The Power of a New Week
In the quiet of Sunday evening, Alex sat in his room, staring at the blank planner in front of him. The start of a new week was nearing, bringing with it a fresh slate filled with opportunities. Every new week is a blank canvas, waiting to be adorned with strokes of our actions, decisions, and experiences. It presents a chance to correct past mistakes, pursue new goals, and make progress in our ongoing endeavors. For students like Alex, it's an opportunity to plan for academic success, balance co-curricular activities, and allocate time for relaxation and fun. Alex began to fill his planner, ensuring to balance his schoolwork, football practice, and social activities. He penciled in time for studying, set goals for the week, and scheduled breaks for relaxation. As the days rolled by, Alex could feel the difference. No longer was he rushing last-minute to complete assignments or missing out on football practice. He felt more organized, focused, and in control of his time. His grades improved, and he was performing better on the football field too. All because he made a conscious effort at the start of the week to plan and balance his activities. Remember, every new week is a fresh start. Embrace it, plan for it, and make the most of it. Success lies not just in dreaming but in planning for those dreams and acting upon them. As Benjamin Franklin once said, 'By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.' So, gear up, take charge of the new week, and carve your path to success.
Question 1
What does the author mean by referring to every new week as a 'blank canvas'?
It's a new painting
It's a new week to start over
It's an empty room
It's a blank paper
It's a new day to sleep in
Question 2
What was the significant change in Alex when he started planning for his week?
He got a new haircut
He started going to bed earlier
He became more organized and improved in his academics and football
He started skipping school
He stopped playing football
Question 3
What does the quote 'By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail' imply?
It's about failing twice
It's about failing in a test
It emphasizes the importance of planning and preparation for success
It's about preparing for a meal
It's about failing to wake up early
Question 4
Why did Alex start to use a planner?
To keep track of his TV shows
To plan for his academic success, balance co-curricular activities, and allocate time for relaxation
To keep track of his meals
Because his teacher forced him
Because his friends were using it
Question 5
What is the central idea of the content?
About Alex's football hobby
About Alex's school life
The importance and benefits of planning and balancing activities
About Alex's social life
About Alex's favorite TV shows
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