How we cite our quotes: (Part.Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
I walked toward Jack and followed him out of the auditorium. He held the double doors open for me, and as I passed by he looked at me right in the face, kind of daring me to look back at him, which I did. Then I actually smiled. […] The thing is, because of the way my face is, people who don't know me very well don't always get that I'm smiling. […] But somehow Jack Will got that I had smiled at him. And he smiled back. (1.The Performance Space.38)
This moment comes shortly after Jack and August meet for the first time. Julian has already established himself as a jerk, and Charlotte is pleasant but stays neutral. Jack is the only kid to make eye contact and actually smile at August.
Quote #2
The funny thing is, if he hadn't put the backpack between us, I most definitely would have offered to help him. (1.Locks.32)
Auggie's natural inclination is to be helpful and kind, but he shows that he's not a total doormat when he decides not to help Henry open his lock. Henry has put up a wall—he's blocked his opportunity for help, for kindness, and for friendship.