Max's Family Dynamics and School Life
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What was the primary source of Max's immediate anxiety?

  • His mother's emphasis on study skills
  • The move to Brussels (correct)
  • His parents' blame regarding the bike incident
  • His sister's academic achievements
  • How did Claire, Max's sister, contribute to his emotional state?

  • By encouraging him to improve his study habits
  • By implying he would fail academically (correct)
  • By expressing sympathy and offering support
  • By ignoring him completely
  • Which incident further complicated Max's situation?

  • His mother's career as a learning specialist
  • His father's participation in the Marine Corps Marathon
  • The eighth grader's bike accident and his parents' reaction (correct)
  • His near-failing grades in several subjects
  • How does Max perceive his parents' attitude toward his feelings?

    <p>Indifferent and uncaring (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does Ms. Krantz play in Max's life?

    <p>An academic advisor focusing on practical skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Max's feelings of being trapped

    Max felt confined by his parents' decision to move.

    Claire's academic pressure

    Claire excelled academically, aiming for top universities.

    Ms. Krantz's role

    Max's mother hired a learning specialist to help him succeed.

    Impulsiveness in learning

    Ms. Krantz emphasized reducing impulsive behaviors for study success.

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    Bike incident repercussions

    A bike accident led to Max being blamed by his parents.

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    Study Notes

    Max's Day and Feelings

    • Max felt something was wrong with his parents' actions
    • He saw his parents in a cafe; they were different
    • Max thought he was going to American school.
    • Max's sister was texting
    • Max wanted to yell at his sister for not being there for him

    Max's Family and Plans

    • Max's parents were moving to Brussels.
    • They were moving because Max's father was going to be a defense consultant for NATO.
    • Max's sister was trying to help him get through the situation and had given him strategies.

    Max's School and Work

    • Max failed many subjects but scored well in history.
    • Max's parents hired a learning specialist.
    • The specialist focused on Max's study habits and impulse control.
    • Max's incident with a bike with a child.

    Max's Family Discussion

    • Max's parents were disagreeing and his mom was worried about him.
    • They were concerned about his lack of adventure.
    • His mom noticed that Max was feeling trapped.
    • Claire did not agree or support max thoughts.

    Max's Mood and Feelings

    • Max was feeling distressed and confused
    • Max was angry
    • Max's parents had told him that he wasn't allowed to take risks.
    • Max felt as though his family wasn't supportive.

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    Explore the challenges Max faces with his family during a big move, along with his academic struggles. Discover how his relationships with his parents and sister, combined with his educational setbacks, influence his feelings. This quiz dives into themes of family, change, and personal growth.

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