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Should you go to college? That’s an important question. To help find the answer, first respond to these questions: Whatdo I love todo?What aremyhobbies? What do I have a passion for? What are my options? Do I have to go to college to get the skills I need to be successful? Going to college may be your best option. Or another road might lead you to success. Either way, consider every option and be open to all possibilities. And most of all, be willing to learn and work hard, nomatter where life takes you!

Getting hands-on experience on a farm during your summer vacation is a great way to determine if a career in agriculture is a good match for your skills and personality.

RESEARCH PROJECT How do you like to learn? Via hands-on training? In formal classes? Or via a combination of these learning strategies? Write a one-page report that summarizes the pros and cons of each educational method.

TEXT-DEPENDENT QUESTIONS

1. What is the average age of farmers in the United States? 2. What made James want to become a farmer? 3. What is the average college debt?

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