Week 13: Reading Task (Sonia Sotomayor)

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What was the order of Sonia Sotomayor's jobs throughout her career?

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lawyer, judge, Supreme Court justice

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Who was Thurgood Marshall?

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the first African American justice on the Supreme Court

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Before Judge Sotomayor could become a judge, what did she have to complete?

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law school

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What is the main idea of Sonia Sotomayor's story?

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Sonia Sotomayor achieved her dreams through studying and hard work.

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What does 'investigated' mean in the context of the Judiciary Committee's actions?

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checked into her suitability

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What is a Supreme Court justice?

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A Supreme Court justice is a member of the highest court in the United States, responsible for interpreting the law.

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What does it mean to be a judge?

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A judge is a public official who decides cases in a court of law.

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What is the significance of Sonia Sotomayor's appointment to the Supreme Court?

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She is the first Hispanic woman to serve on the Supreme Court.

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What role did education play in Sonia Sotomayor's success?

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Education was crucial as it provided her with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue her career.

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What challenges did Sonia Sotomayor face in her early life?

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She faced challenges such as growing up in a low-income neighborhood and dealing with diabetes.