In The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kid, the main character, Lily, runs away from home, and goes to live with three middle aged African American women in the 1960's, who are bee keepers. She goes there not knowing exactly what she will find, but in the hopes that she will find something about her mothers past. When Lily was four she her mother had died, and T. Ray, Lily's father, had told Lily she had accidentally shot her mother. T. Ray hadn't acted like a father to her but instead had punished her cruelly and was pretty much awful to her. Lily left home in search of a family and i think that Sue Monk Kidd was trying to say that true family doesn't have to blood related to you as long as it is people who love u and truly care about u. Kidd shows this through the character's in Lily's life.
Sue Monk Kidd is trying to say that your true family is the people who love you and care about you. She shows this through the different character's in Lily's life. For example, Lily's nanny, Rosaleen is the closest thing she has to a mother, and her first friend. She is with Lily the entire story, she even goes to the Boatwright's (the bee keepers) house and stays there with her. She is the first one that Lily really considers family in the book. Another character that Sue Monk Kidd uses to show that true family is the people who love and care about you is the three Boatwright sisters: May, June, and August. August Boatwright welcome's Lily and Rosaleen into their home. She gives her and Rosaleen a place to stay and puts them to work as bee keepers. She also ends up being a mother-like person to Lily. Helping her grow up and letting Lily take her time in telling August why she is really here. August knew lily's mother and decides to help Lily, and in the end Lily stays with her at August's house and she becomes more like her mother. August ends up being perhaps the one person in the entire world who Lily is closest too. June Boatwright isn't as warmhearted towardsLily, initially. She is doubtful of letting her and Rosaline stay. But, in time she warms to Lily and ends up loving her and excepting her just as much as the others. Lastly, there is May Boatwright, who is the youngest of the three boatwright sisters, but after her twin died, she had been acting weird. She gets very upset over the smallest things, and usually ends up crying. However her heart is in a good place and she warms to Lily rather quickly. Sadly she ends up dying in the book, she commits suicide because she ends up so sad. But, eventually her death brings Lily, August, June, and Rosaleen closer together, so close they become like family.
In conclusion, Sue Monk Kidd is trying to say that your true family is the people who love you and care about you. She shows this through the people in Lily's life. This can apply to real life too. I think everyone has someone who they are so close with they are like family, even if you're not blood related.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Acting Logical or Acting Rash
In the play Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, two teenagers (Romeo and Juliet) fall in love against there parents wishes, as there parents are enemies. There are a lot of complex and interesting characters. Personally, I find Juliet to be the most interesting. I find her the most interesting for many reasons. One of them being way she changes from the beginning of the story to the end.
Juliet changes a lot from the beginning of the book to the point of the play that I'm at right now. At the beginning of the story, Juliet seems to be very rational. She thinks logically about love and marriage, unlike Romeo who sulks about talking about love and fate. But when she meets Romeo she seems to forget all about logical thinking. Instead, as the story progresses she seems to make more rash decisions. For example, when she meets Romeo at the party, instead of staying at the party, dancing and mingling, she runs off and makes out with a guy she met only two minutes ago.
Another reason, Juliet appears to become more rash as the story goes on is that even after she learns that Romeo is a Montague, son of her father's enemy, she still chooses Romeo over her family. Then, to make matters worse, she decides to marry him! Even though they only knew each other for a day. If Juliet had been thinking logically she probably would have waited to marry Romeo after they went on a few dates. I know that in that time period people moved very quickly in their relationships, but one day is little too extreme.
Lastly, Juliet becomes more rash and less logical as the story progresses because she still chooses Romeo after he kills her cousin. I mean, at first she does contemplate about what Romeo has done, so she hasn't entirely lost that logical thinking she had at the beginning of the book, but she still ends up choosing Romeo. Any logical person would probably grieve more over the loss of there cousin, or the fact that the person they loved isn't who they thought they were. But, instead she chooses to grieve over the fact the Romeo is banished. Although, someone may eventually get to grieving over that, it would usually take talking to the person they love first, and working things out.
I think that Juliet's rash thinking has been because of the influence that Romeo has had on her. For example, if she hadn't met Romeo, she probably would have ended up marring Paris, and would have been contempt with that life. She would be on good terms with her family, and you know wouldn't have died. But, when she met Romeo, she started acting more rash and less logical. However, I can kind of understand her rash behavior. Although that second life style would be perfectly fine in her case, if it were me I would probably want to be with someone I truly loved (or thought I loved).
In conclusion, I think Juliet is the most interesting character in the story. This is because she changes a lot from the beginning of the story to the end. This is because she goes from being very logical, to acting young and rash. I think that Romeo's influence on her is where the rash behavior comes from. I also kind of understand her behavior because I would rather be with someone I thought I truly loved, then someone who my parents wanted me to be with.
Juliet changes a lot from the beginning of the book to the point of the play that I'm at right now. At the beginning of the story, Juliet seems to be very rational. She thinks logically about love and marriage, unlike Romeo who sulks about talking about love and fate. But when she meets Romeo she seems to forget all about logical thinking. Instead, as the story progresses she seems to make more rash decisions. For example, when she meets Romeo at the party, instead of staying at the party, dancing and mingling, she runs off and makes out with a guy she met only two minutes ago.
Another reason, Juliet appears to become more rash as the story goes on is that even after she learns that Romeo is a Montague, son of her father's enemy, she still chooses Romeo over her family. Then, to make matters worse, she decides to marry him! Even though they only knew each other for a day. If Juliet had been thinking logically she probably would have waited to marry Romeo after they went on a few dates. I know that in that time period people moved very quickly in their relationships, but one day is little too extreme.
Lastly, Juliet becomes more rash and less logical as the story progresses because she still chooses Romeo after he kills her cousin. I mean, at first she does contemplate about what Romeo has done, so she hasn't entirely lost that logical thinking she had at the beginning of the book, but she still ends up choosing Romeo. Any logical person would probably grieve more over the loss of there cousin, or the fact that the person they loved isn't who they thought they were. But, instead she chooses to grieve over the fact the Romeo is banished. Although, someone may eventually get to grieving over that, it would usually take talking to the person they love first, and working things out.
I think that Juliet's rash thinking has been because of the influence that Romeo has had on her. For example, if she hadn't met Romeo, she probably would have ended up marring Paris, and would have been contempt with that life. She would be on good terms with her family, and you know wouldn't have died. But, when she met Romeo, she started acting more rash and less logical. However, I can kind of understand her rash behavior. Although that second life style would be perfectly fine in her case, if it were me I would probably want to be with someone I truly loved (or thought I loved).
