Jordan joins the art club to fit in from "summary" of New Kid by Jerry Craft
Jordan's decision to become a member of the art club was not driven by a genuine interest in art, but rather by a desire to blend in with his new surroundings. Feeling like an outsider at his prestigious private school, Jordan saw joining the art club as a way to conform to the expectations of his peers and avoid standing out. Despite his lack of enthusiasm for art, Jordan was willing to sacrifice his own interests in order to fit in with the school's social hierarchy. As Jordan immersed himself in the world of the art club, he found himself struggling to connect with the other members. His lack of passion for art made it difficult for him to engage in meaningful convers...
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