Dr. Julene Reed - Teachers Make a Difference - Dr. Jane Goodall

The speaker shares their profound experiences with Dr. Jane Goodall, who has been a significant mentor and influence in their life. Starting from college, Jane's work with chimpanzees inspired the speaker, leading them to join her Roots and Shoots organization. This involvement fostered a global vision and passion for Africa. Personal anecdotes highlight Jane's compassion and humor, including her love for Tarzan and a humorous encounter with the speaker's mother. The speaker recounts trips to Tanzania and Gombe, working with students and experiencing Jane's resilience firsthand. Jane remains a cherished mentor and friend.

Who was the person that significantly influenced the speaker's life and became their mentor?

• Dr. Jane Goodall

• Dr. Marie Curie

• Dr. John Smith

• Professor Albert Einstein

What organization did the speaker and their students join that was founded by Dr. Jane Goodall?

• Save the Chimpanzees

• World Wildlife Fund

• Greenpeace

• Roots and Shoots

What fictional character did Dr. Jane Goodall aspire to be like when she was young?

• Sherlock Holmes

• Tarzan

• Robin Hood

• King Arthur

Where did the speaker travel with their students to work in villages and visit Dr. Jane Goodall's house?

• Tanzania

• Egypt

• South Africa

• Kenya

What happened to Dr. Jane Goodall during a hike that demonstrated her resilience?

• She encountered a wild animal

• A boulder fell on her and broke her arm

• She got lost in the forest

• She fell into a river