Different Ways to Be Smart
These people are sensitive to sound and rhythms. They are gifted in singing.
Musical/Rhythmical
Why is she so strict?
[Introductory Clause] why she is so strict.
My family decided to _______________ to the United states last year. (immigrant)
immigrate
Diana is already at the store. Marta ________________. (arrive)
has (just) arrived
Argument
These "picture people" are often good at drawing or painting.
Visual/Spatial
What did they do at the mall?
[Introductory Clause] what they did at the mall.
creative
Diana ____________ books on the shelves for 1 hour. (put)
has been putting
Trust
Some people are "self smart." They often enjoy spending time alone.
Intrapersonal
[Introductory Clause] what Marvin's punishment was.
She struggled when she first came to the U.S., but now she is very ___________ (success)
successful
Diana's feet are tired. She _________________ all day long. (stand)
has been standing
Cope with
manage/deal with
Certain people are gifted in exploring deep questions about the meaning of life and death.
Existential
Will they go to college?
[Introductory Clause] if/whether they will go to college.
educated
Marta __________ for the bus for 20 minutes. (wait)
has been waiting
Worthwhile
Valuable, important
Some people are "body smart." They are often athletic.
Bodily/Kinesthetic
Did you finish your homework?
[Introductory Clause] if/whether you finished your homework.
Parents and children ____________ on many issues. They often don't agree with each other. (differences)
differ
Marta ____________ to tell Daria she will be late. (call)
has (just) called
high-paying
a job that pays a high salary/a lot of money