Discovery of Intelligence

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What happens to wood when minerals soak into it according to Arnold?

The minerals melt the wood and glue.

The wood remains unchanged but minerals take the place of the wood. (correct)

The wood turns into rocks.

The minerals dissolve the wood completely.

Why did Gordy raise his hand in class?

To ask a question to Mr. Dodge.

To share a story about his summer vacation.

To correct Arnold's explanation on petrified wood. (correct)

To tease Arnold along with the other classmates.

Why did Dodge suddenly become pale when Gordy spoke up in class?

Because he was embarrassed by his own lack of expertise.

Because he finally accepted the truth from Gordy. (correct)

Because he was impressed by Gordy's knowledge.

Because he realized he made a mistake in his teaching.

What reflects the lack of proper science education in small-town schools according to the text?

The shortage of real science teachers. Signup and view all the answers

How did Arnold feel after being treated like an idiot by both classmates and teachers?

Reminiscent of when people thought he was smart. Signup and view all the answers

What did the narrator learn about himself during the difficult time?

He was smarter than most of the white kids in his class. Signup and view all the answers

What subject did the narrator excel in, showcasing his intelligence?

Geology Signup and view all the answers

How did the narrator's classmates react when he contradicted the teacher in geology class?

They couldn't believe he was challenging the teacher. Signup and view all the answers

What was Mr. Dodge's reaction when the narrator corrected him about petrified wood?

He got angry and turned red. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Mr. Dodge surprised when the narrator raised his hand in class?

The narrator had never raised his hand before in class. Signup and view all the answers

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What happens to wood when minerals soak into it according to Arnold?

Why did Gordy raise his hand in class?

Why did Dodge suddenly become pale when Gordy spoke up in class?

What reflects the lack of proper science education in small-town schools according to the text?

How did Arnold feel after being treated like an idiot by both classmates and teachers?

What did the narrator learn about himself during the difficult time?

What subject did the narrator excel in, showcasing his intelligence?

How did the narrator's classmates react when he contradicted the teacher in geology class?

What was Mr. Dodge's reaction when the narrator corrected him about petrified wood?

Why was Mr. Dodge surprised when the narrator raised his hand in class?

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