Wonder by R.J. Palacio: First Chapter Quiz

Study Notes

The story is about August, a boy who is about to start attending a new school, Beecher Prep, and is meeting with the director, Mr. Tushman, and his assistant, Mrs. Garcia.
August is nervous about starting school because he has a rare facial deformity and is worried about being teased or bullied.
Mr. Tushman has a unique and quirky office with a globe floating in the air and a Rubik's cube made of mirrors.
August's mom is present during the meeting and tries to reassure him that everything will be okay.
Mr. Tushman introduces August to three students who will be in his homeroom class: Jack Will, Julian, and Charlotte.
The students are tasked with giving August a tour of the school, showing him the classrooms, science labs, and other facilities.
August is nervous and hesitant to interact with the other students, but tries to make an effort to fit in.
Julian is portrayed as a bit of a jerk, making snide comments and asking rude questions about August's face.
Charlotte is more friendly and tries to include August in the conversation, explaining what homeroom is and what kind of activities they do in the performance space.
Jack Will seems more laid-back and tries to make an effort to connect with August, even smiling and whispering to him that Julian is a jerk.
August is initially hesitant to open up to the other students, but begins to feel more comfortable as the tour progresses.
The group visits the science lab, where Julian explains the different equipment and materials, and Charlotte talks about the play they put on last year.
August mentions that he's been homeschooled by his mom, which Julian finds hard to believe.
The group eventually makes their way to the library, where Jack tries to give August some advice about talking to people and making friends.
August smiles at Jack, and Jack smiles back, showing a moment of connection between the two.

Description

Test your understanding of the first chapter of Wonder by R.J. Palacio, where August, a boy with a rare facial deformity, starts attending a new school, Beecher Prep, and meets with the director and his assistant, and gets a tour of the school from three students, Jack, Julian, and Charlotte.