Respond to these stories by considering what the lesson or change in understanding is in each of them. Share your thoughts and reactions. List as many of these key words as you can from the first paragraph. Expalin why you think about it the way you do.
Tramatic experiences cause people to grow up and take notice of things beside themselves.
Some may gladly take on their new-found responsibilties, whicle others may shy away from their independence. Others may become confused and not know what to do with themselves and find someone to take care of them.