Marquitta T. Speller - Teachers Make a Difference Dr. Anderson & Ms. Berger

The speaker reflects on two influential teachers, Dr. Anderson and Miss Burger, who inspired them to become an educator. Dr. Anderson ignited a passion for English and literature, while Miss Burger, despite teaching a disliked subject, helped the speaker develop a sense of agency and success. Both teachers played pivotal roles in shaping the speaker's educational journey.

Which teacher inspired the narrator's passion for English and reading?

• Miss Burger

• Mr. Smith

• Dr. Anderson

• Mrs. Johnson

What activity did Dr. Anderson use to engage the class?

• Memorizing Shakespeare

• Writing essays

• Watching movies

• Group projects

What subject did Miss Burger teach?

• Chemistry

• Mathematics

• History

• Biology

How did Miss Burger influence the narrator despite their dislike for chemistry?

• By offering extra credit

• By giving easy tests

• By helping them develop a sense of agency

• By making chemistry fun

What did both Dr. Anderson and Miss Burger inspire the narrator to become?

• A scientist

• A writer

• An educator

• A musician