The View from Saturday

Nadia is upset with Ethan. She believes he knows or knew something about her and her family. She demands that Ethan tell her and he is of course, confused (on page 331).

What do you think Nadia believes Ethan knows or knew about her, her mother and her father?

Hint: It has something to do with Ethan knowing that Nadia's mom was going to interview in New York and how it relates to the divorce.

Your answers must be based on the above question and show a good attempt at understanding why Nadia was so upset with Ethan.

Watch your grammar and spelling. Leave your classroom number for grading purposes.

Mark Antony and the death of Julius Caesar

Shakespeare tells us that Mark Antony would speak "...not to their reason, but to their feelings." How does Antony then speak to their feelings. How does he manipulate the crowd to see things his way and to stop despising Caesar and instead, care about him?
Why did Cassius fear that Mark Antony would do this?

There are 3 questions here. You should have 3 corresponding answers. The information is in the text and you will have an opportunity to discuss the passages with your group.

All answers should be in complete sentences with attention to grammar and spelling.

Pioneer Girl

In this story about the McCances, why do you think they wanted to become homesteaders? At that time in our country's history, did many people want to homestead?

Relate what you learned about the McCance family in this story to what you know about our country today. Do you see any similarities or differences. How have things changed or stayed the same over time?

As you write your response, remember to check your spelling and grammar. Read your writing before you submit to ensure that it makes sense and answers the questions that have been asked.

Be sure to use your student number in your post and to copy your writing before you submit in case you are logged off.

Propaganda

With a partner, spend a few moments looking at the image above. You are to comment on how you think this might be an example of propaganda. Write at least two observations or comments on why you think it could be.

Post both of your atomic numbers at the end of your comments for credit. When writing, check your spelling and grammar! Points will be deducted for poorly worded or structured blog entries.

Cause and Effect

Think about what you have learned of the early days of the American Revolution. If the effect was becoming independent from England, name three causes that led the colonists to decide to become independent.

As always, check your spelling and grammar. Write complete sentences and list your classroom number at the end of your entry to receive full credit.

13th Amendment

Research the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution and discuss what this change meant and means. Focus on the following:

This amendment was made in 1865, 145 years ago. Does this amendment still matter to us today? Why?

Why do you think the amendment was made? Why was it done in 1865?

Be sure to record your element number, pay attention to proper grammar and spelling.

Shoulders of Giants

Below is a quote from Sir Isaac Newton:

"If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants."

Read the quote carefully, think about what it means and comment on your perspective of what he said.

Watch your spelling and grammar!