Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

What does the term "grit" mean as used in the video?

• Intelligence and quick learning

• Passion and perseverance for long-term goals

• Financial stability and security

• Social influence and popularity

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Analyze how the speaker connects the ideas of passion and perseverance in the video.

• By showing how they are unrelated concepts

• By explaining how perseverance fuels passion

• By demonstrating how passion leads to perseverance

• By illustrating how they work together to achieve success

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Determine the tone of the video "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance."

• Pessimistic and doubtful

• Optimistic and encouraging

• Neutral and detached

• Critical and judgmental

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the author's purpose in creating the video "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance"?

• To entertain the audience with humorous stories

• To inform the audience about the concept of grit

• To persuade the audience to value intelligence over effort

• To criticize the education system

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Which of the following best describes how the author introduces the concept of grit in the video?

• By providing a personal anecdote

• By citing scientific research

• By quoting a famous philosopher

• By using a historical example

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

How does the speaker support the claim that grit is a key factor in success?

• By discussing the role of luck in achieving goals

• By presenting statistical data and research findings

• By emphasizing the importance of innate talent

• By highlighting the influence of family background

What rhetorical strategy does the speaker use to emphasize the importance of grit?

• Repetition of key phrases

• Use of humor and anecdotes

• Appeal to authority

• Emotional appeal through personal stories

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which detail from the video supports the inference that grit can be developed over time?

• The speaker's emphasis on natural talent

• The mention of educational background

• The discussion of practice and persistence

• The focus on financial resources

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

What evidence does the speaker use to support the idea that grit is more important than talent?

• Personal anecdotes from successful individuals

• Historical examples of talented individuals

• Scientific studies comparing grit and talent

• Quotes from famous philosophers

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Summarize the development of the central idea throughout the video.

• The video starts with a definition of grit and ends with a call to action to develop it.

• The video begins with a critique of talent and concludes with a focus on financial success.

• The video opens with a discussion on intelligence and closes with a debate on education.

• The video starts with a historical overview and ends with a philosophical discussion.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2