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True or false: Alec had been sent to the principal’s office multiple times during his sixth grade?
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True or false: Alec's visits to the Hot Seat were always because of what he was reading?
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True or false: Alec's love for reading may have been influenced by his parents and the books they read to him?
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True or false: Alec's love for reading always led to trouble at school?
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True or false: Alec plans to do his homework at school in the clubs area?
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True or false: Alec wants to join the Lego Club?
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True or false: Alec is approached by Mrs. Case to join a club activity?
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True or false: Alec is approached by Mr. Willner, who tries to persuade him to join a club activity?
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True or false: Alec is engrossed in a book titled 'The High King' and doesn't want to be interrupted?
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True or false: Alec is given four options for after-school activities?
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True or false: Alec wants to be in the Robotics Club?
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True or false: Alec is encouraged by Mrs. Case to consider joining the games or homework programs?
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True or false: Alec insists his book is for homework, not for fun?
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True or false: The passage takes place on the first day of school in the morning?
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True or false: Alec is given two options for after-school activities?
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True or false: Alec decides to sit at the Chess Club table to read instead?
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True or false: Alec's little brother, Luke, interrupts Alec as he rushes out of school to read?
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True or false: Alec's parents have been laid off from their jobs, leading the boys to enroll in the Extended Day Program?
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True or false: Alec's initial annoyance about the Extended Day Program turns into excitement?
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True or false: Luke reminds Alec of the program's rules and provides him with a snack?
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True or false: Alec realizes that the Extended Day Program might provide him with time to read undisturbed?
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True or false: Mrs. Case explains only one program option to Alec: Active Games?
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True or false: Alec asks if he can just read, and Mrs. Case accepts his request?
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True or false: Alec's initial excitement about the program remains high as he realizes he might not be able to read?
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True or false: Mrs. Case appears pleased with Alec's lack of knowledge about the program?
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True or false: The interaction with Mrs. Case leaves Alec feeling confident about the program?
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True or false: The text does not set the stage for potential conflict and challenges in Alec's experience with the Extended Day Program?
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True or false: The text suggests that Alec's experience with the Extended Day Program will be smooth and uneventful?
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Principal Vance sends Alec to class with a yellow hall pass
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True or false: Alec was caught reading a book in math class instead of sketching?
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Alec is famous among teachers for reading in class despite the 'Alec Rule' prohibiting it
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True or false: Alec's reputation was positively impacted by the visit to the principal's office?
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Principal Vance has instructed all of Alec's teachers to seat him in the front row
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True or false: Alec was reading a book called The High King when he was caught in class?
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Alec's teachers have already decided to seat him in the front row before Principal Vance's instruction
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True or false: Kent Blair, a former friend, taunted Alec in the hallway?
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Alec pays close attention in class to avoid summer school, particularly in math and language arts
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True or false: Alec was sent to the principal's office 14 times in fifth grade for reading instead of participating in class?
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True or false: Mrs. Vance warned Alec about the potential loss of his summer activities?
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Alec gets caught daydreaming in science class and is assigned the task of tracking key concepts by his teacher
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True or false: Mrs. Vance emphasized the need for Alec to make definite changes?
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Alec's lunchtime routine is disrupted by the longer food lines and his rushed schedule
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True or false: Alec completely ignored Mrs. Vance's warning?
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Alec finds the newness of changing classes exciting but feels frazzled and dazed by the end of the day
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True or false: Mrs. Vance affirmed Alec's understanding and the need for change at the end of the meeting?
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Alec's teachers and principal are concerned about his habit of reading in class
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True or false: Alec was caught reading a comic book instead of sketching in art class?
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Alec's teachers are trying to help him focus on his studies
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True or false: Alec's behavior did not impact his academic results, study skills, and class participation?
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Alec is struggling to adjust to the new demands and routines of sixth grade
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True or false: Kent Blair left the hallway without taunting Alec?
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True or false: Alec's favorite part of the Star Wars movies is the lightsaber fights?
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True or false: Alec has read all the Star Wars novels twice, but only watched most of the movies once?
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True or false: Alec finds the Star Wars novels to be more enjoyable than the movies?
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True or false: Alec is uninterested in joining the Lego Club?
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True or false: Alec confronted Kent, the skilled kickball player, in the gym?
