Chapter 005: Skipping Grades

"No, no need, consider these books as lent to you," said Teacher Rodriguez with a cheerful smile. Scott had never seen Teacher Rodriguez smile like that before.

I mean, I have nearly completed my studies in other subjects as well, so... so I hope to proceed directly... In fact, even for other subjects, the difficulty is quite limited for those who have received higher education in later generations.

Ha, do you want to compete with the older students? Hmm, that's a good idea; the questions in the final exam are too easy for you

Therefore, at present, Teacher Rodriguez finds Scott quite agreeable, even though Scott's somewhat unconventional requests still seem to him to have a certain rationale.

Really not?

"Teacher, could you arrange for me to participate in the graduation examination for the final year?" Shi Gaozhi appeared somewhat anxious

However, Teacher Rodriguez has a bad temper, and is particularly severe when using the ruler

A mathematical problem is written on the blackboard

That means outstanding students can skip grades! First, arrange an examination; if they pass, allow them to advance to the graduating class, and then everything will be manageable, won't it

Has the entire school learned it

Of course, such words must not be spoken to Teacher Rodriguez

"How much content have you self-studied afterwards?" asked Teacher Rodriguez

I have one more question

However, in this era, the history of mathematics classes is difficult to follow, which inevitably leads to distractions

Many people now view his survival from great adversity as a grace from God, so if he appears very devout and also demonstrates considerable talent, it is easy for people to interpret this talent as a gift from God

"I have a difficult problem for you. If you solve it before class ends, you will be fine; otherwise..." Rodriguez chuckled, "Then you will have something to deal with!"

"No, I still haven't come up with any ideas," said Scott, looking bewildered, as he also glanced up at the blackboard.

It seems I can give you the subsequent textbooks in advance. Teacher Rodriguez said: "If you can finish studying them all in advance, I will allow you to do whatever you want during my class."

This reason may not hold water, but teachers always tend to view students with good grades in a somewhat favorable light

In just a few seconds, amidst the dazed gazes of the students in the packed classroom, Schrodinger solved the difficult problem posed by Professor Rodriguez

Mencius stated that one of the joys of life is to acquire the talents of the world and educate them

However, we have never had a rule that allows lower-grade students to graduate directly, as this would be too informal

Oh. Teacher Rodriguez laughed and said, "So have you figured it out?"

"Yes, teacher," replied Scott.

Ah, Rodriguez, do not be so anxious," Principal Smith smiled, "We do not have a rule that allows lower-grade students to directly participate in the graduation examination, but do not forget, we have another rule.

However, upon hearing this, Scott felt relieved; the high school mathematics problems of this era were indeed quite easy for him to handle

Do not think about the content of other subjects during math class! Teacher Rodriguez's tone remained stern, but there was already a hint of warmth in his voice

Those who are able to receive God's grace are naturally the beloved of God

Then let me test you

Alright, you have passed. From now on, in my class, as long as you do not cause any trouble, whether you come or not, and what books you read, it will all be your freedom

What happened, the answer should be correct?" Shigaozhi was also taken aback, could it be that his mathematical skills had declined so rapidly? Could he even get a high school math problem from this era wrong?

There are reasons behind Schott's actions; firstly, he needs to gain privileges in mathematics class, and secondly, it is also for the sake of becoming well-known

Well, I have learned everything

Then I will give you another question to solve! Teacher Rodriguez has posed another problem that he considers to be more difficult.

Principal Smith, we assure you that the child's proficiency in any subject, even when placed in the graduating grade, is at a top-tier level

The remaining majority of the class became a personal performance by Schrodinger, during which he demonstrated through a series of problems that he had completely mastered all the mathematical knowledge that should have been acquired this semester

"This, this, this!" Teacher Rodriguez exclaimed, his eyes wide open. "Have you done this problem before?"

Indeed, it is for the sake of becoming famous

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Indeed

In schools of this era, teachers wield significant power; they even have the authority to expel students whom they deem to be lacking seriousness in their studies.

Shigaozhi understood that although Teacher Rodriguez was a very strict teacher, he was also a particularly devout Christian. Therefore, while it was certainly infuriating to be distracted during class, if it was due to religious reasons, it could be considered forgivable.

This ... ...

