Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Semester 2 Portfolio
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Friday, May 22, 2015
13-21 Reading Review
1. Katniss brings up a good point about how the Career Tributes have been lasting so long in the games. They have a large supply of weapons and food at the Cornucopia. Katniss and Rue come up with a plan to destroy their supplies so that the Careers are brought to a disadvantage for the rest of the games. Katniss decides to fire an arrow towards the strategic piles of supplies made by the Careers which then tears open a bag of apples, causing it to trigger a explosion.
"Say the supplies were gone. How long would they last?....And for the first time, I have a plan. A plan that isn't motivated by the need for flight and invasion. An offensive plan." Pg. 207
2. After hearing the announcement allowing both tributes from the same district to be declared winners, she finds the need to find Peeta immediately and become allies. Katniss uses hints from earlier on in the games to find Peeta's whereabouts. She finds him near the stream concealed with dirt, rocks, and plants. Peeta is suffering big time from the wound Cato has brought to his leg. Because of that, Katniss is playing along with the "star-crossed lovers" act to appear likable by potential sponsors. She plays the role to receive necessary supplies to keep herself and Peeta alive, but deep down she really cares about him. She took care of him and did everything in her ability to keep him alive.
"I know if I was watching I'd loathe any tribute who didn't immediately ally with their district partner. Besides, it just makes sense to protect each other. " Pg 247
"Remember, were madly in love, so it's all right to kiss me anytime you feel like it." Pg 253
3. As Katniss begins sprinting for the bag, she comes face to face with Clove. They exchange a few darting knifes and beaming arrows until a knife hits her in the forehead, creating a gash. As Clove was getting ready to kill Katniss Thresh comes from the back and yanks her away and kills her. When Katniss reveals to Thresh what happened to Rue he willingly spares her life. She accepts the deal and runs back to the cave. In the bag she finds a hypodermic needle.
"Without hesitation, I sprint to the table. I can sense the emergence of danger before I see it." Pg. 283
"Just this one time, I'll let you go. For the little girl. You and me, we're even then. No more owed. You understand?" Pg. 288
4. Katniss' loving attitude towards Peeta begins solely for the games. She sees his tragic condition and is willing to do whatever it takes to keep him alive even if it involves her showing affection. " Getting the broth into Peeta takes an hour of coaxing, begging, threatening, and yes, kissing, but finally, sip by sip, he empties the pot" (pg. 262). Peeta's health is getting worse as the days go by, so in order for them both to exit the arena alive she must manipulate the games. Katniss jeopardized her life to capture the book bag, holding the one thing that will save Peeta's life. "Without hesitation, I sprint to the table. I can sense the emergence of danger before I even see it" (Pg. 283). Without even knowing what's in the book bag, she continues to do whatever it takes to save Peeta's life. At the same time she is doing it all to show the audience and Gamemakers that its all because of love.
"Say the supplies were gone. How long would they last?....And for the first time, I have a plan. A plan that isn't motivated by the need for flight and invasion. An offensive plan." Pg. 207
2. After hearing the announcement allowing both tributes from the same district to be declared winners, she finds the need to find Peeta immediately and become allies. Katniss uses hints from earlier on in the games to find Peeta's whereabouts. She finds him near the stream concealed with dirt, rocks, and plants. Peeta is suffering big time from the wound Cato has brought to his leg. Because of that, Katniss is playing along with the "star-crossed lovers" act to appear likable by potential sponsors. She plays the role to receive necessary supplies to keep herself and Peeta alive, but deep down she really cares about him. She took care of him and did everything in her ability to keep him alive.
"I know if I was watching I'd loathe any tribute who didn't immediately ally with their district partner. Besides, it just makes sense to protect each other. " Pg 247
"Remember, were madly in love, so it's all right to kiss me anytime you feel like it." Pg 253
3. As Katniss begins sprinting for the bag, she comes face to face with Clove. They exchange a few darting knifes and beaming arrows until a knife hits her in the forehead, creating a gash. As Clove was getting ready to kill Katniss Thresh comes from the back and yanks her away and kills her. When Katniss reveals to Thresh what happened to Rue he willingly spares her life. She accepts the deal and runs back to the cave. In the bag she finds a hypodermic needle.
"Without hesitation, I sprint to the table. I can sense the emergence of danger before I see it." Pg. 283
"Just this one time, I'll let you go. For the little girl. You and me, we're even then. No more owed. You understand?" Pg. 288
4. Katniss' loving attitude towards Peeta begins solely for the games. She sees his tragic condition and is willing to do whatever it takes to keep him alive even if it involves her showing affection. " Getting the broth into Peeta takes an hour of coaxing, begging, threatening, and yes, kissing, but finally, sip by sip, he empties the pot" (pg. 262). Peeta's health is getting worse as the days go by, so in order for them both to exit the arena alive she must manipulate the games. Katniss jeopardized her life to capture the book bag, holding the one thing that will save Peeta's life. "Without hesitation, I sprint to the table. I can sense the emergence of danger before I even see it" (Pg. 283). Without even knowing what's in the book bag, she continues to do whatever it takes to save Peeta's life. At the same time she is doing it all to show the audience and Gamemakers that its all because of love.
Monday, May 18, 2015
A'ole Moanalua
To Whom it may concern,
At a given moment in their lives, students will have to face reality which is planning out their life after high school. Without much knowledge they are given guidance through classes taken throughout the week which, here at Moanalua, we call Career Academic Planning or CAP class. As students of Moanalua, we feel our CAP classes aren’t providing enough to prepare us for the future. Often times we are required to complete work we find unnecessary or have no connection to future tasks. We are demanding a better structured and useful CAP class designed to ensure success in our future endeavors.
Students exiting high school are worried they aren’t well prepared. The National High School Center states that nearly half of all high school seniors feel they lack the skills and abilities to secure non-entry-level jobs. One fourth of them reported to not feel at all prepared for college-level work. The public school system should work to educate students on all levels whether it is standardized testing or deciding on a career, all of which we have no knowledge of.
In the end students should feel peace of mind walking down that graduation aisle, knowing that they were given the tools to do the very best in whatever they want. The only way to do so is for high school planning courses to implement more practical and valuable skills being taught in their curriculum. Many students want to know which colleges best suits them, what careers are available depending on their skills, or what level of degree they need to land their dream job. All these are questions we feel aren’t being focused on enough. An informational CAP class can make a big difference to a student’s confidence leaving high school. As students we deserve a chance at making our future as bright and successful as it can be.
Sincerely,
Anonymous
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Macbeth Essay: Final
Everyone wants what they can't have and others will go to extreme measures because of greediness. What is unacceptable is allowing that strong desire control you and transform you into something you never intended to be. Macbeth is an example of someone who let his morals change drastically in the process of getting what he wants. This play by William Shakespeare talks about how an ordinary, loyal, kind-hearted man is attached with a prophecy saying he will become the thane of Cawdor. Macbeth takes advantage of the opportunity to acquire more than what he was given. As the saying goes, "give someone an inch, and they take a mile." Macbeth's morals soon got blinded by his cruel acts, and because of that he did things that never followed his values. Macbeth is a prime example of how it is unwise to allow a change in power corrupt your personal well-being and true intentions.
In the beginning of the play Macbeth showed numerous signs of being a trustworthy man even when faced with the idea of the murder of King Duncan. "Duncan is here on double trust: first, / because I'm his kinsman and his subject (both good / arguments against the deed) then, because I'm his host, who / should protect him from his murderer–not bear the knife" (1.7.9-12). "We'll go no further in this business. He has honored / me recently and I've won great respect from all sorts of / people. This is to be enjoyed while it's new, not cast aside so / soon" (1.7.31-34). Macbeth knows the difference between what is right and wrong and he proves that he prefers doing what is right all the time. Regardless of his morals he is very easily manipulated, especially with his wife. "Can you want the / glittering prize–the crown–yet be a selfless coward" (1.7.38-40). As Lady Macbeth attacks him that he is weak and worthless, he intends to prove her wrong and follow through with the deed. He believes it is possible to not be accused with the death of King Duncan if they act just as surprised and mourn like everyone else. Macbeth is taking actions that are slowly changing the person he is and it will only get worse with time. This one action of simply agreeing with the murder is just as bold committing it himself. It takes dignity to go against your conscience, but for Macbeth it didn't make him a better person.
Macbeth is an example of what you can expect to happen when a change of conscience is brought onto someone. After committing King Duncan's murder, Macbeth immediately felt a load of guilt. "I won't go back! I'm afraid to think of what / I've done. I daren't look at it again!" (2.2.51-52). Macbeth obviously knows that what he has done is completely against who he is and feels horrible about the deed. He continues to remain terrified about the thought of his actions being revealed to anyone, but his wife. Not only did Macbeth kill the king to ensure his power, but he is willing to destroy anyone that knows about his plans or gets in his way, proving that he wants more than simply being king. "To be thus–a king– is nothing. I must be safely thus. I fear / Banquo deeply. in his regal nature, theres a ruling element to / be feared. He's daring." (3.1.47-49) "That's that. Banquo, if your soul is bound for heaven, it will / reach there tonight. (3.1.35-36.) Macbeth, as you can see, is gradually becoming this cruel monster. In the beginning he couldn't bear killing the king, but now he doesn't think twice about killing someone who has been his companion the entire time. His first murder wasn't his last. Macbeth's transformation from the beginning of the story wasn't expected, but it proves anything is able to destroy you when you allow it to.
