What was the reason Circe sent Odysseus to Hades?

Sometimes, events or pieces of a story can have symbolic meaning: Polyphemus, for example. Sometimes, a part of a story could simply be informative or, a character undergoes some event which informs that character, i.e. Odysseus finds out Agamemnon has died and in return, that event informs us the reader.

Thinking about everything that Odysseus did while in Hades, tell why you think he was sent there by Circes? Do you think it symbolized something or was he there to get information?

There are no right or wrong answers for this only reasonable ones. If you give some thought to what you write, you will have succeeded with the assignment.

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Science News for Kids: Fat Weighs Heavy on the Brain

Read the article "Fat Weighs Heavy on the Brain" article at Science News for Kids. When you have finished, find some element of the article that you felt was interesting and comment on it, i.e. "I like this passage and here is why."

Also, is there more than one perspective on this issue? If so, explain what another perspective might be that was not discussed in the article.

Following your post, be sure to include your classroom number.

Write all responses in complete sentences. Grammar and punctuation as well as the thoughtfulness of your answer count toward your overall grade.

Thoughts on the Final Projects and the End of the Year:

As you wrap up your final projects for the year, take a few moments to blog about which was your favorite project and explain why. Be as thorough in your discussion as possible.

Check your spelling and grammar to ensure that your post looks appropriate for the 7th Grade!

Leave your first and last initial, all caps., to identify yourself.

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.