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Swimming Struggle: Text Comprehension
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Swimming Struggle: Text Comprehension

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What did the author do the next morning to conquer his fear of water?

  • Stayed on the shore watching the water
  • Decided to never go near the lake again
  • Stripped and dived into the lake (correct)
  • Asked for help from someone else

    • Why does the author mention Roosevelt's quote 'All we have to fear is fear itself' in the text?

  • To show that the author disagrees with Roosevelt's perspective
  • To highlight the dangers of fear
  • To criticize Roosevelt's fear management techniques
  • To emphasize the importance of facing one's fears (correct)

    • What did Gilbert Peak do in response to the author's actions in the lake?

  • Called for help from others
  • Laughed at the author's fear
  • Ignored the author completely
  • Echoed the author's shouts of joy (correct)

    • How did Douglas ensure that he conquered his old terror?

    <p>By walking trails and climbing peaks despite fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the author mention his experience of almost drowning in vivid detail?

    <p>To convey the intense panic he felt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lesson does Douglas draw from his childhood experience of overcoming terror?

    <p>To appreciate life and freedom after conquering fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Douglas mean when he states 'In death there is peace'?

    <p>Living is full of fear, but death is not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Douglas describe his experience of swimming across the lake?

    <p>'Just as Doug Corpron used to do'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'All we have to fear is fear itself.' How does this quote relate to Douglas' experience with water?

    <p>'Fear itself' can be scarier than the actual danger</p> Signup and view all the answers

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