The inference that can be made about Mr. Tushman’s feelings toward August is that he treats August like a regular kid. His friendly demeanor, normal greeting, and effort to engage with August at his level indicate that he sees him as an equal and wants to make him feel comfortable.
Mr. Tushman looked right at me and smiled and nodded. He put his hand out for me to shake.
"Hi, August," he said, totally normally. "It's a pleasure to meet you."
"Hi," I mumbled, dropping my hand into his hand while I looked down at his feet. He was wearing red Adidas.
"So," he said, kneeling down in front of me so I couldn't look at his sneakers but had to look at his face, "your mom and dad have told me a lot about you."
—Wonder
R.J. Palacio
What inference can you make about Mr. Tushman’s feelings toward August?
He doesn't care about August.
He treats August like a regular kid.
He gives August special treatment.
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