Friday, May 22, 2015
Monday, May 18, 2015
Letter
Dear Department of Education,
We are 4 students from Moanalua High School and want to talk about longer school days.
Regarding the bill SB 2922, there are some changes we would like to propose. First off we would like you to reconsider making the school days longer. Many students are having trouble getting a healthy amount of sleep at night, longer school days meaning less time to finish homework. Even student-athletes are up late almost every night trying to finish homework and projects. Also since school days are longer, when sports have games or events during school they miss much more school. This gives the student-athletes more stress after a long day. Our suggestion is to allow schools to go back to the old schedules. Students were only required to take six classes and received homework for these six classes. Extending the school days had added another class to students schedules which also includes more homework after the even longer school days. This is causing majority of the students to start to lose many hours of sleep and come to school tired more often. If we revert back to the old schedules students will be able to complete all the work that needs to be done and come to school well rested.
Sincerly,
Friday, May 8, 2015
13-21 Reading Review
1. Katniss and Rue come up with a plan to destroy the Careers' food supply by distracting them and then ambushing their camp. While Rue is distracting the Careers', Katniss realizes that there are explosive mines where their camp is and if anything touches the area, it will trigger an explosion or a chain of explosions. Katniss risks her life to trigger the mine under the Careers' camp and destroys their food supplies and everything else they had for survival. When Katniss goes to the place where she was supposed to meet Rue, she's not there so she goes in search of Rue. She ends up finding her trapped in a net and sees the killing of Rue. It's a plus and minus for Katniss; Plus:she has more supplies and the Careers don't. Minus: Katniss' ally is dead.
Quotes:
- "I cut Rue's pack from her back as well, knowing she'd want me to have it but leave the spear in her stomach" (Page 236)
2. When Katniss finds out about the new rule, she goes to search for Peeta. She finds Peeta camouflaged in leaves and mud, but with many wounds and a fever. Their "romance" continues with Katniss searching for ways to keep Peeta alive, and takes care of him even though he can't do much because he's dying.
Quotes:
- "For two tributes to have a shot at winning, our "romance" must be so popular with the audience that condemning it would jeopardize the success of the Games." (Page 247)
- "Only I keep wishing I could think of a way to.. to show the Capitol they don't own me that I'm more than just a piece in their Games." (Page 236)
3. When Katniss tries to reach for the bag with "12" on it, she almost gets hit with a knife but as Clove throws again, it slits the skin above Katniss' eyebrow. Clove then tackles Katniss to the ground and slits the skin around Katniss' mouth. Thresh then hears Clove talking about how she killed Rue. Thresh got upset and killed Clove and didn't harm Katniss, when she told him that she tried to save Rue. Katniss leaves with the bag with "12" and inside the bag would be the medicine for Peeta's leg.
Quotes:
- "We're going to kill you, just like we did your pathetic little ally... what was her name? The one who hopped around in the trees? Rue? Well, first Rue, then you and then I think we'll just let nature take care of Lover Boy. How does that sound?" (Page 285)
- "Clove is dangling a foot off the ground, imprisoned in Thresh's arms." (Page 286)
- " Thresh brings the rock down hard against Clove's temple. It's not bleeding, but I can see the dent in her skull and I know that she's a goner." (Page 287)
- "Just this one time, I let you go. For the little girl." (Page 288)
4. Katniss' attitude is more genuine as she cares for Peeta. Peeta says, "You go and I'm going, too"(Page275) "It's sleep syrup. It's a common medicine in District 12. Cheap, a medicine goes, but very addictive."(Page 275) "I mash up a handful of berries so the taste won't be as noticeable and add one mint leaves for good measure."says Katniss. (Page 277) Peeta says, "'They're sweet as syrup... syrup.' His eyes widen as he realizes the truth". (Page 277) "I can see in his eyes what I'e done is unforgivable." says Katniss. (Page 277). Katniss doesn't want to risk seeing Peeta get hurt even more, or worse, die. Obviously, Katniss cares a lot for Peeta if she doesn't want him to die. "Im careful to leave Peeta with water and the medical kit right beside him." (Page 280) Just in case Peeta wakes up before Katniss gets back to the cave, he'll have some things to keep the pain from worsening. Katniss is that type of girl that's very cautious about people, especially those who are in the hunger games; and if she wanted to win, she would've killed Peeta on the spot. These acts of kindness from Katniss, proves that she does really care for Peeta and his safety.
Quotes:
- "I cut Rue's pack from her back as well, knowing she'd want me to have it but leave the spear in her stomach" (Page 236)
2. When Katniss finds out about the new rule, she goes to search for Peeta. She finds Peeta camouflaged in leaves and mud, but with many wounds and a fever. Their "romance" continues with Katniss searching for ways to keep Peeta alive, and takes care of him even though he can't do much because he's dying.
