We are going to study the commencement speech given by Steve Jobs to Stanford University graduates in 2005.
Before we begin, work with a partner or group and brainstorm everything you know about Steve Jobs. Think about the following things:
- His family background.
- His education.
- His career successes and failures.
- His reputation.
Ensure your understanding of the meaning and usage of the following vocabulary:
- to drop out (of school)
- calligraphy
- typography
- to have a falling-out (with someone)
- to settle (for something)
- to be diagnosed (with a disease)
- pancreas
Exercise
Watch the video and answer the questions after.