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_______ is going to ______________.
_______ is going to ______________.
Ben, science class
Who is going to science class?
Who is going to science class?
Ben, Frankie, Jenny
_______ does not______. Ben feels...
_______ does not______. Ben feels...
Ben, have many friends, nervous
________ is _________.
________ is _________.
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What does Frankie say?
What does Frankie say?
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When do you __________?
When do you __________?
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Who is 'they'?
Who is 'they'?
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Where is the science teacher?
Where is the science teacher?
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Where is your friend from?
Where is your friend from?
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___ liked _______.
___ liked _______.
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Ben feels...
Ben feels...
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What does Ben do with the mouse?
What does Ben do with the mouse?
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What does the mouse do?
What does the mouse do?
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Ben feels...
Ben feels...
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Mrs. Tibbets is...
Mrs. Tibbets is...
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What did we learn about Ben?
What did we learn about Ben?
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How is the weather in Massachusetts today?
How is the weather in Massachusetts today?
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What is an ecosystem?
What is an ecosystem?
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What is a biome?
What is a biome?
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Study Notes
Chapter 1 Highlights
- Ben Moroney is a new student facing challenges in his new school environment.
- He feels nervous and has few friends, including Jenny and Ryan.
- The science teacher, Mrs. Tibbets, is unfamiliar to him, contributing to his anxiety.
Frankie’s Character
- Frankie is depicted as loud and mean, mocking Mrs. Tibbets by claiming she is very old.
- His behavior creates a tense atmosphere in the classroom.
Classroom Dynamics
- Ben exhibits curiosity about the new science teacher and the presence of mice in the classroom.
- The absence of the teacher leads to chaotic behavior among the students, who run and shout.
Personal History
- Ben hails from Tucson, Arizona, where he enjoyed visiting the museum and observing animals like snakes.
- He feels lonely after moving to Edenboro, Massachusetts, where he struggles to find similar wildlife.
Classmates
- Ryan, a classmate, seeks friendship with Ben despite appearing hyperactive and wearing an eye patch.
- Ben's mixed feelings toward Ryan indicate his struggle with social connections.
Mrs. Tibbets' Role
- Mrs. Tibbets establishes class rules despite the unruliness, suggesting a more nurturing than punitive approach.
- Upon finding the mice out of the cage, she instructs Ben to return them, showing her authority in the classroom.
Mood and Weather
- The weather in Massachusetts, specifically rain, affects Ben’s mood and he senses its frequent occurrence.
Project on Ecosystems and Biomes
- The project introduced by Mrs. Kutcher emphasizes the importance of ecosystems, which include all living and non-living elements in an environment.
- Biomes are defined as large areas with consistent weather patterns and flora, setting the foundation for environmental studies in the classroom.
Jenny's Friendship
- Ben's friend Jenny is characterized as intelligent and friendly, contrasting with Ben’s initial loneliness and anxiety about his new school life.
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