War Quote by R.J. Palacio
““For a while, the “war” was all we talked about. February was when it was really at its worst. That’s when practically nobody was talking to us, and Julian had started leaving notes in our lockers. The notes to Jack were stupid, like: You stink, big cheese! and Nobody likes you anymore! I got notes like: Freak! And another that said: Get out of our school, orc!””
About This Quote
Source Book: Wonder by R.J. Palacio, 2012
A period of intense conflict isolates the narrator, leading to bullying and alienation, highlighting the pain of being misunderstood.
In simple terms: Conflict isolates and fuels bullying.
Seek empathy and support.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school environment
- online harassment
- friendship building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we create inclusive spaces?
- What role does empathy play in stopping bullying?
Bullying often persists despite attempts to ignore it.