Artur Proidakov - Teachers Make a Difference - Natalya Filonenko

The speaker shares their experience with Natalia Philonkar, a dedicated Ukrainian literature teacher who provided access to contemporary Ukrainian books. Despite challenges, Natalia's efforts inspired the speaker to become a teacher and instill a love for literature in their students across Ukraine.

Who was Natalia Philonkar in the narrator's life?

• A family member

• A fellow student

• A famous author

• A Ukrainian literature teacher

What challenge did the narrator face regarding Ukrainian books?

• Locating historical documents

• Accessing contemporary Ukrainian authors

• Finding books in English

• Understanding old Ukrainian texts

What did Natalia Philonkar do to support her students?

• Wrote new textbooks

• Provided free tuition

• Traveled between cities to teach

• Organized online classes

How did Natalia Philonkar influence the narrator's career?

• Encouraged them to study abroad

• Inspired them to become a teacher

• Helped them publish a book

• Guided them in scientific research

What is the narrator's goal as a teacher?

• To become a principal

• To spread the love for literature

• To teach mathematics

• To write a novel