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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Setting Goals: Evaluating a Speech by Randy Pausch

Question 1 • 2026 Summer 305 ELA/ESOL CR_Grade 8

What is the central idea of “The Last Lecture”?

Answer
A
Dreams distract you from dealing with the real parts of life.
B
Fight for your dreams, no matter the cost.
C
It is important to achieve your dreams and to help others achieve theirs.
D
Facing a terminal illness makes you reconsider your life choices.
What is the central idea of “The Last Lecture”?