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True or false: Kent kicked a grand slam in kickball and his team chanted 'Champs'
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True or false: Nina mentioned that she dislikes hearing kids talk about folding paper?
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True or false: Alec deduced that Nina must be a fast reader after observing her book?
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True or false: Alec felt encouraged and hopeful about the book club after his interaction with Nina?
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True or false: Alec's resentment towards being called a bookworm increased after seeing the benefits of having his own table and free time?
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True or false: Alec does not recall seeing Nina in their language arts class and during lunch?
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True or false: Alec's desire to keep the conversation going with Nina decreased after talking to her?
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True or false: Alec and Nina signed up for the new book club at Extended Day just before the deadline?
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True or false: Alec sets up the table in the corner and takes out a book to read at the club's open house?
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True or false: Alec felt surprised by his bravery in talking to Nina and feels a desire to keep the conversation going?
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True or false: Mrs. Case signed the application for The Losers Club despite her reservations about the club's name?
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True or false: Alec's love for reading always led to trouble at school?
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True or false: Alec's teachers are trying to help him focus on his studies?
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True or false: The Losers Club is one of the existing clubs at Extended Day, along with Chess Club, Origami Club, Robotics Club, Lego Club, and Chinese Club?
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True or false: Alec's behavior did not impact his academic results, study skills, and class participation?
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True or false: Alec anticipates the reaction to the club's name and looks forward to the club's activities?
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True or false: The establishment of The Losers Club marks a significant and unconventional addition to the Extended Day Program?
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True or false: Alec's little brother, Luke, interrupts Alec as he rushes out of school to read?
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True or false: Alec was caught reading a comic book instead of sketching in art class?
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True or false: Alec is approached by Mrs. Case to join a club activity?
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True or false: Alec is approached by Mr. Willner, who tries to persuade him to join a club activity?
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True or false: Mrs. Vance warned Alec about the potential loss of his summer activities?
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True or false: Alec pays close attention in class to avoid summer school, particularly in math and language arts?
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True or false: Alec successfully convinces Nina to join the Losers Club by spoiling the ending of the book she's reading?
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True or false: Nina is initially uninterested in joining Alec's club, but is eventually persuaded to start a club focused solely on reading?
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True or false: Alec and Nina bond over their shared love for reading and develop a plan to start the 'Losers Club'?
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True or false: The encounter in the garage leads to the formation of the 'Losers Club,' based on Alec and Nina's mutual love for reading?
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True or false: Nina introduces herself as Nina Warner and decides to join Alec's club?
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True or false: Alec spoils the ending of the book 'Hatchet' to convince Nina to join his club?
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True or false: Nina is uninterested in a book club, but Alec persuades her to start a club focused solely on reading?
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True or false: Alec and Nina's unexpected friendship begins with their encounter in the garage?
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True or false: Nina agrees to join Alec's club after being impressed by the name 'Losers Club' and the reference to a skunk?
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True or false: Alec attempts to spoil the ending of the book Nina's reading to get her attention, but eventually backs off?
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True or false: Alec approaches a girl from the Origami Club, nervous, but interested in her love for reading?
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True or false: Alec describes the girl's appearance and demeanor, trying to engage her in conversation?
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True or false: Alec prioritizes talking to girls over reading books?
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True or false: Kent is skilled at talking to girls and appears to have an interest in Nina?
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True or false: Alec speaks negatively about Kent, prioritizing honor over gossip?
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True or false: Nina doesn't care about others' opinions of her?
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True or false: Alec wonders if books affect Nina's emotions as they do for him?
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True or false: Alec chooses not to speak negatively about Kent, prioritizing honor?
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True or false: Alec and Nina discuss their thoughts on the perception of others and their own identities?
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True or false: Alec realizes that the club's name is important to Nina?
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True or false: Alec and Nina discuss their thoughts on the club's name and the opinions of others?
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True or false: Alec and Nina observe Kent's behavior and realize that he is putting on a show to impress Nina?
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True or false: Nina is reading "Island of the Blue Dolphins" and Alec wonders if books affect her emotions?
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True or false: Nina expresses that she doesn't care what others think of her and Alec agrees?
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True or false: Nina is the one who initially suggests starting a reading club with Alec?
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True or false: Alec wishes that the reading club was the way Mrs. Case wanted it to be, emphasizing deep analysis and discussions of the stories?
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True or false: Alec wonders if Nina is the type of reader who contemplates what happens after a story ends?
