Temple Grandin

1. What does Temple Grandin emphasize as a key characteristic of autism spectrum in the text?
   

• 1. Better verbal (speaking) communication skills

• 1. The ability to be very knowledgeable about multiple subjects

• 1. Traits from severely nonverbal (cannot speak) to brilliant scientists

• 1. Lack of attention to details

According to the speaker, which famous figures would likely be diagnosed within the autistic spectrum today?

• Shakespeare and Beethoven

• Napoleon and Cleopatra

• Leonardo Da Vinci and Isaac Newton

• Einstein, Mozart, and Tesla

How does Temple Grandin describe her way of thinking compared to the typical mind?

• Verbal and language-oriented

• Attention to big picture rather than details

• Thinking in pictures and focusing on details

• Ignoring complicated ideas and focusing on hands-on activities

In what context does the Temple mention her work with cattle and the importance of noticing small details?

• Observing behavior in cattle

•  Designing bridges

• Conducting hands-on classes such as woodshop

•  Identifying complex patterns

According to the speaker, what type of thinkers might struggle with reading and encounter similar issues to kids with dyslexia?

•  Mathematicians

• Linguists (language experts)

• Engineers

• Visual thinkers

What is Temple's concern regarding schools and developing the interests of students with unique thinking styles?

• Over-teaching social skills over academic skills

•  Ignoring the importance of arts and languages

•  Ignoring  the need for mentors in education

•  Lack of hands-on classes like auto-shop and drafting

How did Temple's Science teacher help her?

• Providing general tasks and roles

• Encouraging free exploration and creativity

• Helped her learn the value of studying

• By sparking her interest in animals

What is the most important idea Temple Grandin brings up (hint: think of the title of her speech)? Write a short CER paragraph supporting your answer with a quote or details from the article.