General info
Who is the author of the book?
Spencer Hall
What program is Haley in?
What is the conflict of the book?
Character V Character
Character V Self
What are the themes of Kind of Sort of Fine?
Self-discovery, mental health, friendship, personal growth.
What does dim mean?
(of a light, color, or illuminated object) not shining brightly or clearly.
When was the book published?
June 22, 2021
What class is Lewis in?
TV Production
Why is the conflict of the book character v character?
At first, Hayley and Lewis have very different personalities and goals. Hayley is trying to keep a low profile after her breakdown, while Lewis is eager to make an impact through filmmaking
Why is friendship a theme?
Hailey and Lewis Support Each Other’s Growth, Challenge Each Other in a Healthy Way, and friendship Helps Them Overcome Their Internal Struggles.
What does flask mean?
a container for liquids.
What is the POV of the book and why?
First-person, because the narrator uses pronouns such as "I" and "Me"
Why don´t Hayley and Lewis get along?
At first, Hailey and Lewis don’t get along because they have very different personalities and goals, which lead to clashes when they’re forced to work together in TV Production class.
Why is the Conflict of the book character v self?
The biggest obstacles in the book aren’t external villains or dramatic conflicts with others—they are the characters’ own fears, insecurities, and mental roadblocks.
Why is Self-Discovery a theme?
Self-discovery is a major theme in Kind of Sort of Fine because both Hailey and Lewis start the story feeling lost and unsure of themselves, and by the end, they have a better understanding of who they are and what they want.
What does the word coanchor mean?
One of two or more people who share the primary responsibility of presenting news or other programming on television or radio.
What is the genre of the book and why?
Novel because it is a fictional story with developed characters and themes
Why did Haley have a panic attack?
Because of immense academic and social pressure
What is Lewis´s conflict?
1. Lack of Confidence: Lewis is passionate about filmmaking but doesn’t fully believe in himself, which holds him back from putting his work out there.
Why is mental health a theme?
Hailey and Lewis help each other heal by creating a friendship where they can be open about their struggles. Their story emphasizes that having support and understanding from others can make a huge difference in overcoming mental health challenges.
What is an example of the word mulling being used
EXAMPLES
"It gives my hands something to do while I'm mulling things over."
"the government are mulling over what they should do about the tax cuts"
"Although nothing has been formally announced, Collins is mulling the idea over."
"they are mulling an overseas relocation"
What do Hailey and Lewis do for their TV Production class?
They interview and film students who have unique talents or interests. Their goal is to highlight people who often go unnoticed but have interesting stories to tell. Through these interviews, they learn about their classmates' passions, struggles, and personal journeys.
Why does Hailey have to take TV Production?
After her panic attack, Hailey’s school counselor doesn’t want her to overload herself with stressful academic courses. Instead of allowing her to take another advanced class, the counselor puts her in TV Production, assuming it will be an easy, low-pressure elective.
What is Hailey´s conflict?
Anxiety & Self-Doubt: After her public panic attack, Hayley loses confidence in herself and feels like she no longer fits the image of the “perfect” student.
Why is personal growth a theme?
Both Hailey and Lewis start the story struggling with self-doubt, and by the end, they’ve each grown into more confident, self-assured versions of themselves.
What is an example of the word begrudgingly being used?
EXAMPLES:
1. Begrudgingly, he took a platoon of heavy armor to deal with this threat...... which turned out to be a foul trick.
2. Face begrudgingly accepts his explanation and relations between them are restored.
3. She rebuffs him and begrudgingly hands him her license before receiving her receipt and the ticket, then promptly walks off.