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True or false: Nina and Alec decide to split the ice cream sandwich that Kent will give Nina?
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True or false: Alec's decision to visit Nina's house is driven by his feelings of inadequacy and desire to compete with Kent?
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True or false: Alec's plan to impress Nina reveals his inner struggle for attention and recognition?
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True or false: Alec's internal struggle and desire for recognition lead him to take action?
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True or false: Alec's plan to ride his bike to Nina's house is motivated by his desire for attention and recognition?
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True or false: Alec's feelings of inadequacy and jealousy drive his decision to visit Nina?
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True or false: Alec felt hopeful about impressing Nina after seeing Kent and Richie playing basketball with two other boys?
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True or false: Alec's decision to visit Nina's house is influenced by his desire for attention and recognition?
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True or false: Alec's plan to impress Nina is motivated by his desire for recognition and attention?
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True or false: Alec's plan to ride his bike to Nina's house is influenced by his desire for attention and recognition?
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True or false: Alec's plan to impress Nina is driven by his feelings of inadequacy and desire to compete with Kent?
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True or false: Alec's decision to take action is motivated by his desire for recognition and attention?
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True or false: Alec's decision to visit Nina's house is influenced by his feelings of inadequacy and jealousy?
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True or false: Alec finished reading the book 'A Sound of Thunder' the day before the kickball game?
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True or false: Kent purposefully kicks the ball towards the Losers Club table to bother Nina and Alec?
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True or false: Nina suspects Kent is deliberately trying to bother them?
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True or false: Alec considers telling Nina the whole story but decides against it to avoid explaining his competition with Kent?
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True or false: Nina suggests moving to Alec's side of the table and asks for a pencil from Alec?
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True or false: Alec gives Nina a pencil, and she questions him about having only one pencil?
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True or false: Alec realizes Kent is upset about the ice cream sandwich incident and is deliberately targeting them?
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True or false: Alec tries to avoid looking at Nina while reading a book at the Losers Club table?
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True or false: Alec is reading the same book he finished the day before, 'A Sound of Thunder'?
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True or false: Kent had brought Nina an ice cream sandwich, but she gives it to Alec and shares it with him?
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True or false: Alec and Nina exchange glances, but Alec tries to focus on his book?
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True or false: Alec suspects Kent is intentionally targeting them by kicking the ball towards their table?
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True or false: Nina catches a kickball with a pencil, impressing her friends?
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True or false: Kent's team, the Champs, dominates the kickball game?
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True or false: Kent shows interest in Nina and asks Alec if they are together?
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True or false: The setting shifts to the classroom, where the teacher introduces a project involving wallpaper paste and newspaper?
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True or false: The story highlights the social dynamics and interactions among the characters in a school setting?
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True or false: Alec is left trying to process the conversation as he enters the art room?
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True or false: Kent's powerful kickball shots capture the attention of everyone in the gym?
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True or false: The dynamics between the Losers Club, Kent, and Nina become more complex and uncertain?
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True or false: Alec denies being with Nina, and Kent expresses interest in pursuing her?
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True or false: Alec feels bewildered and unsure of how to react after the interaction?
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True or false: The text captures the tension, confusion, and shifting relationships between the characters?
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True or false: Alec anticipates the reaction to the club's name and looks forward to the club's activities?
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True or false: Alec's motivation to finish the mask is to avoid being sent to the Homework Room by his parents?
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True or false: Alec sketches a mask based on a pirate illustration from Treasure Island?
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True or false: While working on the mask, Alec starts to feel better about himself and his situation with Nina and Kent?
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True or false: Alec observes Kent interacting with Nina and starts to feel insecure about his position with Nina?
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True or false: Alec and Nina have a lighthearted conversation about Kent's comments, with Nina finding them amusing?
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True or false: Nina shares her experience of avoiding Kent and his attempts to interact with her?
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True or false: Alec feels conflicted about his feelings for Nina and his rivalry with Kent?
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True or false: Alec experiences conflicting emotions about Nina and Kent, feeling a desire to challenge Kent to a sword fight?
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True or false: Alec is instructed to work on making a mask using papier-mâché in art class?
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True or false: Nina approaches Alec and asks for snacks, leading to a casual conversation between them?
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True or false: Alec continues to feel conflicted about his feelings for Nina and his rivalry with Kent?
