Coming of Age (Book: Wonder)
What is the name of the main character in Wonder?
Auggie Pullman
What does the idiom “break the ice” mean?
To start a conversation or make people feel comfortable
What is a simile?
A comparison using “like” or “as”
What is the name of the longest river in the world?
The Nile
Treacher Collins syndrome
What does the slang term “lit” mean?
Something exciting or fun
What poetic device is used in the phrase “The wind whispered through the trees”?
Personification
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars
What lesson does the precept “When given the choice between being right or being kind, choose kind” teach?
The importance of kindness over being correct
What does the idiom “hit the nail on the head” mean?
To say exactly the right thing
What is the purpose of a poem’s theme?
To convey the central message or idea of the poem.
What is the name of the longest wall in the world?
The Great Wall of China
Who is Auggie’s best friend who stands by him despite the challenges?
Jack Will
What does the slang phrase “spill the tea” mean?
To share gossip or news
What is a metaphor?
A direct comparison between two unlike things without using “like” or “as”
Who discovered gravity after observing a falling apple?
Isaac Newton
Why is the novel called Wonder?
Because Auggie's resilience and humanity inspire others to see the world differently
What is the meaning of the idiom “piece of cake”?
Something that is very easy to do
What is the meaning of the phrase “Poetry reveals the emotions of the heart”?
Poetry expresses deep feelings and emotions that may be hard to communicate otherwise.
Which ocean is the deepest in the world?
The Pacific Ocean