Monday, December 19, 2011
The Catcher in the Rye
Friday, December 16, 2011
Presentations and Music
Presentations
Thursday, December 15, 2011
The Invisible Man
Friday, December 2, 2011
The Adventures of Huckleberry Fin
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
There's a Fork In The Road To Humanity
Saturday, November 26, 2011
The Role of Religon.
Friday, November 25, 2011
Macbeth: The Man Who Threw Away His Soul
Sunday, November 20, 2011
The Meaning of Words
Saturday, November 19, 2011
The Oppressed Find a Voice
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
The difference between Hamlet and Macbeth.
Monday, November 14, 2011
True Essence
The book Perfume: The Story of a Murderer by Patrick Suskind, is truly an exquisitely written tale about a character named Grenouille. He isn’t an ordinary human being, and during eighteenth century France, fitting is in is a must among crowds. The instant I read the first few lines of the book, I was captivated chapter through chapter. Though the plot itself is interesting, the creation of each persona and character has an instant affect upon the character Grenouille. It takes you throughout his life, since the day he was born. The author is constantly distinguishing Grenouille from the rest of society. Ever heard of Sweeney Todd? Frankenstein? Even Edward Sissorhands is an example of Grenouille’s persona. They all appear like monsters among society. This is a must read. But if you don’t like gory and grotesque thoughts, actions, the book might not be for you. Every word was chosen to create a sensual yet, evil thread among the entire plot. Definitely a book I will remember.
Those Meddling Witches
Macbeth Vs. Hamlet
Sunday, November 13, 2011
The Color Purple
Thursday, November 10, 2011
The house of night series
The defendant is found... Guilty?
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
What do we think about Hamlet?
Do we think he is insane? Do we think he is an intellectual? Both sides are equally able to be argued.
Android Blogging
I just want to let you guys know that if you have a smart phone or device of such, you can download the blogspot app to post from your phone. (:
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Are You Hungry?
Monday, September 26, 2011
Do You Think That it was Bigger's Fate to End up Where he Is?
Can Bigger's character change positively even though he is black, in the 1930s, committed double homicide, and has little faith in himself?
Friday, September 23, 2011
A Changing Bigger
Friday, September 9, 2011
Bigger a sympathetic character?
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Blacks over Reds
Friday, September 2, 2011
Can one family really make a difference?
Mary Dalton
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Bigger than Death
Mrs. Dalton
Controversy Back in the Day
What is up with this change?
How Does Native Son Connect to the Situations in Your Life?
Bigger and Racism
Who Is Bigger Thomas?
Bigger and Joe Christmas and Lenny
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
"Bigger?" As in better?
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
What is the "Bigger" Picture?
By the way, has anyone thought of how Mary's name could be a biblical reference to Virgin Mary? Her reappearance, according to Bigger's view, on page 89, could have a stronger meaning than the whiteness of her skin, since all he saw was blur. Or maybe I am just way off...let me know what you think.
Let me know what you think of the novel, so far as well!
Saturday, July 16, 2011
To Jose R.
- Even though writing is cool, there's something about verbalizing your thoughts that prove to be beneficiary.
- If something frustrates you to a point were you can't take it, know that it's okay to take a break and have a little fun.
- Know that development involves reflection, so it's okay to have time to yourself.
- Never give up an anything.
I believe that you could be great. I know that you have what it takes to accomplish all of your dreams, and change the lives of those around you. In the words of the Activist Maggie Kuhn, "Speak your mind- even if your voice shakes."
To the lovely and brutal Autumn Bonner
- If Mrs. Hill says take notes, TAKE NOTES.
- Don't wait last minute for anything.
- Buy two flash drives.
- Read more than what is assigned in class. Any individual reading will make for great outside connections and discussion starters.
- Be open to extremes on every level.
- Blog. Blog. Blog. Blog. Blog. Blog. BLOG.
- Start college stuff early on so that the end of senior year can be just a little less stress free.
Autumn, I have great faith in your success, may it be getting a five or accomplishing timed writing, which I never got down. Whatever you do, work hard for what you want, never sub comb to failure and stay grounded. In the words of Kanye West, yes Kanye West, "Sometimes giving up is harder than trying."
Love and Luck,
Jasmine Cutright
Thursday, May 26, 2011
To my brother, Aaron Phan
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Teach Me How To Dougie...err, I Mean SURVIVE!
-Organization is key! I definitely recommend buying a planner if you don't already have one so that you can write down specific dates and deadlines.
-Research, research, research college and universities. This is probably one of the most important things that you should be doing from the beginning of your summer and up until about October. Make sure what it is that each college wants from you & make sure to organize it so that you have it ready to go. You DO NOT want to be scrambling a week before the deadline to write out your personal statement and collect recommendation letters.
-Recommendation letters! Get them from your teachers in advance. This does NOT mean 1 week before it's due. *A piece of advice ;) ask Ms. Hill*
-SAT! Eeeeeeekk this scary test should be attacked in the months of October, November, and December. If you decide to take it during the summer in June then that's PERFECT! If you are having financial difficulty then go make bffs with Mrs. Rodriguez because she can get you a FEE WAIVER! Hooorah!
-College applications.... :| Yeah that face describes our experience with applications. If you're applying for any in-state universities like NAU, ASU, and UA then homegirl Mrs. Rodriguez can hook it up! She has application waivers in the front office to these schools that you can use to save yourself some cheddarr $! If you have more money in your pocket then you can use it to spend on books, and pencils, and AP tests :p Oh who am I kidding! (We would NEVER do that!) haha anyways some applications require you to pay a ridiculous price such as $80 o_O and then there are others that have NO FEEEE!!! I <3 no fee! Make sure to do some research because usually those schools are small and private universities and colleges that have little to no publicity and A LOT of money to cajole us into attending their school.
