Solitude and Leadership
Authored by Greg Roberts
English
11th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does Deresiewicz say solitude is important for leadership?
It gives leaders time to exercise and relax.
It helps leaders think independently and form strong convictions.
It shows leaders how to follow orders.
It allows leaders to be popular among their peers.
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the speech, what does Deresiewicz say is the problem with “excellent sheep”?
They are too independent and make poor leaders.
They achieve great success but don’t think for themselves.
They don’t work hard or succeed in school.
They are too focused on other people’s problems.
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to Deresiewicz, what has changed about getting into top schools?
It has become easier because fewer students apply.
It has become harder with more activities and tests to excel in.
It requires only one or two extracurricular activities.
It only requires good grades, not extracurricular activities.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Deresiewicz describe multitasking?
As a skill that helps people think better.
As something leaders should always do.
As a distraction that prevents deep thinking.
As a skill that helps with concentration.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does Deresiewicz believe reading books helps leaders?
Books keep leaders informed of current trends.
Books force leaders to memorize more facts.
Books present new ideas that make people think deeply.
Books are easy to read and help leaders relax.
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Deresiewicz mean by “bureaucracy” in the speech?
A group of leaders who think for themselves.
A system where people keep routines without questioning.
A military strategy that helps leaders stay focused.
A list of rules that successful leaders follow.
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does Deresiewicz say solitude can be found in deep friendships?
Talking deeply with one person helps people explore their true beliefs.
Friendships distract people from their thoughts.
Having many friends helps leaders learn more.
Talking with friends is easier than reading.
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
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