Assignment

 Read Chapter 4 of Give and Take thoroughly. Based on the information in Chapter 4 (Finding the Diamond in the Rough), write a one-page essay on your own experience as a "diamond in the rough." Who saw talent in you when you were growing up? What were you interested in as a kid, and how were you motivated to do better? Who in your life gave you the spark to excel and succeed? On page 105, the author talks about the commitment and hard work of students to achieve their goals. What kind of commitment have you made with yourself? Do you have grit? If so, provide an example