Educated Chapter 5: Honest Dirt Flashcards

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Questions and Answers

What did Tyler tell Dad?

Tyler told Dad that he is going to college.

Who are the older brothers that left?

Tony and Shawn.

What are the two types of professors according to Dad?

The ones who know they're lying and the ones who think they're telling the truth.

When did Mother come out of the basement?

When the sun had gone down and she only stayed for an hour because then she would get a migraine. Signup and view all the answers

How was Tyler different from the other kids?

He liked books and he was quiet. He liked organizing things that he saved his pencil shavings in a shelf of match boxes that were organized by year. He also liked music from Mozart and Chopin. Signup and view all the answers

How did Tyler and Tara connect?

They became closer through music. Signup and view all the answers

What was wrong with Luke?

Luke had a severe learning disability and struggled with reading. Signup and view all the answers

How was learning in the family?

Learning in the family was self-directed. Signup and view all the answers

What did Tyler do during school?

Tyler self-taught himself trigonometry and he asked his teacher for a calculus book so he could learn at home. Signup and view all the answers

What memory of Tyler and Dad did Tara remember?

Dad's voice rising up from the floor while Tyler drinks his tacos. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Tyler like Grandpa and Grandma?

He liked them because they were calm and organized. Signup and view all the answers

What did Dad get in exchange for bills?

Dad got silver and gold. Signup and view all the answers

What did Tyler leave for Tara before he left for college?

He left her a CD from the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Tyler different from his other brothers, Tony and Shawn?

He was different because he left the mountain to do something that he wasn't taught. Signup and view all the answers

What did the soft white carpet at Grandma's remind Tara of?

The carpet reminded her of Tyler and she felt angry when she saw it because Tyler left. Signup and view all the answers

Why didn't Tara wash her hands after the bathroom?

She said they didn't even have soap in the bathroom at home. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Family Dynamics and Education

Tyler informs Dad about attending college, which sparks Dad's disapproval, describing college as for "dumb people."
Older brothers who left home include Tony and Shawn; their departure impacts the family dynamic.
Dad's view of professors: two categories exist—those aware of their dishonesty and those who believe their own falsehoods.

Parental Relationships

Mother's limited interaction with the family: emerges from the basement at night for only an hour due to severe migraines.
Tyler feels a deeper connection with Tara through music, sharing late-night CD listening sessions.

Individual Struggles and Learning

Luke faces a severe learning disability but excels in outdoor skills, particularly knowledge of mountains.
Family learning environment is largely self-directed, with minimal formal education from Mother, who conducts infrequent “school” sessions.
Tyler engages in independent study, mastering trigonometry and seeking calculus resources to learn at home.

Emotional Connections and Memories

Tara recalls a vivid memory of Dad's voice while Tyler eats tacos, indicating the chaos of their upbringing.
Tyler holds fondness for grandparents due to their calm and organized demeanor; they represent a refuge amidst family turmoil.
Tyler leaves Tara a special memento, a CD from the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, signifying their bond as he departs for college.

Contrasting Paths

Tyler distinguishes himself from brothers Tony and Shawn by pursuing education outside of familial expectations; they follow Dad's teachings.
Tara has a negative emotional reaction to Grandma's soft white carpet, symbolizing her anger over Tyler's departure.

Hygiene and Environment

Tara's neglect of handwashing is attributed to the absence of soap in their home bathroom, highlighting the family's disarray and neglect in daily life.

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Test your knowledge on Chapter 5 of 'Educated' by Tara Westover with these flashcards. This chapter explores themes of education and family dynamics. Challenge yourself with key concepts and quotes from the text.