Monday, 25 January 2016

Blog 26 - Monday, January 25, 2016

Jeannette's dad, Rex Walls, teaches Jeannette some very valuable lessons:

"how to straddle a wild dog and break his neck, [and] where to hit a man in the throat so you kill him with one powerful jab" (Walls 24)

What is a valuable lesson your dad (or mom) has taught you?
Why is it so valuable? Explain.

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Wednesday, 20 January 2016

Blog 25 - Wednesday, January 20, 2016

For this blog - tell me about a time you were HAPPY with something you did?

Explain.

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Monday, 18 January 2016

Blog 24 - Monday, January 18, 2016

As we get into our next unit - the following blogs will be based on past experiences you have had.

Make sure to include detail.  Try to tell them like a story!

For this blog, TELL ME ABOUT THE MOST IMPORTANT THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO YOU!

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Wednesday, 13 January 2016

Blog 23 - Wednesday, January 13, 2016

At some point this week it will be my birthday.  I have had so many good birthday memories, however, I have also had some pretty bad birthday memories.

Tell me about a good/bad birthday memory. Explain.



Monday, 11 January 2016

Blog 22 - Monday, January 11, 2016

Last night an iconic music artist passed away.  His name was David Bowie.
He was an influential artist to many: U2, Lady Gaga, Madonna, etc.
He was originally a rock singer, but evolved into a jazz singer.
He was also an actor

Do you have a favourite music artist?
How does his/her music influence you?
Explain.

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Wednesday, 6 January 2016

Blog 21 - Wednesday, January 6, 2016

The TV reality show "American Idol" will be in its final season this year.

Were you a fan of this show? 

Do shows like "American Idol" still have value today?

Why do so many people watch/not watch these shows?

Explain.

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Monday, 4 January 2016

Blog 20 - Monday, January 4, 2016

Welcome to the YEAR 2016!

Tell me about your BEST moment of 2015. Explain.

What are you most looking forward to in 2016?

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