On this date in 1939, the first commercial television station began broadcasting in Schenectady, New York. Explain whether television has been a net positive or net negative for society since then.
Describe your idea of a perfect dad or mom.
“We Americans are the best informed people on earth as to the events of the last twenty-four hours; we are the not the best informed as the events of the last sixty centuries.” -Will Durant, born on this date in 1885. True or false, and does it matter if he’s correct?
If you could choose another name, what name would you choose and why?
“Good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment.” -Will Rogers, born on this date in 1879. Describe a supposedly fun thing you’ll never do again.
“Everything is funny, as long as it’s happening to somebody else.” -Will Rogers, born on this date in 1879. Describe a time you laughed about something you’re glad didn’t happen to you.
If you were given $1 million on the condition that you must donate it anonymously to a charity or stranger, how would you contribute the money?
Think about your favorite character in a book or a television show. In what ways are you like that character? In what ways are you different?