Classroom Lore
Silly Stats
T. Alex Tea
100

According to students, what does Teacher Alex actually mean when he calls a test "fun"?

It’s going to be really hard / "I want to see tears!"

100

Approximately what percentage wrote "Saddest part of your day" as your main catchphrase? (~40/50/60%)

~64%

100

Where is Teacher Alex's next destination?

Kuwait

200

What 5-letter geometry acronym is Teacher Alex's absolute favorite?

CPCTC (Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles are Congruent)

200

What math topic did some students list as their least favorite?

Quadratic Functions

200

Before arriving in Thailand, what job did Teacher Alex have?

Project Manager

300

Which basic algebra step do students forget the most?

Distributing the negative!

300

According to students, what accessory(s) does T. Alex wear or bring to class?

A bucket/sun hat or his favorite pen/clock

300

Students once bought Teacher Alex a replica of this superhero's iconic weapon.

Thor's Hammer

400

What alternative name is used in class for the classic FOIL method?

The "Smile Method"

400

Which class submitted the highest total number of responses?

M3/5

400

Who is Teacher Alex's favorite Greek god?

Apollo

500

What piece of classroom equipment did students vote the most likely to be annoying T. Alex?

TV pen

500

Which math topic came in #1 as the most popular favorite among all students?

Algebra

500

What is T. Alex's favorite flamenco band?

The Gypsy Kings