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What does Nell emphasize about herself during her speech?
What does Nell emphasize about herself during her speech?
- Her love for football and God (correct)
- Her pride in being a Medford High cheerleader
- Her advocacy for new science equipment
- Her friendship with many students
Why did the audience react negatively to Sheldon's perceived disregard for football?
Why did the audience react negatively to Sheldon's perceived disregard for football?
- They disagreed with his advocacy for new science equipment
- They were offended by his dismissive attitude towards football (correct)
- They felt it was disrespectful towards Nell
- They were surprised by his lack of interest in sports
What did Nell reveal about Sheldon's childhood attachment?
What did Nell reveal about Sheldon's childhood attachment?
- His fondness for hockey
- His passion for soccer
- His love for basketball
- His attachment to the New York Yankees (correct)
What promise does Sheldon make during his speech?
What promise does Sheldon make during his speech?
What is the main focus of Nell's speech about her opponent?
What is the main focus of Nell's speech about her opponent?
Nell mentions Sheldon's lobbying for new science equipment in her speech.
Nell mentions Sheldon's lobbying for new science equipment in her speech.
Sheldon accuses Nell of being a Yankees fan.
Sheldon accuses Nell of being a Yankees fan.
Nell criticizes Sheldon for his support of organized religion and sports.
Nell criticizes Sheldon for his support of organized religion and sports.
Sheldon promises to secure new science equipment for the school if elected.
Sheldon promises to secure new science equipment for the school if elected.
The students chant 'Nell, Nell' at the end of the text.
The students chant 'Nell, Nell' at the end of the text.
Why does Sheldon ask Missy for help?
Why does Sheldon ask Missy for help?
What does Sheldon express his frustration over?
What does Sheldon express his frustration over?
What does Georgie refuse to do for Sheldon?
What does Georgie refuse to do for Sheldon?
What do Sheldon and Georgie express their hopes for?
What do Sheldon and Georgie express their hopes for?
Study Notes
- Nell Cavanaugh and Sheldon Cooper are the two presidential candidates, and students are encouraged to listen carefully before casting their votes.
- Nell begins her speech by thanking those present and expresses her pride in being friends with many students.
- She uses her speech to discuss her opponent Sheldon Cooper, mentioning his advocacy for new science equipment and his dismissive attitude towards football.
- The audience reacts negatively to Sheldon's perceived disregard for football, and Nell capitalizes on this by sharing her opponent's lack of belief in God.
- Nell, a Medford High cheerleader, emphasizes her love for football and God before revealing Sheldon's place of birth, New York, and his childhood attachment to the New York Yankees.
- Sheldon enters the stage, acknowledging that he might face the consequences of Nell's revelations, and promises to work towards getting new science equipment if elected.
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Description
Analyze the presidential candidates' speeches and their strategies to win over the audience. Consider the use of personal information, controversial topics, and promises in their speeches.
