Senior Graduation Speech

What did the speaker initially feel after being announced as valedictorian?

• Continued excitement

• A sense of emptiness

• Immediate relief

• Overwhelming joy

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What did the speaker realize was paid for by the stress of achieving the valedictorian title?

• Academic knowledge

• Financial stability

• Relationships

• Physical health

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What alternative focus does the speaker suggest could detract from important relationships?

• Career over family

• Sports over academics

• Travel over stability

• Wealth over health

According to the speaker, what is essential for a meaningful life?

• Achieving personal goals

• Maintaining healthy relationships

• Gaining fame and recognition

• Acquiring wealth

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What action does the speaker encourage towards people with whom relationships have been strained?

• Wait for them to apologize

• Seek revenge

• Ignore the issues

• Mend the relationships

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2