Shulamith Chernoff - Autobiographia

The transcript is a humorous poem reflecting on the speaker's childhood, family history, and personal growth. It begins with memories of being a tall child with a Russian grandfather, followed by a love for literature in the father's library. The speaker recounts an existential moment with a brother, leading to an emotional journey. The poem concludes with the speaker affirming their existence and current life as a mother and professor.

What physical traits did the narrator associate with their childhood?

• Short and stout

• Gangling arms and legs

• Curly hair and blue eyes

• Small hands and feet

What was the profession of the narrator's Russian grandfather?

• A teacher

• A farmer

• A soldier

• A merchant

Which of the following authors was NOT mentioned as part of the narrator's reading list?

• Shakespeare

• Batsheva Singer

• Dusty Zewski

• Freud

What philosophical concept did the narrator's brother use to challenge their existence?

• Existentialism

• Nihilism

• Empiricism

• Rationalism

What is the narrator's current profession?

• A professor of Education

• A historian

• A scientist

• A writer