With all of Macbeth's wrongdoings to gain power he has developed a hatred with those around him. Those who mourn from the crimes he has committed are working together to avenge him. Macduff states, "Bring this / fiend of Scotland and myself face to face! Put him at a / sword's length before me! If he should escape, we'd both need / heaven's forgiveness!" (4.3.228-231). Macduff has lost his wife, children, and servants because of Macbeth. His careless slaughters have even brought the entire nation to go against and rebel against their own king. Malcolm states, "Let's go to the king. Our army is / ready. We need to do nothing but take our leave. Macbeth is / ripe for toppling, and the powers above will find the means. / Take comfort from this fact: It's a long night that has no dawn." (4.3.232-235). Macbeth is no longer the courageous man he was in the beginning. The respectful, kind, and just man is too far lost to restore again. Now the country's army is determined to bring down Macbeth and his actions for good.
The play "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare emphasizes how a person can change for the worst when they take advantage of the power they are given. The prophecy crowned him thane of Cawdor, but that wasn't enough for him and his wife. Because of that he allowed himself to travel in a different path than what he had planned for himself. The Universe has a way of keeping everything in check. For Macbeth, he faced something many like to call karma. "They said he died well and paid / his score. And so God be with him. Here comes newer / comfort" (5.7.81-83). Macbeth became a man no one, not even himself, could be proud of. Even though he got what he wanted he couldn't live with himself knowing the risks he had to tackle. The guilt that built up inside him was stronger than his desire for power in the end. So what was the point in everything? William Shakespeare tells the audience that it is better to be happy with who you are and live with what you have than to be someone you aren't just for a rank in society.
In the beginning of the play Macbeth showed numerous signs of being a trustworthy man even when faced with the idea of the murder of King Duncan. "Duncan is here on double trust: first, / because I'm his kinsman and his subject (both good / arguments against the deed) then, because I'm his host, who / should protect him from his murderer–not bear the knife" (1.7.9-12). "We'll go no further in this business. He has honored / me recently and I've won great respect from all sorts of / people. This is to be enjoyed while it's new, not cast aside so / soon" (1.7.31-34). Macbeth knows the difference between what is right and wrong and he proves that he prefers doing what is right all the time. Regardless of his morals he is very easily manipulated, especially with his wife. "Can you want the / glittering prize–the crown–yet be a selfless coward" (1.7.38-40). As Lady Macbeth attacks him that he is weak and worthless, he intends to prove her wrong and follow through with the deed. He believes it is possible to not be accused with the death of King Duncan if they act just as surprised and mourn like everyone else. Macbeth is taking actions that are slowly changing the person he is and it will only get worse with time. This one action of simply agreeing with the murder is just as bold committing it himself. It takes dignity to go against your conscience, but for Macbeth it didn't make him a better person.
Macbeth is an example of what you can expect to happen when a change of conscience is brought onto someone. After committing King Duncan's murder, Macbeth immediately felt a load of guilt. "I won't go back! I'm afraid to think of what / I've done. I daren't look at it again!" (2.2.51-52). Macbeth obviously knows that what he has done is completely against who he is and feels horrible about the deed. He continues to remain terrified about the thought of his actions being revealed to anyone, but his wife. Not only did Macbeth kill the king to ensure his power, but he is willing to destroy anyone that knows about his plans or gets in his way, proving that he wants more than simply being king. "To be thus–a king– is nothing. I must be safely thus. I fear / Banquo deeply. in his regal nature, theres a ruling element to / be feared. He's daring." (3.1.47-49) "That's that. Banquo, if your soul is bound for heaven, it will / reach there tonight. (3.1.35-36.) Macbeth, as you can see, is gradually becoming this cruel monster. In the beginning he couldn't bear killing the king, but now he doesn't think twice about killing someone who has been his companion the entire time. His first murder wasn't his last. Macbeth's transformation from the beginning of the story wasn't expected, but it proves anything is able to destroy you when you allow it to.
With all of Macbeth's wrongdoings to gain power he has developed a hatred with those around him. Those who mourn from the crimes he has committed are working together to avenge him. Macduff states, "Bring this / fiend of Scotland and myself face to face! Put him at a / sword's length before me! If he should escape, we'd both need / heaven's forgiveness!" (4.3.228-231). Macduff has lost his wife, children, and servants because of Macbeth. His careless slaughters have even brought the entire nation to go against and rebel against their own king. Malcolm states, "Let's go to the king. Our army is / ready. We need to do nothing but take our leave. Macbeth is / ripe for toppling, and the powers above will find the means. / Take comfort from this fact: It's a long night that has no dawn." (4.3.232-235). Macbeth is no longer the courageous man he was in the beginning. The respectful, kind, and just man is too far lost to restore again. Now the country's army is determined to bring down Macbeth and his actions for good.
The play "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare emphasizes how a person can change for the worst when they take advantage of the power they are given. The prophecy crowned him thane of Cawdor, but that wasn't enough for him and his wife. Because of that he allowed himself to travel in a different path than what he had planned for himself. The Universe has a way of keeping everything in check. For Macbeth, he faced something many like to call karma. "They said he died well and paid / his score. And so God be with him. Here comes newer / comfort" (5.7.81-83). Macbeth became a man no one, not even himself, could be proud of. Even though he got what he wanted he couldn't live with himself knowing the risks he had to tackle. The guilt that built up inside him was stronger than his desire for power in the end. So what was the point in everything? William Shakespeare tells the audience that it is better to be happy with who you are and live with what you have than to be someone you aren't just for a rank in society.
Monday, April 20, 2015
Macbeth Essay: Draft
Everyone wants what they can't have and others will go to extreme measures because of greediness. What is unacceptable is allowing that strong desire control you and transform you into something you never intended to be. Macbeth by William Shakespeare talks about how an ordinary, loyal, kind-hearted man is attached with a prophecy saying he will become the thane of Cawdor. Macbeth takes advantage of the opportunity to acquire more than what he was given. As the saying goes, "give someone an inch, and they take a mile." Along the way of getting what he wants he became a cruel, cold-blooded murder. The play "Macbeth" is an example of how it is unwise to allow a change in power corrupt your personal well-being and true intentions.
In the beginning of the play Macbeth showed numerous signs of being a trustworthy man even when faced with the idea of the murder of King Duncan. "Duncan is here on double trust: first, / because I'm his kinsman and his subject (both good / arguments against the deed) then, because I'm his host, who / should protect him from his murderer–not bear the knife" (1.7.9-12). "We'll go no further in this business. He has honored / me recently and I've won great respect from all sorts of / people. This is to be enjoyed while it's new, not cast aside so / soon" (1.7.31-34). Macbeth knows the difference between what is right and wrong and he proves that he prefers doing what is right all the time. Regardless of his morals he is very easily manipulated, especially with his wife. "Can you want the / glittering prize–the crown–yet be a selfless coward" (1.7.38-40). As Lady Macbeth attacks him that he is weak and worthless, he intends to prove her wrong and follow through with the deed. He believes it is possible to not be accused with the death of King Duncan if they act just as surprised and mourn like everyone else. Macbeth is taking actions that are slowly changing the person he is and it will only get worse with time.
Macbeth is an example of what you can expect to happen when a change of conscience is brought onto someone. After committing King Duncan's murder, Macbeth immediately felt a load of guilt. "I won't go back! I'm afraid to think of what / I've done. I daren't look at it again!" (2.2.51-52). Macbeth obviously knows that what he has done is completely against who he is and feels horrible about the deed. He continues to remain terrified about the thought of his actions being revealed to anyone, but his wife. Not only did Macbeth kill the king to ensure his power, but he is willing to destroy anyone that knows about his plans or gets in his way. "To be thus–a king– is nothing. I must be safely thus. I fear / Banquo deeply. in his regal nature, theres a ruling element to / be feared. He's daring." (3.1.47-49) "That's that. Banquo, if your soul is bound for heaven, it will / reach there tonight. (3.1.35-36.) Macbeth, as you can see, is gradually becoming this cruel monster. In the beginning he couldn't bear killing the king, but now he doesn't think twice about killing someone who has been his companion the entire time. This shows how one mistake can alter a person entirely.
With all of Macbeth's wrongdoings to gain power he has developed a hatred with those around him. Those who mourn from the crimes he has committed are working together to avenge him. Macduff states, "Bring this / fiend of Scotland and myself face to face! Put him at a / sword's length before me! If he should escape, we'd both need / heaven's forgiveness!" (4.3.228-231). Macduff has lost his wife, children, and servants because of Macbeth. His careless slaughters have become difficult for the nation to handle. Malcolm states, "Let's go to the king. Our army is / ready. We need to do nothing but take our leave. Macbeth is / ripe for toppling, and the powers above will find the means. / Take comfort from this fact: It's a long night that has no dawn." (4.3.232-235). Macbeth is no longer the courageous man he was in the beginning. He has become a man everyone despises. Now the country's army is determined to bring down Macbeth and destroying him and his actions for good.
