Meanwhile the desire to express myself grew. The few signs I used became less and less adequate, and my failures to make myself understood were invariably followed by outbursts of passion. I felt as if invisible hands were holding me, and I made frantic efforts to free myself. I struggled - not that struggling helped matters, but the spirit of resistance was strong within me.

Question

—The Story of My Life,
Helen Keller

Highlight text that shows Helen Keller’s strength.

Based on this passage, what full viewpoint could a prepared speaker share in a discussion?

I really like Helen Keller’s strong writing.
I think Helen Keller’s early outbursts were signals that she was a strong individual.
I think it would be difficult to be unable to talk as a child.
Helen Keller failed to express herself, so she had outbursts as a child.

Answer 1

The text that shows Helen Keller’s strength includes phrases such as "the desire to express myself grew," "my failures to make myself understood were invariably followed by outbursts of passion," "I felt as if invisible hands were holding me," "I made frantic efforts to free myself," and "the spirit of resistance was strong within me." These expressions reflect her determination, inner strength, and resilience in the face of adversity.

Based on this passage, a prepared speaker could share the viewpoint:

"I think Helen Keller’s early outbursts were signals that she was a strong individual."

This perspective recognizes her struggles as a manifestation of her strength and desire for self-expression, rather than merely a result of frustration. It highlights her resilience and the powerful drive to communicate despite the challenges she faced.