Story Basics
What chapter of Kid Lawyer is the focus of this lesson?
Chapter 1
Why do societies create rules?
To maintain order
What historical document was signed in 1215?
Magna Carta
What situation in Chapter 1 introduces the idea of fairness and justice?
Theo tries to fix something he thinks is unfair.
Why is Theo able to go directly to the judge when he has a problem?
Because he is well known and respected.
What is introduced at the beginning of Chapter 1?
The main characters and the main conflict
Who usually creates and enforces rules?
Authority figures
Whose power did the Magna Carta limit?
The king’s power
What real-world ideas does the story help explain?
It shows how judges and rules work in real life.
What does Theo’s popularity suggest about how others view him?
They trust him and see him as responsible
What kind of problem does the main character face?
A problem involving rules and fairness
Why can rules sometimes seem unfair?
They affect people differently
What important idea did the Magna Carta introduce?
No one is above the law
Why does Theo’s role in Chapter 1 reflect how laws affect real people?
Theo uses rules to help someone.
What problem is Theo’s friend dealing with in Chapter 1?
Her parents are getting divorced
Why is the conflict important to the story?
It introduces ideas about justice and authority
When is it appropriate to question a rule?
When it seems unfair or harmful
Why is the Magna Carta important today?
It influenced modern laws and rights
How does Theo’s response to his friend’s family problem connect to ideas about justice in history?
He wants things to be fair for families.
Why does Theo want to help his friend with her family situation?
Because he believes the situation is unfair
How does Chapter 1 help set up the rest of the novel?
It introduces themes of law, fairness, and questioning rules
Why should authority be limited in a fair society?
To prevent abuse of power
How does the idea from the Magna Carta help explain why the main character questions a rule in Chapter 1?
Both suggest that authority should have limits and rules should be fair.
Why is Chapter 1 of Kid Lawyer a good example of how stories can explain historical ideas about law and fairness?
The story shows law and fairness through Theo.
What does Theo’s reaction to his friend’s problem show about his character?
He values fairness and wants to help others