Got grit?

Which is a synonym for "perseverance"?

• achievement

• mindfulness

• talent

• determination

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which TWO describe resilience?

• the ability to recover from difficulties

• honesty

• toughness

• giving up easily

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of these habits can help me persevere to achieve a long-term goal? Choose all that apply.

• Deliberate practice

• Sticking with something even when it's really difficult

• Having self-control and self-discipline

• Giving consistent effort over time

• Working hard every other month

Why is GRIT important? (There is one correct answer)

• It helps you become a better person
• It shows people you are nice
• It shows you are respectful

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which character strength relates most directly to grit?

• Perseverance
• Perspective
• Judgement
• Self-Regulation

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

When something is difficult,

• it's a sign that you aren't QUITE smart enough.
• it may mean you have a learning disability.
• the topic is beyond your abilities.
• Your brain grows.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

When we are in pursuit of a lofty goal, we don't know when or even whether we will __________. Until we do.

• apathy and weakness
• give in
• succeed
• languish

Do you have grit?

• Never...I give up on the simplest tasks.

• Only when absolutely necessary...life & death situations only.

• Sometimes, but only when I earn a reward of some sort.

• Most of the time, for example, I'll finish a project even if I know it won't turn out the way I planned.

• Always! I never give up and persevere through tough situations because finishing is important and I always learn something.

Name two actions you can take to improve your grit.

Name a 'gritty' person whom you admire. (living or dead, but actual human being)