Hidden Intellectualism

I agree with Gerald Graff in 'Hidden Intellectualism' when he says street smarts can make someone an intellectual. I think that we have different views on 'street smarts' though. He uses the example of a student not having straight A's but having vast knowledge in sports. I think street smarts are something that helps you survive in life such as mechanics, weaponry, or hunting. All three could help you in a situation that is life threatening. I don't think a person is considered and intellectual because they have a great knowledge about a sport, because that knowledge isn't much of a necessity in life.  Street smarts are just a higher form of common sense.