Dan Gerber's Journey and Inspirations

Dan Gerber's Journey and Inspirations

Assessment

Interactive Video

English, Journalism, Education

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video discusses Dan Gerber's life, starting with a metaphorical lesson from his father. It covers his upbringing in Fremont, Michigan, and his inspiration from poetry. Gerber's career path included journalism, professional racing, and teaching, which influenced his development as a poet. He has published novels, short stories, and poetry collections. Currently, he resides in California, continuing his passion for writing.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice did Dan Gerber's father give him about worms after it rains?

To collect them

To leave them alone

To wash them away

To feed them to birds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Dan Gerber born and raised?

Los Angeles, California

New York, New York

Fremont, Michigan

Austin, Texas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which poem inspired Dan Gerber during his school years?

Ode to a Nightingale

Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening

The Highwayman

The Raven

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What degree did Dan Gerber earn in 1962?

A degree in Physics

A degree in History

A degree in Journalism

An English degree

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Dan Gerber's other passion besides writing?

Painting

Race cars

Cooking

Photography

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led Dan Gerber to start teaching high school English?

A recommendation from a friend

A change in career interest

A life-threatening crash

A family decision

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a book of poetry by Dan Gerber?

The Road Not Taken

New and Selected Poems

A Last Bridge Home

Departures

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does Dan Gerber currently live and ride?

Florida

California

Texas

New York