Quotes:
- "For two tributes to have a shot at winning, our "romance" must be so popular with the audience that condemning it would jeopardize the success of the Games." (Page 247)
- "Only I keep wishing I could think of a way to.. to show the Capitol they don't own me that I'm more than just a piece in their Games." (Page 236)
3. When Katniss tries to reach for the bag with "12" on it, she almost gets hit with a knife but as Clove throws again, it slits the skin above Katniss' eyebrow. Clove then tackles Katniss to the ground and slits the skin around Katniss' mouth. Thresh then hears Clove talking about how she killed Rue. Thresh got upset and killed Clove and didn't harm Katniss, when she told him that she tried to save Rue. Katniss leaves with the bag with "12" and inside the bag would be the medicine for Peeta's leg.
Quotes:
- "We're going to kill you, just like we did your pathetic little ally... what was her name? The one who hopped around in the trees? Rue? Well, first Rue, then you and then I think we'll just let nature take care of Lover Boy. How does that sound?" (Page 285)
- "Clove is dangling a foot off the ground, imprisoned in Thresh's arms." (Page 286)
- " Thresh brings the rock down hard against Clove's temple. It's not bleeding, but I can see the dent in her skull and I know that she's a goner." (Page 287)
- "Just this one time, I let you go. For the little girl." (Page 288)
4. Katniss' attitude is more genuine as she cares for Peeta. Peeta says, "You go and I'm going, too"(Page275) "It's sleep syrup. It's a common medicine in District 12. Cheap, a medicine goes, but very addictive."(Page 275) "I mash up a handful of berries so the taste won't be as noticeable and add one mint leaves for good measure."says Katniss. (Page 277) Peeta says, "'They're sweet as syrup... syrup.' His eyes widen as he realizes the truth". (Page 277) "I can see in his eyes what I'e done is unforgivable." says Katniss. (Page 277). Katniss doesn't want to risk seeing Peeta get hurt even more, or worse, die. Obviously, Katniss cares a lot for Peeta if she doesn't want him to die. "Im careful to leave Peeta with water and the medical kit right beside him." (Page 280) Just in case Peeta wakes up before Katniss gets back to the cave, he'll have some things to keep the pain from worsening. Katniss is that type of girl that's very cautious about people, especially those who are in the hunger games; and if she wanted to win, she would've killed Peeta on the spot. These acts of kindness from Katniss, proves that she does really care for Peeta and his safety.
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Monday, April 27, 2015
Macbeth Final
When we sin, we are proof that evil does exist. There was and always will be evil in this world and negativity to persuade us and go against our morals. We are sometimes desperate for fortune and popularity, which isn't a characteristic for everyone but everyone wants it. Sometimes we're greedy and only care about ourselves and what we want instead of looking at the whole picture, realizing the possible consequences. If you can't get what you want, then it probably wasn't meant to be needed. In life, there's always ways to get things we want without going against our morals but since we are human, of course we're tempted to sin and be greedy. In Macbeth by William Shakespeare, Macbeth proves just that.
We are convinced to be the greatest normally because others say we are, it goes straight up to the head and that's when you start to think. "All hail, Macbeth! Hail to you, Thane of Glamis!", "All hail, Macbeth! Hail to you, Thane of Cawdor!", "All hail, Macbeth! You'll be king one day!" (1.3.31) After the three witches told Macbeth he was going to be king, Macbeth was probably curious as to when because he was too excited. Although, it must've gotten to his head because everything went downhill after the witches told him the prophecy. "If we could get away with the deed after it's done, then the quicker it were done, the better. If the murder had no consequences, and is death ensured success... If, when I strike the blow, that would be the end of it - here, right here, on this side of eternity - we'd willingly chance the life to come." (1.7.55) After all that Macbeth's been through with winning the war, you wouldn't think he would have the nerve to murder the leader of his country. Since the words the witches said, made him think about what could be, he was impatient as to when it was going to happen, he wanted it badly, and right away. Others can have a great influence in how we act and think, for the good or as for macbeth, the evil.
Others can also have a huge influence on where you take your stand. Lady Macbeth said, "Was the hope drunk that made you determined before? Has it been sleeping sine? And has it woken up to look queasily upon what it did when tipsy? From now on, I know what your love's worth. Are you afraid to match your acts with your ambitions? Can you want that glittering prize - the crown ..." (1.7.57) If the "love of your life" were to tell you this, there wouldn't be any questioning on what you should do, you'd probably do it to make them happy. Peer pressure, especially from your loved ones can become an influence on your decisions. Macbeth replies, "That's enough of that! I'll dare do anything that's worthy of a man." (1.7.57) A small shove of pressure could make anyone give in. Macbeth obviously doesn't have a mind of his own, and is confused about his morals. Even though others may influence us to do what isn't right, doesn't mean we have to follow their orders, we have our own mind that can think for itself.
