Argumentative Essay Questions:

1. What is the most important item to add into an argumentative essay?
2. What does the claim look like?
3. Is it imperative to have a counter argument?
4. What is the best format and placement for a counter argument?

Answers:

1. The most important item to add into an argumentative essay is your argument on the topic. You should make sure you have a good amount of knowledge on the subject.
2. The claim is similar to the introduction paragraph. It introduces your argument, why it is valid, and why the reader should continue reading about this topic.
3. It is imperative to have a counter argument in an argumentative essay. This is because the reader needs to see both sides of the story, but make sure that you clearly state which side of the topic you stand with. 
4. The placement of the counter claim isn't as important as just having one in your essay. You need to make sure you have a counter claim, but state your argument first. A good place for the counter claim would be the fourth paragraph in a five paragraph essay.

http://homeworktips.about.com/od/essaywriting/a/argument.htm

Reflection:

          An argumentative essay is purposed to state your side of an argument in a two sided story. In this essay, you need to make sure to clearly state your opinion on the topic in the introduction paragraph. You should have a good amount of knowledge about the subject, and give examples of why your side of the argument might be better than the other side. This will keep the reader interested in the essay. For the next few paragraphs, explain why you side with what you choose, At some point in the essay, you need to support the counterclaim, and give an example or two about the other side of the story, that way the reader can pick and choose an argument to side with.

Citations:

Fleming, Grace. "How to Write an Argument Essay."

http://homeworktips.about.com/od/essaywriting/a/argument.htm

          

1)Why is MLA format so important to use?
2)What is one of the essentials to
3)Does MLA always have to be used when writing?

1)MLA format is very important to use because is provides a consistent format for writing papers, and guides in documentation.
          http://www.softchalk.com/lessonchallenge10/lesson/he%20final/MLA/MLA_print.html

2)One of the essential items to MLA writing is the works cited page.
          http://www.softchalk.com/lessonchallenge10/lesson/he%20final/MLA/MLA_print.html

3)MLA does not always have to be used, but it gives a consistent format to follow every time you write. It is a good habit to keep in mind.
          http://www.softchalk.com/lessonchallenge10/lesson/he%20final/MLA/MLA_print.html

Writing can be difficult for some people. When the teachers make the students write using MLA format, the students usually complain and don't do their work. What the students don't realize is that using MLA format can simplify the writing process, and actually make the writing easier.  The modern language association is used very commonly across the united states. It is not required to write using MLA every time you write something, but is it important to follow a guideline, and consistent format every time you write. This gives you a stable format to use every time you write, and can make the writing process go by much easier.

Tragic Hero

1) Is there a tragic hero in every story?
2) What traits does a tragic hero have?

Not every story has to have a tragic hero, but many of the stories that are read will have atleast one.
A Tragic Hero can have many characteristics.

• Born into some form of nobility.
• Has a personality trait that leads to their own downfall.
• Responsible for their own fate.
• The character will face tragic death with honor.

http://www.enotes.com/homework-help/what-characteristic-does-tragic-hero-always-h-387593

Reflection

Tragic hero's are very important to the stories that they are in and the characters that are in the story.. Not every story has to have a tragic hero, but most fiction stories that are read will have some sort of tragic hero in the character list. It is important that the tragic hero has most of the traits described. Traits such as being born into nobility, responsible for their own fate, and facing tragic death with honor are what makes the tragic hero a tragic hero. The hero usually has a tragic flaw that will eventually lead to their own downfall within the story.

Shakespeare

2016.10.31

What is the most important thing to remember when reading Shakespeare?
What Shakespearean text is the most popular, and which is the easiest to read?

Reflection-100 Word

The way that Shakespeare spoke and wrote is very different than what we are used to hearing in today's world and language. According to the text, much of the vocabulary that Shakespeare used in his day, is still being used in today's world, but with a very different meaning or subject in mind. Because of the language barrier that has been created between today's language and vocabulary, and Shakespeare's language and vocabulary, many actors or readers have to sit next to a dictionary while reviewing lines so they can understand the subject that is trying to be made. Doing this helps the actor or reader better portray the lines and make sure the audience understands what is going on in the scene.

