Question

1. what does sotomayor suggest about the relationship between sadness and appreciation of good moments? a) that sadness should be avoided at all costs b) that sadness teaches us to value happiness and blessings more c) that sadness is more important than happiness d) that theres no connection between both emotions 8. when sotomayor says \you are me,\ what message is she transmitting to students? a) that everyone should become judges b) that sharing similar backgrounds means having the same potential for success c) that only children from the bronx can succeed d) that everyone should move to washington d.c. 9. what does the fact that the housing projects where she grew up now bear her name demonstrate? a) that she was always famous b) that success can transform and honor humble places of origin c) that she changed her name when she became famous d) that only wealthy people can have buildings named after them 10. why does sotomayor emphasize multiple forms of reading (physical books, computer, newspapers, magazines)? a) to demonstrate she knows different technologies b) to show that the reading method is more important than content c) to emphasize that acquiring knowledge is important, regardless of format d) to criticize traditional books 11. what does sotomayors attitude toward her diabetes reveal about facing personal challenges? a) that challenges should be hidden from others b) that limitations can become opportunities to develop strength and discipline c) that health problems prevent success d) that its better to pretend problems dont exist 12. when sotomayor describes her educational path (high school, college, law school), what principle is she illustrating? a) that success requires long - term planning and perseverance b) that only intelligent people can study that much c) that education is more important than hard work d) that everyone must follow exactly the same path

Explanation:

• For question 7: Sadness often gives contrast and makes us cherish good - times more.
• For question 8: Sharing similar backgrounds can imply similar potential for success.
• For question 9: Naming housing projects after her shows success can honor humble origins.
• For question 10: Emphasizing different reading forms is about knowledge acquisition regardless of format.
• For question 11: Her attitude towards diabetes shows limitations can build strength.
• For question 12: Her educational path shows long - term planning and perseverance are key to success.

Answer:

1. c) That sadness teaches us to value happiness and blessings more
2. b) That sharing similar backgrounds means having the same potential for success
3. b) That success can transform and honor humble places of origin
4. c) To emphasize that acquiring knowledge is important, regardless of format
5. b) That limitations can become opportunities to develop strength and discipline
6. a) That success requires long - term planning and perseverance