5.6 - Let’s Focus: “FromHomelesstoHarvard,” Pages 211-216 (Gold)

How long did it take Liz to graduate from high school?

• Four years

• Three years

• Two years

• One year

What challenges did Liz Murray face in her early life?

• She lived in a wealthy neighborhood.

• She had a supportive family.

• She was born into poverty and addiction.

• She traveled frequently.

What is the role of student leaders during the preview procedure?

• To read the text silently

• To manage the checklist and pacing

• To write down all the answers

• To ignore the checklist

What is the main focus of the lesson about Liz Murray?

• Her artistic achievements

• Her scientific discoveries

• Her triumph and willpower

• Her athletic skills

Do babies have to apply for the care they receive? Yes or no?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• Sometimes

How did Liz determine to improve her life?

• By moving to a new city

• By starting a business

• By improving her life with education

• By traveling the world

Why did Liz become a subject of the media?

• She won a Nobel Prize.

• She started a successful business.

• Her story was published by The New York Times.

• She became a famous actress.

You are asked to lecture for one hour on quantum physics. Are you able to do so? Yes or no?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• Sometimes

Would a shy, self-conscious person feel comfortable lecturing? Yes or no?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• Sometimes

Why doesn't Liz want to go home?

• She is afraid of the dark.

• Her parents are doing drugs again.

• She lost her house keys.

• She has too much homework.