The play "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare emphasizes how a person can change for the worst when they take advantage of the power they are given. The prophecy crowned him thane of Cawdor, but that wasn't enough for him and his wife. Because of that he allowed himself to travel in a different path than what he had planned for himself. The Universe has a way of keeping everything in check. For Macbeth, he faced something many like to call karma. "They said he died well and paid / his score. And so God be with him. Here comes newer / comfort" (5.7.81-83). Macbeth became a man no one, not even himself, could be proud of. William Shakespeare tells the audience that it is better to be happy with who you are and live with what you have than to be someone you aren't just for a rank in society.
In the beginning of the play Macbeth showed numerous signs of being a trustworthy man even when faced with the idea of the murder of King Duncan. "Duncan is here on double trust: first, / because I'm his kinsman and his subject (both good / arguments against the deed) then, because I'm his host, who / should protect him from his murderer–not bear the knife" (1.7.9-12). "We'll go no further in this business. He has honored / me recently and I've won great respect from all sorts of / people. This is to be enjoyed while it's new, not cast aside so / soon" (1.7.31-34). Macbeth knows the difference between what is right and wrong and he proves that he prefers doing what is right all the time. Regardless of his morals he is very easily manipulated, especially with his wife. "Can you want the / glittering prize–the crown–yet be a selfless coward" (1.7.38-40). As Lady Macbeth attacks him that he is weak and worthless, he intends to prove her wrong and follow through with the deed. He believes it is possible to not be accused with the death of King Duncan if they act just as surprised and mourn like everyone else. Macbeth is taking actions that are slowly changing the person he is and it will only get worse with time.
Macbeth is an example of what you can expect to happen when a change of conscience is brought onto someone. After committing King Duncan's murder, Macbeth immediately felt a load of guilt. "I won't go back! I'm afraid to think of what / I've done. I daren't look at it again!" (2.2.51-52). Macbeth obviously knows that what he has done is completely against who he is and feels horrible about the deed. He continues to remain terrified about the thought of his actions being revealed to anyone, but his wife. Not only did Macbeth kill the king to ensure his power, but he is willing to destroy anyone that knows about his plans or gets in his way. "To be thus–a king– is nothing. I must be safely thus. I fear / Banquo deeply. in his regal nature, theres a ruling element to / be feared. He's daring." (3.1.47-49) "That's that. Banquo, if your soul is bound for heaven, it will / reach there tonight. (3.1.35-36.) Macbeth, as you can see, is gradually becoming this cruel monster. In the beginning he couldn't bear killing the king, but now he doesn't think twice about killing someone who has been his companion the entire time. This shows how one mistake can alter a person entirely.
With all of Macbeth's wrongdoings to gain power he has developed a hatred with those around him. Those who mourn from the crimes he has committed are working together to avenge him. Macduff states, "Bring this / fiend of Scotland and myself face to face! Put him at a / sword's length before me! If he should escape, we'd both need / heaven's forgiveness!" (4.3.228-231). Macduff has lost his wife, children, and servants because of Macbeth. His careless slaughters have become difficult for the nation to handle. Malcolm states, "Let's go to the king. Our army is / ready. We need to do nothing but take our leave. Macbeth is / ripe for toppling, and the powers above will find the means. / Take comfort from this fact: It's a long night that has no dawn." (4.3.232-235). Macbeth is no longer the courageous man he was in the beginning. He has become a man everyone despises. Now the country's army is determined to bring down Macbeth and destroying him and his actions for good.
The play "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare emphasizes how a person can change for the worst when they take advantage of the power they are given. The prophecy crowned him thane of Cawdor, but that wasn't enough for him and his wife. Because of that he allowed himself to travel in a different path than what he had planned for himself. The Universe has a way of keeping everything in check. For Macbeth, he faced something many like to call karma. "They said he died well and paid / his score. And so God be with him. Here comes newer / comfort" (5.7.81-83). Macbeth became a man no one, not even himself, could be proud of. William Shakespeare tells the audience that it is better to be happy with who you are and live with what you have than to be someone you aren't just for a rank in society.
Monday, April 13, 2015
4/2 Handout
Part 1
1. In your opinion, is Lady Macbeth a cold-blooded murderer? Why or why not?
I think Lady Macbeth is a cold-blooded murder because she was able to convince her husband to do such an act and not feel an ounce of guilt after it was done.
2. Lady Macbeth has her own antics throughout the play. Why does Lady Macbeth faint in Act II? Does it serve its purpose? Explain.
Lady Macbeth faints on purpose to show that she is just as surprised of the death as anyone else. She does it to draw suspicion away from her and Macbeth.
3. How does Macbeth's attitude toward Duncan change after the murder?
Macbeth instantly felt a great amount of guilt after the murder of King Duncan, but tries to conceal it.
4. If so pressuring on Macbeth, why didn't Lady Macbeth kill the king instead of Macbeth?
Lady Macbeth didn't have the will power to kill Duncan herself because he looks like her father when he is asleep.
5. Now that Macbeth has killed the king, do you think he must do anything else to reign as king? Explain your answer.
In order for Macbeth to reign as king he must remove those who are suspicious or are capable of revealing that he was guilty of the murder.
Part 2
1. " My hands are the same color as yours-but I'd be ashamed to have a heart as white as yours!" (Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 64-65)
"Why, my lord, you'll wear yourself out, thinking about things so dementedly." (Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 44-45)
2. " Look frank and innocent. To show your feelings is dangerous. Leave everything else to me." (Act 1. Scene 5. Lines 68-69)
"Help me please [pretending to faint]" (Act 2. Scene 3. Lines 27)
3. " I won't go back! I'm afraid to think of what I've done. I daren't look at it again!"(Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 51-52)
"Better to be lost in thought than face reality. (Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 71)
4. " If Duncan hadn't looked like my father in is sleep, I'd have done it myself" (Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 11-13)
1. In your opinion, is Lady Macbeth a cold-blooded murderer? Why or why not?
I think Lady Macbeth is a cold-blooded murder because she was able to convince her husband to do such an act and not feel an ounce of guilt after it was done.
2. Lady Macbeth has her own antics throughout the play. Why does Lady Macbeth faint in Act II? Does it serve its purpose? Explain.
Lady Macbeth faints on purpose to show that she is just as surprised of the death as anyone else. She does it to draw suspicion away from her and Macbeth.
3. How does Macbeth's attitude toward Duncan change after the murder?
Macbeth instantly felt a great amount of guilt after the murder of King Duncan, but tries to conceal it.
4. If so pressuring on Macbeth, why didn't Lady Macbeth kill the king instead of Macbeth?
Lady Macbeth didn't have the will power to kill Duncan herself because he looks like her father when he is asleep.
5. Now that Macbeth has killed the king, do you think he must do anything else to reign as king? Explain your answer.
In order for Macbeth to reign as king he must remove those who are suspicious or are capable of revealing that he was guilty of the murder.
Part 2
1. " My hands are the same color as yours-but I'd be ashamed to have a heart as white as yours!" (Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 64-65)
"Why, my lord, you'll wear yourself out, thinking about things so dementedly." (Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 44-45)
2. " Look frank and innocent. To show your feelings is dangerous. Leave everything else to me." (Act 1. Scene 5. Lines 68-69)
"Help me please [pretending to faint]" (Act 2. Scene 3. Lines 27)
3. " I won't go back! I'm afraid to think of what I've done. I daren't look at it again!"(Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 51-52)
"Better to be lost in thought than face reality. (Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 71)
4. " If Duncan hadn't looked like my father in is sleep, I'd have done it myself" (Act 2. Scene 2. Lines 11-13)
Sunday, April 12, 2015
3/31 Handout
Part 1
1. What is the relationship between Macbeth and his wife? Explain.
Macbeth and his wife are very loyal to each other. After hearing about the prophecy, however, Lady Macbeth becomes very controlling because she wants things done her way to satisfy her desire for power. Through it all she has changed her husbands intentions and that's not what spouse's should do to one another.
2. Why does Macbeth ultimately decide to murder Duncan?
Lady Macbeth, after finding out about the prophecy, begins telling Macbeth how he's a coward and hesitant towards matters. Macbeth is a kind man and is still very scared about the thought of killing the King. She convinces him that this is their chance to obtain the "unchallenged power" they want. Macbeth, wanting to prove her wrong, approves of the murder of King Duncan because he knows there's a chance of getting away with it all.
3. Explain Macbeth's character thus far in the story.
Macbeth is a loyal and kind-hearted man. He is honored for his success during the war by those at home. Although he seems as if he wants to make the right decisions, he is often easily persuaded to do the opposite.
4. Do you think he will get away with the murder? Provide reasoning.
He will get away with the murder because he has been kind to the King and his attendants from the beginning, from serving the country to allowing them to stay at his castle. They will not suspect anything other than kind actions from him.
5. What do you think Macbeth should do?
I think Macbeth should remain the same as he has since the beginning and not change anything based on his wife's desires. He has proven to be a man that makes decisions based on what is just and fair only until the thought of killing Duncan came around. I believe Macbeth should refrain from the murder and settle with what was planed for him, which is not being the king, but only the Thane of Cawdor.
