A Simple Act Study Guide

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Where do Maurice and Laura meet?

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On the street in NYC.

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Old Chinese proverb: What connects two destined people?

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Invisible thread

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Weighted words?

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Words with strong emotional associations.

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Definition: To affect someone in an important way.

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Influence

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“You are going to do great on this selection test!” is an example of which term?

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Encourage

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In 'A Simple Act', how do Laura and Maurice first meet?

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Maurice is begging on the street.

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In 'A Simple Act,' who else believes Maurice can improve?

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his teacher

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In 'A Simple Act,' after Laura's friends suggest she write about her experiences with Maurice,

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She eventually writes a best seller.

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Definition of 'connects'?

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Establishes a relationship.

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When two people influence each other,

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They affect each other.