How are the doctors in Natalie Merchant's song "Wonder" like August's doctors in the novel Wonder?

They are from distant cities.
They perform many surgeries.
They do not fully understand the medical condition of the main character.
They do not believe what they see when they look at the main characte

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In Natalie Merchant's song "Wonder," the doctors are portrayed as figures who may not fully comprehend the uniqueness of the main character, similar to the doctors in the novel Wonder by R.J. Palacio. Both sets of doctors seem to struggle with understanding the depth of the characters' experiences and individuality.

  • They do not fully understand the medical condition of the main character. Both the doctors in "Wonder" and Auggie's doctors in the novel grapple with the complexities of their patients' conditions. The struggle to grasp the emotional and psychological aspects of the characters' struggles highlights a lack of connection to the individuals beyond their medical conditions.

While the other options also touch on aspects related to the portrayal of doctors in both the song and the novel, the most fitting comparison is about their limited understanding of the uniqueness and experiences of the main characters.