Part 2
1. " Tonight's great business you must leave to me. It will secure us unchallenged power for the rest of our lives." (Act 1. Scene 5. Lines 66-67)
"Are you afraid to match your acts with your ambitions? Can you want the glittering prize - the crown - yet be a self-confessed coward." (Act 1. Scene 7. Lines 38-40)
2. " You want greatness. You are not without ambition. But you lack the ruthlessness that's needed. " (Act. 1. Scene 5. Lines 16-18)
" Come home quickly, so that I can inspire you with my passion. My brave words will overcome the scruples standing between you and the golden circle- the crown that fate and the supernatural seem to have destined for you!" (Act 1. Scene 5. Lines 21-25)
3. "Whatever happens, even the roughest day comes to an end." (Act 1. Scene 3. Lines 146-147)
" We'll go no further in this business. He has honored me recently, and I've won great respect from all sorts of people. This is to be enjoyed while it's new, not cast aside so soon. (Act 1. Scene 7. Lines 31-34)
4. "Duncan is here on double trust: first, because I'm his kinsman and his subject (both good arguments against the deed); then, because I'm his host, who should protect him form his murderer- not bear the knife." (Act 1. Scene 7. Lines. 9-12)
1. What is the relationship between Macbeth and his wife? Explain.
Macbeth and his wife are very loyal to each other. After hearing about the prophecy, however, Lady Macbeth becomes very controlling because she wants things done her way to satisfy her desire for power. Through it all she has changed her husbands intentions and that's not what spouse's should do to one another.
2. Why does Macbeth ultimately decide to murder Duncan?
Lady Macbeth, after finding out about the prophecy, begins telling Macbeth how he's a coward and hesitant towards matters. Macbeth is a kind man and is still very scared about the thought of killing the King. She convinces him that this is their chance to obtain the "unchallenged power" they want. Macbeth, wanting to prove her wrong, approves of the murder of King Duncan because he knows there's a chance of getting away with it all.
3. Explain Macbeth's character thus far in the story.
Macbeth is a loyal and kind-hearted man. He is honored for his success during the war by those at home. Although he seems as if he wants to make the right decisions, he is often easily persuaded to do the opposite.
4. Do you think he will get away with the murder? Provide reasoning.
He will get away with the murder because he has been kind to the King and his attendants from the beginning, from serving the country to allowing them to stay at his castle. They will not suspect anything other than kind actions from him.
5. What do you think Macbeth should do?
I think Macbeth should remain the same as he has since the beginning and not change anything based on his wife's desires. He has proven to be a man that makes decisions based on what is just and fair only until the thought of killing Duncan came around. I believe Macbeth should refrain from the murder and settle with what was planed for him, which is not being the king, but only the Thane of Cawdor.
Part 2
1. " Tonight's great business you must leave to me. It will secure us unchallenged power for the rest of our lives." (Act 1. Scene 5. Lines 66-67)
"Are you afraid to match your acts with your ambitions? Can you want the glittering prize - the crown - yet be a self-confessed coward." (Act 1. Scene 7. Lines 38-40)
2. " You want greatness. You are not without ambition. But you lack the ruthlessness that's needed. " (Act. 1. Scene 5. Lines 16-18)
" Come home quickly, so that I can inspire you with my passion. My brave words will overcome the scruples standing between you and the golden circle- the crown that fate and the supernatural seem to have destined for you!" (Act 1. Scene 5. Lines 21-25)
3. "Whatever happens, even the roughest day comes to an end." (Act 1. Scene 3. Lines 146-147)
" We'll go no further in this business. He has honored me recently, and I've won great respect from all sorts of people. This is to be enjoyed while it's new, not cast aside so soon. (Act 1. Scene 7. Lines 31-34)
4. "Duncan is here on double trust: first, because I'm his kinsman and his subject (both good arguments against the deed); then, because I'm his host, who should protect him form his murderer- not bear the knife." (Act 1. Scene 7. Lines. 9-12)
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Group Reader Response LC #2: Dialectical Journal Practice
1. Critical Stance:
a) Dehumanization means to deprive of human qualities or attributes; divest of individuality.
b) With living in the concentration camps for so long and witnessing inhumane acts from left to right, many prisoners doubted God's plan for them. After believing in His judgement for their entire lives they only began to question why certain things happened the way they did. For example, why crematories, gallows, or concentration camps even existed. Many lost the reason to ask God for guidance in time of need and just settled with whatever comes their way.
c) Eliezer was once a strong believer of God. The time he spent in the concentration camps have transformed his mindset towards life. He lost faith in God after experiencing the crematories and the gallows. All these inhuman acts he witnesses soon begins to mean nothing to him. He would simply take a glance and turn away as if nothing happened; as if he had become immune to it.
2. "I had watched the whole scene without moving. I kept quiet. In fact I was thinking of how to get farther away so that I would not be hit myself. What is more, any anger I felt at that moment was directed, not against the Kapo, but against my father. I was angry with him, for not knowing how to avoid Idek's outbreak. That is what concentration camp life had made of me. " Pg. 52
"Blessed be the Name of the Eternal!"
"Why, but why should I bless Him? In every fiber I rebelled. Because he had thousands of children burned in His pits?Because he kept six crematories working night and day, on Sundays and feast days?"...."How could i say to Him: "Blessed art Thou, Eternal, Master of the Universe, who chose us from among the races to be tortured day and night, to see our fathers, our mothers, our brothers, end in the crematory? Praised be The Holy Name, Thou Who hast chosen us to be butchered on Thine altar?" Pg. 64
"But these men here, whom You have betrayed, whom You have allowed to be tortured, butchered, gassed, burned, what do they do? They pray before You! They praise your name!" Pg. 64
"He would recite whole pages of the Talmud from memory, argue with himself, ask himself questions and answer himself. And one day he said to me: "It's the end. God is no longer with us." Pg 73
"The thousands who had dies daily at Auschwitz and at Birkenau in the crematory ovens no longer troubled me. " Pg. 59
a) Dehumanization means to deprive of human qualities or attributes; divest of individuality.
b) With living in the concentration camps for so long and witnessing inhumane acts from left to right, many prisoners doubted God's plan for them. After believing in His judgement for their entire lives they only began to question why certain things happened the way they did. For example, why crematories, gallows, or concentration camps even existed. Many lost the reason to ask God for guidance in time of need and just settled with whatever comes their way.
c) Eliezer was once a strong believer of God. The time he spent in the concentration camps have transformed his mindset towards life. He lost faith in God after experiencing the crematories and the gallows. All these inhuman acts he witnesses soon begins to mean nothing to him. He would simply take a glance and turn away as if nothing happened; as if he had become immune to it.
2. "I had watched the whole scene without moving. I kept quiet. In fact I was thinking of how to get farther away so that I would not be hit myself. What is more, any anger I felt at that moment was directed, not against the Kapo, but against my father. I was angry with him, for not knowing how to avoid Idek's outbreak. That is what concentration camp life had made of me. " Pg. 52
"Blessed be the Name of the Eternal!"
"Why, but why should I bless Him? In every fiber I rebelled. Because he had thousands of children burned in His pits?Because he kept six crematories working night and day, on Sundays and feast days?"...."How could i say to Him: "Blessed art Thou, Eternal, Master of the Universe, who chose us from among the races to be tortured day and night, to see our fathers, our mothers, our brothers, end in the crematory? Praised be The Holy Name, Thou Who hast chosen us to be butchered on Thine altar?" Pg. 64
"But these men here, whom You have betrayed, whom You have allowed to be tortured, butchered, gassed, burned, what do they do? They pray before You! They praise your name!" Pg. 64
"He would recite whole pages of the Talmud from memory, argue with himself, ask himself questions and answer himself. And one day he said to me: "It's the end. God is no longer with us." Pg 73
"The thousands who had dies daily at Auschwitz and at Birkenau in the crematory ovens no longer troubled me. " Pg. 59
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Literary Check #1
1. Critical Stance
With each new decree given by the government, the Jews of Sighet continued to remain calm. They believed in God so heavily they had faith he could get them out of any situation. Despite the torture or inhumane acts the Jews were put through they continued with the mindset that it will all get better.
2. Dialectical Journal Entries
"Man question God and God answers. But we don't understand His answers. We can't understand him" Pg. 2
Before they were told to leave their lives behind, Elizer believed strongly in God's plan for him. He may not know where it will take him or why certain things happened, but regardless, he entrusted Him with his life.
"They went by, fallen, dragging their packs, dragging their lives, deserting their homes, the years of their childhood, cringing like beaten dogs." Pg. 15
The Jews of Sighet didn't know why they had to leave their homes. They created families and memories and at an instant they had to drop everything and leave; to only get killed in the end.
"You can go if you want to," he said to me and to my older sisters. " I shall stay here with your mother and the child..."
"Naturally, we refused to be separated" Pg. 18
This quote shows the situations in which Eliezer could've grew up in. If he did't have much or lost everything important, there would always be something that would remain the same, family. No matter the circumstances Eliezer values family to the point of wanting to die together.
" Humanity? Humanity is not concerned with us. Today anything is allowed. Anything is possible, even these crematories..." Pg. 30
Its sad to admit that torture to this extreme is now considered normal. The Jews started to expect all these inhumane acts like it was a casual occurrence. They started to lose that positive mindset because they anticipated their death.