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True or false: Nina and Alec share snacks and engage in a friendly interaction?
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True or false: Alec's dad suggests that labels like 'bookworm' or 'sports guy' don't really matter to girls, and it's what a person is on the inside that matters most?
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True or false: Alec's dad suggests that maybe Alec should stop being a bookworm and be something else?
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True or false: Alec's dad points out that Alec is also a sports guy, referencing his impressive water-skiing skills?
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True or false: Alec's dad's advice about girls and labels resonates with Alec and he immediately decides to change himself to fit in with what girls like?
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True or false: Alec accuses Kent of stealing his idea in the text?
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True or false: Nina is unimpressed by the Losers Club and Alec's attempts to include her?
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True or false: Alec's interactions with Kent and Nina lead to escalating tension and conflict?
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True or false: Alec seeks to understand his emotions by comparing his experiences to characters in books.
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Alec feels troubled about Kent's influence on Nina and his own feelings
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True or false: Alec is worried about being teased due to his association with the 'Losers Club.'
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Alec decides to focus on minding his own business
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True or false: Alec's family, including his brother and mother, are aware of his feelings for Nina and are supportive.
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Alec's semi-generous thoughts about Kent are shattered when he learns Kent sent Jason to the Losers Club as punishment
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True or false: The story highlights themes of confusion, self-discovery, and the importance of familial support in navigating adolescence.
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Jason's reason for being in the Losers Club and his embarrassment about Kent's request
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True or false: Alec's brother, Luke, intrudes on his personal space and tries to offer support, despite Alec's resistance.
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Alec's reaction to Jason's presence and his strict adherence to the club's rules
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True or false: Alec realizes that Nina's actions may indicate that she cares for him, bringing him some comfort.
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Alec's internal struggle to concentrate on reading and his annoyance with Jason's actions
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True or false: Nina enjoys reading with Alec but also spends time with Kent due to their shared interests in sports and other friends.
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Nina's arrival and her question about Jason
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True or false: Alec is trying to understand his complex feelings for Nina and navigating social dynamics at school.
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Alec's comment about Jason being sent by Kent and Nina's reaction
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True or false: Alec's love for reading always led to trouble at school.
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Nina's interaction with Jason
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True or false: Alec anticipates the reaction to the club's name and looks forward to the club's activities.
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Alec's continued struggle to concentrate on reading due to Jason's presence
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True or false: Alec realizes that the club's name is important to Nina.
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Alec's annoyance with Jason's actions and the impact on his reading concentration
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True or false: Alec's parents have been laid off from their jobs, leading the boys to enroll in the Extended Day Program.
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Alec's love for reading always led to trouble at school
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True or false: Alec learned to water-ski at the age of six, with his grandparents in New Hampshire and was a natural skier.
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True or false: Alec achieved his goal of slalom skiing by the end of his first summer.
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True or false: Water-skiing made Alec feel weak and out of control, providing a challenging summer vacation activity.
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True or false: Alec's father advised him to completely change who he is to fit in at school.
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True or false: Alec found comfort in reading, spending a weekend immersed in books like 'The Swiss Family Robinson,' 'The Call of the Wild,' 'The Hunger Games,' and 'Hatchet.'
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True or false: Alec's struggle with self-perception and social dynamics was not a central theme in the text.
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True or false: Alec's thoughts were preoccupied with people at school, specifically Kent and Nina, as he returned to the school routine.
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True or false: Alec found it easy to interact with Kent in first-period art class.
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True or false: Nina greeted Alec with a wave and a smile in third-period language arts.
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True or false: Alec's reading provided a permanent escape from his worries and anxieties about school and social interactions.
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True or false: Alec's father's advice was to change everything about himself to fit in at school.
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True or false: Alec found solace in water-skiing and did not enjoy reading as a form of escape.
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True or false: Nina confronts Alec about his behavior at the club table, expressing her disappointment in his treatment of Jason.
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True or false: Alec reveals that Kent had punished Jason by making him join the 'Losers Club' and had sent him over to their table to keep an eye on Nina.
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True or false: Nina apologizes for yelling at Alec and explains that she already apologized to Jason on his behalf.
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True or false: Nina shares that Jason is choosing to stay with them rather than return to Kent's group, indicating that Alec's company is preferred.
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True or false: Nina hints at her awareness of the tension between Alec and Kent, suggesting jealousy on Kent's part.
