Joe grew up in Sierra Leone, a small West African country. He had nice manners, got good grades, and, like you, always listened to his parents. Well, maybe not always.
Joe had goals and dreams, like you. He knew he had to make a big move in order to achieve them. Joe wanted to go to America.
His friends and family said people would laugh at his accent and fear his dark skin. They said he’d never fit in. He was different. Perhaps like you. Joe smiled and said, “Watch me.”
Comprehension Questions
1. What was Joe's big dream?
A. To come to America.
B. To listen to his parents.
C. To become a doctor.
2. How did Joe find his courage to achieve his goals and dreams?
A. He studied hard.
B. He would say "Watch me"
C. A and B
A. He studied hard.
B. He would say "Watch me"
C. A and B
Your Thoughts
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Vocabulary
4. List any vocabulary words below.