How does "The Aftermath," which was added to Hiroshima in 1985, change your perceptions of the incident itself and the story? Does it enhance or detract from its drama? Be specific and relate the aftermath to your chosen character. Use at least 2 textual quotes with citations and write a minimum of 2 paragraphs.

Blog is due Thursday, December 9

Hiroshima Reading #2 - Chapter 3

In Chapter 3, each character shows heroism in his/her actions. Describe what makes your character of choice a hero, and detail how your character responds to the lack of help, information, and medical care provided to the survivors.

Write a minimum of 2 paragraphs, and use two textual quotes with citations.

Blog due Thursday, Dec. 2
Worth: 10 points

Hiroshima Reading #1 - Chapters 1 and 2

Hersey writes, "And now each knows that in the act of survival he lived a dozen lives and saw more death than he ever thought he would see" (2).

Focus on your chosen character's experiences to interpret this quote. How does this character live "a dozen lives" and what does this character overcome in the act of surviving? Write a minimum of 2 paragraphs and use at least 3 textual quotes to support your answer. Make sure you use MLA citations for each quote.

Response Due: Monday, November 29. Worth: 10 points

Chinese Lit Favorite

Which work(s) in this Chinese Literature unit were your favorite? Why? Be specific in your response.

Response must be a minimum of 6 sentences. Proofread!!! Due Friday, Nov. 19

Tao Te Ching

Choose one excerpt from the Tao Te Ching (use the handout, not your book) which you found thought-provoking. Discuss the excerpt, explaining its meaning and what you liked/disliked about it. Be sure to cite the excerpt number in your response.

Due: Tuesday, November 9. Write a minimum of 6 sentences. PROOFREAD!!!

Quote from "The Tempest"

Select your favorite quote from either Act 1 or Act 2 of the play. Copy the entire quote and explain both who says it and why this quote is appealing to you.

Write a minimum of 6 sentences. Proofread!!! Too many of you are losing points!!! Due: Friday, October 15th.

The Tempest Act 1

How would you characterize Prospero based upon what you have read so far in Act 1? Give a brief character analysis of him, and be sure to include specific examples from the reading. For example, if you think Prospero is generous, give evidence.

Response is due Friday, October 8. Write a minimum of 6 sentences and be sure to use textual evidence in your response. Please do not just steal ideas from your classmates! Be original! Feel free to respond to each other's comments.

Teacher

Describe your favorite teacher. You do not have to include his/her name. Explore what mades this person so special in your life.

Response due Monday, October 4. Response must be a minimum of 6 sentences (not just simple sentences). Proofread!!!

Utopia

Shakespeare's The Tempest depicts one character's Utopia; Prospero, the magician, has absolute control over a beautiful and exotic island. Describe your concept of a Utopia. Would it be a quiet place, a beach, or one large amusement park? There is no limit to what you imagine.

Response must be a minimum of 6 sentences. PROOFREAD!! If you post anonymously, please place your Blogger name at the top of your post. Due: Thursday, Sept. 30

Oedipus or Antigone?

Which character do you feel suffers the most and deserves the most pity - Oedipus or Antigone? Explain your answer.

Response must be a minimum of 6 sentences. PROOFREAD! Response is due Friday, Sept. 24.
Reminder: If posting as Anonymous, please write your blogger name at the top of your entry.

TV Show

If you could be any character (not the actor or actress, but the actual character) in a TV show, who would you be and why?

Due: Friday, Sept. 17
Response must be a minimum of 6 sentences
Please proofread - failure to do so will result in a penalized grade.

Note: If you are posting as Anonymous, please place your blogger name at the top of your post.

Fate

King Laius went to the oracle to learn he would die at the hands of his son. So, he tempted fate and left his son to die. If you lived back then, would you go to the oracle to learn your future? Would you want to know of evil that may come your way? Why?

6 sentence response required. Please remain anonymous! Due: Tuesday, Sept. 14