Classroom Dynamics and Social Interactions

The transcript covers a conversation among students discussing the difficulty of a science elective, a tour of the classroom, and a series of questions about a student's appearance. The dialogue includes clarifications about names and the use of language, highlighting issues of sensitivity and respect.

What does the science elective remind the narrator of?

• A math competition

• A history lesson

• A guest spot on Law and Order

• A science fair

What is the general perception of the science elective?

• It is fun

• It is boring

• It is supposedly very hard

• It is very easy

What is the main reason given for not spending much time in the science elective?

• It is not interesting

• It is not important

• It is supposedly very hard

• It is too easy

What items are mentioned as being in the classroom?

• Desks, chairs, and a whiteboard

• Desks, chairs, and an incubator

• Desks, chairs, and a projector

• Desks, chairs, and a computer

What does the narrator point out as being gross in the classroom?

• The desks

• The incubator

• The chairs

• The science posters

What does Jack say about his name?

• He prefers to be called by his first name only

• He doesn't like his name

• A lot of people call him by his first and last name

• He has a nickname he prefers

What inappropriate question does Julian ask Auggie?

• Why do you look sad?

• Why are you so quiet?

• What's the deal with your face?

• Why are you homeschooled?

How does Julian justify his inappropriate question?

• He says he didn't mean to be rude

• He says he thought Auggie was in a fire

• He says he was just curious

• He says Mr. Tushman allowed questions

What does Julian incorrectly assume about Auggie's appearance?

• That he had an accident

• That he was in a car crash

• That he was in a fire

• That he was born like that

What word does Julian correct Auggie on?

• Probably

• Certainly

• Definitely

• Supposedly