CHARACTERS
Who did not go to school until the 5th grade due to several surgeries?
AUGUST (aka AUGGIE)
How does this book relate to "Don't judge a book by its cover"?
Discussion within group
What costume does Auggie wear on Halloween
What does Jack learn about Auggie?
He is smart, funny and he actually wants to be his friend
Who is a bully, rich, and does things to make the teachers like him?
JULIAN
What is a phobia?
an irrational fear of a situation
Who read War and Peace?
OLIVIA (aka VIA)
Why is this book told in many people's point of view?
Everyone has a story to tell
What is the name of the girl who sits with August in the cafeteria?
Summer
What is Auggie's favorite celebration?
HALLOWEEN
Who had recently divorced parents, was jealous of Via's family and dyed her hair pink?
MIRANDA
What is a catastrophe?
Disaster or fiasco
Who is Auggie's friend that moves away?
Christopher
What is the difference in how Auggie sees himself and how others see him?
Discussion
How does Jack Will feel about losing Auggie's friendship?
Sad and confused
What is the favorite movie of August?
STAR WARS
What did Julian assume about Auggie when first meeting him?
What does ovation mean?
enthusiastic, prolonged applause
What is the name of the boyfriend who wants to be part of Via's family?
JUSTIN
How are masks important in Wonder?
They mask all your insecurities
What is the name of August's principal?
Mr. Tushman (aka "Tushy" as Auggie's family calls him)
How many surgeries did August have?
27 surgeries
How did the students at Auggie's school first react to him?
They were cruel
What does inherited mean?
passes through genetic transmission
Who does Jack punch for calling Auggie a freak?
Julian
Why is Justin an important character?
gives an outside look into the Pullman family and gives Via the attention she wants.
What is the theme of Mr. Tushman's graduation speech?
People should be KIND (KINDER THAN NEEDED)
What is the theme of the book, Wonder?
Growing up
How do Auggie's classmates treat him at the end of the year?
They protect him and learn he is funny
What is verbosity?
Wordiness