Sam's Story: Living with Progeria and Achieving Dreams

According to the passage, what disease does Sam have?

(a)  

How much does each snare drum and harness weigh, as mentioned by Sam?

What is one of the effects of Progeria mentioned in the passage?

• Increased weight gain

• Tight skin

• Improved heart health

• Enhanced growth

What did Sam and his family do to help him play snare drum in the marching band?

What is the first aspect of Sam's philosophy for a happy life?

Who interviewed Sam after the successful Progeria Treatment Study was published?

• Oprah Winfrey

• John Hamilton

• Ferris Bueller

• Sam's Mom

According to the passage, what is one thing the author loves about being in a group like the band?

• The fame it brings

• The music they make together is genuine and supersedes Progeria

• The money they earn

• The travel opportunities

The author mentions a quote by a man named Walt Disney, which is, 'Keep ______ forward.'

• moving

• running

• walking

• pushing

What does the author say helps them stay focused and get through difficult times?

• Staying in a forward thinking state of mind

• Ignoring emotions

• Dwelling on the past

• Avoiding friends and family

According to the passage, what career did the author want to pursue when they were younger?

• Doctor

• Engineer

• Teacher

• Musician