Chadwick Boseman's Speech

What specific event does the speaker mention as marking a significant accomplishment for the graduates?

•  Completing a long academic journey

• Learning to box

• Meeting Muhammad Ali

• Graduating from Howard University

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

1. According to the text, what nickname is given to Howard University?

•  The Mecca

•  Bryant Street

• The swamp

• Wakanda University

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

1. Select 2 correct responses for this question:

2. How does the speaker describe the social challenges faced by some graduates?

• •  They were too popular and accepted by everyone.

•  They struggled to fit in and faced rejection.

• • They were too busy with football practice .

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

1. What analogy does the speaker use to describe the intellectual and spiritual journey of the graduates?

•  Climbing a mountain

• Walking across a yard

• Riding a roller coaster

• Running a marathon

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

In the text, what realization dawns upon the speaker after interacting with the soap opera executives?

• The role was not one he likes because the character was elderly.

• The character was written in a way that was wrapped up in assumptions (things accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof) about women and children.

• The character was written in a way that was wrapped up in assumptions (things accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof) about Black folk.

• The role was not one he likes because the character was so angry.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

How did Chadwick feel after being let go from the soap opera role?

• Relieved and content with his decision

• • Regretful and questioning his actions

• Confident in pursuing other creative endeavors

• •  Indifferent (didn't care) and determined to find a different career path

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

1. What lesson does Chadwick point out regarding the struggles encountered along one's path?

• Muhammed Ali gives excellent advice.

• Sometimes success is based on others' approval.

• It's difficult to fail.

• Sometimes you need to fail in order to figure out what's important to you.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

1. How does Chadwick encourage the graduates to approach their futures?

• Let your family decide what's best for you.

• When you find your purpose in life you will find meaning and a path to your future.

• Find a job that is stable and don't take too many risks.

• Find a job that pays well.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does Chadwick believe is the legacy (the long-lasting impact) of Howard University, as mentioned in the text?

• 1. The confrontations and struggles graduates choose to face and that can change the world

• • The prestigious (high status) degrees offered to graduates

• •  The amount of money alumni (graduates of the college) make in their careers

• The academic learning- especially in the arts and sciences.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

What is one important main idea Chadwick brings up in his speech?

Explain in a paragraph with at least 4 sentences why you believe it's important to him or to you.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3