"The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows." -Sydney J. Harris

What does this quote mean? Put it in your own words then explain how you can apply this quote in your own life.

“Obstacles are things a person sees when he takes his eyes off his goal.” - E. Joseph Cossman

What does this quote mean? Put it in your own words then give an example of how this can happen.

Write at least 3 paragraphs to answer the question below. Use all 10 of last week's vocabulary words.

Is bullying a problem in your school? How does your school deal with it? Do you think that this approach is effective? What additional recommendations would you suggest? Please answer in clear, complete, and cohesive sentences. I would like at least 3 paragraphs. Please add detailed information to support your answer. Do not mention any one's name in your example.

(Capitalize each vocabulary word)

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

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?


(Place in bold each vocabulary word)

Write one paragraph to answer the question below. Be sure to use at least five words from this week's vocbulary list.

You've had a lot of experience with teachers, enough to know the good from the bad. If a new 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 grade level sentences)


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

"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? Provide a valid interpretation of this statement, agree or disagree with the statement as you have interpreted it, and support your opinion using specific references. Don't forget to comment on someone else's opinion.

The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.

----Martin Luther King, Jr.
Strength to love, 1963

What does this quote mean? Provide a valid interpretation of this statement, agree or disagree with the statement as you have interpreted it, and support your opinion using specific references.

Make a comment on someone else's opinion.

Make Text Connections to the book that we are reading in class.