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True or false: The phone conversation ends with a hint of tension between Alec and Nina regarding their friendship and Kent's involvement.
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True or false: Alec successfully convinces Nina to join the Losers Club by spoiling the ending of the book she's reading.
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True or false: Alec's decision to visit Nina's house is influenced by his desire for attention and recognition.
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True or false: Alec finds the Star Wars novels to be more enjoyable than the movies.
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True or false: Alec and Nina observe Kent's behavior and realize that he is putting on a show to impress Nina.
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True or false: Alec denies being with Nina, and Kent expresses interest in pursuing her.
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True or false: Alec and Nina signed up for the new book club at Extended Day just before the deadline?
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True or false: Alec is more interested in playing kickball than watching the game?
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True or false: Kent is a skilled pitcher and fielder in kickball?
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True or false: Alec recognizes Dave Hampton's little sister, Julia, immediately upon seeing her?
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True or false: Alec encourages Julia to join one of the clubs at the end of the passage?
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Kent initially thought reading was stupid before becoming engrossed in 'Hatchet'
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Alec arranges a separate table for reading discussions for the Losers Club
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Alec confronts Kent about the importance of commitment and accountability in reading
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Alec is engaged in reading 'Brian's Hunt' and anticipates discussing the Hatchet series with Kent
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Alec's commitment to reading motivates Kent to finish 'Hatchet' and consider staying in the club
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Alec found solace in water-skiing and did not enjoy reading as a form of escape
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Kent abruptly finishes 'Hatchet' and seeks to return to kickball, contrary to the agreed reading period
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Alec's resentment towards being called a bookworm increased after seeing the benefits of having his own table and free time
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The text sets the stage for potential conflict and challenges in Alec's experience with the Extended Day Program
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Alec realizes that Nina's actions may indicate that she cares for him, bringing him some comfort
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Alec is more interested in playing kickball than watching the game
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Alec's parents have been laid off from their jobs, leading the boys to enroll in the Extended Day Program
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True or false: Alec's friends, Jason, Lily, and Nina, create a small spectacle by cheering for him from the bleachers.
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True or false: Alec acknowledges that the bet he made with Kent was not fair and expresses that he had a good time playing the game.
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True or false: Alec reflects on the game, realizing that he is not a hero and Kent is not a villain.
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True or false: Alec's friends, Jason, Lily, and Nina, create a small spectacle by cheering for him from the bleachers.
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True or false: Alec continues to perform well in the game, scoring two singles, one double, and one out.
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True or false: Alec's team ultimately wins the kickball game.
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True or false: Alec and Kent show mutual respect for each other's skills after the game.
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True or false: Alec decides to step away from sports despite his victory.
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True or false: Kent's team, the Champs, ultimately wins with Kent driving in six runners with four home runs.
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True or false: Alec surprises everyone by joining a kickball game, including Kent, the captain of the opposing team.
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True or false: Alec realizes that Kent has memorized the strengths and weaknesses of every player including him.
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True or false: Alec, initially perceived as a bookworm, reveals his secret athletic abilities and decides to play the game.
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True or false: Alec seeks revenge on Kent by making him join the club and sit still to read.
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True or false: Alec forgets to inform the club members about his bet with Kent.
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True or false: Nina is upset with Alec for making the bet with Kent, as she didn't want to see him anymore.
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True or false: Alec strategically places the new club members between himself and Kent to prevent conflict.
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True or false: Kent's behavior contradicts his previous honorable actions, disappointing Alec and Nina.
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True or false: Alec tells Nina about the bet and how he offered to call it off after winning, but Kent refused.
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True or false: Alec rushes to the gym to secure a spot at the club table before Kent arrives.
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True or false: Kent arrives with a negative attitude and demands a book to read.
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True or false: The chapter ends with tension between Alec and Kent, setting the stage for further conflict.
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True or false: Alec finds solace in reading 'Charlotte's Web' to escape from his problems.
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True or false: Alec is embarrassed by the attention he receives after hitting a home run at the gym.
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True or false: Alec feels regret and guilt for making Kent agree to sit and read with the Losers Club for a week.
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True or false: Alec makes a bet with Kent involving joining the Losers Club and reading a book of Alec's choice if he scores a run in the kickball game?
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True or false: Kent will join the Losers Club for a week and read a book of Alec's choice if Alec scores a run in the kickball game?
