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This essay will be discussing and answering all six assigned comprehension questions about the education of Omarina , a troubled student who got the support many kids never get 5)the two questions that were asked have very different impacts.The first question”what college are you going too” was asked to students in a more developed community where money isn't a very serious issue.This had a positive impact as it was implying that students have reached that level of education where they will continue studying after high school.While on the other hand kids in a more lower class environment were asked”if they are going to college or not”This would have a completely opposite effect compared the first question, as it was implying that not everyone has reached the level of education where they can not continue their …show more content…

The third thing that should be in her life for her to be successful is people and programs that support her both emotionally and academically. This should be required because if she is going through some harsh times whether it be academically or emotional, someone will be there to support her and get her back on

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