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At the science fair, everyone crowded around the giant model volcano. Smoke poured from the top, and the crowd cheered when red lava began to flow. In the corner, however, Liam stood by his own project—a quiet, small machine that hummed softly. Few people noticed it.
What project did everyone crowd around?
Giant model volcano
At the science fair, everyone crowded around the giant model volcano. Smoke poured from the top, and the crowd cheered when red lava began to flow. In the corner, however, Liam stood by his own project—a quiet, small machine that hummed softly. Few people noticed it.
How do you think Liam felt when people ignored his project?
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The old train station had been abandoned for years. Dust covered the benches where travelers once sat, and broken boards covered the ticket windows. Still, every morning, a man in a brown coat stood near the platform, staring down the empty tracks.
What color was the man’s coat?
Brown
At the science fair, everyone crowded around the giant model volcano. Smoke poured from the top, and the crowd cheered when red lava began to flow. In the corner, however, Liam stood by his own project—a quiet, small machine that hummed softly. Few people noticed it.
What might this suggest about how people react to flashy vs. quiet achievements?
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Maria slammed her locker shut and hurried down the hall. Her math book was still inside, but she didn’t care. She just needed to get to the bathroom before anyone noticed the tears in her eyes.
What item did Maria leave in her locker?
Math book
Maria slammed her locker shut and hurried down the hall. Her math book was still inside, but she didn’t care. She just needed to get to the bathroom before anyone noticed the tears in her eyes.
Why do you think Maria was crying?
Bad grade
Argument with teacher/ friend
A problem at home
Maria slammed her locker shut and hurried down the hall. Her math book was still inside, but she didn’t care. She just needed to get to the bathroom before anyone noticed the tears in her eyes.
Where was Maria going?
Maria slammed her locker shut and hurried down the hall. Her math book was still inside, but she didn’t care. She just needed to get to the bathroom before anyone noticed the tears in her eyes.
What might this tell you about how she feels about math/ school?
She is not enjoying it