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Why did Suds think Joey was a troublemaker?
Why did Suds think Joey was a troublemaker?
What happened after Joey found out who Gerald Willis was?
What happened after Joey found out who Gerald Willis was?
What was the main reason Suds was upset about Joey telling Judy that he loved her?
What was the main reason Suds was upset about Joey telling Judy that he loved her?
What did Joey do after he crashed into Gerald Willis on the slide,?
What did Joey do after he crashed into Gerald Willis on the slide,?
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Which of these predictions about the next day at school did Suds' mom make? Select all that apply.
Which of these predictions about the next day at school did Suds' mom make? Select all that apply.
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What nicknames were used for first and second graders at Sud’s school?
What nicknames were used for first and second graders at Sud’s school?
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How did Suds feel about the nickname for the third graders?
How did Suds feel about the nickname for the third graders?
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According to Judy, how did she define angels?
According to Judy, how did she define angels?
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What was the reaction of Mrs. Simms when asked if everyone received the prize?
What was the reaction of Mrs. Simms when asked if everyone received the prize?
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What is required for the class to be considered good third grade angels according to Mrs. Simms?
What is required for the class to be considered good third grade angels according to Mrs. Simms?
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What did Suds notice about Judy while sitting behind her?
What did Suds notice about Judy while sitting behind her?
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How can students earn the angel prize, according to the class brainstormed ideas?
How can students earn the angel prize, according to the class brainstormed ideas?
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What was Suds' reaction after blurting out in class?
What was Suds' reaction after blurting out in class?
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Flashcards
Suds' view on Joey
Suds' view on Joey
Suds thinks Joey is a troublemaker because he misbehaves in class.
Joey's action with Gerald Willis
Joey's action with Gerald Willis
Joey yelled 'Geronimo' and crashed into Gerald on the slide.
Suds' feelings about Judy
Suds' feelings about Judy
Suds is upset when Joey tells Judy that he loves her.
Suds' predictions
Suds' predictions
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How Suds calms down
How Suds calms down
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Nicknames in Sud's School
Nicknames in Sud's School
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Suds' Feelings About Nicknames
Suds' Feelings About Nicknames
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Judy's Definition of Angel
Judy's Definition of Angel
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Suds' Surprise in Class
Suds' Surprise in Class
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Mrs. Simms on Angels
Mrs. Simms on Angels
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Prize for Boss Angel
Prize for Boss Angel
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Earning the Angel Prize
Earning the Angel Prize
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Suds Sits Behind Judy
Suds Sits Behind Judy
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Study Notes
Nicknames and Grade-Level Perceptions
- First-grade students were called "babies."
- Second-grade students were called "cats."
- Third-grade students were called "angles."
- Fourth-grade students were called "rats."
Suds' Feelings About Nicknames
- Suds disliked the nicknames for first and second grade (babies and cats), stating he did not want to be labeled as a baby or a cat.
- He liked the third-grade nickname ("angles") and expressed anticipation for being one.
Angel Definition and Interpretations
- Judy defined angels as perfect beings.
- Suds interpreted Judy's definition to mean she knew angels personally.
Suds' Reaction to Blurting Out
- Suds was surprised by his own outburst in class, as he had never acted this way before.
Mrs. Simms on Angels
- Mrs. Simms explained the difference between real angels and her third-grade "angles": real angels are flawless, while her students are striving to be like them but aren't perfect.
Third-Grade Angel Expectations
- Mrs. Simms expected students to try their best and behave as part of being good third-grade angels.
Boss Angel Prize
- The prize for being the "boss angel" is a yellow cardboard halo.
- The student is chosen to be the boss angel for a week and can take the halo home.
Earning the Angel Prize
- Students brainstorm ways to earn the "angel prize" including following rules, being kind, respectful, helping others, and demonstrating good behavior. Specifically, eating vegetables, washing ears, and loving the teacher.
Suds and Judy
- Suds chose to sit behind Judy because he liked her since first grade. He noticed her perfect ears.
Mrs. Simms and Billy Umberger
- Mrs. Simms responded to Billy's question about the prize by expressing the hope that everyone will get it, highlighting that all previous classes achieved this in her 12 years of teaching.
Suds' Question and Class Reaction
- Suds asked if Gerald Willis would receive the prize.
- The class reacted with gasps and looked at Suds.
- Joseph reacted by punching Suds and using playful taunting.
- Mrs. Simms responded directly to the question, clarifying that everyone would receive the prize.
Joey and Suds Discussion
- Joey asked Suds about the "Angel bunk". Suds didn’t respond due to not understanding the term "bunk".
- Suds didn't consider the angel theme "bunk".
Joey and Judy
- Joey remarked on Suds staring intensely at Judy, suggesting a potential crush. Adding that it was obvious Suds liked her.
Joey and Fourth Grade
- Joey preferred being a "rat" in fourth grade to being an "angel" in third grade.
- Suds disagreed, preferring to be an angel.
Joey and Gerald Willis
- Joey slid into Gerald Willis, crashed into him, stood on his shoulders, jumped, and then ran away.
Suds' First Day Feelings and Calming Down
- Suds felt a surge of anxiety on his first day of school.
- Suds used a bubble bath to calm himself down.
Suds' Opinion of Joey
- Suds perceived Joey as a troublemaker in class, due to his disruptive behavior of whispering, and talking like an older kid while not wanting to be an angel.
Suds and Joey's Feelings About Judy
- Suds was upset that Joey had told Judy that he liked her, because Suds didn't want anyone finding out that he liked Judy
Suds' Mom's Predictions
- Suds' mother predicted that Judy would continue to ignore Suds, that Suds would stop dwelling on his emotions, and that the class would forget about crushes because everyone would be too busy being angels.
Suds' Belief
- Suds believed that he would stop being anxious from the issue because his anxieties were gone.
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Description
Explore the perceptions and feelings of first to fourth-grade students regarding their nicknames and the interpretation of angels. This quiz delves into Suds' reaction to classroom dynamics and Mrs. Simms’ insights on the concept of angels versus 'angles'.