" Yitgadal veyitkadach shme raba...My heart was bursting. The moment had come. I was face to face with the Angel of Death." Pg. 31
Even at the moment he could've died, Eliezer found the strength to pray to his God. To his advantage it worked. His life was spared. This shows how he used his beliefs to get through tough situations.
With each new decree given by the government, the Jews of Sighet continued to remain calm. They believed in God so heavily they had faith he could get them out of any situation. Despite the torture or inhumane acts the Jews were put through they continued with the mindset that it will all get better.
2. Dialectical Journal Entries
"Man question God and God answers. But we don't understand His answers. We can't understand him" Pg. 2
Before they were told to leave their lives behind, Elizer believed strongly in God's plan for him. He may not know where it will take him or why certain things happened, but regardless, he entrusted Him with his life.
"They went by, fallen, dragging their packs, dragging their lives, deserting their homes, the years of their childhood, cringing like beaten dogs." Pg. 15
The Jews of Sighet didn't know why they had to leave their homes. They created families and memories and at an instant they had to drop everything and leave; to only get killed in the end.
"You can go if you want to," he said to me and to my older sisters. " I shall stay here with your mother and the child..."
"Naturally, we refused to be separated" Pg. 18
This quote shows the situations in which Eliezer could've grew up in. If he did't have much or lost everything important, there would always be something that would remain the same, family. No matter the circumstances Eliezer values family to the point of wanting to die together.
" Humanity? Humanity is not concerned with us. Today anything is allowed. Anything is possible, even these crematories..." Pg. 30
Its sad to admit that torture to this extreme is now considered normal. The Jews started to expect all these inhumane acts like it was a casual occurrence. They started to lose that positive mindset because they anticipated their death.
" Yitgadal veyitkadach shme raba...My heart was bursting. The moment had come. I was face to face with the Angel of Death." Pg. 31
Even at the moment he could've died, Eliezer found the strength to pray to his God. To his advantage it worked. His life was spared. This shows how he used his beliefs to get through tough situations.
Thursday, February 12, 2015
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Friday, January 30, 2015
Allusion Poem DRAFT
Born with a kind heart,
right intensions,
sweet personality,
and a love for knowledge
All you could ever ask for in a little girl,
right?
Blessed with a family
but questions their intentions.
Words hurt, but speak the truth
"I'm smart, you're dumb,
I'm big, you're little,
Im right, you're wrong!"
She wishes for a fairytale life,
like in the books
But happy endings only come after evil
Such a plot twist for this little girl
punished when showing intelligence,
and locked up in rooms lined with nails
Everyone in her life
doubts what she is capable of
Until she reveals
what the negativity has done to her.
Able to manipulate others
but still stuck with a messed up family
Whether its home or school,
there's always someone bringing her down.
There is little kindness left in this crazy world
some embrace it
some hide it,
and others are sweet like honey
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Sunday, December 7, 2014
Angry letter
1518 Dement St.
Honolulu, HI, 96819
December 3, 2014
Costco Wholesale
525 Alakawa St
Honolulu, HI 96817
Dear Costco Administration,
For many years my family and I have valued the service provided by your company. With great variety, quality, and reasonable prices Costco is our first resort when it comes to preparing for family gatherings or shopping for our daily meals.
Recently we have been having issues with standing in long lines and seeing only a few lanes open at checkout. A few days ago my mom and I were on our way to pay for our groceries when we came across large crowds near the checkout area. We noticed that only the center lanes were open, which caused the long lines. At the same time we saw multiple lanes towards the ends that were "closed". Like most households we do our shopping on the weekends when it is most convenient considering our busy schedules. We've noticed the weekends are also the most busiest working days for this business. Since its the holiday season more families are taking frequent trips to your stores to prepare for gatherings, but that doesn't mean it's not a year round issue. I understand your workers have other tasks to do, but I feel that, especially during the weekend, more workers should be assigned to checkout to accommodate the amount of customers.
In addition, while waiting in line I have witnessed customers complaining on how they were on a tight schedule and how the lines weren't working to their favor. Like most stores, cashiers are in charge of a large portion of customer service. With that in mind I think more employees should take on the task to ensure customers an enjoyable shopping experience. Through this all, the employees working in the open checkout lanes were very considerate and diligent. They were well-aware of the long lines and worked to the best of their ability to prevent customers from having to wait too long. With all that they do to ensure an efficient shopping experience for your customers, I do not feel they should have to work more than they have to when more lanes could easily be open.
I have no objection to your companies way of dispersing employees to different tasks, but I feel you should do a better job at allowing your customers a comfortable shopping experience by not having them wait in long lines for majority of the time.
Sincerely, Sheryl Cheong
Honolulu, HI, 96819
December 3, 2014
Costco Wholesale
525 Alakawa St
Honolulu, HI 96817
Dear Costco Administration,
For many years my family and I have valued the service provided by your company. With great variety, quality, and reasonable prices Costco is our first resort when it comes to preparing for family gatherings or shopping for our daily meals.
Recently we have been having issues with standing in long lines and seeing only a few lanes open at checkout. A few days ago my mom and I were on our way to pay for our groceries when we came across large crowds near the checkout area. We noticed that only the center lanes were open, which caused the long lines. At the same time we saw multiple lanes towards the ends that were "closed". Like most households we do our shopping on the weekends when it is most convenient considering our busy schedules. We've noticed the weekends are also the most busiest working days for this business. Since its the holiday season more families are taking frequent trips to your stores to prepare for gatherings, but that doesn't mean it's not a year round issue. I understand your workers have other tasks to do, but I feel that, especially during the weekend, more workers should be assigned to checkout to accommodate the amount of customers.
In addition, while waiting in line I have witnessed customers complaining on how they were on a tight schedule and how the lines weren't working to their favor. Like most stores, cashiers are in charge of a large portion of customer service. With that in mind I think more employees should take on the task to ensure customers an enjoyable shopping experience. Through this all, the employees working in the open checkout lanes were very considerate and diligent. They were well-aware of the long lines and worked to the best of their ability to prevent customers from having to wait too long. With all that they do to ensure an efficient shopping experience for your customers, I do not feel they should have to work more than they have to when more lanes could easily be open.
I have no objection to your companies way of dispersing employees to different tasks, but I feel you should do a better job at allowing your customers a comfortable shopping experience by not having them wait in long lines for majority of the time.
Sincerely, Sheryl Cheong
Sunday, November 16, 2014
Risky Business: Final Draft
With technology evolving every blink of an eye more and more teens are seeing the need to change along with it. They may see it as a way to connect and be with their friends without actually being around them. The invention can have its perks, but for some obsessed users it can create changes in their mental, emotional, and physical health. Comparing the effects from teens spending too much time on their cell phones, it would be to their benefit to limit the use because of the sleep deprivation, bad study habits, and lacking direct social skills.
Cell phones are well known for causing sleep deprivation in teens. According to an article published in the Annenberg Digital News, radio frequency wave energy that comes from mobile phones lead to insomnia, the inability to sleep. Sleep is a vital source of energy for the coming days. In order to be alert and focused for daily tasks you must have a good night's rest. One in three teens sends more than 100 text messages a day or 3000 texts a month. Susanne Phillips, a psychologist, states that teens that use their cell phones to text are 42% more likely to sleep with their phones than teens who own phones but don't text. In most cases, adolescents sleep with their phones beneath their pillow in order to have the status of being "available". Late night messages or calls lead for those on both ends to be at lack of rest. The best way to get enough hours of sleep every night is to turn off your phone at least an hour prior to sleeping and keeping it 9 feet away in order to not be affected by radiation. Sleep is a way to rejuvenate and replenish your body for whatever the day might bring. Don't let a modern invention ruin that.
High school is a crucial time in a person's life. It's important that they do well through studying and other school work. Cell phones could be the distraction that will jeopardize a teen's performance. A research from Kent State University showed that "high frequency users" were more likely to multi-task, a habit that has already been linked to lower grades in school. In a situation where a person is studying material they find difficult they are often drawn to non-academic activities, one of them being to log on to their smartphones. Researchers say the risk is that developing brains can become more easily habituated than adult brains to constantly switching tasks – and less able to sustain attention. Concentration is key to doing well in all areas of study. It has been proven that cell phone usage is linked to GPA and anxiety. The more obsessed you are the lower your GPA and higher your anxiety. In order to improve those test scores turn off those phones and open those books.
The way in which teens communicate is changing, and not for the better. They could be surrounded by their closest friends, but still find a way to end up on their cell phone. The tiny screen has a way to ruin a relationship. Its often difficult to connect with someone on a personal level when they are distracted by their phone. The many social, instrumental, and entertainment options phones offer often draw the attention of teens from the current environment, whether they are alone or in a crowd. A study led by Scott Campbell, an assistant professor of Communication Studies, hypothesized that frequent cell phone users would be less likely to talk with strangers in public settings due to the tendency of cell phones to reduce interpersonal interactions. Teens in this generation need to experience life without constant dependence on these devices, like how their parents or grandparents grew up. They need to understand a phone is not the only way to be connected with others.
