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First Lady Michelle Obamas Speech on Childhood Obesity 1.

Higher rates of obesity are directly linked to higher rates of chronic illnesses like _______________, _______________, _______________, and _______________. 2. Explain how obesity has become a problem in the United States. Michelle Obamas names four main causes. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Combination of all the above 3. What does Michelle Obama say about the Obamas home life and food choices before moving to the White House?

4. What raised a red flag for Michelle Obama as a mother?

5. True or False- Michelle Obama thinks that it is easy for parents to see changes in their own childrens weight/health. 6. What are examples of things that Michelle Obama did in order to improve her childrens health?

7. What are some of Michelle Obamas suggestions for improving childrens diets?

8. Name some goals of the First Ladys initiative on childhood obesity.

9. How does she conclude her speech?

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