Why does vocabulary and language change so much in this amount of time?

10.24.2016

I was able to learn many new things during this unit we have been working on. For one, I have learned many new things about myself. This unit has made me think about myself more, and question some of the topics that we were suppose to think about. Another idea I have learned from this unit is that not every essay will look or be the same. Each one has its own format and can still contribute the same amount of information just as much as any other essay.

10.17.2016-Reflection

I learned today that even though a lot of people do not like the idea of tests, they are still very important. They test your knowledge and skill in a certain area, and this will make sure you know everything you are suppose to know for the job. Today, I took the SAT practice test with College Board. I was not able to complete the entire practice test, but i got through the first and second reading sections. I answered 14 of the 21 reading questions, and got most of them correct the first time through. The question I wanted to know about the SAT was how much it actually effected which colleges will accept you. The SAT is one of the main tests that colleges will look at when looking at your profile and looking to accept you to the college.

Bell Work Answer-10/17/16

I do believe that tests are a part of the real world after high school. This is because a test will make sure you know the knowledge for the "unit". It will also make sure you are up to speed on what is going around your area and make sure you know what you are suppose to.

October 3, 2016

Questions I have about Financial Aid

• On average,  how much money do people get by applying for financial aid?
• Where do you apply for financial aid at?
• What are the requirements to receive financial aid for college?
• Does financial aid only apply to colleges, or does it also apply to technical schools?
• Where do I get help to complete financial aid?
• What documents are required to apply for financial aid?

Questions about college and scholarships.

• How many colleges do people usually apply for before they get accepted into one?
• What is the difference between a scholarship, and a grant?
• How many scholarships are full ride that not a lot of people apply for?

Reflection

Many college and scholarships are available for access to students. I have learned that many colleges that I am interested in have many different degrees for engineering, which makes sense due to that I am more inclined to do an engineering career. On top of just an engineering degree, they get more advanced. By that, I mean that instead of just engineering, you can go more in depth into civil engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or even nuclear engineering. I found out that there are scholarships that go directly towards you, that is if you do choose one of these fields to major in. 

20160920 Refletion

This weeks Genius Hour topic was to create a blog spot through a website called blogger.com The purpose of this unit could be to get us using an easy and helpful way to communicate almost directly to our teachers, explain our interests for future reference, write down notes, ideas, and even experiences. During my research about this topic, I learned many things. For one,many people not only use blogger for a hobby and to have fun, but people can also being using blogger for a business setting,  job application, and to start a business. People are also able to make money by creating a blog spot. This is through a google program called Ad Sense, which puts ads on your website, and can identify how many people view your website and see the ads. Your pay is based on that the ads and views to your website. 

Questions and Answers

What are the benefits of creating a blog?

• Get a better Job
• Many companies will have a website online, and employers want to hire you more if you have a strong online influence, if you know what are doing.
• Become a better writer/author
• If your goal in life is to become a writer or an author, creating a blog and regularly using it will increase your skill, and your name will get out to the community faster.

Could blogging become a job?

• Potential
• You could potentially become a full time blogger, and not have to work at any other job. However, your success will not come fast, so be prepared to have another job for a certain time before your blog takes in enough money for yourself.
• If you need money today, and want a constant, know it will always be there type of money, I would not recommend creating a blog for that. On the other hand, making a blog will keep you busy and keep you from going crazy or insane when you've got nothing else to do.

What is usually contained in a blog?

• Different types of blogs
• Many things can be written into a blog, really anything you can put into words. Topics that are common could be:
• Travel
• Writing
• Ideas
• Work/Job/Career
• Personal Diary
• Problem Solving
• The list can really go on forever, but those are some main topics.

Citations for this post:

http://www.incomediary.com/biggest-blogging-benefits

http://lifehacker.com/can-i-really-make-a-living-by-blogging-1537783554