New Kid: Chapters 9-14

by Jerry Craft
In this graphic novel, an African-American seventh grader struggles to fit in at his new private school.
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  1. anaphylactic
    related to or caused by a severe allergic reaction
    One wrong move and BAM! Anaphylactic shock!!!
  2. arugula
    an edible, leafy green plant with a peppery or bitter taste
    Hungry?
    Sure, whatcha got?
    Watercress sandwiches with endive and arugula.
  3. charter
    engage for service under a term of contract
    The biggest winner had to be Cindy Marcus, whose dad chartered the space shuttle to ring in the new year in orbit.
  4. literally
    without exaggeration
    Her vacation was literally "out of this world"!
  5. minion
    a servile or fawning dependent
    Meanwhile, Andy went to Hawaii with his trusty minion Collin.
  6. petrified
    struck with fear and unable to move
    I'm petrified of wrestling and hockey...and don't get me started on squash!
  7. sustainable
    using methods that do not cause harm to the environment
    ...and by adding solar panels to all the trains...we can have a clean and sustainable railway system.
  8. humiliating
    causing embarrassment or awareness of your shortcomings
    Our first humiliating loss of the season.
  9. shortcoming
    a failing or deficiency
    But despite their shortcomings, they still want the best for Collin. Like sending him to a school like this.
  10. farce
    a comedy characterized by broad satire
    The Farce Awakens
  11. insecure
    lacking self-confidence or assurance
    Because most times those names come from insecure people who want me to feel as bad about myself as they do about themselves.
  12. insignificant
    of little importance or influence or power; of minor status
    They're saying that you're not even worth their time and are...INSIGNIFICANT!
  13. editorial
    of an article stating opinions or giving perspectives
    I don't see this as an attack at all. It's just a point of view. Like an editorial cartoon.
  14. embrace
    take up the cause of someone and use it as one's own
    You and Drew should be proud to be here. I know I am. Just embrace the school and allow it to embrace you back.
  15. vigilante
    a person who takes the law into his or her own hands
    And speaking of superheroes, don't forget my personal protector, Jordan Banks, defender of the universe! Mild-mannered cartoonist by day. Bloodthirsty vigilante by night.
Created on Wed Jun 18 18:12:22 EDT 2025 (updated Wed Jun 18 19:04:07 EDT 2025)

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