Wonder Chapter 17-20

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Questions and Answers

What was the protagonist's next class after the bell rang?

History, room 456

Science, room 123

Math, room 321

English, room 321 (correct)

Where did the protagonist choose to sit in the English class?

Next to the teacher's desk

In the middle of the classroom

As far from the front as possible (correct)

Next to Jack

What was the teacher's name in the English class?

Mr. Browne (correct)

Mr. Smith

Mr. White

Mr. Black

What did Mr. Browne write on the chalkboard in big block letters?

P-R-E-C-E-P-T Signup and view all the answers

Who was joking around with some kids who weren’t in the protagonist's homeroom?

Jack Signup and view all the answers

Who did the protagonist notice in the English class?

Charlotte Signup and view all the answers

What was the protagonist doing while Mr. Browne was talking about the semester's plan?

Doodling in the notebook Signup and view all the answers

What did the other students do when the second bell rang?

Got quiet Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist notice about Jack?

He had a lot of friends Signup and view all the answers

What was the protagonist's initial reaction when the bell rang?

Zoomed out of the class Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do upon entering the English class?

Sat down as far from the front as possible Signup and view all the answers

What was the protagonist doing while the kids were coming in and talking in little groups?

Didn’t look up Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Browne define as precepts?

Rules about really important things Signup and view all the answers

According to Mr. Browne, what is the most important thing of all?

Who we are Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Browne's September precept advise?

Choose kind over being right Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Browne instruct the students to start in their notebooks?

A section for Mr. Browne's Precepts Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Browne ask his students to do over the summer?

Come up with a personal precept and mail it to him Signup and view all the answers

What did the plaque next to the door of the school say?

Know Thyself Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Browne write in big block letters on the chalkboard as his precept?

When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Browne ask the students to do at the beginning of every month?

Write down a new precept in their notebooks Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Browne say is what the students are there to do?

Learn who they are Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Browne ask the students to do at the end of the month?

Write an essay about the precept and what it means to them Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Browne ask his students to do during the summer after coming up with their personal precept?

Write it on a postcard and mail it to him Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Browne say he asks his students to do over the summer?

Come up with their very own personal precept Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist realize about their eating habits at a birthday party?

They eat in a way that looks messy due to the food crumbs shooting out of their mouth. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of surgery did the protagonist have when they were a baby?

Cleft palate surgery Signup and view all the answers

Why did the kid at the birthday party get in trouble later?

For being rude to the protagonist Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do when they got home from the birthday party?

Went to the bathroom mirror and started eating a saltine cracker Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist have to do with their food due to their jaw-alignment surgery?

Chew food in the front of their mouth Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist realize about their eating habits at the birthday party?

They eat in a way that looks messy due to the food crumbs shooting out of their mouth. Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist notice about the table of girls in the text?

They were whispering about the protagonist and talking behind their hands Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist realize about their eating habits at the birthday party?

They eat in a way that looks messy due to the food crumbs shooting out of their mouth. Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do when they realized how they looked when chewing?

Went to the bathroom mirror and started eating a saltine cracker Signup and view all the answers

What did the lunchroom teacher say about seat-saving?

She mentioned that seat-saving was not allowed, but the rule was not enforced Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist's lunch consist of?

Cheese sandwich, graham crackers, and a juice box Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do when the lunchroom teacher started explaining the cafeteria rules?

The protagonist looked around to see where Jack Will was sitting Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist notice while opening their lunch bag?

The protagonist could tell they were being stared at without even looking up Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do when the kid in the next chair said, 'Oh, sorry, but somebody else is sitting here'?

The protagonist moved to an empty table and waited for everyone to finish stampeding Signup and view all the answers

What did the lunchroom scene look like when all the kids from fifth-grade classes poured into the cafeteria?

It was chaotic with kids talking loudly, bumping into each other, and running to different tables Signup and view all the answers

Why didn't the protagonist need to stand on line when their table was called?

Because the protagonist's mom had packed their lunch, so they didn't need to get lunch from the cafeteria Signup and view all the answers

What did the lunchroom teacher do as the kids were coming in and the teachers started calling the first few tables to get their trays?

The lunchroom teacher started telling the cafeteria rules Signup and view all the answers

What did the lunchroom teacher say about seat-saving?