Since I still have to finish my homework (procrastinating) for Pre Calculus because I was (procrastinating) I am done for the night. One last piece of advice do not (procrastinate) like I am doing right now. :D
Monday, May 16, 2011
Who, are, you?
I came to the conclusion that the most important thing in the story was how one can best serve those who they are most close to. If this means that one must turn into a bug, become even more alienated, and even die in the end so those that you love can learn to prosper on their own, then so be it.
Im curious to hear what everyone else got out of the story. Please comment below. :)
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Summer reading
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Existentialism
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Short-Story-a-thon
So here are the rules:
1) Post no less than two sentences
2) Use new vocabulary
3) Stay on topic
4) No profanity
5) Be nice
6) Keep it intellectually appropriate
7) Keep it in third person
8) Have fun
Ms. Hill will be the moderator and is free, as always, to edit, comment. etc.
The purpose of this exercise is to have you practice using vocabulary in preparation to the AP English exam and have fun.
If you would like to post in the tone and voice of one of your favorite authors, please do so.
If there are characters as well within the story, please don't change their names or roles (if their roles are evident within the story already).
Happy Posting.
-Jacob Ray
Friday, April 8, 2011
"Oh, happiness!"
"What's yours?"
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
A World of Bliss... ? Please Explain!
Monday, March 21, 2011
One more block, one more paper.
I'm thinking of writing a paper encompassing the concept of Light vs. the Darkness as it pertains to the literature we've been exposed to, especially "Frankenstein". Feel free to post your ideas here! :D
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Objectivity VS Subjectivity
The fight for the best scoop is an ongoing battle that ever since the dawn of time has been apart of the lives of the human race. A question that is as old as such competition is the perspective in which the story is given from. Should the story be objective, being more of an on look including a more vast spectrum, or subjective, being more precise and direct usually varying from person to person.
Personally, I prefer the subjective view rather than the objective view due to this increase in focus. This focus allows more important details within conflicts such as the Egypt uprising. By learning about the individual details one can imply the objective view.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Inspiration In Words
Hello everyone,
""But they are sinners," I can hear the preachers and politicians say. "They are choosing a life of sin for which they must be punished." My scientist and medical friends have shared with me a reality that so many gay people have confirmed, I now know it in my heart to be true. No one chooses to be gay. Sexual orientation, like skin color, is another feature of our diversity as a human family" (Desmond Tutu).
What quotes have you found that stood out to you? Share with us!
Thursday, January 27, 2011
The Fall of Amir
OH my goodness. You must agree with me when I say that in this last chapter, this is exactly what happend. Evil triumphed. I am so astounded by what Amir did, I knew he was jealous and selfish, but I never thought of him as beign capable of abandoning his best friend, even if he never said it. When I was reading the book, there was a part when I just couldn't go on. I feel so letdown by Amir and the way he acted and the worst part is that if he had been the one in trouble and it was Hassan that found him, he would have defended him. The worst part about it is that in the proceeding days Hassan doesnt show himself any more, and all he does is sleep. Amir doesnt even go confort him, and when Ali askes him what's wrong, he even had the nerve to tell him that he doesnt know and that if he;s just going to stand in the door way and let him freeze. The nerve of the kid.
I hope that in the future he at least tells Hassan the truth and then never speaks to him again. If it were me I would forgive Amir but I'd never want to see him again. What do you guys think?
Monday, January 24, 2011
"The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini
First off, there was a myriad of passages that stood out to me, especially when pertaining to Amir, the protagonist, and his relationship with his father:
"Of course, marrying a poet was one thing, but fathering a song who preferred burying his face in poetry books to hunting... well, that wasn't how Baba had envisioned it" (Pp. 20)
That one passage touched upon a very serious situation that many young people go through with their parents: a misunderstanding of one another. Amir alluded to "... a past of unatoned sins" (Pp. 1). What could he possibly be saying by correlating his relationship with his father and these "unatoned sins"? A lot of questions arose within me while reading these first three chapters... but one thing is for sure; We're in for a bumpy ride alongside this troubled character, Amir.
Were there any specific portions in the book that stood out to you guys?
Friday, January 21, 2011
The start of your outside reading book
- Greek Proverb
When I first saw this qoute it shook me and made me realize that it's so true that in a way, it is what we all thrive aspire to. We all want to leave something important in this world that will some day inspire future genorations and at the same time create a legacy for us. It also reminds me of the project we are working on, because the people we will find all did this, they only thought about making the world a better place and fighting for what was right, and in the end, they did more than that.
It also makes me reflect on the fact that the very smart people should share their knowledge with the world; otherwise, what's the point of knowing all they know and keeping it to themselves? It also reminds me of Mr. Blankenship's favorite saying: "bright man's burden" because it's so true that bright men have to suffer with the fact of knowing too much, but I think that can be watered down if everyone cooperated in making the world a better place and not just leaving all the work to a few whom we think know best. The only way to improve society is to pitch in, even if we know that we may not live long enough to see the fruit of our work.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Humanity's Poisionous Tusks
a. Imagery of Light & Darkness
b. Symbolism of Mirrors
c. Humanizing Light Shed on Elephant Man
d. Society's Masked Personality
Feel free to elaborate on the following :) or to add your own interpretation of the movie and bring in original perspective.