Directions: On your own paper you need to answer the following questions. You do not have to write the questions but you must answer in complete sentences. Remember to always include part of the question stem in your answers. Also make sure that you include textual evidence from the novel.
Comprehension Questions
01. If August could have one wish, what would it be?
02. What grade will August be in soon?
03. Why hasn’t August been to school before?
04. How many surgeries has August has since he was born?
05. How old is Via?
06. What did August’s mom say she noticed about him when she saw him for the first time?
07. What were some of the reasons August’s mom gave for wanting him to go to school?
08. What is the name of his new principal?
09. What happened when Mrs. Garcia saw August?
10. Why did August grow his hair out?
11. Which elective has August chosen to take?
12. What is August’s dog’s name?
13. How do the people in August’s neighborhood treat him?
14. What did Henry do when he was forced to sit near August?
15. What did Charlotte share with the class about herself?
Critical Thinking Questions
01. Why did the room get quiet when August was born?
02. What does August reading Dragon Rider at the age of six tell us about him?
03. How do you think August felt when Jack held the door for him, looked him in the face, and smiled at him?
04. Why does the whole family want to walk August to school? (p. 35-36)
05. Based on his behavior both in and away from school, what kind of student do you think August will be?