In conclusion, I think Juliet is the most interesting character in the story. This is because she changes a lot from the beginning of the story to the end. This is because she goes from being very logical, to acting young and rash. I think that Romeo's influence on her is where the rash behavior comes from. I also kind of understand her behavior because I would rather be with someone I thought I truly loved, then someone who my parents wanted me to be with.
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Ways To Define Love
In Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, there are many themes in the story. One of the biggest themes is love. Shakespeare portrays his opinions about love through the characters in the play. Different characters have different opinions about what love is. I think that many people can relate to at least one of the characters in the book and their point of view on what love means.
One character who has a very strong opinion about love is Romeo. Romeo thinks that love is something that should be taken very seriously. He is basically a hopeless romantic. Until he meets Juliet, all he does is mope about and act depressed because Rosalind doesn't love him. He acts as though love is beautiful but has many hardships. I think that a lot of people can relate to Romeo. There are plenty of "hopeless romantics" out there, who could understand Romeo's desperation for love.
Another character who has a very strong opinion about love is Romeo's friend, Mercutio. Mercutio is like the opposite of Romeo. He thinks that love is all fun and games. He often advises Romeo to loosen up and to have more fun. After all, he is the one who convinces Romeo to go to the Capulet's party. I think that a lot of people are like Mercutio, too. Many people can relate, too wanting to have fun and party. To not worry about things and just have a good time.
Paris is also a character with a strong opinion of what love is. He seems to think that it's all the responsibility that comes along with love. It's getting married, having children, living in a big house. The "love" part of it doesn't seem that important to Paris. Personally, I find it harder to relate to this, I think that love is more than just the stuff that comes with it. However, I can see how some people can think that you can't be in love unless you are ready for the responsibility that comes along.
In conclusion, Shakespeare wrote these characters to portray the different ways he portrays love. Romeo portrays the "hopeless romantic." Mercutio portrays the "party kind of person." And Paris portray the person who thinks love comes along with responsibility. I think there are many other characters who portray different definitions of what love means as well. I also think that people can relate to the different opinions that the characters in Romeo and Juliet have about love.
One character who has a very strong opinion about love is Romeo. Romeo thinks that love is something that should be taken very seriously. He is basically a hopeless romantic. Until he meets Juliet, all he does is mope about and act depressed because Rosalind doesn't love him. He acts as though love is beautiful but has many hardships. I think that a lot of people can relate to Romeo. There are plenty of "hopeless romantics" out there, who could understand Romeo's desperation for love.
Another character who has a very strong opinion about love is Romeo's friend, Mercutio. Mercutio is like the opposite of Romeo. He thinks that love is all fun and games. He often advises Romeo to loosen up and to have more fun. After all, he is the one who convinces Romeo to go to the Capulet's party. I think that a lot of people are like Mercutio, too. Many people can relate, too wanting to have fun and party. To not worry about things and just have a good time.
Paris is also a character with a strong opinion of what love is. He seems to think that it's all the responsibility that comes along with love. It's getting married, having children, living in a big house. The "love" part of it doesn't seem that important to Paris. Personally, I find it harder to relate to this, I think that love is more than just the stuff that comes with it. However, I can see how some people can think that you can't be in love unless you are ready for the responsibility that comes along.
In conclusion, Shakespeare wrote these characters to portray the different ways he portrays love. Romeo portrays the "hopeless romantic." Mercutio portrays the "party kind of person." And Paris portray the person who thinks love comes along with responsibility. I think there are many other characters who portray different definitions of what love means as well. I also think that people can relate to the different opinions that the characters in Romeo and Juliet have about love.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Is The Government Allowed To Have a Say in Managing People's Behavior?
In the article Sugar Wars by Veronica Majerol, it states how Michael Bloomberg, mayor of New York City, is passing a law banning drinks over six teen ounces. Naturally, this is a major controversy throughout the city. Some wonder whether or not it is the governments responsibility to say what citizens can and cannot eat. This question has been asked throughout the nation as well. In the article, Majerol says, "The sugary-drink debate is part of a larger question about the role of government in managing people's behavior." Many citizens think that it is an individuals right to be able to make his/hers own decisions. However, that has not stopped some states from putting certain bans and limits on things. In Middleborough, Massachusetts they made cursing a public offense, and the governor of Tennessee banned students from sagging their pants. The question is does the government have the right to ban these things?
The author wanted us to think that the government shouldn't be able to ban these things. She does a very good job of staying unbiased. She does this by talking about obesity in New York, and talking about the increase in soda sizes. However, if you look closely you can see her opinion voiced throughout the article. She does this by showing a lot of quotes from people who don't think that the government should be able to ban these things. For example, she quotes Justin Wilson of the Center for Consumer Freedom, he says, "Fundamentally, I don't think we need the government to protect us from ourself."
Personally, I don't think that the government should have that much of a say in what we can eat and do and dress. I think that we as individuals should be able to make our own decisions. If someone want to curse, he/she should be allowed to curse. If someone want to dress a certain way, that person should be able to dress however he/she wants. If someone wants to drink 16 ounces of soda, no one should be able to stop him/her. Although personally, I wouldn't drink 16 ounces of soda, It should be up to the individual to make the decision.
In conclusion, the article is about the government banning things that some feel aren't up to the government to ban. Also, the author wants us to think that the government shouldn't be allowed to ban these things. I personally agree with the author.
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The author wanted us to think that the government shouldn't be able to ban these things. She does a very good job of staying unbiased. She does this by talking about obesity in New York, and talking about the increase in soda sizes. However, if you look closely you can see her opinion voiced throughout the article. She does this by showing a lot of quotes from people who don't think that the government should be able to ban these things. For example, she quotes Justin Wilson of the Center for Consumer Freedom, he says, "Fundamentally, I don't think we need the government to protect us from ourself."
Personally, I don't think that the government should have that much of a say in what we can eat and do and dress. I think that we as individuals should be able to make our own decisions. If someone want to curse, he/she should be allowed to curse. If someone want to dress a certain way, that person should be able to dress however he/she wants. If someone wants to drink 16 ounces of soda, no one should be able to stop him/her. Although personally, I wouldn't drink 16 ounces of soda, It should be up to the individual to make the decision.
In conclusion, the article is about the government banning things that some feel aren't up to the government to ban. Also, the author wants us to think that the government shouldn't be allowed to ban these things. I personally agree with the author.
Monday, February 18, 2013
The Armadillo
In the book A Prayer For Owen Meany by John Irving, Owen is really tiny and has a strange voice. One day Own hits a baseball that changes his life forever. That's because the ball hit's his best friend's mother in the head and she ends up dying. I would assume this would change his relationship with his best friend, Johnny, although it appeared not too. Instead, Owen gave Johnny his favorite baseball cards. Johnny returned the baseball cards, then gave Own his stuffed armadillo. Owen gave Johnny back the armadillo, but, he cut off the claws first. I think this symbolizes their relationship.