Stuart, this truly surprises me

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It is important to note that the Civil War is not far off; both the Rockefeller and Morgan families of later generations trace their origins back to this conflict

Try this one again

More than half a month later, Schogger once again approached Professor Rodriguez

"Stuart! What are you doing again!" A loud shout interrupted Stuart's train of thought as he was distractedly studying commercial law. He looked up to see his math teacher, Rodriguez, standing beside him with an angry expression.

No," replied Schrodinger.

"I haven't done anything, I was just thinking about the question you posed," replied Scott without changing his expression.

Amidst the laughter, Teacher Rodriguez said fiercely: "There was absolutely no new question just now! What on earth are you doing!"

To be honest, Scott just flipped through his mathematics textbook and has a general idea of what the book covers.

However, if you are not punished, you may not necessarily learn your lesson. Just when Schrodinger thought he had gotten away with it, Teacher Rodriguez came out with this remark again

Another half month passed, and Schogger returned these textbooks to Teacher Rodriguez

"Not correct, Scott, this question is wrong!" Teacher Rodriguez furrowed his brow

"It is not good for him to continue staying in the lower grades," said the religious teacher, Duke. "He is too smart, learns easily, and effectively, which undermines the confidence of the other children"

"Is everything you say true? Is there no exaggeration?" asked a tall old man with gray hair.

It should be fine now, said Scott.

Time is money, and we cannot afford to wait

"Stop looking!" Teacher Rodriguez said coldly, "It's not that question; Hack just solved that one."

"Teacher, does this mean I need to pay the book fee and tuition in advance?" said Shigaozhi

"Are you really okay with the other subjects?" Rodriguez asked

"Teacher, I suddenly remembered the content of the last religious class," said Schrodinger

Although Schott has plans to drop out of school, now is not the right time; at least not until he has mastered the subjects of language and religion, he cannot be expelled.

How can this be acceptable? Teacher Rodriguez said that he knew the principal liked horse racing, so he used such a metaphor

Well then, on Sunday, a few teachers and I will test you. If you pass, we will discuss this matter with the principal.

The principal suppresses the geniuses, forcing them to learn at the same pace as ordinary individuals, akin to harnessing a thoroughbred horse alongside a common draft horse to pull a cart

Such a reputation will certainly be beneficial for future entrepreneurial endeavors

You need to consider the impact on the school's image

"How is this possible? You can't be thinking of graduating, can you?" asked Teacher Rodriguez in surprise

"It's over, I'm going to suffer!" thought Scott in despair. In this era, corporal punishment of students by teachers is not news, but rather an accepted authority.

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Teacher Rodriguez, that is not what I meant

Next time, he must not be caught! This is what Shigaozhi thought.

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Therefore, Scott can only say: "Teacher, I indeed want to graduate earlier, so that the burden on my family can be a little lighter"

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"Principal, apart from the geniuses, this will only have a positive impact on the school's reputation," Teacher Rodriguez said, a bit anxiously.

Of course I have thought about it. Schogger thought to himself, My parents clearly won't allow me to drop out midway, so am I really going to obediently stay in this school for several years? Wouldn't that be a waste of precious time to earn money?

I will talk to the principal— the principal has already noticed that our school has produced a math genius— participating in the math graduation exam should be no problem

"Skoji, what brings you to me again?"

Moreover, Schott's devotion to religion has gained some recognition in the school, and it is unlikely that Teacher Rodriguez would expel such a devout young man from the school

Shi Gaozhi understood that the schools at this time were absolutely different from the schools he attended in his previous life

Ah, the answer is not wrong, but... but I made a mistake in the question. Teacher Rodriguez felt a bit embarrassed, "This question involves some content that we have not learned yet... Shijia, did you study the later content in advance?"

To amass greater wealth in this great battle, it is essential to accumulate more resources beforehand

However, Mr. Rodriguez is currently at a certain point in his teaching progress, which Scott is not very clear about, and that is why he has not realized that some of the knowledge involved in this question has not yet been covered by Rodriguez

"The whole book," replied Schrodinger

Suddenly, a burst of laughter erupted from the side

However, Schrodinger effortlessly solved this problem in just a few seconds

This is not a matter of professional ethics, but rather a common human sentiment

It seems that our school has indeed produced a batch of thoroughbreds? Principal Smith chuckled, "Well, it is certainly not a good idea to raise thoroughbreds alongside those horses used for farm work.

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My father's eyesight is not very good, and if I could graduate early, it would make things easier for him