Lesson 1: Making a Difference—Today and Tomorrow
Handout 3

Answer Key to Thoughts on Robert W. Scrivner

 


Passage 1:

Possible conclusions about Robert W. Scrivner:

He looked for problems to work on before they became popular causes. Justice and Fairness, Responsibility, Caring

He believed every problem had a solution if you analyzed it enough.

He thought something through before he spoke.

He looked for promising leaders to work toward a solution for the problem. Civic Virtue and Citizenship


Passage 2:

Possible conclusions about Robert W. Scrivner:

He did a lot of research to understand a problem and seek its solution.

He thought through the problem before recommending solutions.

He was skilled at getting information and a good listener.

Even though he was smart, he was humble.

He cared a lot about improving things.

He encouraged others to think they could make a difference in what they were doing.


Passage 3:

Possible conclusions about Robert W. Scrivner:

He cared about the people and the issues.

He could clearly and simply describe a problem.

He was not in a rush to solve a problem but was willing to wait until the time was right to deal with its solutions.