The armadillo symbolizes Johnny and Owen's relationship. For example, they always used to play with the armadillo. The two boys cherished it. They played with it, and when Johnny went away to visit his cousins, Owen would watch it. When Johnny and Owen got a long, the armadillo was always there. When Johnny's mother died, he stopped playing with it all together. It just sat there, he wouldn't play with Owen for a little bit either. When Johnny gave the armadillo to Owen, I think it symbolized Owen and Johnny trying to repair their relationship. When Owen cut off the claws, it symbolized how there is a part of Johnny and Owen's relationship that will never be repaired. That something will always be missing. It symbolizes how it used to be complete but now it is not. But it also symbolizes how although there is a part that can never be repaired, there is a bigger part that can. It just will no longer be perfect.
In conclusion the armadillo symbolizes Owen and Johnny's relationship. When the relationship is good, the armadillo is frequently played with, the relationship is well. When the armadillo is neglected it's going badly. The claws being cut off symbolizes how a part of their relationship can never be repaired, but it will still work.
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The armadillo symbolizes Johnny and Owen's relationship. For example, they always used to play with the armadillo. The two boys cherished it. They played with it, and when Johnny went away to visit his cousins, Owen would watch it. When Johnny and Owen got a long, the armadillo was always there. When Johnny's mother died, he stopped playing with it all together. It just sat there, he wouldn't play with Owen for a little bit either. When Johnny gave the armadillo to Owen, I think it symbolized Owen and Johnny trying to repair their relationship. When Owen cut off the claws, it symbolized how there is a part of Johnny and Owen's relationship that will never be repaired. That something will always be missing. It symbolizes how it used to be complete but now it is not. But it also symbolizes how although there is a part that can never be repaired, there is a bigger part that can. It just will no longer be perfect.
In conclusion the armadillo symbolizes Owen and Johnny's relationship. When the relationship is good, the armadillo is frequently played with, the relationship is well. When the armadillo is neglected it's going badly. The claws being cut off symbolizes how a part of their relationship can never be repaired, but it will still work.
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Nothing Like Us
The song Nothing Like Us written and sung by Justin Bieber, is both very deep and personal. Although it only came out today, you can tell it is about his recent break up with Selena Gomez. His message is very clear, and he uses many techniques to portray it. Including the lyrics and the way he sings the song. I think that lots of people can relate to the song as well.
The message of the song is that he and Selena were perfect for each other and how he is confused why they broke up. He expresses the message through really strong lyrics. The chorus of the song goes, "There's nothing like us, there's nothing like you and me through the storm." This made me think that maybe this part was just him trying to show how he felt about there relationship. The lyrics that I think really sums up the message throughout the story is, "I gave you everything, baby, everything I had. Girl, why did you have to push me away? Lost in confusion, like an illusion. You know I'm used to making your day." The line really sums up the entire message of the story. When he says, "I gave you everything, baby, everything I had to give. Girl, why did you have to push me away?" It was like him saying that he tried as hard as he could and he doesn't understand why she felt they needed to break up. The line where he says, "Lost in confusion, like an illusion." That is him portraying his confusion throughout the entire break up. When he compares confusion to an illusion, it seems to me like he is saying that the whole thing seems unreal. As if it isn't really happening.
Another thing Justin does to portray his message is the way he sings the song, and the accompaniment. Justin put this song on his album Believe Acoustic, as a bonus track. So, on the record Justin is accompanied by only a piano. He also sings the song very naturally, with no auto sung notes, just purely him. Using this technique he makes the song really deep and personal. It's really emotional and compelling, you can practically here the pain in his voice. Also, this makes it feel like Justin is in the room singing it live in front of you, which helps make it relatable to fans.
This song can be relatable to many people as well. Anyone who has been broken up with can relate to it, Obviously. But, also anyone who had a friendship that ended. I know from experience that it's hard when someone who you thought was your friend, leaves you alone in the dark. I'm sure many fans have dealt with similar experiences as well, whether it be a friendship or relationship that ended.
In conclusion, that is why Justin Bieber's song Nothing Like You is the most amazing song EVER! It has a clear message that is deep, emotional, and compelling. He used strong lyrics and acoustic singing to help portray the message and make it more personal. It is also a song that many people can relate to. I think that whether you are a fan of Justin Bieber or not, it's hard not to like this song.
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The message of the song is that he and Selena were perfect for each other and how he is confused why they broke up. He expresses the message through really strong lyrics. The chorus of the song goes, "There's nothing like us, there's nothing like you and me through the storm." This made me think that maybe this part was just him trying to show how he felt about there relationship. The lyrics that I think really sums up the message throughout the story is, "I gave you everything, baby, everything I had. Girl, why did you have to push me away? Lost in confusion, like an illusion. You know I'm used to making your day." The line really sums up the entire message of the story. When he says, "I gave you everything, baby, everything I had to give. Girl, why did you have to push me away?" It was like him saying that he tried as hard as he could and he doesn't understand why she felt they needed to break up. The line where he says, "Lost in confusion, like an illusion." That is him portraying his confusion throughout the entire break up. When he compares confusion to an illusion, it seems to me like he is saying that the whole thing seems unreal. As if it isn't really happening.
Another thing Justin does to portray his message is the way he sings the song, and the accompaniment. Justin put this song on his album Believe Acoustic, as a bonus track. So, on the record Justin is accompanied by only a piano. He also sings the song very naturally, with no auto sung notes, just purely him. Using this technique he makes the song really deep and personal. It's really emotional and compelling, you can practically here the pain in his voice. Also, this makes it feel like Justin is in the room singing it live in front of you, which helps make it relatable to fans.
This song can be relatable to many people as well. Anyone who has been broken up with can relate to it, Obviously. But, also anyone who had a friendship that ended. I know from experience that it's hard when someone who you thought was your friend, leaves you alone in the dark. I'm sure many fans have dealt with similar experiences as well, whether it be a friendship or relationship that ended.
In conclusion, that is why Justin Bieber's song Nothing Like You is the most amazing song EVER! It has a clear message that is deep, emotional, and compelling. He used strong lyrics and acoustic singing to help portray the message and make it more personal. It is also a song that many people can relate to. I think that whether you are a fan of Justin Bieber or not, it's hard not to like this song.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Non-Fiction Article Revised
In the article, Unsafe Behind the Wheel by Kate Zernike, there is evidence that teenagers are at a high risk of getting in a car accident. States are enforcing stricter rules for teen drivers under ager 21. According to the article, "44 states have prohibited teenagers from driving with more than one other teen." Other states have set aside a curfew for them, saying that they can't drive between certain hours. Also, many states are increasing the age of which you can get your drivers license. Other people, such as Jeffrey Nadel, President of the National Youth Rights Association, are against the teen driving limitations. A report from the American Medical Association states that restrictions against teen drivers may lead to fatal accidents later in life, because they didn't get enough driving experience when they were younger. The article also says that texting and driving is a big reason why states are setting such restrictions on young drivers. Studies show that teens have trouble multi tasking, which could potentially get them into trouble when they are trying to drive and text, listen to the radio, etc.
