Question
Johnson, who was diagnosed with lupus in college, said
that the experience of being disabled can be “incredibly
isolating” in a world that often views sickness as a
tragedy.
Johnson noted that not all people who are deaf or have
a chronic illness consider themselves disabled, and that
the word “disabled” can encompass a wide variety of
experiences.
“I think that there’s a misconception that sickness is
inherently tragic, and I don’t feel like my life is tragic. I
feel like my life is lovely. Sickness is a huge part of my
life, but it’s not the only part of my life,” Johnson said.
Use the passage to answer the question.
In one or two sentences, describe how these
details support a central idea of the text.
that the experience of being disabled can be “incredibly
isolating” in a world that often views sickness as a
tragedy.
Johnson noted that not all people who are deaf or have
a chronic illness consider themselves disabled, and that
the word “disabled” can encompass a wide variety of
experiences.
“I think that there’s a misconception that sickness is
inherently tragic, and I don’t feel like my life is tragic. I
feel like my life is lovely. Sickness is a huge part of my
life, but it’s not the only part of my life,” Johnson said.
Use the passage to answer the question.
In one or two sentences, describe how these
details support a central idea of the text.
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The details highlight the misconception that sickness equates to a tragic life, emphasizing that individuals like Johnson can find meaning and beauty in their experiences despite having a chronic illness. This supports the central idea that disability and illness can be complex, multifaceted experiences that do not solely define a person's identity or happiness.