Booker T. Washington's Educational Journey

The transcript narrates Booker T. Washington's journey from slavery to education. Despite the initial disappointment of not attending school, he worked in salt mines and later found employment with a strict but compassionate employer. This opportunity allowed him to pursue education, where he excelled and learned from teachers who embodied Christ-like character. Washington's story emphasizes the importance of lifting others to uplift oneself.

What was Booker T. Washington's initial reaction to the opening of a school for Black children in his town?

• He was excited and hopeful.

• He was angry.

• He was indifferent.

• He was disappointed because he couldn't attend.

What metaphor does Washington use to describe his experience in the mines?

• Jonah in the belly of a great fish

• A bird in a cage

• A ship lost at sea

• A lion in a den

How did Washington's employer contribute to his educational journey?

• By introducing him to influential people

• By giving him books to read

• By offering him a job that allowed him to save money

• By providing financial support

What challenges did Washington face on his way to the school?

• He got lost multiple times.

• He had to walk long distances.

• He faced hunger and had to sleep under bridges.

• He was robbed on the way.

What task was Washington given upon arriving at the school, and how did he approach it?

• He was asked to cook a meal and he did it reluctantly.

• He was asked to clean a classroom and he did it meticulously.

• He was asked to write an essay and he did it quickly.

• He was asked to paint a fence and he did it carelessly.

What was the principal's reaction to Washington's work in the classroom?

• The principal was pleased and accepted him.

• The principal was angry.

• The principal was indifferent.

• The principal was unimpressed.

What aspect of the teachers at the school had a profound impact on Washington?

• Their strict discipline

• Their Christ-like character

• Their academic knowledge

• Their wealth and status

How did Washington view his role after his experiences and education?

• As a famous author

• As a wealthy businessman

• As a servant to others

• As a leader of a political movement

What does Washington mean by saying he is a 'branch grafted on the tree of the church'?

• He is a religious leader.

• He is part of a larger community of faith.

• He is a literal branch of a tree.

• He is a church builder.

What is the central message Washington conveys about lifting oneself up?

• Rely solely on education.

• Ignore others and focus on self-improvement.

• Lift others to lift yourself.

• Focus on personal success only.