Characters
Vocabulary
Chapter 1
Feelings
Chapter 2
100

Who are the two main siblings in the story?

Evan and Jessie

100

A drop in the activity of a business or the economy is known as what...

Slump

100

In chapter 1, how did Evan calm himself down?

He threw a ball up and down faster and faster.

100

How does Evan feel when he finds out Jessie will be in his class?

Embarrassed/Upset

100

In chapter 2, what did Jessie shout at Evan as she was halfway up the stairs?

"And I am not a baby!"

200

Which sibling is good at math and very smart?

Jessie

200

Wanting to do something very much and not allowing anyone or any difficulties to stop you is known as being...

Determined

200

How much money did Evan get from his grandma for his birthday?

$10.00

200

Why might Jessie feel confused about Evan's reaction?

She doesn't understand why he's upset

200

Why was Evan's and Scott Spencer's friendship on and off?

Because Scott purposely placed Evan's bike helmet under the wheel of the Treskis' minivan so that it would get run over.

300

Which sibling is more social and good with people?

Evan

300

A feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress is called...

Relief

300

The loud, long scraping noise coming from the kitchen that Evan heard was caused by what?

An old air conditioner 

300

What can we infer about Evan's pride?

He cares what others think

300

How much money was the prize amount for Jessie's Labor Day project?

$100

400

Who feels upset about being in the same grade as their sibling?

Evan

400

The act of abandoning a person, post or duty, often in violation of an obligation is called...

Deserting

400

What were two activities that Jessie asked to do with Evan?

Build a fort in the woods and play Stratego.


400

What book does Jessie always read when she gets upset or angry or sad or confused?

Charlotte's Web

400

In Jessie's opinion, what were 2 things that were wrong with Evan and Scott's Lemonade sign?

The word "lemonade" was spelled wrong and written too small.  

500

Who is younger but skipping a grade? 

Jessie

500

Dissolution of a unit, an organization or a group of organizations is defined as

Breakup

500

Where was Evan hiding?

In the dark basement.

500

Why might the argument between them get worse?

Miscommunication/hurt feelings

500

What did the letter from the school say and who was it addressed to?

The letter, addressed to Mrs. Treski, stated that Evan and Jessie would be in the same class.