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True or false: Alec displays unexpected strength during a handshake battle with Kent?
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True or false: Alec's team, the Losers, starts the game with a strong kick from Eddie, resulting in a runner at first base?
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True or false: Alec leads a chant for his team, the Losers, after the first successful kick?
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True or false: The second kicker on Alec's team fails to make a good kick, resulting in an easy out for Kent's team?
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True or false: The story sets the stage for a high-stakes kickball game between Alec's Losers and Kent's Champs?
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True or false: The text captures the tension and rivalry between Alec and Kent as they prepare to face off in the game?
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True or false: Alec joins a kickball game and makes a bet with the opposing team captain, Kent?
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True or false: If Alec fails to score in the kickball game, he must stay in Active Games for a week and let Kent beat him at kickball daily?
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True or false: Alec and Kent engage in a handshake battle, with Alec displaying unexpected strength?
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True or false: If Alec scores a run in the kickball game, Kent must join the Losers Club for a week and read a book of Alec's choice?
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True or false: Alec's regular spot at the table is at the quiet table in the corner.
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True or false: Mrs. Case only stops to talk with the chatty table once or twice a week.
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True or false: Alec had mixed feelings about having many kids in the club.
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True or false: Lily switched back to the quiet table after the group finished reading 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'.
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True or false: The Active Games kids have participated in a soccer league before playing Wiffle ball?
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True or false: Kent received applause after hitting a home run in the Wiffle ball game?
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True or false: The Chess Club members are learning classic moves and studying grand masters' games?
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True or false: The Robotics Club unveiled a self-designed robot and received a standing ovation?
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True or false: The Lego Club presented a self-designed spaceship and received polite applause?
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True or false: Alec's Losers Club presentation was met with enthusiastic applause from the audience?
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True or false: Alec's Losers Club includes 18 members and showcased a unique presentation involving a stack of paper unfolding like a Chinese dragon?
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True or false: The text showcases the variety of engaging activities in the Active Games and Clubs Program, highlighting the students' involvement and the unique presentations and activities offered by each club?
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True or false: The Clubs Program includes a Book Club, Gardening Club, and Cooking Club?
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True or false: Mr. Brian Willner is the leader of the Active Games Program?
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True or false: The Chinese Club presented a traditional dance performance that lasted five minutes?
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True or false: The Robotics Club demonstrated their projects and showcased autonomous robots, receiving applause and laughter from the crowd?
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True or false: Alec's plan to change the name of the Losers Club is well-received by all members?
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True or false: Alec enlists Luke's help for technical and printing skills required for his plan?
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True or false: Alec feels anxious and barely pays attention during the classroom visits at the open house?
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True or false: Alec is relieved to see some parents and kids leaving, but the gym is still packed during the open house?
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True or false: Mr. Langston's speech about the students' hard work receives loud applause at the open house?
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True or false: Nina's smile alleviates Alec's anxiety as the Losers Club is last in line for the show-and-tell at the open house?
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True or false: Mr. Jenson prepares to start the presentation at the Wiffle ball diamond at the open house?
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True or false: Alec's behavior at the open house indicates that he is confident in the success of his plan with everyone's cooperation?
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True or false: Alec's plan for the open house requires no technical or printing skills?
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True or false: Alec's plan for the open house does not create time pressure for him as the open house approaches?
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True or false: Alec's frustration with the club members wanting to change the club's name leads him to seek their email addresses for communication?
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True or false: Alec's plan for the open house does not require any information from each club member?
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True or false: Alec's plan for the open house does not acknowledge potential skepticism?
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True or false: Alec used to find solace in books, but now feels overwhelmed by life and drowning in his thoughts?
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True or false: Alec's perception of books has changed to make him reflect on real life and his relationships?
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True or false: Alec feels self-conscious when he hears laughter from other club tables, worrying they are mocking him?
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True or false: Alec's parents' conversation about book censorship resonates with his own worries about the future of books?
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True or false: Alec expresses his discontent with the upcoming open house at dinner while his parents discuss book censorship?
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True or false: Alec's parents highlight historical book censorship as seen in Nazi Germany and contemporary attempts to control media?
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True or false: Alec's perception of books has changed, and he now feels troubled by his habit of reading in class?
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True or false: Alec feels troubled by Kent's influence on Nina and his own feelings?