Looking at how the use of cell phones affect teens, it would be clever to limit its use because of the lack of sleep, bad study habits, and destroyed direct relationships. The introduction of these devices has changed our society for the worst, but some may argue otherwise. Parents feel safer when their teen has a phone at all times. Its a way to constantly know where they are and to be alarmed when there is an emergency. Its like a compact computer that gives teens information at their fingertips. They could use it to find information with school assignments or just curiosity. As you can see, smart phones has its good sides, but it all depends on the user. You can abuse it or you can make the best out of it. What kind of smart phone user are you?
Cell phones are well known for causing sleep deprivation in teens. According to an article published in the Annenberg Digital News, radio frequency wave energy that comes from mobile phones lead to insomnia, the inability to sleep. Sleep is a vital source of energy for the coming days. In order to be alert and focused for daily tasks you must have a good night's rest. One in three teens sends more than 100 text messages a day or 3000 texts a month. Susanne Phillips, a psychologist, states that teens that use their cell phones to text are 42% more likely to sleep with their phones than teens who own phones but don't text. In most cases, adolescents sleep with their phones beneath their pillow in order to have the status of being "available". Late night messages or calls lead for those on both ends to be at lack of rest. The best way to get enough hours of sleep every night is to turn off your phone at least an hour prior to sleeping and keeping it 9 feet away in order to not be affected by radiation. Sleep is a way to rejuvenate and replenish your body for whatever the day might bring. Don't let a modern invention ruin that.
High school is a crucial time in a person's life. It's important that they do well through studying and other school work. Cell phones could be the distraction that will jeopardize a teen's performance. A research from Kent State University showed that "high frequency users" were more likely to multi-task, a habit that has already been linked to lower grades in school. In a situation where a person is studying material they find difficult they are often drawn to non-academic activities, one of them being to log on to their smartphones. Researchers say the risk is that developing brains can become more easily habituated than adult brains to constantly switching tasks – and less able to sustain attention. Concentration is key to doing well in all areas of study. It has been proven that cell phone usage is linked to GPA and anxiety. The more obsessed you are the lower your GPA and higher your anxiety. In order to improve those test scores turn off those phones and open those books.
The way in which teens communicate is changing, and not for the better. They could be surrounded by their closest friends, but still find a way to end up on their cell phone. The tiny screen has a way to ruin a relationship. Its often difficult to connect with someone on a personal level when they are distracted by their phone. The many social, instrumental, and entertainment options phones offer often draw the attention of teens from the current environment, whether they are alone or in a crowd. A study led by Scott Campbell, an assistant professor of Communication Studies, hypothesized that frequent cell phone users would be less likely to talk with strangers in public settings due to the tendency of cell phones to reduce interpersonal interactions. Teens in this generation need to experience life without constant dependence on these devices, like how their parents or grandparents grew up. They need to understand a phone is not the only way to be connected with others.
Looking at how the use of cell phones affect teens, it would be clever to limit its use because of the lack of sleep, bad study habits, and destroyed direct relationships. The introduction of these devices has changed our society for the worst, but some may argue otherwise. Parents feel safer when their teen has a phone at all times. Its a way to constantly know where they are and to be alarmed when there is an emergency. Its like a compact computer that gives teens information at their fingertips. They could use it to find information with school assignments or just curiosity. As you can see, smart phones has its good sides, but it all depends on the user. You can abuse it or you can make the best out of it. What kind of smart phone user are you?
Sunday, November 2, 2014
Risky Business: Rough Draft
With technology evolving every blink of an eye more and more teens are seeing the need to change along with it. They may see it as a way to connect and be with their friends without actually being around them. The invention can have its perks, but for some obsessed users it can create changes in their mental, emotional, and physical health. Comparing the effects from teens spending too much time on their cell phones, it would be to their benefit to limit the use because of the sleep deprivation, bad study habits, and lacking direct social skills.
Cell phones are well known for causing sleep deprivation in teens. According to an article published in the Annenberg Digital News, radio frequency wave energy that comes from mobile phones lead to insomnia, the inability to sleep. Sleep is a vital source of energy for the coming days. In order to be alert and focused for daily tasks you must have a good night's rest. According to Science Daily, many teens develop an addiction to their cell phone and feel a group pressure to remain connected and reachable around the clock. In most cases, adolescents sleep with their phones beneath their pillow in order to have the status of being "available". Late night messages or calls lead for those on both ends to be at lack of rest. The best way to get enough hours of sleep every night is to turn off your phone at least an hour prior to sleeping and keeping it 9 feet away in order to not be affected by radiation. Sleep is a way to rejuvenate and replenish your body for whatever the day might bring. Don't let a modern invention ruin that.
High school is a crucial time in a person's life. It's important that they do well through studying and other school work. Cell phones could be the distraction that will jeopardize a teen's performance. A research from Kent State University showed that "high frequency users" were more likely to multi-task, a habit that has already been linked to lower grades in school. In a situation where a person is studying material they find difficult they are often drawn to non-academic activities, one of them being to log on to their smartphones. Researchers say the risk is that developing brains can become more easily habituated than adult brains to constantly switching tasks – and less able to sustain attention. Concentration is key to doing well in all areas of study. It has been proven that cell phone usage is linked to GPA and anxiety. The more obsessed you are the lower your GPA and higher your anxiety. In order to improve those test scores turn off those phones and open those books.
The way in which teens communicate is changing, and not for the better. They could be surrounded by their closest friends, but still find a way to end up on their cell phone. The tiny screen has a way to ruin a relationship. Its often difficult to connect with someone on a personal level when they are distracted by their phone. The many social, instrumental, and entertainment options phones offer often draw the attention of teens from the current environment, whether they are alone or in a crowd. A study led by Scott Campbell, an assistant professor of Communication Studies, hypothesized that frequent cell phone users would be less likely to talk with strangers in public settings due to the tendency of cell phones to reduce interpersonal interactions. Teens in this generation need to experience life without constant dependence on these devices, like how their parents or grandparents grew up. They need to understand a phone is not the only way to be connected with others.
Looking at how the use of cell phones affect teens, it would be clever to limit its use because of the lack of sleep, bad study habits, and destroyed direct relationships. The introduction of these devices has changed our society for the worst, but some may argue otherwise. Parents feel safer when their teen has a phone at all times. Its a way to constantly know where they are and to be alarmed when there is an emergency. Its like a compact computer that gives teens information at their fingertips. They could use it to find information with school assignments or just curiosity. As you can see, smart phones has its good sides, but it all depends on the user. You can abuse it or you can make the best out of it. What kind of smart phone user are you?
Cell phones are well known for causing sleep deprivation in teens. According to an article published in the Annenberg Digital News, radio frequency wave energy that comes from mobile phones lead to insomnia, the inability to sleep. Sleep is a vital source of energy for the coming days. In order to be alert and focused for daily tasks you must have a good night's rest. According to Science Daily, many teens develop an addiction to their cell phone and feel a group pressure to remain connected and reachable around the clock. In most cases, adolescents sleep with their phones beneath their pillow in order to have the status of being "available". Late night messages or calls lead for those on both ends to be at lack of rest. The best way to get enough hours of sleep every night is to turn off your phone at least an hour prior to sleeping and keeping it 9 feet away in order to not be affected by radiation. Sleep is a way to rejuvenate and replenish your body for whatever the day might bring. Don't let a modern invention ruin that.
High school is a crucial time in a person's life. It's important that they do well through studying and other school work. Cell phones could be the distraction that will jeopardize a teen's performance. A research from Kent State University showed that "high frequency users" were more likely to multi-task, a habit that has already been linked to lower grades in school. In a situation where a person is studying material they find difficult they are often drawn to non-academic activities, one of them being to log on to their smartphones. Researchers say the risk is that developing brains can become more easily habituated than adult brains to constantly switching tasks – and less able to sustain attention. Concentration is key to doing well in all areas of study. It has been proven that cell phone usage is linked to GPA and anxiety. The more obsessed you are the lower your GPA and higher your anxiety. In order to improve those test scores turn off those phones and open those books.
The way in which teens communicate is changing, and not for the better. They could be surrounded by their closest friends, but still find a way to end up on their cell phone. The tiny screen has a way to ruin a relationship. Its often difficult to connect with someone on a personal level when they are distracted by their phone. The many social, instrumental, and entertainment options phones offer often draw the attention of teens from the current environment, whether they are alone or in a crowd. A study led by Scott Campbell, an assistant professor of Communication Studies, hypothesized that frequent cell phone users would be less likely to talk with strangers in public settings due to the tendency of cell phones to reduce interpersonal interactions. Teens in this generation need to experience life without constant dependence on these devices, like how their parents or grandparents grew up. They need to understand a phone is not the only way to be connected with others.
Looking at how the use of cell phones affect teens, it would be clever to limit its use because of the lack of sleep, bad study habits, and destroyed direct relationships. The introduction of these devices has changed our society for the worst, but some may argue otherwise. Parents feel safer when their teen has a phone at all times. Its a way to constantly know where they are and to be alarmed when there is an emergency. Its like a compact computer that gives teens information at their fingertips. They could use it to find information with school assignments or just curiosity. As you can see, smart phones has its good sides, but it all depends on the user. You can abuse it or you can make the best out of it. What kind of smart phone user are you?
Monday, September 22, 2014
UC Berkley Essay: FINAL
Describe the world you came from – for example, your family, community or school – and tell us how your world shaped your dreams and aspirations.
