TED: The year I was homeless | Becky  Blanton

TED: The year I was homeless | Becky Blanton

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Journalism

10th - 12th Grade

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The speaker, a journalist, shares her journey of becoming homeless after her father's death. She lived in a van, facing numerous challenges and societal stigmas. Despite the hardships, she found hope and rediscovered her identity as a writer. Her story emphasizes that homelessness is not a reflection of one's worth and highlights the importance of hope and understanding.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What realization did the journalist come to about her identity while living in the van?

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways did the journalist's situation reflect broader societal issues regarding homelessness?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What message does the journalist convey about hope and the human spirit?

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