No seat-saving allowed, but many students were still saving seats for their friends Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist's lunch consist of?

Cheese sandwich, graham crackers, and a juice box Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do when the lunchroom teacher started explaining the cafeteria rules?

Looked around to find where Jack Will was sitting Signup and view all the answers

What did the kid in the next chair say to the protagonist when they tried to sit at a table?

Sorry, but somebody else is sitting here Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do when their table was called to stand on line at the counter?

Didn't need to stand on line as they had packed lunch Signup and view all the answers

What did the lunch consist of?

Cheese sandwich, graham crackers, and a juice box Signup and view all the answers

What did the lunchroom teacher say when the kids were pouring into the cafeteria?

Something about no seat-saving allowed Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do while waiting for everyone to finish stampeding into the cafeteria?

Concentrated on opening the lunch bag and slowly opening the aluminum-foil wrapping of the sandwich Signup and view all the answers

What was the protagonist's name?

August Signup and view all the answers

What did Summer have on her T-shirt?

A purple peace sign Signup and view all the answers

What did Summer eat for lunch?

Mac and cheese Signup and view all the answers

What did the other girl carry over to the protagonist's table?

A lunch tray Signup and view all the answers

What did the other girl say when she asked Summer to come back to the table?

There's more room Signup and view all the answers

What did the other girl do when Summer invited the protagonist to sit with them?

She looked confused and left Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist realize about their names?

They are both months Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do after realizing the connection between their names?

Nodded Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist notice about the other girl?

She was whispering Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist notice about Summer's eyes when she pointed out the connection between their names?

They were wide open Signup and view all the answers

What did Summer suggest about the lunch table?

Only kids with summer-related names can sit there Signup and view all the answers

How did Summer justify including the name 'Maya' at the summer-only lunch table?

By stating that May is technically a spring name Signup and view all the answers

What was the protagonist's response to Summer's inclusion of the name 'Julian' at the lunch table?

Silent disagreement Signup and view all the answers

How did the protagonist justify including 'Reid' at the summer-only lunch table?

By associating 'Reid' with a reed of grass, a summer symbol Signup and view all the answers

What was Summer's response to the protagonist's justification for including 'Reid' at the lunch table?

Accepted the reasoning Signup and view all the answers

How did Summer justify including their teacher, Ms. Petosa, at the summer-only lunch table?

By connecting 'Petosa' to the word 'petal', associated with summer Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist contribute to including Jack Will at the summer-only lunch table?

Pointed out a way to turn 'Jack Will' into a sentence about summer Signup and view all the answers

What did Summer emphasize about allowing someone with a non-summer name to sit at their table?

They would still be allowed if they were nice Signup and view all the answers

How did the protagonist respond to Summer's emphasis on allowing someone with a non-summer name to sit at their table?

Nodded in agreement Signup and view all the answers

What did Summer look like, according to the text?

She had a tan and green eyes like a leaf Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist find a way to do regarding Jack Will's name?

Turn his name into a sentence about summer Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do when Summer tried to take the backpack?

Pulled the backpack away from Summer Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist compare their relationship with Summer to?

Beauty and the Beast Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do when their mom asked about Summer?

Expressed annoyance Signup and view all the answers

How did the protagonist feel about talking to their mom after school?

Annoyed Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do after comparing their relationship with Summer to 'Beauty and the Beast'?

Started running down the sidewalk Signup and view all the answers

How did the protagonist respond to their mom's comment about Summer being pretty?

Agreed with Mom Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist compare a rock to?

A soccer ball Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do after kicking the rock as hard as they could?

Started running after the rock Signup and view all the answers

How did the protagonist feel about their interaction with Summer?

Neutral Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist do when their mom asked about meeting Summer?

Kept the response short Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist compare themselves and Summer to?

Beauty and the Beast Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist's mother use to assess the protagonist's pain level?

One-to-ten scale Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist's mother do with the pain level information obtained using the one-to-ten scale?

She communicated it to the doctor Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist use to indicate the pain level on the one-to-ten scale?

Hand gestures Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist's mother do when the protagonist mentioned a pain level of 'five'?

She was surprised Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist's mother do after asking about the protagonist's day using the one-to-ten scale?

