Characters
Who is the main character who writes for the school newspaper?
Laurie Saunders
What subject does Mr. Ross teach?
History
What is the Wave salute used for?
To show loyalty and recognize other members
What real historical movement does the Wave represent?
Hitler’s Germany/ WW2
What does "experiment" mean in the story?
A test or lesson Mr. Ross creates
Who starts the Wave experiment?
Mr. Ben Ross
Why does Laurie skip the Wave meeting in Chapter 6?
She doesn’t agree with the Wave anymore
Finish the slogan: "Strength through ______."
Discipline
What power does peer pressure have in the story?
It forces people to join even if they disagree
What does "unity" mean in the story?
Working together as one group
Who becomes Ben Ross’s “bodyguard”?
Robert Billings
What happens between Laurie and David in Chapter 9?
David pushes Laurie to the ground
Finish the slogan: "Strength through discipline, strength through ______."
Community
Why is freedom of thought important in the book?
People lose it when they join the Wave
What does it mean to feel "pressure"?
Being pushed to do something
Who is Laurie’s boyfriend?
David Collins
What do Wave members carry to show membership?
Yellow membership cards
What rule are Wave members told about working together?
Never work against another Wave member
How does the Wave show the danger of following a leader blindly?
People follow without thinking and hurt others
What does "anonymous" mean?
Without a name
Which character warns Ben that the Wave is dangerous?
Christy Ross
What do students see on the screen at the final Wave meeting?
A picture of Adolf Hitler
Why does Mr. Ross say discipline is important?
It helps them focus and work together
What message does the book give about personal responsibility?
Everyone must think for themselves and do what’s right
What does "discipline" mean in the Wave?
Self-control and following rules