The author wanted us to think that teen drivers should be restricted. This is simply because at least seventy percent of the article was why teens driving privileges are being limited. For the most part, she did a very good job of being unbiased, however, if you studied the article carefully you could see a little bit of her opinion portrayed in the article. The author shows her opinion by using a lot of strong statistics. For example she clearly states, "Distracted driving was a factor in at least 3,000 deaths in 2010." She used quotes like these to scare readers into thinking that teens should be restricted from driving because it would likely decrease the number of car accidents. Another strategy that she used was that she took quotes from all different type of people to try and get a wide variety of opinions. She took quotes from scientists, leaders of associations, parents, even teens! This helped better show her opinion by making it seem like practically everyone agreed with her and congress.
Personally, I think that young drivers should not have different laws and restrictions than adults. I think that states are being unfair, instead of restricting teen drivers from driving, why not try to strongly enforce the law of no texting while driving. Increasing the driving age will only cause more accidents when teens get older. Also, the problem of texting while driving doesn't just occur for teens, it's a problem for all ages. What the article so cleverly leaves out is that not once does it specifically say that many car accidents have happened because teens were texting and driving. Nor does it ever say that teens were involved in 3,000 deaths in 2010, where distracted driving was involved. This shows that states are limiting young drivers privileges for basically no reason at all. Reading this article has helped me realize how our government isn't respecting the rights of teens and their driving privileges. Lastly, I would like to know more about how old these people are who have gotten into accidents while texting and driving.
In conclusion, the article I read is about teens driving privileges being restricted to try to decrease the amount of car accidents that happen. The author does a good job of expressing her opinion by using strong statistics that scare people into agreeing with her. She also using a wide variety of the type of people she quotes. However, the author failed to persuade me to agree with her opinion that, teen driver's privileges should be limited. I think that states are being unfair by limiting the rights of young drivers.
Citation: Zernike, Kate. "Unsafe Behind The Wheel? With Car Crashes The Leading Cause of Death For Teenagers, States Are Placing Greater Restrictions on Young Drivers." New York Times Upfront Magezine 8 Oct. 2012: n. pag. Print.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Restricting Privileges of Young Drivers: Yes or No?
In the article, Unsafe Behind the Wheel by Kate Zernike, there is evidence that teenagers are at a high risk of getting in a car accident. States are enforcing stricter rules for teen drivers under ager 21. According to the article, "44 states have prohibited teenagers from driving with more than one other teen." Other states have set aside a curfew for them, saying that they can't drive between certain hours. Also, many states are increasing the age of which you can get your drivers license. Other people, such as Jeffrey Nadel, President of the National Youth Rights Association, are against the teen driving limitations. A report from the American Medical Association states that restrictions against teen drivers may lead to fatal accidents later in life, because they didn't get enough driving experience when they were younger. The article also says that texting and driving is a big reason why states are setting such restrictions on young drivers. Studies show that teens have trouble multi tasking, which could potentially get them into trouble when they are trying to drive and text, listen to the radio, etc.
I think that the author wanted us to think that teen drivers should be restricted. This is simply because at least seventy percent of the article was why teens driving privileges are being limited. For the most part, she did a very good job of saying unbiased, however, if you studied the article carefully you could see a little bit of her opinion portrayed in the article. The author shows her opinion by using a lot of strong statistics. For example she clearly states, "Distracted driving was a factor in at least 3,000 deaths in 2010." She used quotes like these to scare readers into thinking that teens should be restricted from driving because it would likely decrease the number of car accidents. Another strategy that she used was that she took quotes from all different type of people to try and get a wide variety of opinions. She took quotes from scientists, leaders of associations, parents, even teens! This helped better show her opinion by making it seem like practically everyone agreed with her and congress, although I found that deceiving.
Personally, I think that young drivers should not have different laws and restrictions than adults. I think that states are being unfair, instead of restricting teen drivers from driving, why not try to strongly enforce the law of no texting while driving. Increasing the driving age will only cause more accidents when teens get older. Also, the problem of texting while driving doesn't just occur for teens, it's a problem for all ages. What the article so cleverly leaves out is that not once does it specifically say that many car accidents have happened because teens were texting and driving. Nor does it ever say that teens were involved in 3,000 deaths in 2010, where distracted driving was involved. This shows that states are limiting young drivers privileges for basically no reason at all. Reading this article has helped me realize how our government isn't respecting the rights of teens and their driving privileges. Lastly, I would like to know more about how old these people are who have gotten into accidents while texting and driving.
In conclusion, the article I read is about teens driving privileges being restricted to try to decrease the amount of car accidents that happen. The author does a good job of expressing her opinion by using strong statistics that scare people into agreeing with her. She also using a wide variety of the type of people she quotes. However, the author failed to persuade me to agree with her opinion that, teen driver's privileges should be limited. I think that states are being unfair by limiting the rights of young drivers.
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I think that the author wanted us to think that teen drivers should be restricted. This is simply because at least seventy percent of the article was why teens driving privileges are being limited. For the most part, she did a very good job of saying unbiased, however, if you studied the article carefully you could see a little bit of her opinion portrayed in the article. The author shows her opinion by using a lot of strong statistics. For example she clearly states, "Distracted driving was a factor in at least 3,000 deaths in 2010." She used quotes like these to scare readers into thinking that teens should be restricted from driving because it would likely decrease the number of car accidents. Another strategy that she used was that she took quotes from all different type of people to try and get a wide variety of opinions. She took quotes from scientists, leaders of associations, parents, even teens! This helped better show her opinion by making it seem like practically everyone agreed with her and congress, although I found that deceiving.
Personally, I think that young drivers should not have different laws and restrictions than adults. I think that states are being unfair, instead of restricting teen drivers from driving, why not try to strongly enforce the law of no texting while driving. Increasing the driving age will only cause more accidents when teens get older. Also, the problem of texting while driving doesn't just occur for teens, it's a problem for all ages. What the article so cleverly leaves out is that not once does it specifically say that many car accidents have happened because teens were texting and driving. Nor does it ever say that teens were involved in 3,000 deaths in 2010, where distracted driving was involved. This shows that states are limiting young drivers privileges for basically no reason at all. Reading this article has helped me realize how our government isn't respecting the rights of teens and their driving privileges. Lastly, I would like to know more about how old these people are who have gotten into accidents while texting and driving.
