This boys main problem seems to be one that many students run into, and that's that he is not being given material in school that is pertinent to his interests. I think teachers could be aware that this boy is smart and capable, and they could work with him to teach him what he needs to learn in a way that will excite him.
I think that the teachers do not seem to like this boy because most teachers have a set lesson plan of what they want to teach on any given school day, and he simply sits there without participating anytime he does not feel that the assignment is important. This boy thinks that the teachers do not like him, but this may just be the students' perspective, and perhaps the teachers do not have any problems with him.
No, this boy does not seem to be mentally slow or deficient. He shows his skills in many academic areas, in real life situations outside of school. Geography, Language, Math skills are all present in this student.
I think that this boys uncle recognizes that the student is very talented and handy, and that he is able to be a good help to his uncle around the shop.
I would never give anyone the advice that they should drop out of school. That being said, this boy has the skills and the tools to be successful in the world, and if he feels that school is hindering him in that process, than that is his decision.
This writing took place in 1944. Many things have changed since then. I think that there are more resources available now to help students like this boy in staying in school and being interested. It is also much less acceptable now to miss school days to help an uncle with work.
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