Published: 15 Apr 2003

One of Gor's friends manages to turn his life around and go from gang member to successful businessman.

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COMPREHENSION:

  1. Multiple Choice

STUDENT TASKS:

  1. Who is your hero? Write a short essay on who you admire the most.
  2. Everyone has good points. Put the names of everyone in the class in a hat. Take turns to pick a name. (If you pick your own name then try again!) Take a look at the name you have picked. Give them a "good label" and then write one sentence describing their good points. If you don't know that person very well then take the time to get to know them.
  3. What is your dream? Write down five things you want to achieve before your 21st birthday. Pin the piece of paper above your bed to remind you of your goals.
  4. You have been given the chance to open a stall in the market. What will you sell? Write down your plan of what you will sell, where you will buy it from and how much it will all cost.

CLASS DISCUSSION :

  1. If someone is labeled as being "stupid" by everyone do you think that person will eventually believe it? What can you do to help that person believe in themself? Is it possible for you to make a difference in their life?

"A Success Story" was originally published in the Learning Post, a supplement of the Bangkok Post. It is used here with their kind permission.

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