The Wave Final Test

Front

What does Mr. Ross mean when he says, 'The students in the wave had made [me] more of a leader than [I] had ever wished to be'?

Back

It means that the students placed their trust in him without question, which led him to become their leader.

Front

What lesson did Mr. Ross intend to teach his students with The Wave?

Back

He intended to show them how easily people can be manipulated into following orders.

Front

What event prompted Mr. Ross to continue with The Wave despite his initial hesitation?

Back

The students arriving on time, seated, and ready to learn made him decide to continue.

Front

Why is the note Laurie receives anonymous in the story?

Back

The author of the note is scared to reveal their identity.

Front

What academic issue does Mr. Ross notice among students participating in The Wave?

Back

Students are memorizing facts but are unable to analyze or critically think about them.

Front

What is the primary theme of The Wave?

Back

The dangers of conformity and the ease of manipulation in group dynamics.

Front

How does The Wave affect the relationships among students?

Back

It creates divisions and fosters an environment of peer pressure and exclusion.

Front

What psychological principle is illustrated by The Wave experiment?

Back

The principle of groupthink, where the desire for harmony in a group leads to irrational decision-making.

Front

What role does authority play in The Wave?

Back

Authority is central, as Mr. Ross's position influences students' behavior and decisions.

Front

How does Mr. Ross's character evolve throughout The Wave?

Back

He transitions from a teacher to a more authoritarian figure, grappling with the consequences of his actions.