Dennis Shirley - Teachers Make a Difference

Dennis Shirley - Teachers Make a Difference

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English

9th - 10th Grade

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The speaker reflects on the significant impact Mr. Tim Isaacs, an English teacher at West Springfield High School in the 1970s, had on their life. Mr. Isaacs introduced students to American literature, including Thoreau's 'Walden,' which left a lasting impression. The speaker shares personal experiences at Walden Pond and expresses gratitude to Mr. Isaacs for his mentorship and for fostering a space for intellectual debate and growth.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the teacher that had a significant impact on the narrator's life during high school?

Mrs. Sarah Brown

Mr. Tim Isaacs

Mr. John Smith

Ms. Emily Johnson

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the focus of the course that Mr. Isaacs invited students to join?

European History

American Literature

World Geography

Modern Art

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of Walden Pond to the narrator?

It inspired the name of the narrator's daughter.

It was a location for school field trips.

It was a place for family picnics.

It was where the narrator learned to swim.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the narrator's classmate view Henry David Thoreau?

As a famous scientist

As a crazy dreamer

As a brilliant philosopher

As a talented musician

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At the age of 60, how does the narrator perceive Henry David Thoreau?

As a distant memory

As a mentor and guide

As an irrelevant figure

As a fictional character