Theme/
Authors' Message
Authors' Message
What theme is BEST supported in the story?
A. Winning is most important
B. Creativity can lead to recognition
C. Friends should help each other
D. Cooking is difficult
B — Creativity can lead to recognition
How does Frank feel at the beginning of the story?
A. Nervous
B. Confused
C. Excited
D. Disappointed
C. Excited
Which word is an antonym of fancy?
A. Bright
B. Colorful
C. Decorative
D. Plain
D. Plain
“Pop, pop, fizz, fizz” appeals most to —
A. Sight
B. Sound
C. Taste
D. Touch
B. Sound
Paragraph 27 contributes to the plot by —
A. Introducing characters
B. Describing setting
C. Showing resolution
D. Explaining the problem
D. Explaining the problem
Which detail BEST supports the theme?
A. The breakfast fundraiser
B. The poster announcement
C. The “One of a Kind” ribbon
D. The jelly bean toppings
C. The “One of a Kind” ribbon
What do paragraphs 13–15 show about Frank’s classmates?
A. They doubt he will win
B. They admire him
C. They want his recipe
D. They avoid him
A. They doubt he will win
The word kerfuffle most nearly means —
A. Confusion or commotion
B. Celebration
C. Competition
D. Mess
A. Confusion or commotion
Why does the author include sound words like “pop” and “fizz”?
A. To show dialogue
B. To explain ingredients
C. To slow pacing
D. To create imagery
D. To create imagery
The phrase “no-way no-how” shows Frank feels —
A. Hopeless
B. Angry
C. Confused
D. Proud
A. Hopeless
What message does Mr. Todd communicate by awarding Frank a ribbon?
A. Effort and originality matter
B. Rules must be followed
C. Judges feel sympathy
D. Contests should reward neatness
A. Effort and originality matter
Why does Frank become upset during the contest?
A. Judges criticize him
B. His parents interfere
C. Friends laugh
D. His waffle collapses
D. His waffle collapses
Which word BEST describes the mood of paragraph 27?
A. Joyful
B. Peaceful
C. Chaotic
D. Serious
C. Chaotic
The phrase “rainbow-colored lava” helps readers —
A. Visualize the mess
B. Predict the ending
C. Learn cooking steps
D. Understand the recipe
A. Visualize the mess
Why is Frank surprised when he sees the ribbon?
A. He arrived late
B. He forgot rules
C. He thinks his waffle looks bad
D. He already won before
C. He thinks his waffle looks bad
Why does Mr. Todd create a special ribbon category?
A. He forgot contest rules
B. He felt sorry for Frank
C. He needed more winners
D. He values creativity
D. He values creativity
How do Frank’s feelings change across the story?
A. Excited → bored → proud
B. Confident → embarrassed → proud
C. Nervous → calm → upset
D. Proud → angry → calm
B. Confident → embarrassed → proud
Which trait BEST describes Frank?
A. Careless
B. Creative
C. Dishonest
D. Lazy
B. Creative
Why does Frank hide his waffle under a dome?
A. He feels embarrassed
B. He forgot it
C. He wants a surprise reveal
D. He fears theft
C. He wants a surprise reveal
How is the conflict resolved?
A. Frank fixes the waffle
B. He receives recognition
C. Judges change rules
D. Contest ends early
B. He receives recognition
Frank’s waffle MOST symbolizes —
A. Carelessness
B. Creativity and individuality
C. Competition
D. Failure
B. Creativity and individuality
What is the climax of the story?
A. Contest announcement
B. Ribbon ceremony
C. Waffle collapse
D. Fundraiser trip
C. Waffle collapse
Frank believes he will not win because —
A. His waffle collapses
B. Judges ignore him
C. He breaks rules
D. Friends copy him
A. His waffle collapses
The volcano imagery mainly emphasizes —
A. Danger
B. Humor and creativity
C. Competition
D. Anger
B. Humor and creativity
Which statement BEST summarizes the story?
A. Creative risks can lead to success
B. Cooking contests are stressful
C. Friends should help
D. Breakfast foods are fun
A. Creative risks can lead to success