding the word "frindle". It could be that she wanted to encourage Nick's interest in language and words, or she may have wanted to share a special memory or inside joke related to the word. The dictionary could also serve as a reminder of the impact Nick had on Mrs. Granger's life and their shared experiences.

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9. Nick's word "frindle" grew in popularity.  Which on did NOT happen?

Explanation

The correct answer is "It was placed on the spelling test every week." This means that the word "frindle" did not become a regular part of the spelling tests. The other options suggest that the word gained popularity through media coverage in the local paper and on TV, as well as being widely printed on pens around the world.

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10. Who is the reporter who came to write a story about frindles for The Westfield Gazette?

Explanation

Judy Morgan is the reporter who came to write a story about frindles for The Westfield Gazette.

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11. What is a frindle?

Explanation

A frindle is a term used to refer to a pen. This term was popularized by the book "Frindle" by Andrew Clements, where a young boy named Nick Allen decides to call a pen a frindle to challenge his strict teacher. The word frindle then spreads and becomes a popular term used by many people to refer to a pen. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is "A pen."

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12. What edition of the Webster's College Dictionary was Nick's word added to?

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Nick's word was added to the 8th edition of the Webster's College Dictionary.

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13. How many minutes were left in the period after Nick's oral report on the dictionary?

Explanation

After Nick's oral report on the dictionary, the question asks how many minutes were left in the period. Since the answer provided is 8 minutes, it implies that Nick's oral report did not take up the entire period. Therefore, there were still 8 minutes remaining in the period after Nick's report.

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14. Why did Mrs. Granger ask Nick to sign the back of an envelope?

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Mrs. Granger asked Nick to sign the back of an envelope to later prove that she had never changed the letter. By having Nick sign the envelope, Mrs. Granger could show that the original letter was intact and not altered in any way. This would provide evidence of her honesty and integrity, supporting her claim that she had not changed the content of the letter.

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15. How did Nick often get his class out of having homework?

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Nick often got his class out of having homework by asking distracting questions right before the bell rang. This strategy would divert the teacher's attention and prevent them from assigning any homework. By using this tactic, Nick was able to successfully avoid doing homework on multiple occasions.

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16. Who bought the trademark to the word frindle in order to make and sell frindle merchandise?

Explanation

Bud Lawrence is the person who bought the trademark to the word "frindle" in order to make and sell frindle merchandise.

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17. How did Mrs. Granger try to stop kids from using the word "frindle"?

Explanation

Mrs. Granger tried to stop kids from using the word "frindle" by keeping them after school and making them write sentences. This action suggests that she wanted to discourage the use of the word by giving the students a consequence for using it. By making them write sentences, she likely hoped to reinforce the idea that using made-up words like "frindle" was not acceptable and that they should stick to using proper vocabulary.

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18. How did Nick often get his class out of having homework?

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Nick often got his class out of having homework by asking distracting questions right before the bell rang. This strategy would divert the teacher's attention and prevent them from assigning homework. By creating a last-minute distraction, Nick was able to avoid the task of completing homework assignments.

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19. Mrs. Granger sent Nick a package with 3 items.  What item was in it?

Explanation

Mrs. Granger sent Nick a package with a dictionary that contained the word "frindle" in it. This suggests that Mrs. Granger wanted to share something related to the word "frindle" with Nick. It could be a book recommendation or a message about the word. The dictionary is a significant item as it shows Mrs. Granger's interest in words and her desire to communicate with Nick through this particular word.

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20. Where did Nick first ask for a frindle?

Explanation

Nick first asked for a frindle at The Penny Pantry.

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21. How did Bud Lawrence help Nick to become rich?

Explanation

Bud Lawrence helped Nick become rich by selling frindle products and putting part of the profits into an account for Nick. This means that Bud not only assisted in the selling process but also ensured that Nick benefited financially from the sales by saving a portion of the profits for him.

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22. Who is Nick's fifth grad Language Arts teacher?

Explanation

Nick's fifth-grade Language Arts teacher is Mrs. Granger.

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23. Nick's word "frindle" grew in popularity.  Which on did NOT happen?

Explanation

The word "frindle" grew in popularity, but it was not placed on the spelling test every week. This means that while the word gained recognition and attention, it was not officially included in the regular spelling tests.

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24. How much money did Nick get after the first two weeks of frindle merchandise sales?

Explanation

Nick received $2,250 after the first two weeks of frindle merchandise sales. This amount is the total sum of money he earned during that period.

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25. Who is the principal at Nick's elementary school?

Explanation

Mrs. Chatham is the principal at Nick's elementary school. This information is stated directly in the given answer.

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26. Nick was a student who would best fit into which category?

Explanation

The given correct answer suggests that Nick is a student who enjoys thinking about problems and finding solutions. This implies that he is intellectually curious, proactive, and motivated to overcome challenges. It indicates that Nick is likely to be a critical thinker and problem solver, which are valuable skills in academic and professional settings.

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27. How many minutes were left in the period after Nick's oral report on the dictionary?

Explanation

After Nick's oral report on the dictionary, there were 8 minutes left in the period.

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28. Who is the reporter who came to write a story about frindles for The Westfield Gazette?

Explanation

Judy Morgan is the reporter who came to write a story about frindles for The Westfield Gazette.

