The Strange Case of Origami Yoda Multiple Choice Questions

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What is the main concern of the narrator regarding Origami Yoda?

Whether Origami Yoda can provide solid scientific evidence.

Whether Origami Yoda has the ability to see the future and use the Force. (correct)

Whether Origami Yoda is a real finger puppet made of paper.

Whether to take the advice of Origami Yoda regarding a girl named Sara.

Why did the narrator compile stories of people who received help from Origami Yoda?

To entertain himself with interesting stories.

To gather scientific evidence about the abilities of Origami Yoda. (correct)

To prove that Origami Yoda is just a hoax.

To study the impact of Origami Yoda on McQuarrie Middle School.

Who is Harvey and what is his stance on Origami Yoda?

Harvey is a scientist studying Origami Yoda's impact on the school.

Harvey is a skeptic who does not believe in Origami Yoda. (correct)

Harvey is the narrator's friend who believes in the abilities of Origami Yoda.

Harvey is the creator of Origami Yoda and believes in its powers.

What is the narrator's dilemma regarding Origami Yoda's advice?

Whether to risk making a fool of himself for a girl named Sara based on Origami Yoda's advice. Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight insist Tommy should seek advice from?

His paper Yoda finger puppet Signup and view all the answers

Who witnesses Hannah kissing a taller seventh-grader, Mark?

Tommy Signup and view all the answers

Who dismisses the idea of magic and questions the credibility of Origami Yoda's advice?

Harvey Signup and view all the answers

Who records the events involving Origami Yoda but expresses reluctance to write them down?

Kellen Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the narrative involving the characters' interactions and conflicts?

The credibility of Origami Yoda's advice Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy consider doing at the PTA Fun Night?

Asking Hannah to dance Signup and view all the answers

Who claims that Origami Yoda saved Tommy from embarrassment?

Dwight Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy start to believe in regarding Origami Yoda?

Wisdom and influence Signup and view all the answers

Who is conflicted about whether to believe in magic but acknowledges the positive impact of Origami Yoda's advice?

Tommy Signup and view all the answers

Who expresses reluctance to write down the events involving Origami Yoda?

Kellen Signup and view all the answers

What impact does Origami Yoda's advice have on Tommy's decisions?

Significant Signup and view all the answers

Who initially finds Origami Yoda's advice embarrassing?

Some Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the 'total loser' by others in the story?

Dwight Signup and view all the answers

What makes Dwight's version of Origami Yoda unique?

He created it himself without downloading instructions Signup and view all the answers

Where does the story take place?

At the monthly PTA Fun Night in the school cafeteria Signup and view all the answers

Who encourages the narrator to ask a girl named Hannah to dance at the Fun Night?

Kellen and Harvey Signup and view all the answers

What is Dwight's behavior that makes him a social outcast in the eyes of others?

His tendency to talk to Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

Why do the narrator and their friends struggle to find the confidence to ask girls to dance at the Fun Night?

They are shy Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the narrator in the story?

Solving the mystery of Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

Who is the origami master of the school?

Dwight Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting for the events to unfold in the story?

Monthly PTA Fun Night in the school cafeteria Signup and view all the answers

What is the attitude of the narrator's friends towards Dwight's embarrassing behavior at the Fun Night?

Embarrassed Signup and view all the answers

What do the narrator and their friends usually do at the monthly PTA Fun Night?

Sit on the edge of the stage Signup and view all the answers

Who also wants to help with the investigation of the strange events happening in the story?

Kellen Signup and view all the answers

What does the protagonist hope to achieve in softball?

Hit a home run and be a hero Signup and view all the answers

Who does the protagonist seek advice from for help with softball?

Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does Yoda warn against when advising the protagonist?

Hate and revenge leading to the dark side Signup and view all the answers

How does the protagonist feel about Yoda's response to his frustrations?

Mocked Signup and view all the answers

What does the protagonist try to do during a P.E. game to improve his performance?

Clear his mind as Yoda suggested Signup and view all the answers

How does the protagonist react when he still strikes out despite trying to follow Yoda's advice?

Feels confused and disappointed Signup and view all the answers

What progress does the protagonist show in managing his emotions during the game?

Refrains from swinging at high pitches Signup and view all the answers

What realization does the protagonist have about players like Tater Tot?

He questions why he should hate them Signup and view all the answers

What themes are explored in the text?

Seeking guidance and managing emotions Signup and view all the answers

What does the protagonist realize about his emotional progress during the game?

He didn't cry or make a scene Signup and view all the answers

What does the protagonist's journey in the text reflect?

