Article Reflection Questions:
1. Does Dr. Thomas have a point to stereotype certain ethnic group of
students? Does he have any clout in saying that "only his own
disrespect him?
2. What was his overall message to the students of this St. Louis high
school? What point was he trying to get across?
3. Why did Dr. Thomas feel disrespected?
4. What are his views on education? How does he feel about student
motivation? Testing?
5. Write a ½ page paragraph and write on how you would respond if Dr.
Thomas came to Judson High School with a similar message. What it
work? Would it inspire? Would the same thing happen here? Explain
your thoughts.