Mags Webster - Teachers Make a Difference - Ruth Mulliner

The speaker reflects on their educational journey, highlighting the influence of Miss Mulliner, a teacher at their primary school in Ashbourne, Derbyshire. Despite being young, students were exposed to advanced subjects like Shakespeare, the Bible, Greek mythology, and Latin. This early exposure fostered a love for words and literature. The school's philosophy emphasized that children could learn beyond perceived abilities. While Miss Mulliner was a significant influence, she was also strict, especially in math, which the speaker struggled with. The speaker credits Miss Mulliner and Miss Jones for their strong foundation in language.

Where did the narrator grow up?

• Canada

• United States

• Australia

• England

What subjects were included in the advanced curriculum at the narrator's primary school?

• Mathematics and Science

• History and Geography

• Shakespeare and Greek Mythology

• Art and Music

What language did the narrator learn at an early age?

• French

• German

• Spanish

• Latin

How did the narrator feel about Miss Mulliner's teaching style in math?

• Encouraged and supported

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Scared and confronted

• Confused and lost

What lasting impact did Miss Mulliner have on the narrator?

• An interest in art

• A passion for science

• An appreciation for literature

• A love for mathematics