Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Group Discussion: What was the most memorable moment of the year 2010 for you? How did this moment impact your life? or change you view on things?

Write at least one paragraph explaining your memorable moment of 2010.

This is a group discussion, so you must ask people about their moment and then respond to their questions and/or comments, just as you would do in a conversation.

Monday, December 20, 2010

"For what does it mean to be a hero? It requires you to be prepared to deal with forces larger than yourself"

--Norman Mailer
The Spooky Art, 2003



What does this quote mean?

Interpret this quote in your own words, and tell if you agree or disagree. Then expalin why.

Comment on someone else's opinion.

Monday, December 13, 2010

Write a one paragraph response to answer the question below. Use at least 7 of last week's vocabulary words.

One day, when you're middle aged and have teenage children of your own, you may impart to your children certain aspects of your own teen years. As your children listen to your tales, their respect for you grows incrementally, as they learn the details of your arduous life. What will you say to your children about the life that you currently enjoy?

(Type each vocabulary word in capital letters . I am looking for 7th grade level sentences)


At the end of your paragraph put your first and last name and class

Monday, December 6, 2010

Write one paragraph to answer the question below. Be sure to use 5-7 words from last week's vocbulary list.

You've had a lot of experience with teachers, enough to know the good from the bad. If a teacher came to you looking for advice on how to make a favorable impression, what kind of advice would you give?

(Underline and place in bold each vocabulary word. I am looking for 7th grade level sentences)

At the end of your response out your first name, last name, and class