85 Year old woman trains to be a brick layer

85 Year old woman trains to be a brick layer

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Education, Professional Development, Life Skills

6th - 8th Grade

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Dorothy Gartel, an 85-year-old, defies stereotypes by mastering DIY skills after taking a home maintenance course. Her family is amazed by her abilities in bricklaying, plastering, and sewing. Dorothy's tutor praises her skill level, noting she outshines younger students. Locals affectionately call her 'Dot the Builder,' though she prefers 'Doctor Brickey.' Her story highlights the importance of lifelong learning and independence.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Dorothy Gartel's family's reaction to her new skills?

They were confused.

They were disappointed.

They were amazed.

They were indifferent.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Dorothy's age when she took the home maintenance course?

75 years old

80 years old

90 years old

85 years old

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which skill did Dorothy NOT learn in her course?

Bricklaying

Cooking

Plastering

Sewing

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What nickname do the locals give Dorothy?

DIY Dot

Builder Dorothy

Dorothy the DIYer

Dot the Builder

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Dorothy prefer to be called?

Master Builder

Doctor Brickey

DIY Queen

Dot the Builder