The speaker discusses their experiences with substitute teachers, highlighting both positive and negative encounters. They recall a memorable incident where a fellow student choked on a carrot, and the substitute teacher didn't react promptly. They also share anecdotes about a particularly strict substitute teacher known as "Mister Yet to be Thrown Out Lemon," who made the class uncomfortable with his behavior and comments, such as comparing a simple task to slavery.
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1. Substitute teachers are generally well-liked by students for providing an easy day in class.
2. Some substitute teachers have a laid-back attitude and allow students to do as they please.
3. Occasionally, substitute teachers may not react appropriately in emergency situations, such as a student choking.
4. A student once had to perform the Heimlich procedure to save a choking classmate.
5. The described substitute teacher had a blank reaction during this incident, which surprised the students.
6. Another substitute teacher, referred to as "Mister Yet To Be Thrown Out Lemon," was disliked by students.
7. Mister Yet To Be Thrown Out Lemon had strict and unusual rules in the classroom.
8. He compared students picking up papers for each other to slavery.
9. The students found his behavior bizarre and uncomfortable.
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