reading

Tales of Survival



Please read the survival stories linked below. When you are finished, answer the open ended questions in the way that we learned in class. Remember to:

1. Copy Question 2. Respond to the question 3. Use information from the text to support your response “ “ 4. When you are asked to, relate to your own personal experience

You are to answer the open ended questions in a Google Doc called "(A,B,C)LastNameFirstInitalSurvivial" Share the Doc with me: michheidelberg@gmail.com (skip sending invitation)

[|Lion] The saying “cooler heads prevail” is a great way to describe some of the people in this story.


 * Who in this story was “cool” under pressure? Explain.
 * Describe a time you have experienced poise in a difficult and stressful situation.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26834245/ Getting through tough times often involves having the right mindset.


 * How does Truman Duncan’s optimism and love for life help him through his horrific ordeal?
 * What could someone learn from reading this story in regard to how Truman looks at life? Explain thoughtfully.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26655760/ The BASE jumper's feelings don't change, despite the great fall.


 * What is the BASE Jumpers feelings at the before the jump?
 * Why do you think that his feelings won't change even though he ended up flying into the mountain?

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26640289/ A mother's love is a very powerful feeling.


 * How does the mother's love for her children help her to survive?
 * What thoughts would keep you living for the 5 days in the pickup truck?

If you have time, please read one of the other survival stories here:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21083802/