The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
How does Junior's teacher react to being corrected?
Slouching toward Thanksgiving
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Slouching toward Thanksgiving
In science class, Junior nervously corrects his teacher's definition of petrified wood. The teacher does not believe Junior, but a white student named Gordy supports Junior's explanation. Rather than praising Junior for his knowledge, however, the teacher gives preferential treatment to Gordy.