Sophia
Merritt
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Sunday, December 11, 2016
Writing Center
The Writing Center was actually very helpful with revisions on my paper. When I went we worked on sentence fluency for the most part. We figured out why my paper was not as clear as I wanted to be. When reading my paper aloud I was able to catch a lot of my mistakes myself. The most helpful part was when i was given a checklist of what I need to do to my paper before I turn it in.
I made progress by start embedding my quotes and analyzing them more thoroughly. Another thing I made progress on is making my introduction more clear. I thought it would be more difficult to write any better but, it turned out I had a lot of mistakes made and I was able to fix them. This is why the writing center was so helpful.
I made progress by start embedding my quotes and analyzing them more thoroughly. Another thing I made progress on is making my introduction more clear. I thought it would be more difficult to write any better but, it turned out I had a lot of mistakes made and I was able to fix them. This is why the writing center was so helpful.
What if all currency was replaced with cookies.
Even though having all currency replaced with cookies sound awesome it is not the best idea. The main reason is because if I have a cookie is just sitting there I am going to eat it. The next reason is because All the "money" or "cookies" will go to the cookie companies. So if you buy all the cookies from the store to bake, the money or the cookies will go back to the company you just brought them from.
Then after that happens that would be the richest company to work in. Then the cookie companies would probably try to to start selling cookies already baked. Then when you buy them from the store they will be less valuable. Then the cookie companies will be sued. So many problems will occur if this happens.
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Monday, December 5, 2016
Free Post
Why is music so essential for us as humans, to listen too. One thing is that it calms our nerves. I feel as if music is the way people express themselves knowing that other people feel the same way. Music is just a terrific thing to embark upon. Music can be happy, sad, "lit", or just what goes on in everyday life.
Without music life would be boring and hard to endure. Another reason why is because it stimulates our mind. Music puts a smile on everyones face. The only way you can be sad listening to a song is because your trapped in your feelings and only you can choose to be in that place listening to sad music. There is a song for every type of emotion. That is why music is an art.
Without music life would be boring and hard to endure. Another reason why is because it stimulates our mind. Music puts a smile on everyones face. The only way you can be sad listening to a song is because your trapped in your feelings and only you can choose to be in that place listening to sad music. There is a song for every type of emotion. That is why music is an art.
My Literary Analysis
My literary analysis was a breeze until it came down to the conclusion paragraph. The conclusion paragraph is the most difficult because of trying to bring your paper to a close. The resources that have helped me the most are the papers of what you should not do. Looking at that narrows down and helps me to find what I need in my conclusion.
Although the body of your paper when writing goes by pretty smooth. Writing the outline really help shape my paper to make it better. I have learned that you should not procrastinate on a paper. Everyday put a little work into it. Do Repeat the same thing over and over again because, it will hurt you.
Although the body of your paper when writing goes by pretty smooth. Writing the outline really help shape my paper to make it better. I have learned that you should not procrastinate on a paper. Everyday put a little work into it. Do Repeat the same thing over and over again because, it will hurt you.
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Tuesday, November 29, 2016
The Teddy Bear
John was 3 years old with a teddy bear he carried around
all the time. When it got lost he would always cry and not talk to anyone. One
day he lost it and it was never found but eventually John would talk again.
There would be times where he just starts crying. This was because of the teddy
bear.
The symbolism here is somethings are just irreplaceable.
When it tries to get replaced things are just made worse because you know you
will never see or hold someone or something you love.
The hard part about it all is that you know that thing or
person will always be in your mind but never in sight again.
How To Spend Christmas Day
Everyone always wants to get up to open presents
Instead slow down and enjoy it
Sleep all day like you usually would on a break from
school.
