American Street Kid

What was the initial purpose of the filmmaker's project in Los Angeles?

• To create a feature-length documentary

• To film a two-minute public service announcement

• To start a charity for homeless youth

• To conduct interviews for a news outlet

What common misconception about homeless youth is challenged by their stories?

• They are too lazy to work

• They don't want to improve their lives

• They all come from other states

• They choose to live on the streets

What major challenge does the filmmaker face when trying to help homeless youth?

• Finding enough food for them

• Getting them to trust him

• Finding a place for them to stay

• Teaching them how to use a camera

Why do many homeless youth struggle to get off the streets, according to the documentary?

• Lack of affordable housing

• Difficulty accessing social services

• Both lack of affordable housing and difficulty accessing social services

• They prefer the freedom of the streets

What does the filmmaker realize about the impact of his project on the lives of the homeless youth?

• It complicates his own life more than it helps them

• It significantly changes their lives

• It provides them temporary relief

• It has little to no impact

What is the primary reason Ryan is with Nessa?

• Because he loves her

• He doesn't want to be alone

• Because of the baby

• Nessa's insistence

What does Ryan believe about his past and its impact on his identity?

• It's something he can easily forget

• It has no impact on him

• It's just his past, not his identity

• It defines who he is

Why does Nick feel he cannot go back to Transitional Living?

• It turns into a party after staff leaves

• He doesn't like the location

• He has no friends there

• The food was bad

What is the main reason Ishmael struggles with saving money?

• High living expenses

• Supporting his family

• Lack of discipline

• Lack of a stable job

What significant change does David 'Greens' Johnson achieve in his life?

• He goes back to school

• He returns to the streets

• He becomes a life coach

• He starts a new band