13. Choices and Chance
This set of challenges asks you to focus on fate, luck, fortune, chance, and choices. Clint Eastwood, as Harry Callahan in Dirty Harry, said it best: “You’ve got to ask yourself one question: ‘Do I feel lucky?’ Well, do ya, punk?”
Now get started writing!
274. Taking Risks
Suggested time: 10–15 minutes
Do you consider yourself a risk taker or risk-averse? Explain why, providing specific examples.
Did you know?
Penicillin was discovered by chance. In 1928, scientist Alexander Fleming went on vacation without cleaning up his work area. When he returned, he discovered on some of his cultures a strange fungus that prevented ...
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