In conclusion, the article I read is about teens driving privileges being restricted to try to decrease the amount of car accidents that happen. The author does a good job of expressing her opinion by using strong statistics that scare people into agreeing with her. She also using a wide variety of the type of people she quotes. However, the author failed to persuade me to agree with her opinion that, teen driver's privileges should be limited. I think that states are being unfair by limiting the rights of young drivers.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
The Pressures of School
In the story It's Kind Of A Funny Story by Ned Vizzini, the main character, Craig, suffers from depression. In middle school, Craig is one of the smartest kids in school. After getting into his dream school, Executive Pre-Proffessional High School, he realizes he's not as amazing as all the other kids. The pressures of the school get so hard that eventually he almost tries to kill himself. This action causes himself to be checked into a mental hospital, where he can finally take the time to think about where all the stress is coming from. I think that the pressures of school got so great, and that was the reason Craig tried to kill himself.
I think that the pressures of school got so great, and that is what drove Craig to try to kill himself. For example, Craig was always talking about how much homework he had, and how much work. He would say that he would go home, do homework, study, try to eat, and then try to sleep. Also, a problem was that the teachers weren't being very supportive. Craig got an eighty five on a test. Instead, of the teacher trying to help him, the teacher put a frowny face on the test. I think that if maybe the teachers had instead of criticizing Craig, they had supported and helped him, maybe he wouldn't have tried to kill himself.
Another pressure of school, was peer pressure. For example, all his friends were smoking pot. So, Craig started smoking it. I think that if he hadn't been pressured into smoking, he wouldn't have started smoking pot in the first place. Also, maybe not smoking the marijuana, Craig wouldn't have been so seriously depressed. He was also jealous of his best friend because he was dating the girl Craig liked, Nia. Obviously, you can't expect Craig's best friend to stop dating Nia, to stop Craig from being so depressed, but the jealousy was probably a key factor in trying to kill himself.
Personally, I can relate to the pressures of school. I can relate to having lots of homework, cramming for a test, etc. In the past, I have had teachers that I felt like they chastised and criticized me, instead of tried to help me do bet. Or worse, I felt like they just ignored me. I can also relate to peer pressure. In the past I have felt like I've had to look or act a certain way to fit in. This is similar to the way Craig felt like he had to smoke pot in order to fit in. Of course, none of these pressures have ever been so great that I'd think about killing himself. But, for someone who is depressed, I can understand how these pressure may drive yourself to think these thoughts.
In conclusion, that is why I think Craig tried to kill himself. The pressures of school got to hard for him, and that's what drove him to almost kill himself. I can personally relate to pressures from teachers and peers. I think that if Craig hadn't felt this stress, he wouldn't have tried to kill himself. But, at least he when he was checked into the hospital, he was able to get the help he needed and find the source of his stress.
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I think that the pressures of school got so great, and that is what drove Craig to try to kill himself. For example, Craig was always talking about how much homework he had, and how much work. He would say that he would go home, do homework, study, try to eat, and then try to sleep. Also, a problem was that the teachers weren't being very supportive. Craig got an eighty five on a test. Instead, of the teacher trying to help him, the teacher put a frowny face on the test. I think that if maybe the teachers had instead of criticizing Craig, they had supported and helped him, maybe he wouldn't have tried to kill himself.
Another pressure of school, was peer pressure. For example, all his friends were smoking pot. So, Craig started smoking it. I think that if he hadn't been pressured into smoking, he wouldn't have started smoking pot in the first place. Also, maybe not smoking the marijuana, Craig wouldn't have been so seriously depressed. He was also jealous of his best friend because he was dating the girl Craig liked, Nia. Obviously, you can't expect Craig's best friend to stop dating Nia, to stop Craig from being so depressed, but the jealousy was probably a key factor in trying to kill himself.
Personally, I can relate to the pressures of school. I can relate to having lots of homework, cramming for a test, etc. In the past, I have had teachers that I felt like they chastised and criticized me, instead of tried to help me do bet. Or worse, I felt like they just ignored me. I can also relate to peer pressure. In the past I have felt like I've had to look or act a certain way to fit in. This is similar to the way Craig felt like he had to smoke pot in order to fit in. Of course, none of these pressures have ever been so great that I'd think about killing himself. But, for someone who is depressed, I can understand how these pressure may drive yourself to think these thoughts.
In conclusion, that is why I think Craig tried to kill himself. The pressures of school got to hard for him, and that's what drove him to almost kill himself. I can personally relate to pressures from teachers and peers. I think that if Craig hadn't felt this stress, he wouldn't have tried to kill himself. But, at least he when he was checked into the hospital, he was able to get the help he needed and find the source of his stress.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Crazy, but Relatable
After finishing reading The Madman's Daughter by Megan Shepard, I noticed how deep and intriguing the characters in the story are. The main character, Juliet, used to be rich but after a scandal involving her father, she was forced onto the streets. She finds out that her father has had a secret laboratory on an island near Australia, and she goes to meet him. There she learns that he's been using vivisection to turn animals into deformed humans. In the process she finds herself in a "love triangle" of some sort, with the old servant Montgomery, and the fugitive Edward. I found that some of the characters did some surprising and in some ways crazy things, but I found myself able to relate to them as well.
Some actions that characters did were surprising but at the same time I could relate to them. For example, in the end of the story, the Island is on fire and ll the creatures are being destroyed. Juliet and Montgomery are escaping on a boat, but at the last minute Montgomery leaves Juliet sailing away from the island on the boat, and he stayed on the island. My first thought was, "No you idiot! Get away from this creepy island and escape!" But, as I thought more about what Montgomery did, I realized that I could understand why he stayed on the island. Unlike Juliet, Montgomery had grown up on the island. He even helped create some of the creatures. It must be hard to leave the only thing you've ever really loved. Despite his crush on Juliet, his love and deep interest for the creatures must have been stronger than a little crush. I think that I can understand how caring for something so much that you'd rather die then part from it. However, I think that if I ever did feel that way about something it'd be towards a human, but perhaps since Montgomery grew up on the island the creatures were the only things close to humans.
Another person's action that surprised me was that at one point Juliet risked her life to save her father. Her father had basically abandoned her after the scandal, and when they were reunited once again his love for her wasn't close to as strong as his addiction to his experiment and precious creatures. I honestly wasn't sure if this man was capable of feeling love. But, as I thought more about it, I realized I could understand why Juliet did try to save her father. Although this man had been cruel and was pretty much insane, he was still her father, still her family. Not all her memories of him were bad. even if he wasn't capable of loving her, she can't hide the fact that she still cares about him. If my father was burning on an island full of a bunch of half human- half animal creatures I'd try to save him, whether he was crazy or not.