Don’t get up unless you have to or forced
Christmas should be fun
Never let anything ruin the Christmas Mood
Don’t complain about that you didn’t get what you want
for Christmas
Just Enjoy
Slow down
Spend time with family
Never forget the true reason for the holiday
And eat all you can and don’t regret it
Have Fun
DON’T THINK
GIVE YOUR BRAIN A BREAK
Be Happy
Monday, November 14, 2016
Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving i honestly do not know what we are doing. Usually we will go to New Orleans early that Thursday and stay the rest of the weekend. We go to my aunts house and eat with the whole family. We spend the whole day over there and then go to our cousins house in Laplace and stay there. On black Friday we go shopping and chill and eat leftover food that we are probably going to have for a about a week.
On Friday night we will usually go to the battle of the band between Southern and Grambling. Then the next day we will go to the Bayou Classic and eat more left overs. So after thanksgiving break I probably gain a couple of pounds. Finally on Sunday we either go to a Saints game if its a home game or come back home.
On Friday night we will usually go to the battle of the band between Southern and Grambling. Then the next day we will go to the Bayou Classic and eat more left overs. So after thanksgiving break I probably gain a couple of pounds. Finally on Sunday we either go to a Saints game if its a home game or come back home.
Piggy's Death
"This time the silence was complete. Ralph's lip formed but no words came out."PAGE 181 This showed that no one was sad or surprised when piggy died. No emotion was not shown for a reason which is Piggy stood for unity and organization. Nobody payed attention to Piggy with his symbolism so I am surprised he did not die earlier than he did.
With Piggy gone there is no need for unity or organization cause that was the only person who got the meaning of that. When piggy died the conch was also smashed and the conch had the same symbolism which is unity. The journey to go get Piggy's specs turned into a bad thing. From there Jack and Roger just try to kill Ralph for leadership because Piggy is gone and if he was not he would not let that happen.
With Piggy gone there is no need for unity or organization cause that was the only person who got the meaning of that. When piggy died the conch was also smashed and the conch had the same symbolism which is unity. The journey to go get Piggy's specs turned into a bad thing. From there Jack and Roger just try to kill Ralph for leadership because Piggy is gone and if he was not he would not let that happen.
Monday, November 7, 2016
Why is Sleep Good For You?
Most adults think I'm joking when I say sleep actually is the good thing to do on your days off. Adult usually say stop being lazy and get out the bed and go outside. Although sleep actually helps you lose weight. Studies have shown that when you sleep you actually burn calories. With burning the calories we also are relived of stress of the mind.
Sleep also helps your nervous system repair and get ready for the next day. Besides the science everyone can agrees sleep just feel good. With research of sleep they cure diseases like sleep abniea. Also it helps your brian. Your brain is always in overdrive but sleep takes it out and put it in park. With the sleep it helps you not to be sick or have frequent headaches.
LOFT Response
On page 76 and 77 Ralph is stating to realize what they are really going through on this island. When it begins he is thinking that most of someone life or his life right now is tiring because you stay on your feet most of the time. Then he starts missing home by saying that he thought about his first journey in his early brighter childhood. It more like he is just tired of being on his feet and being on that island.
Although I don't understand what the folds were as stiff as card board, he started to realize his appearance and that made him seem like he was on the island for a long time. He was dirty with jagged shorts and long hair that would cover up his face. He might be starting to realize this is what really is going on and happening.
Although I don't understand what the folds were as stiff as card board, he started to realize his appearance and that made him seem like he was on the island for a long time. He was dirty with jagged shorts and long hair that would cover up his face. He might be starting to realize this is what really is going on and happening.
Thursday, October 27, 2016
Monday, October 24, 2016
Lord of the Flies Response
With the start off of this book I am beginning to think that this is just going to be the class were we read weird stories and books. With someone dying for a blazing firs to the whole island being pink including the only animals which are pigs. Then someones name is piggy. I don't think that was on accident. Also why does he feel the need to lead if he doesn't know what is going to happen on this island.
