According to the speaker, what is excellence primarily?

• A natural talent

• An unconscious desire

• A learned skill

• A genetic predisposition

How does the speaker describe the process of achieving excellence?

• Slow and painful

• Quick and effortless

• Chaotic and unpredictable

• Arbitrary and random

What does the speaker express as the reason for feeling mixed emotions during the speech?

• Overwhelming happiness

• Profound sadness

• Nostalgic memories

• A sense of accomplishment

What does the speaker consider to be the common factor among themselves and accomplished individuals like Einstein and Lincoln?

• Intelligence

• Purpose

• Natural Talent

• Academic Success

According to the speaker, why are they and their peers gathered for this occasion?

• To celebrate individual achievements

• To honor their mentors

• To say goodbye to each other

• To dedicate their achievements to loved ones

What lesson does the speaker emphasize in regards to facing challenges?

• The importance of optimism

• The necessity of competition

• The significance of intelligence

• The power of pessimism

How does the speaker define sacrifice?

• Selflessness and love

• Personal gain and success

• Endurance and perseverance

• Material wealth and possessions

What does the speaker believe is required for valuing excellence?

• Infinite love

• Discipline

• Patience and persistence

• All of the above

What famous quote does the speaker mention at the end of the speech?

• "Success is for the courageous."

• "Aim for success and it will come."

• "Do what you love and believe in."

• "Success follows hard work."

What is the overall message of the speech?

• Success requires natural talent.

• Excellence is an attitude developed through purpose, sacrifice, and optimism.

• Achievements should be dedicated to family and mentors.

• Challenges are insurmountable without intelligence.