Vocabulary 1
This word means “not expected or surprising.”
unexpected
The students were ____________________ to the new plan because they thought it was a good idea.
agreeable
Who does Alvin want to become friends with?
Pinky
Alvin's grandfather
Who is the protagonist of the story?
Alvin Ho
This word means a problem that causes something to stop working correctly.
malfunction
The tornado that destroyed many homes was a terrible ____________________.
calamity
What does Pinky do that shows he isn't treating Alvin like a true friend?
Pressures Alvin into doing things he doesn't want to do
What instrument did Alvin's father want him to learn how to play?
The piano
What is one major conflict Alvin faces?
He is afraid to speak at school
If you fight against something or refuse to accept it, you ___ it.
resist
The teacher ____________________ how to solve the problem by showing the class each step.
demonstrated
Which character has shown Alvin kindness and acceptance throughout the story?
Flea
What toy did Alvin take for show and tell?
Johnny Astro
What is one theme of the story?
A true friend is always there for you
This word means a feeling of not knowing what will happen.
uncertainty
The movie showed a ____________________ scene that made everyone feel frightened.
horrific
What is the name of the book that Flea makes for Alvin?
The Book of Alvin
Who was wearing the "horrific thing" costume?
Anibelly
What is the antagonist in the story?
Alvin's fears
Which word means angry or forceful behavior toward someone or something?
aggression
What is the name of the type of figurative language where a word represents a sound? (BOOM, POP! BANG!)
What did Flea have in her backyard?
A gentleman
What did Alvin give to Pinky to persuade him to be his friend?
Baseball cards