With some one dying so soon I feel as if this book is going to be like the maze runner or visa versa. They are are gonna keep dying until all of a sudden a girl comes from nowhere and end up knowing Ralph. Then they figure out how to get off the island. Although most people would be dead by the time that happens
With some one dying so soon I feel as if this book is going to be like the maze runner or visa versa. They are are gonna keep dying until all of a sudden a girl comes from nowhere and end up knowing Ralph. Then they figure out how to get off the island. Although most people would be dead by the time that happens
Human Nature
I believe as if humans are full of possibility and loving. All humans have that desire to do something with themselves and live life to the fullest. Also love is in everyone some people just show it a different way, like tough love and emotional love. You can never underestimate a person because of the way they come across or haw you view them. The only thing stopping people or humans to reach their full potential is themselves.
These things that i believe about human nature was both taught to me and in my religion. God says that everyone was made or created for a reason, so everyone on this earth has a purpose its up to someone if they would like to carry out that purpose. Then my mother always taught me to be very versatile whether it be in school of out of school to where I can have many different versions of myself that people don't know. Also she taught me to always love and not hate.
These things that i believe about human nature was both taught to me and in my religion. God says that everyone was made or created for a reason, so everyone on this earth has a purpose its up to someone if they would like to carry out that purpose. Then my mother always taught me to be very versatile whether it be in school of out of school to where I can have many different versions of myself that people don't know. Also she taught me to always love and not hate.
Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Monday, October 17, 2016
Reading Response "And of Clay We Are Created"
I do not know if there has been an other short story as difficult to understand at than this one. First of it starts with the setting the setting was not as clear as it should have been. Then I can not find a theme for this story. the plot of the story makes it hard to find the theme. Its hard to believe that there is a theme for every story after reading this one.
Although the story itself was actually quite good. I liked the way Ferytag's Pyrimad was very clear and out there. The point of view played a big role in the story, this is because it helped you understand the story more.it also unraveled it more. It was a sad good story. As where the way it was written was good but the story was actually sad.
Although the story itself was actually quite good. I liked the way Ferytag's Pyrimad was very clear and out there. The point of view played a big role in the story, this is because it helped you understand the story more.it also unraveled it more. It was a sad good story. As where the way it was written was good but the story was actually sad.
My "OK" Fall Break
Well fall break was really not good because I really did not get a break. It all started off on Thursday morning whereas i forgot to turn my alarm for school of and woke up at 5:45. So after that i could not got to sleep so i was jut sitting in the bed until 9:30. Then that is when I had to go to practice. It was actually a good practice to me and I had fun. The same routine happened Friday, although instead of practice we had a game and instead of me sitting there in bed i watched netflix.
Then all day i was eating because I was bored. We won our game and now my actual weekend is here.
So Saturday I woke up around 8:00 and went to Jackson, Mississippi for the southern game which was actually quite relaxing. It was good to get away from Baton Rouge. I got to sleep on the ride and it was better sleep than the sleep I got in the bed. The only problem with my one day trip is that it was very hot and it was one day. Then on Sunday I did nothing but go out to eat and sleep. All in all my fall break was mostly bad.
Then all day i was eating because I was bored. We won our game and now my actual weekend is here.
So Saturday I woke up around 8:00 and went to Jackson, Mississippi for the southern game which was actually quite relaxing. It was good to get away from Baton Rouge. I got to sleep on the ride and it was better sleep than the sleep I got in the bed. The only problem with my one day trip is that it was very hot and it was one day. Then on Sunday I did nothing but go out to eat and sleep. All in all my fall break was mostly bad.
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Monday, October 10, 2016
Article Response
I agree with most things that they were saying in "Should We Abandon Louisiana? In Some Ways, We Already Have". Although if we should blame climate change, why is was there only 0.1 chance that the flood should have happened. I believe as if this is something out of the ordinary. I feel like this was something that happened on purpose somehow. Therefore we should rebuild Louisiana; maybe the flood was a reason for rebuilding and restoration. It just does not make any sense though; if this was the biggest natural disaster since Sandy why did it not get the attention it deserved.
