Characterization & Inference
What is one word that best describes Addie Carle?
Outspoken or principled
What causes Joe’s locker to become a symbol of conflict?
A slur is written on it, showing bullying and discrimination
What is one major theme in The Misfits?
Multiple options
What’s the mood when Bobby describes being called names?
Sad or heavy
What does Bobby mean when he says names are like “a backpack full of rocks”?
The names weigh him down emotionally
What can we infer about Skeezie based on how he acts in front of others, especially those who judge him?
He hides his hurt with humor, he doesn't let others see he is upset
What conflict does Bobby struggle with most internally?
His self-image due to being called names and his weight
What is the main idea behind Addie’s speech about the Pledge?
She believes in questioning things that aren’t fair or true
How does the tone change when Addie speaks about the Pledge?
It becomes serious and assertive
What type of figurative language is: “Words bounce off some people like rubber balls”
Simile
Based on Addie's behavior, what can you infer about her values?
She values truth, justice, and standing up for what she believes
What is the main conflict Addie experiences with her teachers?
They reject her when she speaks out about the Pledge
What lesson is Bobby learning about self-identity by chapter 9?
That he doesn’t need to change to be accepted or valued
What mood is created when Joe finds graffiti on his locker?
Tense, emotional, or hurt
What type of figurative language is "I’m like some kind of rare specimen, a bug under glass."
Simile
What do the characters’ reactions to bullying reveal about their personalities?
They show resilience, loyalty, and a desire to be seen for who they truly are
What major event leads to the formation of the “Gang of Five”?
The group comes together as friends who feel like outsiders
How do the characters’ experiences support the theme of standing up for others?
They support one another and speak out against injustice
What setting detail shows the school can be a hostile environment?
Locker slurs, teasing in the cafeteria
What does the line ""I’m like some kind of rare specimen, a bug under glass." mean?
Joe using to describe how people look at him
How can Joe be described and why?
Confident, unashamed, etc.
How does the group’s social conflict motivate them to take action?
They decide to run their own third-party ticket for the student council
What theme is reinforced by the students calling themselves “misfits”?
Embracing individuality and rejecting harmful labels
What tone does the author use when describing the Gang of Five's friendship?
Hopeful or uplifting
BONUS:When is Ms. Fraser's birthday?
JUNE 15, 1995