Meet Kit - American Girl by Valerie Tripp True and False

Kit is a very skilled typist

Kit's dad is always very pleased when Kit gives him one of her newspapers

Ruthie and Kit are writing a newspaper for Ruthie's dad

Kit uses all her fingers to type on the typewriter

Stirling's favorite baseball player is Ernie Lombardi because he's the biggest guy on the Cincinnati Reds.

Kit's room was painted pink, so she couldn't put the newspaper article about Ernie Lombardi back on her wall.

Stirling's eyes were colorless.

Kit's mother wouldn't let her put the newspaper article about Ernie Lombardi back up on her wall.

Kit accidentally hits Mrs. Howard with the door, causing a commotion

Mother scolds Kit for the accident, blaming her for the mess

Kit types a headline 'It's Not Fair' and explains the teacup incident in her article

Kit goes outside to wait for her dad and reads a book about Robin Hood

Charlie advises Kit not to bother their dad with the newspaper

Kit feels frustrated and insists on her perspective, leading to a serious conversation between Charlie and her

Kit's dad is very pleased when Kit gives him one of her newspapers

Ruthie is the one who joins Kit and questions her about the newspaper

Kit searches for a newspaper article with a photo of Schnozz in her room

Kit feels unjustly accused and decides to write a special newspaper for her dad

Kit accidentally hits Mrs. Howard with the door, causing a commotion

Kit uses a typewriter to write her newspaper article

Kit decides to give up dancing lessons and buying new things to save money

Ruthie offers practical solutions to help Kit's family with their financial crisis

Kit's father finds a new job to resolve the financial crisis

Uncle Hendrick arrives and warmly greets Kit before putting her through a quiz

The text highlights Kit's passive approach to problem-solving

The story focuses on the family's resilience in the face of financial adversity

Kit and Ruthie consider the option of their family moving to a farm if they run out of money

Kit's father's struggle to find a new job leaves the family feeling encouraged

Kit and Ruthie discuss the possibility of creating a support system for their families during challenging times

The text portrays Uncle Hendrick as a warm and friendly character

Kit and Ruthie seek solace and support from each other during difficult times

The story emphasizes the importance of coping mechanisms in dealing with financial crises

Charlie reveals to Kit that their dad is closing down his car dealership due to the Depression

Dad kept the news from them to avoid worrying them

Dad used his own savings to keep paying his employees' salaries

There is uncertainty about what their dad will do next

The family might face the risk of losing their house due to mortgage payments

Charlie informs Kit that he won't be able to go to college anymore due to their family's financial situation

Charlie emphasizes that life isn't fair and there's no one to blame for their situation

Kit feels an odd sensation and fears for their future

Charlie tells Kit about their dad's job loss because she's part of the family and deserves to know

Kit feels grateful to Charlie for treating her like a grownup

Kit witnesses her dad's discouraged demeanor as he returns home

Kit confronts her dad about the family's situation and offers her support

Kit's family invested in a car dealership

Uncle Hendrick approves of the idea of taking in boarders

Mother plans to move Stirling and his mother into Kit's room

Ruthie is upset about Kit having to move to the attic

Kit is apprehensive about the idea of strangers living in their home

Mother is determined to proceed with the plan without involving the family in the decision

Kit's dad is supportive of the idea of taking in boarders

Mother's innovative idea involves rearranging sleeping arrangements

Kit's uncle is supportive of the idea of taking in boarders

Mother's plan to accommodate boarders involves moving Stirling and his mother into the attic

Ruthie is indifferent about Kit having to move out of her room

Kit is resentful towards Stirling for having to move out of her room

Kit's dad paid the bank $25 each month as part of the money they owed for borrowing it to buy the house.

Ruthie and Kit live in Cincinnati and worry about how they will get food when their money runs out.

Ruthie suggests that Kit's family might have to move to a farm if they run out of money.

Kit's dad used up most of his savings to pay his salesmen as long as he could, so there won't be any money left in his savings.

Kit's mother plans to rent out the guest room to schoolteachers or nurses to make money.

Kit is asked to move to the attic to make room for Stirling and his mother.

Ruthie tries to console Kit, pointing out the positives of the attic.

Kit's mother is too busy with the boarders to help Kit fix up the attic.

Kit is deeply affected by the changes in her life, including her father's job loss and potential loss of their house.

Kit finds inspiration in the attic and feels excited about something she wants to do.

Stirling offers Kit a box of her belongings and a tack for her photo, showing kindness.

Kit's journey in the attic represents her struggle to adapt to change and find her place in a rapidly transforming world.

Kit finds only old and useless items in the attic, feeling overwhelmed by sadness.

Kit is left alone to explore and work on the attic, finding solace in the freedom to do as she pleases.

Kit's room was painted pink, so she couldn't put the newspaper article about Ernie Lombardi back on her wall.

Ruthie is indifferent about Kit having to move out of her room.

Mother's innovative idea involves rearranging sleeping arrangements

Kit's dad is supportive of the idea of taking in boarders

Uncle Hendrick approves of the idea of taking in boarders

Mother's plan to accommodate boarders involves moving Stirling and his mother into the attic

The family might face the risk of losing their house due to mortgage payments

Charlie reveals to Kit that their dad is closing down his car dealership due to the Depression

Kit's family invested in a car dealership

Dad kept the news from them to avoid worrying them

Kit's dad is always very pleased when Kit gives him one of her newspapers

Dad used his own savings to keep paying his employees' salaries

Charlie informs Kit that he won't be able to go to college anymore due to their family's financial situation

There is uncertainty about what their dad will do next

President Herbert Hoover's inaction during the Depression caused loss of confidence in the government and leadership.

The International Apple Shippers Association attempted to alleviate unemployment by selling apples, but the initiative was short-lived and unsuccessful.

1932 marked the lowest point of the Great Depression, with high unemployment and a bleak outlook for the future.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt's election in November 1932 brought hope for change, as Americans sought leadership to lead them out of the Depression.

Roosevelt's election was met with both support and skepticism, as some feared he would worsen the country's situation.

The Great Depression had a profound impact on the economy, society, and people's daily lives, leading to widespread poverty, unemployment, and a desperate need for change.

In the 1920s, stock values went up, leading to increased spending and investment, but some people bought stocks on credit and went into debt.

The economy grew out of balance, with business profits rising while wages remained low, leading to increasing debt and decreased consumer spending.

On October 29, 1929, known as Black Tuesday, the stock market crashed, causing widespread financial devastation.

The stock market crash led to bank failures, business closures, and mass unemployment, plunging families into poverty.

The Depression led to widespread reliance on charity, with many families and children struggling to meet basic needs.

Despite the hardships, people sought escape through entertainment, such as radio shows and affordable movie theaters.

Kit's mother encourages Kit to not stay up late reading

The Depression caused widespread financial crisis, leading to job losses and homelessness

The 1920s saw the rise of mass production, increased car sales, and a booming stock market

Families often moved in together or turned their homes into boarding houses

Many people became homeless and wandered in search of food and jobs

The causes of the Great Depression were rooted in the 1920s, a time of economic growth and prosperity

People coped with the Depression by planting gardens, raising animals, and finding creative ways to save money

Kit shares her admiration for Robin Hood and her plans for a secret escape in the attic

Kit helps with household chores, cleans the attic, and divides it into different alcoves for her interests

Kit and her mother discuss the impact of the Depression and the need for change and hard work

Kit's mother praises her for turning the attic into her own space

The text gives a glimpse into America in 1934 during the Great Depression

Life During the Great Depression is set in a time of economic prosperity and stability