Habit #3

According to the text, what is one of the worst emotions, and why?

• Anger, because it leads to irrational decisions

• Fear, because it prevents action and growth

• Sadness, because it lowers motivation

• Jealousy, because it damages relationships

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Three historical figures mentioned in the reading are:

• Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King Jr., and Gandhi

• Susan B. Anthony, Abraham Lincoln, and Rosa Parks

• Nelson Mandela, Susan B. Anthony, and Winston Churchill

• Winston Churchill, Thomas Jefferson, and Harriet Tubman

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the phrase “Winning is nothing more than rising each time you fall” mean?

• Winning only happens to those who never fail

• Winning requires you to avoid mistakes at all costs

• Winning means being persistent despite setbacks

• Winning depends on luck and external support

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does the text define "hard moments"?

• Situations that are physically challenging

• Conflicts between doing the right thing and the easier thing

• Times when you face peer pressure

• Decisions that do not affect your future

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is NOT an example of a "small hard moment" mentioned in the text?

• Getting up when your alarm rings

• Controlling your temper

• Choosing good friends

• Disciplining yourself to do homework

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the story of Abraham Lincoln illustrate the concept of perseverance?

• He never failed in any of his endeavors

• He rose to great heights despite repeated failures

• He was supported by his friends in every decision

• He became successful without facing challenges

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

According to the text, why is peer pressure difficult to resist?

• Everyone wants to rebel against authority

• Peers often provide logical advice

• People desire acceptance and belonging

• Peer pressure is always subtle and unnoticed

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is Albert E. Gray’s “Common Denominator of Success”?

• Always having a positive mental attitude

• Doing things failures dislike, even if you dislike them too

• Focusing on achieving goals without setbacks

• Avoiding risks to maintain stability

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Why does the author use historical figures and real-life examples in the text?

• To provide evidence that supports their argument

• To make the text entertaining and humorous

• To highlight how everyone faces the same challenges

• To criticize modern society’s values

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

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The text says, "Feel the fear and do it anyway." Which situation best illustrates this advice?

• Ignoring advice from others to avoid failure

• Trying out for a team despite being nervous

• Letting fear guide your decision-making process

• Avoiding risks to stay safe

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3