Understanding Via's School Experience

August and his mom visit the school, where they meet Mr. Tushman and Mrs. Garcia. They discuss the school environment, including baby chicks in science class. August is shown around by students Jack, Julian, and Charlotte. As they prepare to leave, August's mom uses a pretext to exit, and they say their goodbyes. Mr. Tushman expresses his eagerness to have August as a student.

Who was Mom talking to when they returned to the office?

• Mr. Tushman

• Mrs. Garcia

• Jack

• Julian

What was Mrs. Garcia's reaction when she saw August and his mom?

• She smiled

• She frowned

• She was surprised

• She ignored them

What did August wonder about Jack, Julian, and Charlotte?

• If they were leaving soon

• If they wanted to be friends

• What they had been told about him

• If they liked him

What happens to the baby chicks in the science class at the end of the school year?

• They are kept in the school

• They are released into the wild

• They are donated to a farm

• They are given to students

What did Mr. Tushman ask August regarding the school tour?

• If he met the principal

• If he liked the cafeteria

• If he wanted to see more

• If he wanted to see the art room

What did Charlotte suddenly remember during the tour?

• They forgot to show the gym

• They forgot to show the library

• They forgot to show the cafeteria

• They forgot to show the art room

What was the reason Mom gave for leaving the school tour?

• They had to pick up Via

• They had to meet Dad

• They had another appointment

• They were late for lunch

Which school is Via starting in the fall?

• Faulkner High School

• Eastside High School

• Westside High School

• Northside High School

How did August feel as he left the school?

• Nervous

• Indifferent

• Excited

• Mixed emotions