Discussion

Your exam question asks you to discuss how young people can contribute to society, finding inspiration in Michelle Obama’s “Dear Class of 2020” speech. 

When she presents her four life lessons to the audience, Obama also invites them to think about different ways in which they can contribute to society. Her list of ideas may be a good starting point for your discussion: 

Some want to march right up in front. Others prefer to stay back. Some kneel in the pews, others on the street corner. Some canvas their neighborhoods, others run for office. Some do an honest day’s work and raise good kids, others choose to focus on their education and use that degree to address these issues and build a better life for th...