Week 13: Reading Task (Sonia Sotomayor)

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Why did Sonia have to work hard to earn scholarships for college?

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Sonia's parents were poor immigrants, her father died when she was young, and her mother struggled to earn money for school.

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

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Sonia worked as a lawyer, then a judge, and finally became a Supreme Court justice.

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

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Investigated means checked into her suitability.

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What are immigrants?

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Immigrants are people who move to a new country.

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Why did Sonia decide to become a lawyer?

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Sonia decided to become a lawyer when her diabetes made becoming a detective unwise.

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What challenges did Sonia face growing up?

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Sonia faced challenges such as poverty, the loss of her father, and her mother's struggle to provide for the family.

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What is the significance of Sonia Sotomayor's role as a Supreme Court justice?

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Sonia Sotomayor is significant as she is the first Latina Supreme Court justice, representing diversity in the judiciary.

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What does it mean to earn a scholarship?

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Earning a scholarship means receiving financial aid for education based on merit or need.

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What is the Judiciary Committee?

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The Judiciary Committee is a group in the government that reviews and approves judicial appointments.

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What does it mean to be a lawyer?

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A lawyer is a person who practices law and represents clients in legal matters.