One-Legged Model Becomes Catwalk Star: BORN DIFFERENT

One-Legged Model Becomes Catwalk Star: BORN DIFFERENT

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Jack Ayers, a model and personal trainer, has overcome challenges related to his congenital condition, proximal femoral focal deficiency (PFFD). Despite early struggles with confidence, Jack chose to amputate his leg at 16, which led to a successful career in modeling and fitness. He became the first amputee to walk at New York Fashion Week and appeared on the cover of Men's Health. Jack now works with Models of Diversity, advocating for more inclusivity in the fashion industry. He aims to focus on training amputees, offering them unique support and inspiration.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What significant milestone did Jack Ayers achieve in October 2015?

He became a personal trainer.

He walked in Milan Fashion Week.

He appeared on the cover of Men's Health.

He signed with a modeling agency.

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What condition was Jack Ayers born with that affected his right leg?

Cerebral palsy

Muscular dystrophy

Spina bifida

Proximal femoral focal deficiency

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what age did Jack Ayers decide to have his leg amputated?

20

16

18

14

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What career did Jack Ayers pursue after his amputation?

Fashion designer

Personal trainer

Professional swimmer

Motivational speaker

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is Jack Ayers' goal for the modeling industry?

To start his own modeling agency

To increase diversity by using more diverse models

To focus solely on fitness modeling

To become the highest-paid model