In conclusion I liked this story because the characters weren't just black and white, or good or bad. They all had flaws and they all had a dark side. Some of their actions surprised me, but, at the same time I could relate to them.
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Some actions that characters did were surprising but at the same time I could relate to them. For example, in the end of the story, the Island is on fire and ll the creatures are being destroyed. Juliet and Montgomery are escaping on a boat, but at the last minute Montgomery leaves Juliet sailing away from the island on the boat, and he stayed on the island. My first thought was, "No you idiot! Get away from this creepy island and escape!" But, as I thought more about what Montgomery did, I realized that I could understand why he stayed on the island. Unlike Juliet, Montgomery had grown up on the island. He even helped create some of the creatures. It must be hard to leave the only thing you've ever really loved. Despite his crush on Juliet, his love and deep interest for the creatures must have been stronger than a little crush. I think that I can understand how caring for something so much that you'd rather die then part from it. However, I think that if I ever did feel that way about something it'd be towards a human, but perhaps since Montgomery grew up on the island the creatures were the only things close to humans.
Another person's action that surprised me was that at one point Juliet risked her life to save her father. Her father had basically abandoned her after the scandal, and when they were reunited once again his love for her wasn't close to as strong as his addiction to his experiment and precious creatures. I honestly wasn't sure if this man was capable of feeling love. But, as I thought more about it, I realized I could understand why Juliet did try to save her father. Although this man had been cruel and was pretty much insane, he was still her father, still her family. Not all her memories of him were bad. even if he wasn't capable of loving her, she can't hide the fact that she still cares about him. If my father was burning on an island full of a bunch of half human- half animal creatures I'd try to save him, whether he was crazy or not.
In conclusion I liked this story because the characters weren't just black and white, or good or bad. They all had flaws and they all had a dark side. Some of their actions surprised me, but, at the same time I could relate to them.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Betraying the Ones You Love
After reading the second book in the "Glow" series, Spark, by Amy Kathleen Ryan, I've come to realize the internal and external conflict the main character, Waverly, is going through. In the story, Earth has been so polluted that everyone left. There are two spaceships taking everyone to New Earth, it is an 80 year journey, and at the time of the story it has been 40 years.
The external conflict is that the opposite spaceship, the New Horizon, has taken all the parents on the Empyrean. Waverly and the kids have to get them back. I don't think that Waverly handled the situation well because she acted arrogantly and she was so caught up in saving her mother she made a reckless attempt to save them. For example, if she had listened to the newly elected captain of the ship, Kieran, who was also by then her ex boyfriend, she would of realized that his idea of negotiating with the New Horizon would have worked well. Kieran had already set up plans with the captain of the ship, and if it wasn't for Waverly, the treaty probably would have been done. Waverly should have thought things through before making a rash and immature solution.
The Internal conflict was that her boyfriend, Kieran, was turning into someone that Waverly didn't like. The pressures of being captain of the Empyrean made Kieran harsh and tough. I think Waverly handled this situation poorly because she ended up betraying him. For example, Waverly doesn't like that Kieran had starting having church services every Sunday because it reminded her of the captain on the New Horizon. I think that Waverly should have told Kieran why she was upset, but instead she went to visit Seth, Kieran's mortal enemy, in jail. She started plotting ways to overthrow him. I can relate to someone you thought you knew change into someone you don't like, but if I were in her situation I would try to confront the person first. The last thing I would do betray the person.
This also makes me wonder how strong their love really was. If a stupid argument was enough to end an engagement, then was their love for each other real or was it just the pressures of the rest of the ship? Waverly was so quick to betray him and he was so quick to break up with her, then my guess is that they didn't actually love each other they just felt like everyone expected them to marry because they were the two first born on the ship.
In conclusion, Waverly handled both the internal and external conflict poorly. I think that Waverly needs to learn to think through her decisions and not act recklessly. This can also go for the internal conflict too because if she had thought through her decision to talk to Seth than maybe they wouldn't have broken up in the first place. Also, perhaps Waverly and Kieran's relationship wasn't true love, it was just the pressures of the people on the ship wanting them to get married.
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The external conflict is that the opposite spaceship, the New Horizon, has taken all the parents on the Empyrean. Waverly and the kids have to get them back. I don't think that Waverly handled the situation well because she acted arrogantly and she was so caught up in saving her mother she made a reckless attempt to save them. For example, if she had listened to the newly elected captain of the ship, Kieran, who was also by then her ex boyfriend, she would of realized that his idea of negotiating with the New Horizon would have worked well. Kieran had already set up plans with the captain of the ship, and if it wasn't for Waverly, the treaty probably would have been done. Waverly should have thought things through before making a rash and immature solution.
The Internal conflict was that her boyfriend, Kieran, was turning into someone that Waverly didn't like. The pressures of being captain of the Empyrean made Kieran harsh and tough. I think Waverly handled this situation poorly because she ended up betraying him. For example, Waverly doesn't like that Kieran had starting having church services every Sunday because it reminded her of the captain on the New Horizon. I think that Waverly should have told Kieran why she was upset, but instead she went to visit Seth, Kieran's mortal enemy, in jail. She started plotting ways to overthrow him. I can relate to someone you thought you knew change into someone you don't like, but if I were in her situation I would try to confront the person first. The last thing I would do betray the person.
This also makes me wonder how strong their love really was. If a stupid argument was enough to end an engagement, then was their love for each other real or was it just the pressures of the rest of the ship? Waverly was so quick to betray him and he was so quick to break up with her, then my guess is that they didn't actually love each other they just felt like everyone expected them to marry because they were the two first born on the ship.
In conclusion, Waverly handled both the internal and external conflict poorly. I think that Waverly needs to learn to think through her decisions and not act recklessly. This can also go for the internal conflict too because if she had thought through her decision to talk to Seth than maybe they wouldn't have broken up in the first place. Also, perhaps Waverly and Kieran's relationship wasn't true love, it was just the pressures of the people on the ship wanting them to get married.
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Good At Something
The picture book Annabelle Swift, Kindergartner by Amy Schwarts, is about a little girl who is just starting kindergarten. Her older sister teaches her about what they learn in kindergarten. Annabelle soon realizes that her sister was wrong, and starts to feel stupid, like she can't do anything. I think that the theme of the story is that everyone is good at something. This story can easily appeal to children because the message is clear.
The theme of the story is that everyone is good at something. At the beginning of the story Annabelle thinks she is stupid but by the end she realizes that is not true. She realizes she is really good at math and counting. She even gets to count everyone's lunch money and get the snacks for them. That's why the theme of the story is that everyone is good at something.
