Thailand
What is the Capital City of Thailand?
Bangkok
Who is the main character of the story?
Weir Do
Why does Weir get annoyed with his sister in this chapter?
She copies everything he says
What is the national sport of Thailand?
Muay Thai
What are some things Weir says make him different from other kids?
His unusual name, his strange habits, and his funny, unusual family.
What embarrassing thing does Weir's dad do?
His Farter farts alot
True or False:
Its legal to sit at the movies before it starts and to bow while the Kings anthem plays.
FALSE
Its illegal to sit at the starts of the movies. All people must stand
What clues does the author give about Weir's personality?
Weir is funny, positive, honest, and able to laugh at himself.
What kind of animals does Weir enjoy drawing?
He likes drawing mixed-up animals that combine parts of different animals.
How you say hello in Thailand depends on gender. To greet a girl you say Sawadee-Ka. How do you say hello to a boy?
Sawadee-Kap
Who is the author of Weirdo?
Anh Do
How do you think Weir feels when his sister copies everything he does?
He feels frustrated, annoyed, and sometimes embarrassed.
How many people make a living from growing rice in Thailand?
16 million people
Describe the first impression Weir tries to make at school and what unexpected obstacle disrupts his plan.
Weir wants to start school by blending in and making a good impression, hoping to avoid drawing attention to himself. However, his unusual name (“Weir Do”) gets announced aloud by the teacher, causing the other students to laugh. This unexpected attention disrupts his plan for a quiet start and makes him feel embarrassed and singled out from the very beginning.
What does Weir’s drawing of a “fish-dog-bird” reveal about his imagination and willingness to embrace being weird, and how do his classmates respond to it?
Weir’s drawing of a “fish-dog-bird” shows he has a wild imagination and isn’t afraid to create something unusual. His classmates are initially surprised but then become interested and amused, helping Weir feel more accepted for his creativity.