Struggle to overcome personal challenges Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight suggest to Kellen as a solution to the pee stain on his pants?

Wetting all of Kellen's pants to remove the appearance of a pee stain Signup and view all the answers

What is Kellen's main concern if he is late for homeroom again?

Potential in-school suspension Signup and view all the answers

Who does Kellen credit for the successful advice in dealing with the pee stain?

Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative hint at regarding Origami Yoda's impact?

Another instance of Origami Yoda's impact in P.E. class Signup and view all the answers

What does the book explore regarding Origami Yoda's influence?

The transformative influence of Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does Kellen's friend Lance refuse to do when Kellen asks for help?

To help him cover up the pee stain Signup and view all the answers

How does Kellen avoid punishment for the pee stain incident?

By following Dwight's advice and arriving at homeroom just in time Signup and view all the answers

What arises over the effectiveness of Origami Yoda's guidance?

A debate Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative suggest about Dwight's advice through Origami Yoda?

It proves valuable Signup and view all the answers

What does Kellen discover on his pants before school?

A 'pee stain' Signup and view all the answers

What does Kellen fear if he is late for homeroom again?

Potential in-school suspension Signup and view all the answers

What does Kellen believe about Origami Yoda's potential?

It has the potential to change lives Signup and view all the answers

What did Harvey suggest when Dwight came to the lunch table?

Harvey suggested voting for Lance to stay and Dwight to leave. Signup and view all the answers

What was Kellen's response when Harvey called Dwight a 'giant goober'?

Kellen defended Dwight, saying he's not that bad. Signup and view all the answers

What did Tommy say when asked to vote on whether Lance should stay at the table?

Tommy reluctantly suggested that Lance should stay. Signup and view all the answers

What was Lance's response when Tommy suggested that he should stay at the table?

Lance declined the offer to stay. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cassie try to do with the broken Shakespeare head?

Fix it using fake Play-Doh Signup and view all the answers

Who advises Cassie to seek guidance from Origami Yoda?

Dwight Signup and view all the answers

What does Cassie question about Dwight's wisdom?

Whether it comes from Origami Yoda or from his own thoughts Signup and view all the answers

What dilemma does Cassie face regarding watching an R-rated movie?

Whether to watch it with her classmates or not Signup and view all the answers

What influences Cassie and Dwight's decision-making processes?

Their need for approval and conformity Signup and view all the answers

Who does Cassie seek advice from about the movie predicament?

Dwight and Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Snider find about the replacement Shakespeare head?

Humorous and not upsetting Signup and view all the answers

Who notices the broken Shakespeare head in Cassie's backpack?

Dwight Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight express a desire to do despite advising Cassie against it?

Watch the R-rated movie Signup and view all the answers

What does Cassie contemplate doing with the broken Shakespeare head?

Getting rid of it Signup and view all the answers

What does Cassie question about Dwight's behavior?

Whether it comes from Origami Yoda or from his own thoughts Signup and view all the answers

What does Cassie try to replace the broken Shakespeare head with?

A makeshift one made from fake Play-Doh Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy fear will happen after breaking Mr. Snider’s Shakespeare head?

He fears punishment, but no one notices Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight do that makes him a social outcast?

Making a loud knuckle-popping sound and acting like a jerk when people are nice to him Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight suggest Tommy should seek advice from?

Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy list as the Top 10 weirdest things Dwight has done?

Lying on library floors and wearing the same T-shirt for a month Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight wear to school until the principal makes him stop?

A cape Signup and view all the answers

What is Tommy's main concern about the broken Shakespeare head?

He fears punishment, but no one notices Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight ask a Native American about?

Pre-Columbus underwear Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight do when people are nice to him?

Acts like a jerk Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy do after Dwight leaves, feeling unsure if Dwight overheard or is just weird?

Lists the Top 10 weirdest things Dwight has done Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy feel after Dwight leaves, feeling unsure if Dwight overheard or is just weird?

Barfy Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight do that leaves others unsure if he's funny or just nuts?

Asks a Native American about pre-Columbus underwear Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy struggle with as a new student?

Finding friends and activities to do before school Signup and view all the answers

What does Quavondo do in response to being called 'Cheeto Hog' by his classmates?

Seeks advice from Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight, speaking through the Yoda puppet, instruct Quavondo to do?

Buy Cheetos for everyone at an upcoming assembly Signup and view all the answers

How much does Quavondo spend on purchasing 120 bags of Cheetos for the entire sixth grade?

