Childhood Friends and School Memories

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What is the main challenge Auggie is facing as he starts 5th grade?

He is worried he will be the only student who looks different (correct)

He is worried he won't make any friends

He is worried the work will be too difficult for him

He will be the only new student in his class

What does Auggie's mom say will be good for him about starting 5th grade?

He will have an easier time adjusting than he thinks

He will get to see a baby chick hatching in the science lab

He will learn things he wouldn't learn staying at home (correct)

He will make lots of new friends

What does Auggie's dad say about the principal's name, Mr. Tushman?

He says it's a common name and Auggie shouldn't worry about it

He thinks it's a silly name and wonders who would agree to have it (correct)

He says Auggie should try to get to know Mr. Tushman despite the name

He thinks it's a great name and suits the principal well

How does Auggie typically feel when his parents talk about him as a baby?

He feels nostalgic and wants to curl up and be hugged Signup and view all the answers

What does Auggie's mom suggest he do before deciding he doesn't want to go to 5th grade?

Meet the principal, Mr. Tushman Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason Auggie is reluctant to start 5th grade?

He is worried he will be the only one who looks different Signup and view all the answers

What was Auggie's initial reaction to going to Beecher Prep?

He was nervous and unsure about attending. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Auggie's parents have different views on whether he should go to Beecher Prep?

They were debating whether Auggie was ready for the social challenges of a new school. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Auggie generally try to avoid blocks with 'lots of kids roaming around'?

He was concerned about being bullied or teased by other children. Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about Auggie's relationship with his parents?

His parents were supportive and worked together to make the best decision for Auggie. Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about Auggie's familiarity with his own neighborhood?

He knew every detail of his neighborhood and felt comfortable there. Signup and view all the answers

How did Auggie feel about having his parents and sister walk him to school on his first day?

He was grateful and reassured to have their support. Signup and view all the answers

What was the narrator's main desire regarding going to school?

To be like every other kid going to school Signup and view all the answers

Why was the narrator able to see their best friend Christopher more than their friends Zachary and Alex?

Zachary and Alex started going to school Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the narrator's friendship with Christopher compared to Zachary and Alex?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Why did the narrator feel they were not invited to their friends' birthday parties as often?

The narrator's friends were too busy with their new friends Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason the narrator enjoys when their mom tells the story of how the narrator came to life?

It makes the narrator and their sibling laugh Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge the narrator faces in the text?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

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