This should not be something judged on how poor the state is or whats happening to it physically. If Louisiana continues to erode it should get that attention because it is whats happening present day. Climate change is something that I believe that does not have a more than a 50% cause on a natural disaster. the U.S. already does not tend to us so why worry about trying to relocate "cities that are existentially threatened by climate change". With this being known whats the fact of the matter is were like a poor country. There is no outside help and we have bad leadership even though thats going to be even a bigger problem for the whole U.S. on November 4.
This should not be something judged on how poor the state is or whats happening to it physically. If Louisiana continues to erode it should get that attention because it is whats happening present day. Climate change is something that I believe that does not have a more than a 50% cause on a natural disaster. the U.S. already does not tend to us so why worry about trying to relocate "cities that are existentially threatened by climate change". With this being known whats the fact of the matter is were like a poor country. There is no outside help and we have bad leadership even though thats going to be even a bigger problem for the whole U.S. on November 4.
Thursday, October 6, 2016
Monday, October 3, 2016
Free Post
When I traveled to Greece I was in the seventh grade. The bests part of the trip is when we were standing on the Parthenon and at the beach. When standing on top of the hill of the parthenon you could look over the cliff a see the waves crashing against the edge. Although it felt like it took forever to finally get there. The best part though was when we had raced on top of the mountain. the wind that rushed and the view was just amazing.
The second best part of the trip were the views. When sitting on the beach and thinking, it was just relaxing. On the beach that was the first time I learned haw to skip a rock and just learned how to have fun. I was very blessed to go on that once in a lifetime trip. Even though we didn't get to go swimming I still find that a highlight of the trip. Every corner we turned there was beautiful mountains and beaches!!
The second best part of the trip were the views. When sitting on the beach and thinking, it was just relaxing. On the beach that was the first time I learned haw to skip a rock and just learned how to have fun. I was very blessed to go on that once in a lifetime trip. Even though we didn't get to go swimming I still find that a highlight of the trip. Every corner we turned there was beautiful mountains and beaches!!
A&P
The short story "A&P" was very weird but also entertaining. While reading the story we were focused on setting so therefore the setting was in the store. So when the girls came in it was more of a climax. So them When Sammy gives off the stalker vibe, the story came to a resolution of sammy quitting in a lose lose situation. While trying to empress the girls he quits his job but then he doesn't so he just lost a job behind girls.
The real question of the story or a question that I have what was the purpose of Sammy quitting. He had all odds against him but he still quit, Why? Why risk it all over some rich girls? Will the social class you didn't have a chance. The story came with maximum details. Although I feel like the manager could have left the situation along because then he wouldn't have quit. Maybe next time the should maybe add some over exaggeration.
The real question of the story or a question that I have what was the purpose of Sammy quitting. He had all odds against him but he still quit, Why? Why risk it all over some rich girls? Will the social class you didn't have a chance. The story came with maximum details. Although I feel like the manager could have left the situation along because then he wouldn't have quit. Maybe next time the should maybe add some over exaggeration.
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Monday, September 26, 2016
Flash Story
It was a long hot summer day in the park. We were having a church picnic and John likes to wander off. So he starts to wander in an abandoned building by himself and he was scared. Although he saw something that day, something that was just amazing. There he was Batman getting dressed and on a video call. He was able to meet him without batman killing him for knowing his secret identity. Until this day john has been hanging out in the bat cave. When John becomes 16 he will be batboy helping batman fight crime in Gotham City. Not knowing he will be put in danger.
Reading Response
"Harrison Bergeron" was a weird story that was some how entertaining and interesting. The questions that arose from reading the short story were questions that only the author could answer, which is good. The plot of the story is what really pulled you in. The story was about a dystopian future which might end up happening.