$63.48 Signup and view all the answers

What does the story primarily highlight about Quavondo's actions?

His attempt to change his social status through a unique and unexpected act Signup and view all the answers

Who eventually allows Quavondo to get the Cheetos despite warning against wasting money on food?

Mr. Howell, the teacher Signup and view all the answers

What becomes a topic of discussion among Quavondo's classmates?

Quavondo's actions Signup and view all the answers

What does Quavondo's purchase from the vending machine lead to?

A confrontation with Mr. Howell, the teacher Signup and view all the answers

What does Quavondo bring to school in preparation for the assembly featuring Mr. Good Clean Fun?

Cheetos Signup and view all the answers

What does Quavondo's plan to distribute Cheetos at the assembly begin to have?

An impact Signup and view all the answers

Who initially refuses to help Quavondo but later provides advice through the Yoda puppet?

Dwight, the owner of Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does Quavondo become the target of after purchasing Cheetos from a vending machine on a school trip?

Ridicule, being called 'Cheeto Hog' by his classmates Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Howell warn Quavondo against after allowing him to get the Cheetos?

Wasting money on food Signup and view all the answers

What does Harvey suggest about Origami Yoda's wrong answer to Marcie?

It was a deliberate Jedi Mind Trick to make her lose Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the story regarding Origami Yoda's influence?

The power of belief and potential for manipulation Signup and view all the answers

What word does Origami Yoda provide to Marcie for the spelling bee?

mulked Signup and view all the answers

How does Marcie feel after not winning the spelling bee?

Betrayed and calling Origami Yoda a fraud Signup and view all the answers

What does Harvey express skepticism about regarding Origami Yoda's abilities?

The authenticity of Origami Yoda's magical powers Signup and view all the answers

What do Dwight's classmates believe in regarding Origami Yoda?

Its magical powers to make predictions and give advice Signup and view all the answers

What does the story primarily explore in relation to Origami Yoda's influence?

The power of belief and the potential for manipulation Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight use Origami Yoda for?

To make predictions and give advice Signup and view all the answers

What does the story leave uncertain about Origami Yoda's abilities?

The true nature of its powers Signup and view all the answers

What does Marcie ask Origami Yoda for help with?

The school spelling bee Signup and view all the answers

What does Harvey question about Origami Yoda's wrong answer to Marcie?

Whether it was a deliberate Jedi Mind Trick Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme explored in the story regarding Origami Yoda's influence?

The power of belief and the potential for manipulation Signup and view all the answers

What are the two kinds of yelling described in the text?

A yell but not all that loud and a yell where you're so mad you don't care about looking silly Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight do after yelling 'JERK'?

He stomps out of the library before the librarian arrives Signup and view all the answers

How does the protagonist feel about Dwight's sweater vest?

He thinks it's ugly and tells Dwight so Signup and view all the answers

What does the librarian lecture the protagonist about?

Kids treating the library like a playground Signup and view all the answers

What does the protagonist fear will happen if he asks Sara to dance?

She will say no and start giggling with her friends Signup and view all the answers

What does the protagonist consider doing for the first time?

Asking a girl to dance Signup and view all the answers

What does the protagonist hope to achieve by asking Sara to dance?

Overcoming his fear of rejection Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy seek advice from Origami Yoda about?

His confusion about a girl Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight do under pressure?

Tears up Origami Yoda and throws it away Signup and view all the answers

Who makes their own Origami Yoda, claiming it's better than Dwight's?

Harvey Signup and view all the answers

What prediction causes embarrassment to Tommy?

The new Origami Yoda 'predicts' that the girl dislikes Tommy Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy show to his friends, claiming it gives better advice?

A real Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

Who expresses embarrassment and creates their own Origami Yoda?

Harvey Signup and view all the answers

What does Kellen ask a question about to the new Origami Yoda?

A girl Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy apologize to his friends for?

The situation with the new Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does the new Origami Yoda cause in addition to embarrassment?

Disbelief in its accuracy Signup and view all the answers

What impresses Tommy and Kellen about Harvey's creation?

Harvey's Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy confront Dwight about?

His behavior Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy try to get from Dwight through Origami Yoda at lunch?

An explanation Signup and view all the answers

What ethical dilemma arises in the story?

Whether using Origami Yoda's predictions for a pop quiz is considered cheating Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator speculate about regarding Dwight's abilities?

Dwight having extrasensory perception due to Origami Yoda's accurate predictions Signup and view all the answers

What does Kellen credit Origami Yoda with?

Saving his life Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator confess to the teacher?

