Jordan
What kind of school does Jordan want to go to?
an art school
What is Liam doing when Jordan first gets into the car?
Liam is sleeping
When it comes to school expenses, such as going on trips, what does Ms. Rawle always mention in class?
Financial aid
Even though Drew's gifts from his Secret Santa were seen as racists, _________.
They were actually thoughtful because the Secret Santa paid attention to his interests.
On the bus ride to school, Jordan has to be a chameleon and change how he looks and acts in different neighborhoods. Why does he need to do this?
Different neighborhoods might negatively stereotype Jordan because he is a person of color.
How does Jordan bring Drew and Liam together?
They play Xbox together.
True or False: Jordan's dad wants him to go to Riverdale Academy Day School.
False
Since Ms. Rawle calls Drew "Deandre" on multiple occasions, ____________.
She thinks he's "aggressive" / She negatively stereotypes him because he is Black.
Why does Drew and Jordan hate hearing about vacations?
Their family can't afford to go on expensive vacations.
At the book fair, all the African-American books are about ____.
hopelessness and grit / overcoming hardship / living a tough life
What does Jordan's neighborhood friends call him after he becomes the new kid?
Private School
Who are Andy's friends at RAD?
Only Colin
Why does Ms. Rawle blame Drew for Andy's fall in the cafeteria?
She thinks he's aggressive / a bad kid
Why does Jordan want to be more like Batman?
He wants to stand up for the little guys / be fearless / be rich / in control of everything
What does Jordan's grandpa's metaphor about Chinese food mean?
The metaphor shows the beauty of bringing friend groups together.
Why does Jordan tell Ashley about Alexandra's scar?
So that students can better understand her and be nice to her
Which character does NOT experience some form of racism or stereotyping?
Andy
When Jordan's dad sees Liam's house, he feels ______.
Like a loser / unaccomplished / unsuccessful
Why does Ms. Rawle not answer Jordan's question on page 221?
She knows her answer would be no / she is upset that Jordan might be right about her and RAD
What does Jordan's parents do to make sure his Black "soul" returns?
They celebrate Kwanzaa and do things to honor their culture and heritage.
How has Jordan changed at the end of the school year?
Since Alexandra shows Jordan her scar under her sock puppet, ___________.
Which teachers stand up for Drew against Ms. Rawle?
Mr. Roche and Mr. Garner
Why was Drew so upset with Andy in the cafeteria?
Identify a theme in New Kid and give an example.
Racial Prejudice - Jordan, Drew, Maury, etc. experiences in school
Friendship - Finding friendship through similarities, such as sharing interests (Liam) or sharing experiences (Drew).