Day 1 Wonder

What is the main reason Auggie feels “different” from other kids?

• He has hobbies like riding a bike and playing video games.

• He looks different, which makes people stare.

• He has a difficult time making friends.

• He doesn’t want to go to school.

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Why does Auggie not want to go to a new school?

• He doesn’t want to leave his mom.

• He prefers homeschooling over public school.

• He feels nervous about how people will react to him.

• He doesn’t like the name of the school.

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What role does Auggie’s sister, Via, play in his life?

• She treats him like everyone else.

• She often ignores him.

• She defends him from others who are rude.

• She encourages him to skip school.

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In what way does Auggie feel "ordinary" inside?

• He does ordinary things like playing and riding a bike.

• He often wants to look different from everyone else.

• He doesn’t want friends or a social life.

• He dislikes his family for protecting him.

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Explain how the author’s use of first-person narration helps you understand Auggie’s character better.

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Why do you think the author included humorous moments (like the nurse story) in the narrative? What effect does this have on the tone of the story?

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True or False: Auggie has never gone to school because his parents didn’t think he was ready for the experience.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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True or False: Auggie wishes that people would notice him more when he walks down the street.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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In one to two sentences, explain why you think Auggie’s family is so supportive of him going to school despite his fear. How would you encourage a friend in a similar situation?