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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: Chapter Ten, ("Freedom of the Press") through Chapter Twelve, ("Airwaves").

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After his meeting with Mrs. Granger in Chapter Eight, "Mightier than the Sword," what does Nick suddenly realize?
(a) Mrs. Granger is willing to do anything to defeat Nick.
(b) Mrs. Granger is sad that Nick does not respect her.
(c) Mrs. Granger has a better sense of humor than he realized.
(d) Mrs. Granger is enjoying the battle against Nick.

2. Why does the newspaper article stir up trouble?
(a) It asks everyone in town to start using the word "frindle."
(b) It contains lies about the school.
(c) It contains lies about Nick.
(d) It is very dramatic.

3. Why does Nick not use the introduction to his dictionary to write his report?
(a) It is above his reading level.
(b) The introduction to his dictionary is missing.
(c) It does not have any useful information.
(d) He does not realize it is there until he has already written his report.

4. On page 67 of Chapter Eleven, "Extra! Extra! Read All About It!" there is a reference to "Mr. Webster." Who is Mr. Webster?
(a) The school board principal.
(b) The newspaper reporter's boss.
(c) The author of a famous dictionary.
(d) Another person who was famous for making up words.

5. When Mrs. Granger asks Nick to stay after school, how does he feel?
(a) Scared.
(b) Regretful.
(c) Excited.
(d) Angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Four, "Word Detective," what are the neighborhood kids doing while Nick does homework?

2. What is the name of the dictionary writer that Nick tells the class about?

3. How does Mrs. Granger respond to the students using the word so much after picture day?

4. How does Nick feel after the newspaper article is published?

5. What does Mrs. Allen tell Mrs. Chatham when Mrs. Chatham finishes explaining the problem at school?

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