David Dye - Teachers Make a Difference - Eva Horan

The speaker reflects on the impact of Mrs. Eva Horan, a teacher from 7th and 8th grade, who recognized the potential in her students and challenged them with advanced reading and writing assignments. Mrs. Horan's influence expanded the speaker's worldview and led to a recommendation for a rigorous high school program, which was pivotal in shaping the speaker's critical thinking and writing skills.

What was the unique characteristic of the group of students Mrs. Horan collected?

• They were all top performers in mathematics.

• They were all from the same neighborhood.

• They were all interested in sports.

• They were all curious and capable of more than the school demanded.

What was the challenging assignment given by Mrs. Horan?

• A science project on ecosystems.

• A math competition.

• A 10-page essay on 'The Count of Monte Cristo'.

• A group presentation on world history.

How did Mrs. Horan help the narrator expand their worldview?

• By introducing them to diverse cultures through books.

• By focusing solely on local history.

• By organizing international trips.

• By teaching them a new language.

What was the significant recommendation made by Mrs. Horan?

• To start a book club.

• To join a local sports team.

• To attend a summer camp.

• To enroll in an academically rigorous high school program.

What skills did the narrator develop due to Mrs. Horan's influence?

• Artistic and musical talents.

• Public speaking and debate skills.

• Critical thinking, deep reading, and argument construction.

• Cooking and gardening skills.