CLEAN : American writer Jeff Kinney receives honour from French culture minister

The speaker expresses deep gratitude for an honor received, reflecting on the importance of treating kids with respect. They share their personal journey, including studying French and being recognized for contributions to French culture. The speaker discusses the unexpected success of their work, initially facing challenges in publishing. They note a shift in how kids today are more comfortable with their identities, embracing labels like 'nerd' or 'wimp' more openly than in the past.

What does the speaker believe children appreciate in their interactions?

• Being treated like adults

• Having strict rules

• Receiving gifts

• Being left alone

Where did the speaker grow up and what language did they study in 7th grade?

• Maryland and French

• California and Spanish

• New York and Italian

• Texas and German

What was the speaker's initial career aspiration before becoming an author?

• A teacher

• A musician

• A novelist

• A newspaper cartoonist

How many languages has the speaker's work been translated into?

• 32

• 64

• 48

• 80

How does the speaker perceive the change in children's self-identification over time?

• Children are less interested in education

• Children are more rebellious

• Children are more self-conscious

• Children are more comfortable with their identities