1. Describe an unexpected obstacle you have experienced and overcome. How did you approach it and eventually overcome it? Do you think this made you stronger?
2. In the context of the text, how does a person overcome adversity? What can we learn from Chris' attitude towards the fact that he will never walk again? What are some of the challenges you have faced in life? How did you overcome them? Cite evidence from the text, your own experience and other media and literature to support your answer.
3. In the context of the text, what makes a family? How does Chris’ family support him throughout the text? What are some of the experiences you have had where the support of family and friends made a significant difference? How important is it to have the support of family and friends? Cite evidence from the text, your own experience and other media and literature to support your answer.
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