1. Paraphrase A paraphrase is a restatement of another person's ideas in your own words. Reread paragraph 3. Then, paraphrase how Barrington Irving discovered his life's calling. 2. Make a Judgment The author states that Irving's life is his "most compelling educational tool." Do you agree? Explain your thinking. 3. Essential Question: When is it right to take a stand? What have you learned about when and how to take action from reading this article?