1.
Who leaves notes in Julian's locker?
Correct Answer
B. August and Jack Will
Explanation
August and Jack Will leave notes in Julian's locker.
2.
What did Auggie call his hearing aids?
Correct Answer
A. Lobot hearing aids
Explanation
Auggie called his hearing aids "Lobot hearing aids" because Lobot is a character from the Star Wars franchise who wears cybernetic implants on his head that resemble hearing aids. Auggie, being a fan of Star Wars, named his own hearing aids after this character.
3.
What did Via and Mrs. Pullman get into an argument about?
Correct Answer
C. The school play
Explanation
Via and Mrs. Pullman got into an argument about the school play.
4.
What event made Auggie's dad cry?
Correct Answer
D. Daisy's sad vet visit
Explanation
In the book "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio, Auggie's dad is shown as a strong and resilient character. He rarely shows his emotions, especially in front of his children. However, when Daisy, the family's beloved dog, had a sad vet visit, it was a heartbreaking moment for everyone. Auggie's dad's love for Daisy and his inability to protect her from pain made him cry. This event shows the deep bond between the family members and their love for their pet.
5.
Who comes and greets Auggie as he loses track of his family at the school play?
Correct Answer
B. Miranda
6.
How does Auggie feel about his new hearing aids at first?
Correct Answer
B. Angry and said he wouldn't wear them
Explanation
At first, Auggie feels angry and refuses to wear his new hearing aids. He expresses his dislike for them and insists that he won't wear them.
7.
The quote that R.J. Palacio opens Part 6 with is from which Shakespearean play?
Correct Answer
Hamlet
Explanation
The quote that R.J. Palacio opens Part 6 with is from the Shakespearean play "Hamlet."
8.
Auggie and his mother discuss life after death in Part 6. Who previously had Auggie discussed this notion with?
Correct Answer
Summer
Explanation
Auggie previously discussed the notion of life after death with Summer.
9.
The author uses what type of Figurative Language when she has Auggie's compare Julian to a Kid's Bop commercial?
Correct Answer
simile
Explanation
The author uses a simile to compare Julian to a Kid's Bop commercial. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words "like" or "as". In this case, the author is highlighting the similarity between Julian and a Kid's Bop commercial, implying that Julian is flashy, attention-seeking, and perhaps superficial, just like the commercials for the popular children's music brand.
10.
Auggie finds a __________ on his desk the day after he joked with Maya and Ellie.
Correct Answer
ugly doll key chain
Explanation
Auggie finds an ugly doll key chain on his desk the day after he joked with Maya and Ellie. This suggests that Maya and Ellie might have left the key chain as a prank or a playful gesture in response to their joking. The presence of the key chain indicates a connection between the joke and the gift, implying that Maya and Ellie wanted to continue the playful interaction with Auggie by leaving the key chain on his desk.
11.
The gift left behind by Maya and Ellie illustrates that most students are still not accepting Auggie in their social circles.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The gift left behind by Maya and Ellie does not necessarily illustrate that most students are still not accepting Auggie in their social circles. The given statement is based on an assumption and there is no evidence or context provided to support this claim. Therefore, the answer is false as it cannot be concluded from the information given.
12.
What does Miranda lie about at camp?
Correct Answer
A. She lies about her family.
Explanation
Miranda lies about her family at camp. This means that she is not truthful about her family background or the details she shares about her family. It is unclear why she lies about her family, but it could be because she wants to fit in or impress her peers.
13.
What are Miranda's true feelings about Via?
Correct Answer
D. Miranda likes Via.
Explanation
Miranda's true feelings about Via are that she likes her. This is evident from the given options where it is stated that Miranda is scared if she's friends with Via, no one will like her anymore, and Miranda doesn't want to be friends with Via because of Auggie. These options imply that Miranda values her friendship with Via and is concerned about their relationship. The option stating that Miranda hates Via contradicts the given information. Therefore, the correct answer is that Miranda likes Via.
14.
What does Miranda lie about to Mr. Davenport?
Correct Answer
B. Miranda says she feels sick.
Explanation
Miranda lies to Mr. Davenport by saying that she feels sick. This could be because she wants to avoid performing or participating in something that she is not comfortable with or does not want to do. By pretending to be sick, she hopes to be excused from the activity or event.
15.
Which of Miranda's family members came to the school play?
Correct Answer
D. No family member came
Explanation
The correct answer is "No family member came." This is because the question asks which of Miranda's family members came to the school play, and the options provided state that Miranda's mom, dad, and Zach came. However, the answer states that no family member came, indicating that none of the options provided are correct.
16.
What made Miranda happy at the end of the school play?
Correct Answer
C. Miranda was invited to dinner with Via's family
Explanation
Miranda was happy at the end of the school play because she was invited to dinner with Via's family. This suggests that Miranda felt included and accepted by Via's family, which brought her joy and happiness.
17.
Miranda joins the theater elective primarily because she sees ______ name on the list.
Correct Answer
Via's
Explanation
Miranda joins the theater elective primarily because she sees Via's name on the list. This suggests that Miranda is influenced or motivated by Via's presence or reputation in the theater elective. It could imply that Miranda admires Via's acting skills or wants to be part of the same group as Via. Seeing Via's name on the list may have convinced Miranda that joining the theater elective would be a good decision.
18.
