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Which of the following best describes the author's initial perspective on her teenage years?
Which of the following best describes the author's initial perspective on her teenage years?
- A phase she'd rather forget due to its emotional turmoil. (correct)
- A period of great joy and freedom.
- A time of valuable learning experiences.
- A formative time that shaped her into who she is today.
What is the primary reason the author hesitates to revisit her teenage memories?
What is the primary reason the author hesitates to revisit her teenage memories?
- She anticipates the return of intense, unpleasant emotions. (correct)
- She fears she will be tempted to repeat past mistakes.
- She hopes to maintain an objective view of her past.
- She worries about the impact on her current relationships.
How does Lorde's perspective challenge the author's view of teenagers?
How does Lorde's perspective challenge the author's view of teenagers?
- Lorde suggests teenagers are generally misguided and lack direction, which aligns with the author's feelings.
- Lorde highlights the ambition, focus, and creativity of teenagers, contrasting the author's dismissive view. (correct)
- Lorde emphasizes the emotional instability of teenagers, confirming the author's experience.
- Lorde downplays the challenges faced by teenagers, minimizing the author's past struggles.
What positive aspect of teenage intensity does the author identify?
What positive aspect of teenage intensity does the author identify?
According to the author, what has been lost in the transition from being a teenager to being an adult in their twenties?
According to the author, what has been lost in the transition from being a teenager to being an adult in their twenties?
What does the author mean when they say they used to 'embellish our ages to get into a venue?'
What does the author mean when they say they used to 'embellish our ages to get into a venue?'
What does the author suggest is a potential downside of losing the teenage sense of absolute certainty?
What does the author suggest is a potential downside of losing the teenage sense of absolute certainty?
What advice does the author ultimately offer to teenagers?
What advice does the author ultimately offer to teenagers?
Which of the following best summarizes the author's overall message?
Which of the following best summarizes the author's overall message?
What does the author imply about the relationship between age and conviction?
What does the author imply about the relationship between age and conviction?
Which of the following is an example of the 'intensity' the author describes in relation to her teenage years?
Which of the following is an example of the 'intensity' the author describes in relation to her teenage years?
What does the author suggest is the main reason adults lose their teenage intensity for hobbies and passions?
What does the author suggest is the main reason adults lose their teenage intensity for hobbies and passions?
How does the author's reflection on her teenage years change throughout the passage?
How does the author's reflection on her teenage years change throughout the passage?
What does the author mean by 'literally die with shame'?
What does the author mean by 'literally die with shame'?
Why does the author mention 'university' and 'working life'?
Why does the author mention 'university' and 'working life'?
What underlying message does the author hope to convey by referencing her own teenage experiences and comparing them to her current adult life?
What underlying message does the author hope to convey by referencing her own teenage experiences and comparing them to her current adult life?
The author writes 'I would argue with my mum for hours about why I was 100 percent right about anything and everything.' What character trait is the author trying to convey?
The author writes 'I would argue with my mum for hours about why I was 100 percent right about anything and everything.' What character trait is the author trying to convey?
What is the significance of the author mentioning Lorde in the article?
What is the significance of the author mentioning Lorde in the article?
Which of the following best explains the phrase 'there's something about that intensity'?
Which of the following best explains the phrase 'there's something about that intensity'?
How could the author's advice to 'appreciate all those qualities you have about being so intense, passionate and sure of your beliefs' affect a teenager?
How could the author's advice to 'appreciate all those qualities you have about being so intense, passionate and sure of your beliefs' affect a teenager?
Flashcards
Puberty
Puberty
A period marked by significant emotional and hormonal changes.
Conviction
Conviction
A strong feeling of certainty or confidence in one's beliefs or opinions.
Teen Intensity
Teen Intensity
A concentrated focus or fervor towards something.
Loss of Teenage Passions
Loss of Teenage Passions
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Embellishing
Embellishing
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Self-Belief
Self-Belief
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Study Notes
- The author reflects on their teenage years with relief, acknowledging the overwhelming emotions and challenges of puberty.
- There is a desire to avoid remembering painful memories from that time, preferring to focus on the happier moments, however few there may be.
- Grammy winner Lorde's perspective on teenagers' wisdom and drive has prompted the author to reconsider their view of adolescence.
- Lorde believes teenagers possess wisdom, ambition, focus, and creativity, challenging the common perception of them as misguided.
- Teenagers' intensity can be a positive force, as seen in their dedication to passions and hobbies, providing meaning beyond academic pursuits.
- The author notes that as adults, they and their friends have lost touch with the intensity and passion they once had for hobbies and interests.
- A sense of conviction is something the author feels they've lost since their teen years, replaced by self-doubt after facing life's challenges.
- The author encourages current teenagers to appreciate their intensity, passion, and self-belief, despite the difficulties of puberty.
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