Understanding Challenges and Ambitions

Stacey Abrams shares her journey from being a high school valedictorian to facing discrimination at the Governor's Mansion. She discusses her commitment to opening opportunities for marginalized communities and her strategies for pursuing change. Despite setbacks, she emphasizes the importance of understanding one's ambitions, learning from mistakes, and overcoming obstacles like finances, fear, and fatigue. Her ultimate goal is to achieve justice and social progress.

What was the speaker's notable achievement in high school?

• Receiving a scholarship

• Graduating as valedictorian

• Winning a sports championship

• Becoming a class president

Why did the speaker's family take the bus to the governor's mansion?

• They preferred public transport

• They didn't own a car

• They wanted to save money

• Their car broke down

How did the speaker's parents react to the guard's refusal at the mansion?

• They left quietly

• They argued with the guard

• They called the police

• They showed the invitation

What was the speaker's long-term goal after her experience at the governor's mansion?

• To become a minister

• To move to another state

• To open opportunities for all

• To become a governor

What are the three questions the speaker asks herself about her goals?

• What, Why, How

• Who, What, Why

• Why, When, How

• What, When, Where

According to the speaker, what should not deter you from pursuing your ambitions?

• Support

• Success

• Setbacks

• Resources

What does the speaker identify as a common obstacle to achieving dreams?

• Lack of support

• Lack of skills

• Finances

• Lack of time

How does the speaker suggest dealing with fear?

• Accepting it

• Avoiding it

• Confronting it

• Ignoring it

What does the speaker say fatigue can lead to?

• Improved focus

• Greater creativity

• Increased motivation

• Acceptance of lesser goals

What is the speaker's ultimate goal in her pursuit of justice?

• To travel the world

• To eradicate poverty

• To gain personal success

• To become famous