Knowing my parents moved to the United States from China, unfamiliar with the culture and language, I had a feeling it would affect me in all ways possible. They taught my brothers and I everything within their range of knowledge, for example, Chinese traditions, manners, etc. However, in areas dealing with the English language or anything American, it was just so out of their reach. I wished I could have been more exposed to things outside of their comfort zone, but it was hard. After all, I was raised as if I was born in China because that is what my parents grew up in. That did not prepare me for life in the United States. I lacked certain skills that most kids are taught at an instant. Do not get me wrong. I valued the cultural traditions, manners, and language they taught me. It helped me develop pride and respect towards my ethnicity. In the end, I appreciate what they had to offer, but in most cases it just was not enough.
When it came to school it was a dreadful six hours of my day. Immediately, I was behind from most of my classmates, being required to take special classes to help me improve my English. They were not to my liking and separated me from my friends. The feeling of being left out lingered for a while. Instead of allowing my emotions to get to me I was encouraged to work harder to overcome this obstacle. My parents were never strict in making sure I get my work done or that I get straight-A's. One of the reasons was because they did not have the knowledge to guide me like they wanted to. Instead they sort of just let me take care of what I needed to do and be in charge of my own learning. They thought that without pressuring me I would become the person I would want to be. Someone they would be proud to call their daughter. In a short period of time I was told I could return to my normal classes because I reached the same level of knowledge as those the same age as myself. Within a few months I was able to accomplish something others take years to overcome. Soon enough I was one of the top students in my grade. I could not be any more ecstatic. This was the event that really jump-started me being confident in myself. It made me realize I was capable of great things as long as I had a great desire to.
Nonetheless, I was constantly being underestimated, even with my own aunties, uncles, and cousins. They knew the conditions I grew up in, so they created false accusations to bring me down. I would often tell them the life I fantasize about when I become an adult. Describing my dream car, house, job and so much more. I needed them to support me through my future plans, but that was not always the case. They would begin by saying how I was stupid enough to think it will ever happen and how I was not fit to carryout that lifestyle. Sometimes it was not as direct as that, but I knew they were thinking something along those lines. Their comments did not benefit me in any way, but bring me to tears unnecessarily. I knew I was not what they described me as and I showed that in my elementary years. I wanted to accomplish something beyond their standards of me to really prove them wrong. Whenever I heard a negative comment anger would rush inside me, trying to hold back and not explode. I did not want them to know how I actually felt. Instead, I put all that energy to my studies. For them to see me excel is all I ever wanted.
They underestimated me, my own family. That is something I never expected from the people I loved. Regardless what they said, I could not let it get the best of me. I took their negative comments and used it as an opportunity to for them to see me improve. I had to begin with English, the basis of everything. Everyday, whether it was before or once I got home from school, I would spend hours watching TV, and not just for fun or to get away with not doing homework, but to listen and comprehend what they were saying. Educational shows on Disney, Nikelodeon, and PBS is what I lived off of. It might not seem like much, but believe it or not, it gave me the knowledge to learn an entire language on my own. That's something I never thought I was ever capable of. Of course that is not all I did. I took initiative everywhere I went. Starting conversations with others was how I applied what I learned to the real world. This went on until I reached a point where everything about the language became second nature. I was determined. And when I am determined I do not back down until what I want is fulfilled. At an early age I set goals for myself. Goals that seemed quite extreme, but were necessary in my situation. Over the years, the negativity I received no longer bothers me. I found a way to block it out and move on with my life.
My parents did not give me enough of what I needed in life, like social skills, knowledge about American customs, or the language, but I could not blame them. All I could do was make the best of it and learn from my experiences. As the years went by, I began to think about my future. College, a job, and starting a family. I began fantasizing about what a perfect life would be like, had a reality check, then created mental goals in my head to hopefully achieve in the surprisingly-near future. Thinking about what I had to go through as a kid I could not imagine having my own children going through the same or something even close. I have been through it and, sure enough, it was not fun, almost stressful at times. I made it a must that I attend a university to further my knowledge in a particular area. Obtaining a well-paying job is what I feel is the most important to support my family in all their wants and needs. I will make it my duty to give my family the lives I was never exposed to. Although my parents didn't raise me how I would have liked them to, it shaped me into the person I am today.
Knowing my parents moved to the United States from China, unfamiliar with the culture and language, I had a feeling it would affect me in all ways possible. They taught my brothers and I everything within their range of knowledge, for example, Chinese traditions, manners, etc. However, in areas dealing with the English language or anything American, it was just so out of their reach. I wished I could have been more exposed to things outside of their comfort zone, but it was hard. After all, I was raised as if I was born in China because that is what my parents grew up in. That did not prepare me for life in the United States. I lacked certain skills that most kids are taught at an instant. Do not get me wrong. I valued the cultural traditions, manners, and language they taught me. It helped me develop pride and respect towards my ethnicity. In the end, I appreciate what they had to offer, but in most cases it just was not enough.
When it came to school it was a dreadful six hours of my day. Immediately, I was behind from most of my classmates, being required to take special classes to help me improve my English. They were not to my liking and separated me from my friends. The feeling of being left out lingered for a while. Instead of allowing my emotions to get to me I was encouraged to work harder to overcome this obstacle. My parents were never strict in making sure I get my work done or that I get straight-A's. One of the reasons was because they did not have the knowledge to guide me like they wanted to. Instead they sort of just let me take care of what I needed to do and be in charge of my own learning. They thought that without pressuring me I would become the person I would want to be. Someone they would be proud to call their daughter. In a short period of time I was told I could return to my normal classes because I reached the same level of knowledge as those the same age as myself. Within a few months I was able to accomplish something others take years to overcome. Soon enough I was one of the top students in my grade. I could not be any more ecstatic. This was the event that really jump-started me being confident in myself. It made me realize I was capable of great things as long as I had a great desire to.
Nonetheless, I was constantly being underestimated, even with my own aunties, uncles, and cousins. They knew the conditions I grew up in, so they created false accusations to bring me down. I would often tell them the life I fantasize about when I become an adult. Describing my dream car, house, job and so much more. I needed them to support me through my future plans, but that was not always the case. They would begin by saying how I was stupid enough to think it will ever happen and how I was not fit to carryout that lifestyle. Sometimes it was not as direct as that, but I knew they were thinking something along those lines. Their comments did not benefit me in any way, but bring me to tears unnecessarily. I knew I was not what they described me as and I showed that in my elementary years. I wanted to accomplish something beyond their standards of me to really prove them wrong. Whenever I heard a negative comment anger would rush inside me, trying to hold back and not explode. I did not want them to know how I actually felt. Instead, I put all that energy to my studies. For them to see me excel is all I ever wanted.
They underestimated me, my own family. That is something I never expected from the people I loved. Regardless what they said, I could not let it get the best of me. I took their negative comments and used it as an opportunity to for them to see me improve. I had to begin with English, the basis of everything. Everyday, whether it was before or once I got home from school, I would spend hours watching TV, and not just for fun or to get away with not doing homework, but to listen and comprehend what they were saying. Educational shows on Disney, Nikelodeon, and PBS is what I lived off of. It might not seem like much, but believe it or not, it gave me the knowledge to learn an entire language on my own. That's something I never thought I was ever capable of. Of course that is not all I did. I took initiative everywhere I went. Starting conversations with others was how I applied what I learned to the real world. This went on until I reached a point where everything about the language became second nature. I was determined. And when I am determined I do not back down until what I want is fulfilled. At an early age I set goals for myself. Goals that seemed quite extreme, but were necessary in my situation. Over the years, the negativity I received no longer bothers me. I found a way to block it out and move on with my life.
My parents did not give me enough of what I needed in life, like social skills, knowledge about American customs, or the language, but I could not blame them. All I could do was make the best of it and learn from my experiences. As the years went by, I began to think about my future. College, a job, and starting a family. I began fantasizing about what a perfect life would be like, had a reality check, then created mental goals in my head to hopefully achieve in the surprisingly-near future. Thinking about what I had to go through as a kid I could not imagine having my own children going through the same or something even close. I have been through it and, sure enough, it was not fun, almost stressful at times. I made it a must that I attend a university to further my knowledge in a particular area. Obtaining a well-paying job is what I feel is the most important to support my family in all their wants and needs. I will make it my duty to give my family the lives I was never exposed to. Although my parents didn't raise me how I would have liked them to, it shaped me into the person I am today.
Friday, September 12, 2014
Word Choice Olympics
1. One day, Johnny, Maria, and Natalie were celebrating their mother's birthday. With a father enlisted in the military they tend to value their mother the most while he is gone. There they are, minding their own business, socializing, while all of a sudden they hear a scream. It came from their mother. A cry of happiness. In the corner of their eye they see their father peak out from the slight opening of the door. Without hesitation they ran out the door and into his arms, yearning for the comfort of the person they haven't been with for almost 6 months. Their life felt complete, finally being united as a family.
2. Lindy was currently at the location where a shooting had occurred a few hours ago. While trying to avoid stepping on blood with her brand-new shoes, she put on her gloves and began scouting the premises for valuable evidence. Halfway through the investigation she heard a faint sound of someone knocking. Knowing she was the only one at the scene, nervousness caused her to rapidly drop what she was working on and turn her head. A man completely dressed in black along with a mask only revealing the eyes stood by the door holding a gun pointed at Lindy. Instantly she knew who it was and didn't think twice before taking out her gun and pointing it at the murderer for self defense.
