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 has a better sense of humor than he realized.
(b) Mrs. Granger is enjoying the battle against Nick.
(c) Mrs. Granger is sad that Nick does not respect her.
(d) Mrs. Granger is willing to do anything to defeat Nick.

2. Why does Mrs. Granger not give Nick the letter that she has written to him?
(a) She does not want him to read it until after everything is over.
(b) She says that she will only send it if he keeps using the word "frindle."
(c) She says that she is not yet sure she wants to give it to him.
(d) She wants to read it out loud to him.

3. Why does the author have many different characters repeat the sentence, "What is the meaning of this?" (68-69)?
(a) To show that characters are not really paying attention.
(b) To be funny.
(c) To make sure the reader knows how serious the problem is.
(d) To show the reader what is important.

4. What is the first important thing that happens when Nick and Janet are walking home together after school?
(a) Janet tells Nick that he should stop wasting their time in class.
(b) Janet finds a pen.
(c) Nick realizes that he has the power to name things.
(d) Nick remembers making up a word when he was two years old.

5. Who tells the reporter "Mrs. Granger has kept Nick after school so much that everyone thinks she wants to adopt him" (63)?
(a) Pete.
(b) John.
(c) Janet.
(d) Nick.