Knowing about the pop quiz in advance Signup and view all the answers

What realization does the protagonist have about the pop quiz?

The teacher decided the quiz before class Signup and view all the answers

What concern does Harvey express about Origami Yoda's predictions?

The ethical implications and responsibility that comes with its perceived power Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the group's discussion?

The ethical dilemma of using Origami Yoda's predictions Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy insist on telling a story about?

A pop quiz prediction by Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator initially do poorly in due to illness?

The pop quiz on leaf parts Signup and view all the answers

What does Kellen credit Origami Yoda with saving him from?

Embarrassment Signup and view all the answers

What does the group do despite the ethical dilemma?

Studies for the pop quiz based on Origami Yoda's prediction Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator speculate about regarding Dwight's abilities?

Dwight having extrasensory perception due to Origami Yoda's accurate predictions Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight claim about Harvey's Yoda?

It is based on a popular online pattern Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy struggle with in the story?

Choosing between Harvey and Dwight's perspectives Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight propose to settle the dispute about Sara's feelings?

A duel between the Yodas Signup and view all the answers

Why does Tommy feel pressured to make a decision?

To choose between Harvey and Dwight Signup and view all the answers

What is Tommy hesitant to believe in?

Origami Yoda's advice Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy reflect on regarding Harvey and Dwight?

Harvey's criticism and his own behavior towards Dwight Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy initially refuse but later decides to believe in?

Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy feel conflicted about?

Making a decision based on Sara's feelings Signup and view all the answers

What does Harvey try to do to Dwight's Yoda?

Crumple it Signup and view all the answers

Who proposes a duel between the Yodas?

Dwight Signup and view all the answers

What does Tommy fear will happen after breaking Mr. Snider’s Shakespeare head?

He will get in trouble Signup and view all the answers

What does Dwight do after yelling 'JERK'?

He seeks advice from Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the story regarding Origami Yoda's advice?

Providing unhelpful and sometimes nonsensical responses to important questions Signup and view all the answers

Who does the narrator seek advice from regarding Sara's feelings?

Origami Yoda Signup and view all the answers

What does the story illustrate about seeking advice from unconventional sources like Origami Yoda?

It does not always provide the desired clarity or assistance Signup and view all the answers

What does the interaction with Dwight and Origami Yoda highlight?

The narrator's struggle with understanding Sara's feelings Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme explored in the story regarding seeking advice and understanding feelings in adolescence?

The challenges and complexities of seeking advice and understanding feelings Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative emphasize about Origami Yoda's responses to questions?

They have been irritating and unhelpful Signup and view all the answers

What does the story illustrate about the impact of seeking advice from supposedly magical sources?

It does not always provide the desired clarity or assistance Signup and view all the answers

What does the protagonist struggle with in the story?

Understanding Sara's feelings Signup and view all the answers

What does the story underscore about seeking guidance from unconventional methods like Origami Yoda?

The challenges and complexities of seeking advice and understanding feelings in adolescence Signup and view all the answers

What does the story emphasize about the characters' experience when seeking guidance from Origami Yoda?

The disappointment and confusion resulting from unhelpful and sometimes nonsensical responses Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of seeking advice from a supposedly magical source like Origami Yoda?

It does not always provide the desired clarity or assistance Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Origami Yoda and the Embarrassing Stain

Kellen discovers a "pee stain" on his pants before school and tries to cover it up
Kellen's friend Lance refuses to help him, leaving Kellen in a time crunch
Kellen cannot be late for homeroom again due to potential in-school suspension
Dwight suggests wetting all of Kellen's pants to remove the appearance of a pee stain
Kellen follows Dwight's advice and arrives at homeroom just in time
Kellen avoids punishment, and no one suspects he peed in his pants
Kellen credits Origami Yoda for the successful advice
A debate arises over the effectiveness of Origami Yoda's guidance
Despite Dwight's shortcomings, his advice through Origami Yoda proves valuable
The story hints at another instance of Origami Yoda's impact in P.E. class
The narrative suggests that Origami Yoda has the potential to change lives
The book explores the transformative influence of Origami Yoda

