4-4: High School Reading

What two books should every high school student read? Why? Provide specific and persuasive reasons for each book. DO NOT repeat ideas posted by your classmates; if you don't have anything new to say about a book, choose a different book.

As always, make sure you proofread your response. All responses must be at least two full paragraphs.

All responses are due by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May 23rd.

4-3 B: Looking to the Future

What are your future plans? What career(s) interest(s) you? What activities will you explore in college or in your community? What goals and plans have you set for yourself? Be creative, entertaining, and informative as you give us a glimpse into your future life; your ideas do not need to be solely academic!

When appropriate, discuss your ideas in relation to those of your classmates.

All responses are due by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May 16th.

4-3 A: Reflecting on High School

Think back over the past four years. What are the most important lessons you learned? Did these lessons come easily? What would you do differently if given the chance? What would you do again?

Focus on 2-3 of the most important lessons you learned during high school. For each lesson, explain the lesson, how you learned it, and why it is important. Read your classmates' posts carefully so you do not repeat their ideas.

All responses are due by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May 16th.

4-2 C: Authority vs. Autonomy

When should you listen to people in authority? When should you follow your own wishes or your own conscience? Why? Is there a set test or checklist you can rely on to determine when to listen, or do you need to make your decisions on a case-by-case basis? How much do you need to weigh the possible consequences and repercussions for listening to leaders or for listening to your own instincts? Support your ideas with specific evidence from life, literature, society, or history.

As always, your response must be two full paragraphs. Make sure you proofread your work. DO NOT repeat your classmates' ideas.

All responses are due by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10th.

4-2 B: For the Good of Society

When, if ever, is it acceptable to sacrifice* a person or one's morals for the good of the larger community? Why? Make sure you incorporate specific evidence from life, literature, society, or history to support your arguments.

* Sacrifice does NOT necessarily mean "kill."

As always, your response must be at least two paragraphs. Make sure you proofread your work. DO NOT repeat your classmates' ideas!

All responses are due by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10th.

4-2 A: Superstitions and Rituals

Choose one superstition or ritual from our society, and then:
a. Explain what it is and why people follow it.
b. Explain your opinion about this ritual.

As always, your response must be approximately two paragraphs. Proofread your work before you post it. DO NOT repeat your classmates' ideas!

All responses are due by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10th.

4-1 B: Hamlet the Hero

Should Hamlet be considered a hero? Why or why not? Support your position with specific reasons and evidence.

OR

Who (other than Hamlet) should be considered the hero of Hamlet? Why? Support your position with specific reasons and evidence.

DO NOT repeat your classmates' ideas. DO proofread your work.

All responses are due by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 21st.