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True or false: The text highlights Alec's internal struggles, the changing dynamics of his relationships, and his growing awareness of broader societal issues?
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True or false: Alec's frustration with the club members wanting to change the club's name leads him to seek their phone numbers for communication?
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True or false: Alec feels self-confident when he hears laughter from other club tables, not worrying they are mocking him?
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True or false: Alec feels pressure to read 'boy' books like 'Hatchet' and 'The Call of the Wild' but is enjoying 'Julie of the Wolves' recommended by his mom?
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True or false: Alec's friend Nina expresses surprise that he is interested in a book with 'girl stuff' and this makes Alec feel good about himself and their friendship?
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True or false: Alec's mentor, Mrs. Case, dislikes the name of the Losers Club and suggests changing it?
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True or false: Some club members, including Alec, defend the original name 'Losers Club' while others feel the need to change it to avoid being labeled as losers?
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True or false: Alec wishes Nina was present to support him during the discussion about changing the club's name, but she is not there as she is playing Wiffle ball?
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True or false: The Losers Club faces pressure to come up with an activity for the open house, as other clubs are preparing performances or presentations?
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True or false: Alec is torn between his loyalty to the original name of the club and the pressure from its members, Mrs. Case, and the need to prepare for the open house?
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True or false: The discussion about the club's name and the pressure to come up with an activity for the open house creates tension and uncertainty within the Losers Club?
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True or false: Alec's dad suggests that labels like 'bookworm' or 'sports guy' don't really matter to girls, and it's what a person is on the inside that matters most?
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True or false: Alec found solace in water-skiing and did not enjoy reading as a form of escape?
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True or false: Nina enjoys reading with Alec but also spends time with Kent due to their shared interests in sports and other friends?
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True or false: Alec's behavior did impact his academic results, study skills, and class participation?
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Study Notes
Alec's Meeting with the Principal
- Alec is caught reading a book in art class instead of sketching, resulting in a visit to the principal's office.
- Alec's reputation is negatively impacted as students in the hallway mock him for being on the "Hot Seat."
- Alec is engrossed in a book called The High King, oblivious to his surroundings and the mockery.
- Kent Blair, a former friend turned popular kid, taunts Alec in the hallway but leaves abruptly.
- Alec is called into the principal's office, where he faces Mrs. Vance, who is known for her strict demeanor.
- Mrs. Vance expresses concern about Alec's academic results, study skills, and class participation.
- Alec is sent to Mrs. Vance's office 14 times in fifth grade for reading instead of participating in class.
- Mrs. Vance warns Alec about the consequences if his behavior does not change, including a mandatory summer study skills program.
- Alec realizes the impact of his actions and the potential loss of his summer activities.
- Mrs. Vance emphasizes the need for Alec to make definite changes and understand the consequences of his actions.
- Alec acknowledges Mrs. Vance's warning and the potential consequences of his behavior.
- The meeting ends with Mrs. Vance's affirmation of Alec's understanding and the need for change.
Navigating friendships and interests
- Alec is reading a book with a battle scene he loves, finding safety in reading compared to talking to girls.
- Alec accidentally kicks a ball, drawing the attention of Kent, who seems interested in Nina.
- Kent is skilled at talking to girls and seems to have an interest in Nina, who also appears interested in him.
- Nina and Kent have recently met, and Kent seems to be making an effort to impress her.
- Alec observes Kent's behavior and realizes that Kent is putting on a show to impress Nina.
- Alec and Nina discuss Kent and their respective friendships with him.
- Nina shares her thoughts on the club's name, expressing that she doesn't care what others think of her.
- Alec gets an opportunity to speak negatively about Kent but chooses not to, prioritizing honor.
- Alec and Nina discuss their thoughts on the perception of others and their own identities.
- Alec realizes that Nina is reading "Island of the Blue Dolphins" and wonders if books affect her emotions as they do for him.
- Nina and Alec discuss their thoughts on the club's name and the opinions of others.
- Alec gets an opportunity to speak negatively about Kent but chooses a different approach, prioritizing honor.
Alec's Art Class Dilemma
- Alec is instructed to work on making a mask using papier-mâché in art class.
- Alec feels distracted and preoccupied with thoughts about Nina and Kent.
- Alec is motivated to finish the mask to avoid being sent to the Homework Room by his parents.
- He sketches a mask based on a pirate illustration from Treasure Island.