Miranda says she watched_________ just so she could talk to Auggie about "aliens and bounty hunters and all that."
Correct Answer
Star Wars
Explanation
Miranda watched Star Wars so she could have a conversation with Auggie about "aliens and bounty hunters and all that." This suggests that Star Wars is a popular and well-known franchise that features these elements, making it a suitable topic for discussion with Auggie.
19.
The author opens Part 7 with a quote from what song?
Correct Answer
Beautiful Things
Explanation
The author opens Part 7 with a quote from the song "Beautiful Things".
20.
Mr. Davenport says that the school cannot perform the play ________ and switches to the play ________.
Correct Answer
The Elephant Man
Our Town
21.
Miranda calls the Pullmans to say hello to Auggie; her nickname for him is "________." Auggie tells her that he is going to a regular school now, and also tells her about the new friends he has made. She tells him to say hello to ________ for her.
Correct Answer
Major Tom
Via
Explanation
Miranda calls the Pullmans to say hello to Auggie and refers to him as "Major Tom." Auggie then tells Miranda that he is attending a regular school now and mentions the new friends he has made. Miranda asks Auggie to say hello to "Via" for her.
22.
Miranda proves her worth by the end of Part 7 when she acts selflessly in order to help her old friend. Miranda then goes to dinner with the Pullmans showing that, for true friends, it is possible to pick up where you left off. Via forgives Miranda, just as Auggie forgave Jack, underscoring the link between forgiveness and friendship that is central __________ to Wonder.
HINT: This is a literary element. Think back to your Power of Ideas packets from the beginning of the year.
Correct Answer
theme
Explanation
The correct answer is theme. The given explanation suggests that the actions of Miranda, her selflessness, and her reconciliation with Via highlight a theme in the book "Wonder." This theme could be about the power of forgiveness and how it strengthens friendships. The passage underscores the idea that true friends can overcome past conflicts and continue their relationship, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness in maintaining strong bonds.
23.
Why doesn't August want to bring his Star Wars duffel to the Boarwood Nature Reserve?
Correct Answer
C. August decides he doesn't want to be known for Star Wars.
Explanation
August decides he doesn't want to be known for Star Wars because he wants to avoid being teased by Julian.
24.
What does Auggie leave for his mom when he goes on the trip?
Correct Answer
B. Baboo
Explanation
Auggie leaves Baboo for his mom when he goes on the trip.
25.
What movie is August excited to see at the nature reserve?
Correct Answer
A. The Sound of Music
Explanation
August is excited to see The Sound of Music at the nature reserve.
26.
Why do August and Jack Will go into the woods?
Correct Answer
D. The bathroom lines were long.
Explanation
August and Jack Will go into the woods because the bathroom lines were long. This suggests that they needed to find an alternative solution to relieve themselves.
27.
What happens when Jack Will and August are in the woods? HINT: Choose the BEST answer.
Correct Answer
C. Other students start picking on Auggie, and there is a fight.
28.
What does Auggie lose while on the trip?
Correct Answer
A. His hearing aids
Explanation
Auggie loses his hearing aids while on the trip.
29.
Once again, Auggie was called several ugly "names" in the woods. What did Eddie call Auggie and was a character from Lord of the Rings?
Correct Answer
Gollum
Explanation
Eddie called Auggie "Gollum," which is a character from Lord of the Rings. Gollum is known for being ugly and having a distorted appearance, which is likely why Eddie used that name to insult Auggie.
30.
The fight in the woods is a pivotal moment in the book, to a large extent because of the way Auggie handles it. Though the kids from the other school make fun of his face, Auggie does not let such insults get to him the way he has in the past. Even more important, however, is how Henry, Miles, and Amos -- kids who had previously been on Julian's side in the "war" -- now stand up for Auggie. This is a symbolic moment, because it shows that everyone in school who matters has accepted Auggie as one of their own.
Thinking back to the beginning of the year when we learned about the stages of the Plot Diagram - which stage should this scene in the woods be included?
HINT: My "ski mountain" sketch on the front white board; Is the most exciting part and turning point of the story.
Correct Answer
Climax
Explanation
The scene in the woods where Auggie is defended by Henry, Miles, and Amos can be considered the climax of the story. It is the most exciting and pivotal moment because it represents a turning point for Auggie. This is when he finally stands up for himself and gains the acceptance and support of his peers. It symbolizes a shift in the dynamics of the school and marks the moment when Auggie is fully embraced as part of the community.
31.
_________has been ousted after the school trip and is no longer amongst the popular crowd.
Correct Answer
Julian
Explanation
Julian has been ousted after the school trip and is no longer amongst the popular crowd. This means that Julian was once part of the popular group but has now been removed or excluded from it.
32.
________ is the antagonist of the novel while ________ is the protagonist.
Correct Answer
Julian
August
Explanation
In the given question, the correct answer is "Julian, August". This means that Julian is the antagonist of the novel, while August is the protagonist. The antagonist is typically the character who opposes or creates conflict for the protagonist, while the protagonist is the main character around whom the story revolves. Therefore, in this novel, Julian plays the role of the antagonist, while August is the protagonist.
33.
___________ instructs students to "always try to be a little kinder than necessary".
Correct Answer
Mr. Tushman
Explanation
Mr. Tushman is the person who instructs students to "always try to be a little kinder than necessary".