--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: So top grade's O for 'Outstanding,'\"…" description: "\"So top grade's O for 'Outstanding,'\" Hermione was saying, \"and then there's A-\" \"No, E,\" George corrected her, \"E for 'Exceeds Expectations.' And I've ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/932/anonymous-1_exam_so-top-grade-s-o-for-outstanding-hermion_696927.jpg" --- # So top grade's O for 'Outstanding,'" Hermione was saying… ![“So top grade's O for 'Outstanding,'" Hermione was saying, "and then there's A-" "No, E," George corrected her, "E for 'Exceeds Expectations.' And I've always thought Fred and I should've got E in everything, because we exceeded expectations just by turning up for the exams.” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/932/anonymous-1_exam_so-top-grade-s-o-for-outstanding-hermion_696927.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/932/anonymous-1_exam_so-top-grade-s-o-for-outstanding-hermion_696927.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/932/anonymous-1_exam_so-top-grade-s-o-for-outstanding-hermion_696927.jpg) > “So top grade's O for 'Outstanding,'" Hermione was saying, "and then there's A-" "No, E," George corrected her, "E for 'Exceeds Expectations.' And I've always thought Fred and I should've got E in everything, because we exceeded expectations just by turning up for the exams.” [Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/anonymous/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A humorous exchange about grading underscores how expectations can be redefined by perspective and effort. **In simple terms:** Grades are relative and can be humorously reinterpreted. Key Takeaway Embrace humor and reframe expectations. Themes humor education expectations Mood lighthearted playful Type anecdotal conversational When to use this quote - school exams - team projects - peer feedback Key Concepts grading systems social interaction self‑esteem Questions to Reflect On - How do you reinterpret standards to feel successful? - What role does humor play in coping with pressure? 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