- Alec experiences conflicting emotions about Nina and Kent, feeling a desire to challenge Kent to a sword fight.
- While working on the mask, Alec starts to feel better about himself and his situation with Nina and Kent.
- Alec observes Kent interacting with Nina and starts to feel insecure about his position with Nina.
- Nina approaches Alec and asks for snacks, leading to a casual conversation between them.
- Nina shares her experience of avoiding Kent and his attempts to interact with her.
- Alec and Nina have a lighthearted conversation about Kent's comments, with Nina finding them amusing.
- Alec and Nina share snacks and engage in a friendly interaction.
- Alec continues to feel conflicted about his feelings for Nina and his rivalry with Kent.
Navigating Middle School Drama
- Nina and Jason engage in a conversation about books, including "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" and "A Long Walk to Water."
- Alec becomes irritated by their conversation, feeling left out and annoyed.
- Alec's brother interrupts him, asking him to answer the phone.
- Nina confronts Alec about his behavior at the club table, expressing her disappointment in his treatment of Jason.
- Alec becomes defensive, but Nina insists that he was unkind and hurtful.
- Alec reveals that Kent had punished Jason by making him join the "Losers Club" and had sent him over to their table to keep an eye on Nina.
- Nina apologizes for yelling at Alec and explains that she already apologized to Jason on his behalf.
- Nina shares that Jason is choosing to stay with them rather than return to Kent's group, indicating that Alec's company is preferred.
- Nina hints at her awareness of the tension between Alec and Kent, suggesting jealousy on Kent's part.
- Alec denies Kent's jealousy, but Nina calmly insists that she is only stating what she observes.
- The phone conversation ends with a hint of tension between Alec and Nina regarding their friendship and Kent's involvement.
- The interaction between Alec and Nina reveals underlying tensions and dynamics within their social circle, highlighting the complexities of middle school relationships.
The Kickball Challenge
- Alec invites Julia and Sarah to join the reading club he helped start.
- The club, called the Losers Club, focuses on reading for fun without book reports or quizzes.
- Alec joins a kickball game and makes a bet with the opposing team captain, Kent.
- If Alec scores a run, Kent must join the Losers Club for a week and read a book of Alec's choice.
- If Alec fails to score, he must stay in Active Games for a week and let Kent beat him at kickball daily.
- Alec and Kent engage in a handshake battle, with Alec displaying unexpected strength.
- Alec's team, the Losers, starts the game with a strong kick from Eddie, resulting in a runner at first base.
- Alec surprises himself by leading a chant for his team, the Losers, after the first successful kick.
- The second kicker on Alec's team fails to make a good kick, resulting in an easy out for Kent's team.
- Kent starts cheering for his team, the Champs, as they prepare to take their turn.
- The story sets the stage for a high-stakes kickball game between Alec's Losers and Kent's Champs.
- The text captures the tension and rivalry between Alec and Kent as they prepare to face off in the game.
Alec's Book Club Dilemma
- Alec, a boy, is reading "Julie of the Wolves," a book his mom recommended, and is enjoying it, but feels pressured to read other "boy" books like "Hatchet" and "The Call of the Wild."
- His friend Nina notices him reading "Julie of the Wolves" and expresses surprise that he is interested in a book with "girl stuff."
- Nina's support makes Alec feel good about himself and their friendship, and he decides to thank his mom for making him read the book.
- Alec realizes that books are orderly and dependable, unlike real life, and he contemplates the messy nature of real life and his feelings for Nina.
- The Losers Club, a book club Alec started, faces pressure from its members to change its name before an upcoming open house at school.
- The club members feel uncomfortable with the name "Losers Club" and worry about the impression it will give at the open house, especially in front of their parents and the whole school.
- Alec's mentor, Mrs. Case, also dislikes the name of the club and suggests changing it.
- Some club members, including Alec, defend the original name, while others feel the need to change it to avoid being labeled as losers.
- Alec wishes Nina was there to support him during the discussion about changing the club's name, but she is not present as she is playing Wiffle ball.
- The club members also feel pressure to come up with an activity for the open house, as other clubs are preparing performances or presentations.
- Alec is torn between his loyalty to the original name of the club and the pressure from its members, Mrs. Case, and the need to prepare for the open house.
- The discussion about the club's name and the pressure to come up with an activity for the open house creates tension and uncertainty within the Losers Club.
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