The Pursuit of Happiness

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English
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8th Grade
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Hard
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Sarah Williams
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25 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What happens to Chris at the end of the movie?
Chris' friend from the broker firm receives the position, and eventually finds Chris a job.
Chris receives the broker position at Dean Witter. We learn that he becomes a millionaire.
Chris does not receive the broker position and decides to move to New York with his son.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 2 pts
True or False: Chris Gardner shows a strong work ethic throughout the movie.
False
True
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 2 pts
What soft skill is most displayed by Chris Gardner in the movie?
Resilience
Problem-solving
Empathy
Communication skills
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 2 pts
True or False: Communication skills are not important in the world of work according to the movie.
False
True
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.7
CCSS.RI.8.7
CCSS.RI.9-10.7
CCSS.RL.7.7
CCSS.RL.8.7
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 2 pts
Why did Chris Gardner have marriage problems?
financial stress
fell out of love
couldn't have babies
none of the above
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.10
CCSS.RI.6.10
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RI.9-10.10
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 2 pts
How does Chris Gardner adapt to changing circumstances in the movie?
By ignoring his goals and settling for less
By blaming others for his circumstances
By giving up easily and losing hope
By remaining resilient
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 2 pts
What soft skill does Chris Gardner possess that helps him in his pursuit of happiness?
Time management
Problem-solving
Negotiation skills
Public speaking
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
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