Obama's Speech

What is one of the benefits of education mentioned in the text?

• Learning how to play musical instruments

• Learning how to think critically

• Learning how to cook gourmet meals

• Learning how to fix cars

According to the text, what is the value of discipline in education?

• Instant gratification is the key to success

• Greatest rewards come from sustained effort

• Success comes from being entertained

• Fame is the ultimate goal

What does the text suggest is important for the success of our community?

• Being entertained

• Following the Golden Rule

• Being instantly gratified

• Being famous

What skill is highlighted as essential for solving tough problems?

• Knowing how to dance

• Knowing how to sing

• Knowing how to paint

• Knowing how to gather facts and evaluate information

What is emphasized as a key lesson in today's culture?

• Being famous for being famous

• Flash over substance

• Sustained effort over hard work

• Substance over flash

What is the President's advice regarding algebra?

• It is not needed for any job

• It is essential for being famous

• It is important for critical thinking

• It is only for math teachers

What is the ultimate goal of education according to the text?

• To be a better human being

• To be famous

• To be entertained

• To be instantly gratified

What is the Golden Rule?

• Being entertained

• Being instantly gratified

• Being famous

• Treating others well

Barack Obama gave this speech to do which of the following...

• Show students how successful he became because he stayed in school.

• To inspire students to stay in school and work hard.

• Persuade them to become teachers in the future.

• Help students realize that school is a place where you can socialize and be yourself.