Question

What, according to the speaker of “A Psalm of Life,” should people do to give their lives purpose? Do you agree or disagree? Why? (40 - 75 words).

For the following you will think of a person you know, have read about, or know about from pop culture who has led a life that you truly admire (positive role model). How has this person made a difference in your world? Describe their impact on family, community, or country in a short paragraph. You may write an account of that person or interview them and transcribe the interview. (50 to 100 words).

Answer 1

The speaker of 'A Psalm of Life' believes in living life fully and leaving a legacy, which can be a matter of personal values. Malala Yousafzai is an admired individual who has made a significant global impact through her advocacy for education rights.

Step-by-step explanation:

According to the speaker of “A Psalm of Life,” people should live life to the fullest, act with purpose, and leave behind a legacy. The idea is to "act in the living present" and create footprints to guide others. Whether I agree or disagree with this statement is subjective and varies from person to individual values and beliefs.

An example of someone who has lived a life I admire is Malala Yousafzai. Malala's advocacy for education rights, especially for girls, despite the dangers she faced, has made a tremendous impact. She has inspired the global community to value and fight for education for all, showing courage and resilience.

Answer 2

It is a poem written by Henry which describes what the purpose of life is of a person and how he should fight with the problems coming his way.

Step-by-step explanation:

A psalm of life was a poem written by the famous poet Henry Wadsworth. This was written for the purpose deciding what the purpose of life of a human being is on Earth. Along with that it also describes how a person should fight with troubles, struggles that he faces in his life.

In the poem it is seen that the poet is going against the views and the thoughts of the people who think that life is just a matter of numbers and figures.