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29. How long did the word war between Nick and Mrs. Granger last?

Explanation

The word war between Nick and Mrs. Granger lasted for 10 years. This suggests that there was a prolonged conflict or disagreement between the two individuals, which lasted for a significant amount of time. The duration of 10 years implies that the conflict was not easily resolved and may have had a significant impact on their relationship or interactions.

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30. Why did Mrs. Granger ask Nick to sign the back of an envelope?

Explanation

Mrs. Granger asked Nick to sign the back of an envelope to later prove that she had never changed the letter. By having Nick sign the envelope, Mrs. Granger ensured that there was evidence of the original letter and its content. This would serve as proof that she had not altered or modified the letter in any way, should any dispute or questioning arise in the future.

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31. Who is Nick's fifth grad Language Arts teacher?

Explanation

Nick's fifth-grade Language Arts teacher is Mrs. Granger.

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32. Who is the principal at Nick's elementary school?

Explanation

Mrs. Chatham is the principal at Nick's elementary school. This can be inferred from the information given in the question, which states that Mrs. Chatham is the principal. Therefore, Mrs. Chatham is the correct answer to the question.

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33. Who bought the trademark to the word frindle in order to make and sell frindle merchandise?

Explanation

Bud Lawrence is the person who bought the trademark to the word "frindle" in order to make and sell frindle merchandise.

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34. When did Nick get the letter from Mrs. Granger?

Explanation

Nick received the letter from Mrs. Granger when "frindle" became a real word and was in the dictionary. This suggests that the letter was related to the success and recognition of the word "frindle" that Nick had created. It implies that Mrs. Granger acknowledged Nick's accomplishment and sent him the letter as a congratulatory or appreciative gesture.

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35. What edition of the Webster's College Dictionary was Nick's word added to?

Explanation

Nick's word was added to the 8th edition of the Webster's College Dictionary.

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36. When Nick FIRST made up the word "frindle", he was trying to:

Explanation

Nick's intention in making up the word "frindle" was to disrupt Mrs. Granger's class. This can be inferred from the word "disrupt" in the answer option. The story suggests that Nick's main goal was to challenge the authority of Mrs. Granger and create a distraction in the classroom by introducing a new word. He wanted to see how far he could push the boundaries and shake up the traditional learning environment.

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37. Where did Nick first ask for a frindle?

Explanation

Nick first asked for a frindle at The Penny Pantry.

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38. How much money did Nick get after the first two weeks of frindle merchandise sales?

Explanation

Nick received $2,250 after the first two weeks of frindle merchandise sales. This amount represents the total money he earned during that period.

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39. What were the items in the package addressed to Nick from Mrs. Granger?

Explanation

The items in the package addressed to Nick from Mrs. Granger were a fat white envelope, a brand-new 8th edition Webster's College Dictionary, and a short, handwritten note taped to the cover of the dictionary.

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40. What were the items in the package addressed to Nick from Mrs. Granger?

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The items in the package addressed to Nick from Mrs. Granger were a fat white envelope, a brand-new 8th edition Webster's College Dictionary, and a short, handwritten note taped to the cover of the dictionary.

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When did Nick get the letter from Mrs. Granger?
When Nick FIRST made up the word "frindle", he was trying to:
How long did the word war between Nick and Mrs. Granger last?
What is a frindle?
How did Mrs. Granger try to stop kids from using the word "frindle"?
How did Bud Lawrence help Nick to become rich?
Nick was a student who would best fit into which category?
Mrs. Granger sent Nick a package with 3 items.  What item was in...
Nick's word "frindle" grew in popularity.  Which on did NOT...
Who is the reporter who came to write a story about frindles for The...
What is a frindle?
What edition of the Webster's College Dictionary was Nick's word added...
How many minutes were left in the period after Nick's oral report on...
Why did Mrs. Granger ask Nick to sign the back of an envelope?
How did Nick often get his class out of having homework?
Who bought the trademark to the word frindle in order to make and sell...
How did Mrs. Granger try to stop kids from using the word "frindle"?
How did Nick often get his class out of having homework?
Mrs. Granger sent Nick a package with 3 items.  What item was in...
Where did Nick first ask for a frindle?
How did Bud Lawrence help Nick to become rich?
Who is Nick's fifth grad Language Arts teacher?
Nick's word "frindle" grew in popularity.  Which on did NOT...
How much money did Nick get after the first two weeks of frindle...
Who is the principal at Nick's elementary school?
Nick was a student who would best fit into which category?
How many minutes were left in the period after Nick's oral report on...
Who is the reporter who came to write a story about frindles for The...
How long did the word war between Nick and Mrs. Granger last?
Why did Mrs. Granger ask Nick to sign the back of an envelope?
Who is Nick's fifth grad Language Arts teacher?
Who is the principal at Nick's elementary school?
Who bought the trademark to the word frindle in order to make and sell...
When did Nick get the letter from Mrs. Granger?
What edition of the Webster's College Dictionary was Nick's word added...
When Nick FIRST made up the word "frindle", he was trying to:
Where did Nick first ask for a frindle?
How much money did Nick get after the first two weeks of frindle...
What were the items in the package addressed to Nick from Mrs....
What were the items in the package addressed to Nick from Mrs....
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