Origami Yoda and the Cheeto Hog

Quavondo seeks Origami Yoda's advice after being teased for buying Cheetos from a vending machine on a school trip
Quavondo's purchase from the vending machine leads to a confrontation with Mr. Howell, the teacher
Mr. Howell eventually allows Quavondo to get the Cheetos but warns against wasting money on food
Quavondo becomes the target of ridicule, being called "Cheeto Hog" by his classmates
Quavondo decides to seek advice from Origami Yoda, but Dwight, the owner of Origami Yoda, initially refuses
Dwight, speaking through the Yoda puppet, instructs Quavondo to buy Cheetos for everyone at an upcoming assembly
Quavondo purchases 120 bags of Cheetos for the entire sixth grade, spending $63.48
Quavondo brings the Cheetos to school and prepares for the assembly featuring Mr. Good Clean Fun
Quavondo's actions become a topic of discussion among his classmates
Quavondo's plan to distribute Cheetos at the assembly begins to have an impact
The text showcases Quavondo's journey of dealing with teasing and seeking advice from Origami Yoda
The story highlights Quavondo's attempt to change his social status through a unique and unexpected act

The Power of Origami Yoda

Origami Yoda is a paper finger puppet with a Yoda voice, believed by some to have magical powers
Dwight, a character in the story, uses Origami Yoda to make predictions and give advice
Dwight's classmates believe in Origami Yoda's powers, seeking answers to their problems
An eighth-grader, Marcie, turns to Origami Yoda for help with the school spelling bee
Marcie asks Origami Yoda for a winning word, which it promises to reveal the next day
The next day, Origami Yoda provides a word, "mulked," which Marcie believes is the key to winning
However, Marcie does not win the spelling bee, feeling betrayed and calling Origami Yoda a fraud
Another character, Harvey, also expresses skepticism about Origami Yoda's abilities
Harvey questions whether Origami Yoda's wrong answer was a deliberate Jedi Mind Trick to make Marcie lose
Harvey suggests that Dwight or Origami Yoda purposely gave Marcie the wrong word to make her lose
Harvey and others believe that looking up the word "mulct" in a dictionary would have revealed the trick
The story explores the power of belief and the potential for manipulation, leaving the true nature of Origami Yoda's abilities uncertain

Origami Yoda and the Pop Quiz

Harvey asked Yoda who would get kicked off American Idol and Yoda predicted Terrell, who was indeed eliminated.
Dwight's knowledge of American Idol is questioned as he is not allowed to watch TV, raising the possibility of Origami Yoda's ability to see the future.
Tommy insists on telling a story where Amy, Rhondella, and the narrator encounter Dwight's Yoda persona and Kellen mentions a pop quiz prediction by Origami Yoda.
Kellen credits Origami Yoda with saving his life, leading to a discussion on whether using its predictions is ethical.
The group debates if using Origami Yoda's prediction for the pop quiz is considered cheating.
Despite the ethical dilemma, the group studies for the pop quiz based on Origami Yoda's prediction.
The pop quiz on leaf parts is announced in science class, and those who studied with Origami Yoda's prediction score well.
The narrator feels guilty and confesses to the teacher about knowing about the pop quiz in advance, but the teacher denies deciding before class.
The narrator speculates about the possibility of Dwight having extrasensory perception due to Origami Yoda's accurate predictions.
The narrator retakes the pop quiz and scores a 96 after initially doing poorly due to illness.
Harvey expresses concern about the ethical implications of using Origami Yoda's predictions and the responsibility that comes with its perceived power.

Origami Yoda's Unsuccessful Answers

Kellen continuously urges the narrator to ask Origami Yoda a question, leading to an embarrassing encounter with Dwight and Yoda
Some of Yoda's responses to questions have been irritating and unhelpful, causing the questioner to feel unsatisfied
Examples of unsatisfactory answers include recommending to read a book for a video game hint, suggesting a bald hairstyle, and showing ignorance about Star Wars
Yoda's answers to questions about finding a lost jacket, Dwight's nose-picking, and Sara's feelings are also unhelpful and frustrating
The narrator seeks Yoda's advice on whether Sara likes him, feeling insecure about her interactions with another boy named Tater Tot
The narrator's lunchtime conversation with Dwight involves seeking Yoda's guidance on Sara's feelings, leading to further confusion and frustration
Dwight's unhelpful responses and evasiveness irritate the narrator, making the situation more challenging
The interaction highlights the narrator's struggle with understanding Sara's feelings and the role of Origami Yoda in providing guidance
The story emphasizes the disappointment and confusion resulting from Origami Yoda's unhelpful and sometimes nonsensical responses to important questions
The narrative illustrates the impact of seeking advice from a supposedly magical source, which does not always provide the desired clarity or assistance
The text portrays the frustration and confusion experienced by the characters when seeking meaningful guidance from Origami Yoda
The story underscores the challenges and complexities of seeking advice and understanding feelings in adolescence, particularly when using unconventional methods like Origami Yoda

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