Daniel Blanchard - Teachers Make a Difference - Mr. K and Coach Knapp

The speaker reflects on two influential figures in their life: Mr. K, a high school math teacher, and Coach Knapp, a wrestling mentor. Mr. K inspired the speaker to excel academically by showing a personal side and offering encouragement. Coach Knapp provided guidance and support in wrestling, helping the speaker develop confidence and skills. Both figures played crucial roles in shaping the speaker's life and career, leading them to give back as a teacher and coach.

What was unique about Mr. K's approach that influenced the narrator?

• He gave extra homework.

• He shared stories about his life outside school.

• He organized sports events.

• He lived at the school.

How did Mr. K's encouragement affect the narrator's academic performance?

• The narrator dropped out of school.

• The narrator continued to get average grades.

• The narrator switched to a different school.

• The narrator achieved the highest grades in Mr. K's class.

Who was Mr. Knapp in relation to the narrator?

• A high school teacher

• A family friend and mentor

• A college professor

• A neighbor

What sport did Mr. Knapp introduce the narrator to?

• Baseball

• Basketball

• Football

• Wrestling

How did Mr. Knapp support the narrator's wrestling career?

• By providing financial support

• By organizing local tournaments

• By driving him to practices and tournaments

• By coaching his high school team

What was the impact of Mr. Knapp's mentorship on the narrator's life?

• The narrator dropped out of sports.

• The narrator gained confidence and self-esteem.

• The narrator became a professional wrestler.

• The narrator moved to a different state.

How does the narrator give back to the community now?

• By writing a book

• By becoming a wrestling coach and teacher

• By starting a travel agency

• By organizing sports events