Yong Zhao - Teachers Make a Difference - Miss Wong

The speaker reflects on growing up in China during the 1970s, highlighting the poverty and educational challenges faced by their family. Despite education being nominally free, fees were still a burden. A supportive teacher played a crucial role in the speaker's education by allowing flexible payment and creating a nurturing environment. This experience was mirrored by other teachers who provided financial and emotional support, emphasizing the importance of educators in shaping lives.

What was the economic status of the narrator's family in China during the 1970s?

• Government officials

• Wealthy merchants

• Middle-class professionals

• Peasants and farmers

What challenge did the narrator face regarding education in China?

• High tuition fees

• Difficulty in paying even minimal fees

• Language barriers

• Lack of schools

How did the narrator's middle school teacher assist them?

• By providing free textbooks

• By giving them a scholarship

• By offering private tutoring

• By allowing flexible fee payments

What did the supportive teacher create for the narrator?

• A scholarship fund

• A new curriculum

• A place to feel special and wanted

• A special study group

What kind of support did the narrator receive from many teachers?

• Sports and extracurricular support

• Financial and emotional support

• Language and cultural exchange

• Technical and vocational training