1. Match the following statements in a way that challenges stereotypes. a. 1. suffers from chronic asthma. Two surgeons were sitting down to lunch when one of them made a call on the mobile phone b. The boy who won the drawing competition went to the dias 2. to become an astronaut which she did One of the fastest athletes in the world 3. to speak with her daughter who had just returned from school, 4. on a wheelchair to collect his prize. d. She was not that well-off but had a dream
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. 3: Many people have formed a stereotype that people living in cities or having influential jobs like surgeon are busy and do not give time to their family. But this example proves that feelings for the family are universal and the surgeon wanted to talk to her daughter.
(b). 4: This challenges the stereotype that crippled children are good for nothing. But the truth is that they have only one, or probably two defective organs, but they can still use their mind and talent and win prizes like this boy.
(c). 1: Remark. This challenges the stereotype that chronic asthma patients can not run fast or take part in sports.
(d). 2: Remark. The challenges the stereotype that only influential and high-class people can dream big. Even poor people can dream big and prove themselves.