I can see why this story would appeal to little kids. The message of the story is clear. It teaches kids that everyone is special in their own way. Kids who are just starting school can also relate to it. It can ease their nerves on starting school. I remember my mom read it to me right before I started kindergarten and it really helped me be less nervous. That is why I can see why this story would appeal to kids.
In conclusion, the message of the story is that everyone is good at something. This story can appeal to kids because the message is clear and kids can relate to it. It also helps calm their nerves about starting school.
The theme of the story is that everyone is good at something. At the beginning of the story Annabelle thinks she is stupid but by the end she realizes that is not true. She realizes she is really good at math and counting. She even gets to count everyone's lunch money and get the snacks for them. That's why the theme of the story is that everyone is good at something.
I can see why this story would appeal to little kids. The message of the story is clear. It teaches kids that everyone is special in their own way. Kids who are just starting school can also relate to it. It can ease their nerves on starting school. I remember my mom read it to me right before I started kindergarten and it really helped me be less nervous. That is why I can see why this story would appeal to kids.
In conclusion, the message of the story is that everyone is good at something. This story can appeal to kids because the message is clear and kids can relate to it. It also helps calm their nerves about starting school.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Learning to Participate
In the story, The Perks of Being a wallflower, by Stephen Chybosky, the main character, Charlie has a few flaws. One thing is that he lets people push him around. Charlie changes by the end of the book by learning to say what he means and not let people push him around. He learns to speak his mind and to "participate."
At the beginning of the book, Charlie is starting high school and doesn't have any friends. When he does make a group of friends, although he is fascinated about their debates and has his own opinions on the topics, he fails to tell them. Later in the story, Charlie lets his girlfriends push him around and he doesn't know how to break up with her.
By the end of the story, Charlie learns to share his own opinions and feelings. He participates in his friend's debates and learns to be more social. For example, he actually socializes with one of the kids in his class. He also confronts his old girlfriend and tells her that he's sorry. By the end of the book Charlie participates quite frequently.
In conclusion, that is how Charlie changes from the beginning of the book to the end. Although Charlie still has flaws, he has improved at least one.
At the beginning of the book, Charlie is starting high school and doesn't have any friends. When he does make a group of friends, although he is fascinated about their debates and has his own opinions on the topics, he fails to tell them. Later in the story, Charlie lets his girlfriends push him around and he doesn't know how to break up with her.
By the end of the story, Charlie learns to share his own opinions and feelings. He participates in his friend's debates and learns to be more social. For example, he actually socializes with one of the kids in his class. He also confronts his old girlfriend and tells her that he's sorry. By the end of the book Charlie participates quite frequently.
In conclusion, that is how Charlie changes from the beginning of the book to the end. Although Charlie still has flaws, he has improved at least one.
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Have Confidence
In the story, If I Tell, the main character, Jaz, struggles both internally and externally. Externally, she see's her mom's boyfriend, Simon, making out with her best friend, Lacey. She wonders whether or not to tell her mother. Internally she struggles with the fact that she is the only biracial kid in town.
Personally, I think that Jaz handled her external problem really well. She ended up not telling her mother about Simon and Lacey because she thought it would be too much for her to handle (her mom was pregnant). I can totally relate to this because I understand how you might not want to tell someone something because you think it would make things worse.
Internally, Jaz struggles with the fact that she is the only one in the town who is biracial. This causes her to feel like an outcast, and ends up very shy and alone. On occasion, she is even teased for being biracial. In the end of the story, Jaz lets some people really get to know her, and she confronts the bullies. Jaz learns to be more confident and to not always push people away. I think the situation was handled perfectly because in the end Jaz was confident of her race and confident in herself.
In conclusion, that is the internal and external conflict. I think that both situations were handled well. I also think that many people can relate to both the internal and external conflict. Anyone can learn from the book, to have confidence in themselves and to be proud of their race.
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Personally, I think that Jaz handled her external problem really well. She ended up not telling her mother about Simon and Lacey because she thought it would be too much for her to handle (her mom was pregnant). I can totally relate to this because I understand how you might not want to tell someone something because you think it would make things worse.
Internally, Jaz struggles with the fact that she is the only one in the town who is biracial. This causes her to feel like an outcast, and ends up very shy and alone. On occasion, she is even teased for being biracial. In the end of the story, Jaz lets some people really get to know her, and she confronts the bullies. Jaz learns to be more confident and to not always push people away. I think the situation was handled perfectly because in the end Jaz was confident of her race and confident in herself.
In conclusion, that is the internal and external conflict. I think that both situations were handled well. I also think that many people can relate to both the internal and external conflict. Anyone can learn from the book, to have confidence in themselves and to be proud of their race.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Secrets Keep Us Apart
After finishing the 8th book in the Pretty Little Liars series, Wanted, by Sarah Shepard, four girls Aria, Spencer, Hannah, and Emily best friend is murdered. I saw a continuing theme of secrets keeping us apart.
The theme of the story is secrets keeping us apart. for example, in the first book, Pretty Little Liars, Aria saw her dad with another woman. She didn't tell her mom, and three years later her mother found out. She also found out that Aria knew. That seriously damaged aria and her mothers relationship.
Also, throughout the entire series, Aria, Spencer, Hannah, and Emily, are constantly keeping secrets from each other. This often results in them being angry with each other. It also pervents the girls from being closer friends.
In conclusion, that is why the theme of the story is that secrets keep us apart. Aria kept a secret from her mother, that damaged their relationship, and Aria, Spencer, Hannah, and Emily kept secrets from eachother, keeping each other at a distance. This shows that in life, secrets and gossip can result in problems, and prevent us from being closer.
The theme of the story is secrets keeping us apart. for example, in the first book, Pretty Little Liars, Aria saw her dad with another woman. She didn't tell her mom, and three years later her mother found out. She also found out that Aria knew. That seriously damaged aria and her mothers relationship.
Also, throughout the entire series, Aria, Spencer, Hannah, and Emily, are constantly keeping secrets from each other. This often results in them being angry with each other. It also pervents the girls from being closer friends.
In conclusion, that is why the theme of the story is that secrets keep us apart. Aria kept a secret from her mother, that damaged their relationship, and Aria, Spencer, Hannah, and Emily kept secrets from eachother, keeping each other at a distance. This shows that in life, secrets and gossip can result in problems, and prevent us from being closer.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Forgiveness
In the story The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini, The main character, Amir, goes through almost his entire life feeling as though he is a bad person and a coward because of something he did when he was thirteen. By the end of the book Amir reaches closure and is able to forgive himself. If their was one word to sum up the theme of the book it would be forgiveness.
