CHARACTERS
MAJOR EVENTS
CONFLICTS
SETTING
POTPOURRI
100
What is the first & last name of the Track Coach?
Earl Jaimeson
100
What was the first major event in the novel involving Miss Narwin that did not have anything to do with Philip?
Miss Narwin is denied a grant
100
Both Miss Narwin and Philip experience various conflicts in this novel - which ILA style of conflict do they both deal with that only involved themselves and no one else?
Internal Conflict = Man vs. Himself
100
What is the name of Philip's High School?
Harrison High School
100
Fill in the next 5 words from the Star-Spangled Banner, "And the rockets' red glare...
The bombs bursting in air..."
200
Name both of Philip's Homeroom teachers.
Miss Narwin Mr. Lunser
200
How was Philip's situation decided for him at the end of the novel?
He was forced to enroll and attend Washington Academy
200
Who does Miss Narwin vent her feelings to in writing?
Her sister, Anita Wigham
200
Name the state the novel takes place in.
New Hampshire
200
What is Avi's last name?
Wortis
300
What is the name of the girl that Philip has a crush on? Which Homeroom is she in?
Allison Dorsett Miss Narwin's Homeroom
300
What did Principal Doane do to assist Miss Narwin in an attempt to relieve some of the stress and unwanted attention she was getting as a result of Philip's situation? (Bonus 50 points) - What did Miss Narwin think Principal Doane really want her to do?
She was encouraged to take the rest of the term/semester off and get away from the stress/unpleasant situation. (Bonus 50 Points) - Miss Narwin really believed that Principal Doane was attempting to get her to quit/resign.
300
Name 3 conflicts that Philip becomes involved in:
Not being able to run Track because of his low grades Failing English Trying to raise his grades Getting suspended from school
300
What is the name of the school that Philip is forced to attend/transfer to.
Washington Academy
300
What is Harrison High School's motto?
"Where children are educated, not just taught."
400
Which school subject did the educator that won the grant teach?
Music
400
How did this "Patriotism" issue begin?
Miss Narwin & Philip's mutual dislike of each other led to the "Patriotism" situation becoming an issue. Philip was humming, Narwin told him to stop, Philip refuses and gets kicked out of Homeroom...
400
Why does Philip want to get out of Miss Narwin's English class?
He claims she hates him He wants to do better in English class with a different teacher
400
Which state does Miss Narwin's sister live in?
Florida
400
Name 2 newspapers that interview Dr. Doane:
The Manchester Record The Saint Louis Post-Dispatch
500
Name 3 specific types of news sources that responded to Philip's ongoing situation at Harrison High School.
Newspaper Radio National Presswire
500
In which month does Philip's article get published?
April
500
What do the conflicts in the novel tell you about Philip? (List 3 Adjectives)
Athletic Stubborn Ignorant
500
Name the location where Philip surprisingly rejects Allison.
The school bus
500
Describe the novel's conclusion using 5 bullet-points:
(We'll review each for accuracy & completeness)
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