Wonder: Part Three – Summer

What does Summer tell other kids when they ask why she hangs out with August?

• Summer tells them that August is a nice kid.

• She tell them that she has a crush on him.

• She tells them that August paid her.

• She tells them that the principal asked her to.

Why did Summer sit with August on the first day of school?

• She sat with him because she felt sorry for him.

• She wanted to copy his homework.

• She was assigned to sit with him by the teacher.

• She thought he was famous.

List three reasons that Summer likes hanging out with August.

• a. he's nice b. he's fun c. he likes to play games

• a. he's mean b. he's boring c. he doesn't like games

• a. he's quiet b. he's shy c. he doesn't talk much

• a. he's rude b. he's unfriendly c. he ignores her

In this chapter, Maya tells Summer about a game that kids are playing called “The Plague.” Explain what this game is.

• It is a game where anyone who accidentally touches August has only thirty seconds to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer. If you don’t, you will catch the Plague.

• It is a game where students try to avoid being seen by teachers in the hallway.

• It is a game where kids pretend to be doctors and treat imaginary patients.

• It is a game where everyone tries to tag each other as quickly as possible.

What does Summer think about the game (The Plague)?

• She enjoys playing.

• She thinks its dumb.

• She doesn't know about it.

• She tries to get others to join the game.

How did Summer feel when she got invited to Savanna’s Halloween party?

• scared

• nervous

• confused

• excited

What does August accuse Summer of? How does Summer react?

• August accuses Summer of lying to him, and Summer gets upset.

• August accuses Summer of being friends with him only for pity, and Summer gets mad at August for thinking that

• August accuses Summer of cheating on a test, and Summer apologizes.

• August accuses Summer of ignoring him, and Summer explains herself.

What does August learn about Summer when he goes to her house?

• He learns that her father was a platoon sergeant and he passed away. He learns she is biracial.

• He learns she has an older sister like him.

• He learns that her parents are getting a divorce.

• He learns that she really loves her pet cat.

How does August react when Summer asks about his face?

• He said it was no big deal and he joked about it.

• He got angry and refused to answer.

• He started crying and left the room.

• He ignored her and changed the subject.

What clue does Summer give to Jack when he asks why August is mad at him?

• Bleeding Scream

• Halloween Party

• Julian

• Lost Notebook