Wonder (Story Elements)

The main THEMES of this novel are...

• kindness, diversity, self-importance

• good vs. bad

• fear and losing hope

• wealth and power

(character traits) Auggie took his Star Wars poster off the wall, he left Baboo at home, he cut his hair, and didn't want his parents kissing him at graduation. These are all examples of...

• Auggie growing up and maturing

• Auggie babyish

• Auggie being immature

• ALL of the above

(character traits) Mr. and Mrs. Pullman could best be described as...

• annoying

• hateful

• involved parents with positive attitudes

• annoyed that their son has a disorder

(character) Within the Awards section of the book, it says, “Mr. Tushman’s voice cracked a bit, like he got all choked up.” What does this suggest about Mr. Tushman’s mood?

• he thought it was funny

• he was getting emotional

• he was worried and nervous

• he was mad at the students

What point of view is this book told from?

• 1st person - story is being told by the narrator/character

• 2nd person - talking to/at the reader

• 3rd person - story is being told about the narrator/character

What was the CLIMAX in the story Wonder? Remember, the climax is the point in the story where the characters are changing and becasue of an important event in the plot.

• The Halloween incident at school

• The fight at the nature retreat

• Graduation

• When Auggie went to school the first day

(setting) What is the school Auggie attends?

• Arcanum Butler Middle School

• Falkner High School

• Beecher Prep Middle School

• Amesfort Avenue School

(character) Why was Auggie considered a Medical Wonder?

• he has a rare disease

• he went through numerous surgeries and survived

• he survived the first night he was born

• ALL of the above

What was the author's purpose was for writing Wonder?

• to inform readers like you about cranial facial disorders

• to teach readers the meaning of kindness and compassion

• to introduce readers to Auggie

• to tell a funny story to kids

What important role does Beecher Prep play throughout the story? (choose the BEST two answers)

• it's the first school Auggie attends

• it is located on Amesfort Avenue

• Auggie can learn more about science, his favorite subject

• Beecher Prep is where Auggie learns what it means to have true friends