3. All the years of dedication to the sport of volleyball lead up to this exact moment.With this being USA's first game they needed to start off with a bang, no regrets. It is the last set of the game and the score is 21-21 with 30 seconds left on the clock. With the audience on the edge of their seat Brazil went ahead for the serve. Watching it float across the net, USA dove in with a bump, then a set, and finally a kill. The crowd roared louder than ever as the winning team jumped for joy into each other's arms.
2. Lindy was currently at the location where a shooting had occurred a few hours ago. While trying to avoid stepping on blood with her brand-new shoes, she put on her gloves and began scouting the premises for valuable evidence. Halfway through the investigation she heard a faint sound of someone knocking. Knowing she was the only one at the scene, nervousness caused her to rapidly drop what she was working on and turn her head. A man completely dressed in black along with a mask only revealing the eyes stood by the door holding a gun pointed at Lindy. Instantly she knew who it was and didn't think twice before taking out her gun and pointing it at the murderer for self defense.
3. All the years of dedication to the sport of volleyball lead up to this exact moment.With this being USA's first game they needed to start off with a bang, no regrets. It is the last set of the game and the score is 21-21 with 30 seconds left on the clock. With the audience on the edge of their seat Brazil went ahead for the serve. Watching it float across the net, USA dove in with a bump, then a set, and finally a kill. The crowd roared louder than ever as the winning team jumped for joy into each other's arms.
Jennifer and Anna have been the closet of friends since diaper days. They grew up, learned, and been through tough times together. When it was time to begin applying for colleges there was no doubt they would try to get accepted by the same universities. Months of anticipation flew by until one day, they both received letters from the University of California Irvine. The next day at school, with letters in hand, they met up to reveal the news together. As they rip the envelope open and pull out the crisp piece of paper, they began to read. Their screams of excitement were almost unison as they found out they were admitted.
Carly was a devoted wife to her husband, who has been dealing with cancer for the past year. It was a normal day. She never anticipated for anything wrong to happen. During work she received a phone call from the hospital saying her husband needed to be taken in for an emergency surgery. She didn't know what to think, but instead, she rushed to the hospital as quick as she could. By the time she got there it was too late. The nurses explained how the surgery was unsuccessful. She felt like an enormous hole just punctured her heart with no hopes of recovery. All she could do was sit in the cafe , lay her head on the table, and cry.
Monday, September 8, 2014
College Essay: DRAFT
UC Berkley:
Describe the world you came from – for example, your family, community or school – and tell us how your world shaped your dreams and aspirations.
Knowing my parents moved to the United States from China, unfamiliar with the culture and language, I had a feeling it would affect me in all ways possible. They taught my brothers and I everything within their range of knowledge, for example, Chinese traditions, manners, etc. However, in areas dealing with the English language or anything American, it was just so out of their reach. I was raised as if I was born in China because that is what my parents are used to. I lacked certain skills that most kids are taught at an instant. That means if I wanted to learn something different, like English, it had to be on my own and most of the time it wasn't easy. I appreciate what they had to offer, but in most cases it just wasn't enough.
When it came to school it was a dreadful six hours of my day. Immediately, I was behind from most of my classmates. I had to be placed in special classes that weren't to my liking and separated me from my friends. Instead of feeling downgraded I was encouraged to work harder. My parents were never strict in making sure I get my work done or that I get straight-A's. They sort of just let me take care of what I needed to do. Let me be in charge of my own learning. Without pressuring me was the best way for me to become successful. In a short period of time I was told I could return to my normal classes because I reached the same level of knowledge as those of my own age. Within a few months I was able to accomplish something others take years to overcome. I was proud of myself. Soon enough I was one of the top students in my grade. This was the event that really jump-started me being confident in myself. It made me realize what I was capable of if I put my mind to it.
Nonetheless, I was constantly being underestimated, even with my own aunties, uncles, and cousins. They knew the conditions I grew up in, so they created false accusations to bring me down. It didn't benefit me in any way, but put me to tears unnecessarily. I knew I was not what they described me as and I showed that in my elementary years, but they weren't the people I would tell everything to. I wanted to accomplish something beyond their standards of me to really prove them wrong. Something crazy like graduating as summa cum laude or even valedictorian. Till this day I am still in the works at achieving those goals.
They underestimated me, my own family. That's something I never expected from the people I loved. Regardless what they said, I couldn't let it get the best of me. I took their negative comments and used it as motivation. I had to begin with English, the basis of everything. Everyday, whether it was before or once I got home from school, I would spend hours watching TV, and not just for fun or to get away with doing homework, but to listen and comprehend what they were teaching. Educational shows on Disney, Nikelodeon, and PBS is what I lived off of. I know it might sound so childish, but believe it or not, it gave me the knowledge to learn an entire language on my own. That's something I never thought I was ever capable of. Of course that is not all I did. Starting conversations with others was how I applied what I learned to real life. I was determined, and when I am determined I do not back down until what I want is fulfilled. At an early age I set goals. Goals that seemed quite extreme, but were necessary in my situation.
My parents did not give me enough of what I needed in life, but I could not blame them. All I could do was make the best of it and learn from my experiences. As the years went by, I began to think about my future. College, a job, and starting a family. I began fantasizing about what a perfect life would be like, had a reality check, then created goals in my head to hopefully achieve in the surprisingly-near future. Thinking about what I had to go through as a kid I could not imagine having my own children going through the same or something anywhere along those lines. I have been through it and, sure enough, it was not fun, almost stressful at times. I made it a must that I attend university to further my knowledge in a particular area. Obtaining a well-paying job is what I feel is most important to support my family in all their wants and needs. I will make it my duty to give them the lives I was never exposed to. Although my parents didn't raise me how it would have liked to, it shaped me into the person I am today.
Describe the world you came from – for example, your family, community or school – and tell us how your world shaped your dreams and aspirations.
Knowing my parents moved to the United States from China, unfamiliar with the culture and language, I had a feeling it would affect me in all ways possible. They taught my brothers and I everything within their range of knowledge, for example, Chinese traditions, manners, etc. However, in areas dealing with the English language or anything American, it was just so out of their reach. I was raised as if I was born in China because that is what my parents are used to. I lacked certain skills that most kids are taught at an instant. That means if I wanted to learn something different, like English, it had to be on my own and most of the time it wasn't easy. I appreciate what they had to offer, but in most cases it just wasn't enough.
When it came to school it was a dreadful six hours of my day. Immediately, I was behind from most of my classmates. I had to be placed in special classes that weren't to my liking and separated me from my friends. Instead of feeling downgraded I was encouraged to work harder. My parents were never strict in making sure I get my work done or that I get straight-A's. They sort of just let me take care of what I needed to do. Let me be in charge of my own learning. Without pressuring me was the best way for me to become successful. In a short period of time I was told I could return to my normal classes because I reached the same level of knowledge as those of my own age. Within a few months I was able to accomplish something others take years to overcome. I was proud of myself. Soon enough I was one of the top students in my grade. This was the event that really jump-started me being confident in myself. It made me realize what I was capable of if I put my mind to it.
Nonetheless, I was constantly being underestimated, even with my own aunties, uncles, and cousins. They knew the conditions I grew up in, so they created false accusations to bring me down. It didn't benefit me in any way, but put me to tears unnecessarily. I knew I was not what they described me as and I showed that in my elementary years, but they weren't the people I would tell everything to. I wanted to accomplish something beyond their standards of me to really prove them wrong. Something crazy like graduating as summa cum laude or even valedictorian. Till this day I am still in the works at achieving those goals.
They underestimated me, my own family. That's something I never expected from the people I loved. Regardless what they said, I couldn't let it get the best of me. I took their negative comments and used it as motivation. I had to begin with English, the basis of everything. Everyday, whether it was before or once I got home from school, I would spend hours watching TV, and not just for fun or to get away with doing homework, but to listen and comprehend what they were teaching. Educational shows on Disney, Nikelodeon, and PBS is what I lived off of. I know it might sound so childish, but believe it or not, it gave me the knowledge to learn an entire language on my own. That's something I never thought I was ever capable of. Of course that is not all I did. Starting conversations with others was how I applied what I learned to real life. I was determined, and when I am determined I do not back down until what I want is fulfilled. At an early age I set goals. Goals that seemed quite extreme, but were necessary in my situation.
My parents did not give me enough of what I needed in life, but I could not blame them. All I could do was make the best of it and learn from my experiences. As the years went by, I began to think about my future. College, a job, and starting a family. I began fantasizing about what a perfect life would be like, had a reality check, then created goals in my head to hopefully achieve in the surprisingly-near future. Thinking about what I had to go through as a kid I could not imagine having my own children going through the same or something anywhere along those lines. I have been through it and, sure enough, it was not fun, almost stressful at times. I made it a must that I attend university to further my knowledge in a particular area. Obtaining a well-paying job is what I feel is most important to support my family in all their wants and needs. I will make it my duty to give them the lives I was never exposed to. Although my parents didn't raise me how it would have liked to, it shaped me into the person I am today.
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