Once you've done something that is unforgivable, perhaps evil, you'll eventually have an appetite for more. "I won't go back! I'm afraid to think of what I've done. I daren't look at it again!" (2.2.73) Macbeth was so afraid and worried after murdering Duncan that he became paranoid. Do it once, you do it again. Macbeth says, "I've almost forgotten the taste of fear."(5.5.191) After murdering Duncan and his best friend ,Banquo, evil has practically taken over his heart and implanted itself deep into his soul. Once a murderer always a murderer, and he can't undo what he's done. Transforming into a monster is the aftermath of all this chaos.
Macbeth started off as a hero, one that people looked up to and honored, but then ended up as a monster. As the witches stated Macbeth's prophecy, he became more and more intrigued in become king. He told his wife, and she persuaded him to kill King Duncan so that they could reign earlier than expected. All they could've done was just wait and see, if it was meant to be. If it were fate, it would've happen, it would just take some patience. Macbeth and his Lady weren't, they were greedy and selfish for all they thought about was their happiness and what they wanted instead of what their country needed. The consequences was death for both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth, what comes around goes around. There were ways that Macbeth could've handled the situation without the deaths, but since he was tempted to go against his morals, he became evil.
We are convinced to be the greatest normally because others say we are, it goes straight up to the head and that's when you start to think. "All hail, Macbeth! Hail to you, Thane of Glamis!", "All hail, Macbeth! Hail to you, Thane of Cawdor!", "All hail, Macbeth! You'll be king one day!" (1.3.31) After the three witches told Macbeth he was going to be king, Macbeth was probably curious as to when because he was too excited. Although, it must've gotten to his head because everything went downhill after the witches told him the prophecy. "If we could get away with the deed after it's done, then the quicker it were done, the better. If the murder had no consequences, and is death ensured success... If, when I strike the blow, that would be the end of it - here, right here, on this side of eternity - we'd willingly chance the life to come." (1.7.55) After all that Macbeth's been through with winning the war, you wouldn't think he would have the nerve to murder the leader of his country. Since the words the witches said, made him think about what could be, he was impatient as to when it was going to happen, he wanted it badly, and right away. Others can have a great influence in how we act and think, for the good or as for macbeth, the evil.
Others can also have a huge influence on where you take your stand. Lady Macbeth said, "Was the hope drunk that made you determined before? Has it been sleeping sine? And has it woken up to look queasily upon what it did when tipsy? From now on, I know what your love's worth. Are you afraid to match your acts with your ambitions? Can you want that glittering prize - the crown ..." (1.7.57) If the "love of your life" were to tell you this, there wouldn't be any questioning on what you should do, you'd probably do it to make them happy. Peer pressure, especially from your loved ones can become an influence on your decisions. Macbeth replies, "That's enough of that! I'll dare do anything that's worthy of a man." (1.7.57) A small shove of pressure could make anyone give in. Macbeth obviously doesn't have a mind of his own, and is confused about his morals. Even though others may influence us to do what isn't right, doesn't mean we have to follow their orders, we have our own mind that can think for itself.
Once you've done something that is unforgivable, perhaps evil, you'll eventually have an appetite for more. "I won't go back! I'm afraid to think of what I've done. I daren't look at it again!" (2.2.73) Macbeth was so afraid and worried after murdering Duncan that he became paranoid. Do it once, you do it again. Macbeth says, "I've almost forgotten the taste of fear."(5.5.191) After murdering Duncan and his best friend ,Banquo, evil has practically taken over his heart and implanted itself deep into his soul. Once a murderer always a murderer, and he can't undo what he's done. Transforming into a monster is the aftermath of all this chaos.
Macbeth started off as a hero, one that people looked up to and honored, but then ended up as a monster. As the witches stated Macbeth's prophecy, he became more and more intrigued in become king. He told his wife, and she persuaded him to kill King Duncan so that they could reign earlier than expected. All they could've done was just wait and see, if it was meant to be. If it were fate, it would've happen, it would just take some patience. Macbeth and his Lady weren't, they were greedy and selfish for all they thought about was their happiness and what they wanted instead of what their country needed. The consequences was death for both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth, what comes around goes around. There were ways that Macbeth could've handled the situation without the deaths, but since he was tempted to go against his morals, he became evil.
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Macbeth Soliloquy
I'm a mad man. This is not me! I've just killing my good friend King Duncan when he has done me no harm. There's no turning back now, too late for appologies and second thoughts. The deed is done and I have to move on. My lady wants it all, happy wife, happy life. Okay Macbeth, you have to be a man and follow what the witches proficise. But hey, at least I get to be King. All the fame and riches, I get EVERYTHING to myself. I'm getting high on evil, It's my drug that I cant get rid of. If I remember correctly, the witches said that Banquo's sons will be Kings but never my offspring?! They need to be killed as well and right away! Just think about what I could have if I just finish it myself. I'd rule the world!!!
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