Barrington Irving
Three Cheers for Nanny State
Words do not pay
Rabbit Proof Fence
Vocabulary
100

An obstacle Barrington had to overcome to achieve his dream 

Crime

Poverty

Failing Schools

Lack of confidence 

100

What new law was proposed in New York City?

A ban on large-size sugary drinks.

100

What is the one problem Chief Joseph has with the "good words" of others?

These words do not help his people

100

At the beginning of the story. Where are the sisters living?

A settlement

100

Impose

To establish or bring about as if by force

200

What was Barrington first two big dreams?

Being a pilot and flying solo around the world

200

What do people fear they will lose with the new law?

Their freedoms

The ability to make choices

200

According to Chief Joseph, what is the one thing the white man needs to live in peace with the Indian?

Treat all people the same.

200

Where does Molly want to go?

Jigalong

200

Misrepresentation 

To give a false or misleading representation of usually with an intent to deceive or be unfair

300

How did Barrington increase his flight skills?

He practiced at home on a flight simulator video game.

300

What psychological concept is discussed in this article?

Cognitive Bias

300

According to Chief Joseph, what is the one thing all men have in common?

All men were made by the same God and should have equal rights.

300

How does Molly know about the Rabbit Proof fence?

Her father was a fence inspector

300

Achieve 

To succeed at reaching or accomplishing (a goal, result, etc.) especially through effort

400

What is Barringtions "Experience Aviation"?

Nonprofit organization to help kids learn about flight and engineering.

400

How does the author feel about the ban?

The author supports the ban

400

Chief Joseph associates what activities with being a free man?

A free man can travel, work, and practice his religion where he choses.

400

What does Molly try to avoid when looking for a place to cross the river?

The deep parts of the river

400

Cautiously 

Careful about avoiding danger or risk

500

What was Barrington's plans with a transformed jet?

To have a flying classroom.

500

According to the author, what will most people gain from the ban?

A healthier life

500

In “Words Do Not Pay” suggests about the condition of Chief Joseph’s people at the time he made this speech.

They were suffering and poorly treated.

500

How do the girls get across the river?

A fallen tree

500

Intervene 

To interfere with the outcome or course especially of a condition or process

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