When reading the story things went through you head as if you were actually there. Why is it that Harrison was the smartest of all? What did the government do for them to think Harrison could overthrow them? These are the kind of answers that arose from this story. Although the way it started off could have been better.
When reading the story things went through you head as if you were actually there. Why is it that Harrison was the smartest of all? What did the government do for them to think Harrison could overthrow them? These are the kind of answers that arose from this story. Although the way it started off could have been better.
Thursday, September 22, 2016
Monday, September 19, 2016
Dear 11-year-old
Dear 11-year-old,
With what I know a 11 year old can not trust everyone and any body. Also you can't call everybody your "friend". Friend is a very strong word. A friend is someone you can count on and trust. Everyone is not trustworthy or honest. People can do stuff like tell people your business that you thought was just between you.
Its very complicated to say the word friend and I don't use it unless I'm talking about people I went to elementary school with. You have to realize everyone is not going to like you and nothing is wrong with that. Also watch it because people can pretend to be your friend but be the first ones to stab you in the back. I wish I really would've known that.
With what I know a 11 year old can not trust everyone and any body. Also you can't call everybody your "friend". Friend is a very strong word. A friend is someone you can count on and trust. Everyone is not trustworthy or honest. People can do stuff like tell people your business that you thought was just between you.
Its very complicated to say the word friend and I don't use it unless I'm talking about people I went to elementary school with. You have to realize everyone is not going to like you and nothing is wrong with that. Also watch it because people can pretend to be your friend but be the first ones to stab you in the back. I wish I really would've known that.
Reflecting On My Literacy Narrative
The literacy narrative was a fun thing to write. I think I did pretty good on writing my first literacy narrative. I felt like writing out vivid details was a challenge for me. As I was writing, I very seldomly got writers block. Everything flowed to me. The writing process is a little long but very effective. I felt as we could have had more people edit it, though.
It was very hard to write about a trip. The whole time I was focusing on the on the whole trip. Instead of focusing on the part where significance came in. It is very troubling to have vivid details all through you paper. The only part that easy to have details is when the significance comes in. Overall I think it was good and easy to write the narrative.
It was very hard to write about a trip. The whole time I was focusing on the on the whole trip. Instead of focusing on the part where significance came in. It is very troubling to have vivid details all through you paper. The only part that easy to have details is when the significance comes in. Overall I think it was good and easy to write the narrative.
Friday, September 16, 2016
Monday, September 12, 2016
9/11
There was more to 9/11 than most people know, there was actually four planes that were hijacked to carry out suicide attacks on the U.S. the people that hijacked the plane were militants associated with the Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda. The two planes we know of hit the World Trade Center in New York. Another plane was flew into the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. Then the last plane hit a field in Pennsylvania. This lead to massive destruction and many deaths.
With the triggering of major U.S. initiatives to combat terrorism and defining the presidency of George W. Bush its was a tough time. The first plane crashed into the first tower at the 80th floor, killing hundreds and then trapping people on the higher floors of the 110 story building. The plane that crashed in the field in Pennsylvania was intended for the White House but, the passengers stopped that from happening. About 125 people were killed at the Pentagon. Almost 3,000 were killed at the World Trade Center and 10,000 were wounded and treated. This was one of the most tragic events that happened in the U.S.
The Maze Runner
The Maze Runner is a book that pulls you in and never lets you go! The author engages my attention by making it a mystery. There steady wondering how did I get here and what's going on. One day the main character Thomas just wakes up in an elevator with no memory beside his name is Thomas. It's making you think about what if this happened to me. The author doe a great job of putting you in the shoes of the characters.
The vivid details show that the author wants us to believe in whats happening and it might happen one day. You can tell that Thomas is scared and has no idea what's going on. Although he seems determined to to help and find a way out. The author also shows that Thomas has a tough personality by not being pushed around by anyone or being bossed around. Everyone thinks there's something wrong with him but he's just trying to find a way out.
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