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Deep Water Journey: Overcoming Fear

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What was the first skill the instructor taught in swimming lessons?

Swimming underwater

Jumping into the pool

Inhaling and exhaling (correct)

Kicking the legs

How did the author decide to confront his fear of water?

By learning advanced swimming techniques

By thinking about the power of water

By avoiding water altogether

By swimming in deep waters (correct)

What was the final step the author took to conquer his fear?

Jumping off a diving board

Practicing inhaling and exhaling underwater

Kicking his legs vigorously

Swimming in deep waters (correct)

Why did the author practice kicking the legs on the side of the pool?

To overcome fear of water Signup and view all the answers

What lesson can be derived from the Deep Water summary?

Determination and courage can help overcome fears Signup and view all the answers

What incident at the swimming pool in Yakima escalated the author's fear of water?

Being pushed into the deep end by a bully Signup and view all the answers

At what age did the author start fearing water?

4 years old Signup and view all the answers

What reaction did the father have when the wave knocked the author down at the beach in California?

He laughed, knowing there was no danger Signup and view all the answers

How did the author try to overcome his fear of water in the end?

By enrolling in a swimming class Signup and view all the answers

What did the author experience while drowning in the pool in Yakima?

Paralysis and inability to move except for his heart Signup and view all the answers

Why did the father's laughter at the beach in California not comfort the author after being knocked down by a wave?

The father's laughter made the incident scarier for the author Signup and view all the answers