A Turning Point

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A Turning Point

How a high school teacher helped shape Dwayne Johnson’s future

Updated: 2025.05.15

2 min read · Intermediate

A Turning Point

인생의 전환점

Articles

Dwayne Johnson thanks high school coach for Hollywood success

Videos

[링글] 문제아 드웨인 존슨의 삶을 바꾼 "한 번의 악수"

Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.

What part of the reading resonated with you most?

이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?

Have you ever had a teacher or mentor who changed your life in some way? What did they do for you?

여러분의 인생을 바꿔준 스승이나 멘토가 있나요? 그들은 여러분에게 어떤 도움을 주었나요?

Why do you think a small moment, like a short conversation, can have such a big impact on someone’s future?

짧은 대화와 같은 작은 순간이 누군가의 미래에 이렇게 큰 영향을 미칠 수 있다고 생각하시나요?

Dwayne Johnson’s teacher saw potential in him. Has anyone ever noticed something in you that you didn’t see yourself? How did that affect you?

드웨인 존슨의 스승은 그의 잠재력을 보았습니다. 여러분 자신도 몰랐던 자신의 모습을 발견해 준 사람이 있나요? 그것이 여러분에게 어떤 영향을 미쳤나요?

What do you think makes a good mentor? Have you ever tried to be a mentor or role model to someone else?

좋은 멘토의 조건은 무엇이라고 생각하시나요? 다른 사람의 멘토나 롤모델이 되기 위해 노력해 본 적이 있나요?

Johnson found purpose through sports. Is there something in your life—like a hobby or activity—that helped you stay motivated or focused?

존슨은 스포츠를 통해 삶의 목적을 찾았습니다. 여러분의 삶에서 동기 부여나 집중력을 유지하는 데 도움이 되는 취미나 활동이 있나요?

The article shows how guidance can change a young person’s life. How do you think society can better support teenagers who are struggling?

이 글에서는 올바른 지도가 청소년의 삶을 어떻게 변화시킬 수 있는지 보여줍니다. 사회가 어려움을 겪고 있는 청소년들을 어떻게 하면 더 잘 지원할 수 있다고 생각하시나요?

Do you believe people can really change because of one experience or person? Why or why not?

한 가지 경험이나 한 명의 사람 때문에 사람이 정말 변할 수 있다고 생각하시나요? 왜 또는 왜 그렇지 않나요?

Q10

If you could give advice to your younger self, what would you say?

어렸을 적의 여러분 자신에게 조언을 해줄 수 있다면 어떤 말을 해 주고 싶나요?

Q11

Have you ever had to adjust to a new environment, like a new school or job? How did you deal with the challenges?

새로운 학교나 직장과 같은 새로운 환경에 적응해야 했던 적이 있나요? 그 어려움에 어떻게 대처하셨나요?

Q12

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.

Expressions

foul-smelling

having a very bad or unpleasant smell

Example

The garbage was foul-smelling after sitting in the sun all day.

Example

We had to leave the room because of the foul-smelling food.

impertinence

rude or disrespectful behavior

Example

The teacher was shocked by the student’s impertinence during class.

Example

His impertinence made it hard for others to work with him.

remorse

a deep feeling of guilt or regret for something wrong done

Example

She felt deep remorse after saying hurtful words to her friend.

Example

He showed no remorse for what he had done.

physique

the form, size, and strength of a person’s body

Example

He has a strong physique from years of working out.

Example

The athlete’s powerful physique helped him win the race.

compassionate

showing kindness and a desire to help others

Example

She is a compassionate nurse who cares for every patient with love.

Example

The compassionate boy helped the injured bird without hesitation.

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