Vivian Shipley - 'Sourdough'

Vivian Shipley - 'Sourdough'

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Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The transcript discusses the author's reflections on permanence, communication, and finding joy amidst media negativity. It uses sourdough as a metaphor for resilience, stress, and responsibility, highlighting the importance of maturity and reflection. The author sees setbacks as opportunities to rethink life goals and emphasizes the value of sharing and community for survival.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest is necessary to counteract the negative influence of media?

Reading more books

Finding daily joy and pleasure

Avoiding all forms of media

Engaging in debates

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker view the death of their sourdough starter?

As a reason to stop baking

As an opportunity to rethink life goals

As a metaphor for life's challenges

As a career-ending failure

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe is necessary for personal growth?

Avoiding stress at all costs

Embracing stress as part of life

Focusing solely on physical health

Ignoring responsibilities

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker plan to do with their new sourdough starter?

Use it only for personal baking

Share it with others

Sell it online

Keep it a secret

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motto does the speaker adopt regarding their sourdough starter?

Never give up

Share don't hoard

Keep it to yourself

Bake every day