Question

independent practice
directions: answer the multiple choice questions for \cultivate resilience: how to get back on the
horse.\ 5 minutes

1. why does the author use the metaphor of being \tossed off the horse\ in paragraph 1? rl4

a. to show how failure can create fear
b. to provide a visual image of success
c. to demonstrate how entertaining failure can be
d. to illustrate how difficult it can be to accomplish a dream

1. read the following sentence from paragraph 12:

this is the growth mindset. knowing that failure is an inherent part of growth and development, and not only
being ok with it, but also being open, curious and eager to learn from those failures.
which of the following words best represents the meaning of \inherent\ as it is used in this sentence? rl4
a. avoidable
b. necessary
c. superior
d. unfortunate

1. what is the main idea of the article? ri.2

a. a fixed mindset is a fear of failure that is rarely overcome.
b. it is important to accept people who have both growth mindset and fixed mindsets.
c. people are born with a certain type of mindset that determines how successful they will be.
d. a growth mindset helps people learn to persevere when they face challenges in order to succeed.

1. how does the section \check your mindset.\ contribute to the authors idea of growth and fixed mindset? rl5

a. it supports the science behind growth mindset.
b. it helps parents learn how to encourage their kids.
c. it argues against carol dwecks theories about mindset.
d. it reminds individuals that they are in control of their mindset.

Explanation:

1. The metaphor "tossed off the horse" is a common way to represent failure, and failure often creates fear.
2. "Inherent" means something that is a natural and necessary part of something else.
3. The main idea of an article about growth mindset is likely centered around its benefits, like helping people persevere.
4. The section "Check your mindset" is likely about self - awareness and control over one's mindset.

Answer:

1. A. To show how failure can create fear
2. B. necessary
3. D. A growth mindset helps people learn to persevere when they face challenges in order to succeed.
4. D. It reminds individuals that they are in control of their mindset.