What does the teacher tell Nat to when he sits beside him?
You know a good many things which they don't,
What's something he gives as an example?
You can keep your temper.
Which student can't?
Jack.
But what is he good at?
Numbers.
And what's something else he said Nat could do?
Play the violin.
Can any of the other kids?
No.
Do they want to?
Very much.
What else does he do?
Really care to learn something.
Does he think learning will become more simple for him?
Yes,
What day was this?
Monday.
What time of day?
Morning.
Where was Nat?
School.
Did he feel anxious?
Yes.
What was he afraid of?
He should have to display his ignorance.
Where did he go to sit down?
In the deep window.
What made him thankful for sitting there?
He could turn his back on the others.
What else?
No one could hear his blunders.
And lastly?
No one could see he blotted his copybook.
Who gave him that seat?
Mr. Bhaer.
What did he tell Nat not to do?
Work so hard.