INTERVIEW: Jimmy and Joi Horowitz on the best thing about being parents

INTERVIEW: Jimmy and Joi Horowitz on the best thing about being parents

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Biology, Social Studies, Other

6th - 7th Grade

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The speaker shares a personal story about their daughter, a premature baby, and how it led to their involvement with the March of Dimes. Initially unaware of the organization, they became active fundraisers and eventually joined the board. The March of Dimes, once known for combating polio, now focuses on premature birth and birth defects. The speaker emphasizes the need to raise awareness about the organization's current mission and efforts to reconnect with Hollywood.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led the speaker to become involved with the March of Dimes?

A television advertisement

A community event

A friend's recommendation

A family member's premature birth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the March of Dimes as mentioned by the speaker?

Breast cancer research

Heart disease prevention

Premature birth and birth defects

Diabetes management

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what challenge does the March of Dimes face today?

Lack of funding

Need for reinvention

Decreasing volunteer numbers

Competition from other charities

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical connection is the speaker trying to revive?

The alliance with international organizations

The partnership with local hospitals

The link between March of Dimes and Hollywood

The collaboration with educational institutions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original mission of the March of Dimes?

To support cancer research

To provide educational scholarships

To promote environmental conservation

To combat polio