She hugged the protagonist Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist's mother ask about after inquiring about the protagonist's day using the one-to-ten scale?

About picking up a friend Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist's mother do while walking through the crowd of kids and parents after school?

She carried the protagonist's backpack Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist notice about the reactions of the other kids and parents while walking through the crowd after school?

They were pointing the protagonist out to each other Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist indicate as their pain level when asked about their day by their mother after school?

Three Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist's mother say about the protagonist's pain level after school?

It was better than expected Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

English Class Setting

The protagonist's next class was English after the bell rang.
In English class, the protagonist chose to sit in the back.
The teacher's name in the English class was Mr. Browne.
Mr. Browne wrote "PRECEPTS" in big block letters on the chalkboard.

Class Interactions

Jack was joking around with some kids not in the protagonist's homeroom.
The protagonist noticed Summer sitting in the English class.
While Mr. Browne discussed the semester's plan, the protagonist was doodling in their notebook.
When the second bell rang, the other students quieted down.

Observations and Reactions

The protagonist noticed Jack was acting silly and somewhat overconfident.
Initially, the protagonist felt anxious and fidgety when the bell rang.
Upon entering the English class, the protagonist took a seat and tried to avoid eye contact.
While kids were entering and chatting, the protagonist focused on their drawing.

Mr. Browne's Teachings

Mr. Browne defined precepts as guiding principles or rules for living.
According to Mr. Browne, the most important thing of all is to be kind.
Mr. Browne's September precept advised students to "When given the choice, choose kind."
Mr. Browne instructed students to start a new section in their notebooks titled "Precepts."
He asked students to come up with a personal precept for summer.

School Environment

The plaque next to the door of the school had a quote about kindness.
Mr. Browne asked students to bring their personal precepts to class at the beginning of each month.
He emphasized that students are there to learn and grow.
At the end of the month, he encouraged sharing their precepts with the class.

Lunchroom Experience

The protagonist realized they had dietary restrictions due to jaw-alignment surgery.
The kid at the birthday party got in trouble for making a scene.
After the birthday party, the protagonist went home and reflected on their eating habits.
The lunchroom teacher forbade seat-saving.
The protagonist's lunch included peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

Lunch Interaction

When the lunchroom teacher explained the cafeteria rules, the protagonist listened intently.
While opening their lunch bag, the protagonist noticed others were having different foods.
When another kid said someone else was sitting in the chair next to them, the protagonist moved on.
Fifth-graders poured in the cafeteria, creating a chaotic atmosphere.
The protagonist didn’t have to stand in line when their table was called due to being a designated table.

The scene in the lunchroom was bustling with kids and teachers managing the flow.
The lunchroom teacher reiterated rules about seat-saving.
The protagonist’s lunch consisted of simple, kid-friendly food.
When seated at their table, Summer engaged the protagonist with conversation.

Personal Connections

Summer sported a quirky T-shirt at lunch.
Summer offered her sandwich to the protagonist and invited her to sit with her.
The protagonist realized their names had a connection with Summer.
Upon realizing the name connection, the protagonist felt more at ease.

Lunch Table Conversations

Summer suggested inclusivity at the summer-only lunch table, bringing up names like 'Maya' and 'Julian.'
The protagonist justified including Jack Will on their summer lunch list.
Summer justified including Ms. Petosa, their teacher, showing an inclusive mindset.
The protagonist's reaction to Summer’s perspective was one of agreement, feeling welcomed.

Self-Reflection

The protagonist compared their evolving friendship with Summer to the fairy tale 'Beauty and the Beast.'
After school, they found a way to articulate feelings about Summer during a conversation with their mother.
The protagonist felt hesitant yet cheerful about discussing Summer with their mom.

Pain Management Conversation

The protagonist's mother used a one-to-ten scale to assess pain levels effectively.
When the protagonist indicated a pain level of 'five,' the mother expressed understanding.
After discussing the protagonist's day, she inquired about feelings towards summer activities.

After School Observations

The protagonist noticed varying reactions from other students and parents while leaving school.
When asked about their day, the protagonist indicated a pain level of 'three'.
The mother acknowledged the pain level, showing care towards her child’s feelings and experiences.

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