Understanding August's Journey in 'Wonder'

The transcript is a narrative from August, a 10-year-old who feels ordinary inside but is perceived as different due to his appearance. He wishes for a normal face to avoid unwanted attention. August's family, especially his sister Via, are protective of him. Despite their support, August feels that only he sees himself as ordinary. The narrative explores themes of self-perception, family dynamics, and the desire for acceptance.

What is the main theme introduced in the beginning of 'Wonder' by R.J. Palacio?

• Adventure and exploration

• The life of an ordinary child

• The challenges of being different

• A journey through space

What are some activities that August mentions to describe his ordinary life?

• Traveling and painting

• Eating ice cream and riding a bike

• Playing chess and reading

• Swimming and hiking

What does August wish for if he found a magic lamp?

• To be a superhero

• To travel the world

• To have a normal face

• To be the smartest kid in school

How does August feel about the way people react to his appearance?

• He is always angry about it

• He finds it amusing

• He is used to it and pretends not to notice

• He is completely unaware of it

How does Via react when people are rude to August?

• She walks away

• She laughs it off

• She gets annoyed and confronts them

• She ignores them

What is the perception of August's family towards him?

• They see him as ordinary

• They see him as extraordinary

• They are embarrassed

• They are indifferent

What does August reveal about his appearance?

• He describes it in detail

• He says it's probably worse than imagined

• He says he looks like everyone else

• He refuses to talk about it