If there was one word to sum up the entire theme of the book it would be forgiveness. For example, when Amir was twelve he let something horrible happen to his servant, and best friend, Hassan. Then, he was mean to him afterward, and eventually Hassan and his father left. For the rest of his life Amir felt like a coward and never forgave himself. Eventually, Amir had closure and he forgave himself. He also learned that Hassan had been able to fogive him.
In conclusion, if there was one word to sum up the entire theme of the story it would be fogiveness. The theme of the story would probably be forgive yourself and forgive others.
If there was one word to sum up the entire theme of the book it would be forgiveness. For example, when Amir was twelve he let something horrible happen to his servant, and best friend, Hassan. Then, he was mean to him afterward, and eventually Hassan and his father left. For the rest of his life Amir felt like a coward and never forgave himself. Eventually, Amir had closure and he forgave himself. He also learned that Hassan had been able to fogive him.
In conclusion, if there was one word to sum up the entire theme of the story it would be fogiveness. The theme of the story would probably be forgive yourself and forgive others.
Monday, October 1, 2012
Am I Blue?
Question: What is the theme of the story and how does it apply to real life?
In life, not everyone always excepts you, sometimes you don't even except yourself for who you are. In the story Am I Blue by Bruce Caville, the main character, Vincent, is struggling to figure out whether or not he is gay. He is constantly getting beat up and people are making assumptions that he is gay, before he can even figure out for himself. I think that the theme of the story is to except everyone for who they are and except yourself for who you are. This can apply to real life too.
The theme of the story is that you need to except everyone for who they are to except yourself for who you are. The author portraits this theme through Vincent's fairy godfather. Vincent's fairy godfather, Melvin, is gay and totally at ease with the fact. He even embraces it. He is constantly saying things like, "Honey, I gave my life to be able to walk like this. Don't you dare try to stop me now." The author shows the theme of the story by showing a character who excepts himself.
The theme of the story can apply to real life too. For example, it can apply to anybody who is gay. Or, it can apply to anyone who has trouble being excepted, or has trouble excepting themselves. It also can show people who have trouble excepting others that it's okay to be different. It basically can apply to almost everyone in life.
In conclusion, the theme of the story is to except everyone for who they are and except yourself for who you are. This theme can apply to real life too.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
The Drummer Boy of Shiloh
The Lesson Joby Learns Can Apply To Real Life Too
Question: What is the lesson Joby learns and how can it apply to real life
Joby learns to be proud of his part in the war. At the beginning of the story, Joby is fearful of going into the war. But, the general teaches him that Joby sets the pace for the battle. He teaches Joby that he brings the soldiers together. The general says, "You boy, you are the heart of the story. Think about that. You are the heart of the army." By the end of the story, Joby understands his importance in the war. He no longer feels worthless, but, is proud to be the drummer boy. He is also more confident in himself.
The lesson Joby learns can apply to real life too. It teaches people to take pride in their accomplishments and be confident in themselves. For example, when i was in second grade, i was in the school play, Hamlet. I was disappointed because i got the part as narrator. But, then my mom explained to me (just like the general) that without the narrator people wouldn't understand what was going on. I learned to take pride in the role i had in the play.
In conclusion, Joby learns to be proud of his job. This can apply to anyone in real life.
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
The Future Of Us
WARNING: SPOILER ALERT!!!
In the story The Future Of Us by Jay Asher and Carolyn Mackler two teens in 1996 stumble across Facebook. They find their future profiles and notice that every little thing they do can effect their future. The main characters, Josh and Emma, by the end of the book find themselves falling for each other. I think the theme of the book is that sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you.
I think that the theme of the book is that sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you. For example, Josh and Emma had been best friends for years, but when the find themselves on Facebook looking at their future selves they start to like each other. They'd been right in front of each other and had never noticed their feelings for each other until then. That is one example of the theme of the story.
Another example that the theme of the story is sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you is when Emma's mom started dating again. Emma and her mom had always been close. But Emma didn't realize just how important her mom was to her until her mom started dating this guy Martin. At first Emma wasn't happy about it. She and her mom drifted further apart. When Emma learned to except her mom dating Martin they got closer again. Emma realized how important her mom was to her. That is another reason why the theme of the book is that sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you.
In conclusion, that is why the theme of the book is that sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you. I think that this theme applies well to real life because when you are upset or confused and need someone, the person that you need to talk too had been right in front of you this whole time.
In the story The Future Of Us by Jay Asher and Carolyn Mackler two teens in 1996 stumble across Facebook. They find their future profiles and notice that every little thing they do can effect their future. The main characters, Josh and Emma, by the end of the book find themselves falling for each other. I think the theme of the book is that sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you.
I think that the theme of the book is that sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you. For example, Josh and Emma had been best friends for years, but when the find themselves on Facebook looking at their future selves they start to like each other. They'd been right in front of each other and had never noticed their feelings for each other until then. That is one example of the theme of the story.
Another example that the theme of the story is sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you is when Emma's mom started dating again. Emma and her mom had always been close. But Emma didn't realize just how important her mom was to her until her mom started dating this guy Martin. At first Emma wasn't happy about it. She and her mom drifted further apart. When Emma learned to except her mom dating Martin they got closer again. Emma realized how important her mom was to her. That is another reason why the theme of the book is that sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you.
In conclusion, that is why the theme of the book is that sometimes the people who are most important to you are right in front of you. I think that this theme applies well to real life because when you are upset or confused and need someone, the person that you need to talk too had been right in front of you this whole time.
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
The Giver
In the book The Giver by Lois Lowery, the main character, Jonas lives in a community where there is no color and people don't have any emotions, just shallow feelings such as "sad," or "happy." But, when Jonas gets chosen to be the communities new receiver he learns about true feelings. Jonas has a very complex relationship with his teacher/mentor, The Giver, that changes over time.
Jonas's relationship with The Giver changes over time. For example, in the beginning of the book Jonas is appalled by The Giver's disregard for common community rules. By the end of the book he feels closer to The Giver than anyone else in his life. He thinks of The Giver like a Grandfather. He and The Giver talk about trying to share true emotions with the community, planning ways to show them how nice feelings and color can be. Jonas tells The Giver exactly what he's thinking and feeling.
Another way that Jonas's relationship with The Giver changes over time is that The Giver ends up telling Jonas everything too. For example, Jonas and The Givers relationship is so strong that by the end of the book, The Giver tells Jonas about the one thing he grieves over most: the previous receiver's failure. He also explains to Jonas what the community's leaders mean when they say that someone is "released."
In conclusion, Jonas's relationship with The Giver grows stronger over time. It get stronger because Jonas and The Giver tell each other everything. By the end of the book, the feeling can only be described as love.
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