Wednesday, April 23, 2008

IDK my BFF!

Would you rather have a friend like Benvolio or Mercutio? Explain.

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

What would you do?

Please answer BOTH questions.


A friend tells you in strictest confidence that he is going to run away from what you both consider an intolerable situation. You know that runaways are often preyed upon by criminals and other unscrupulous people. What do you do?


Imagine that a law is passed requiring any adult without a high school diploma to work as a servant for those who are more educated. How will you respond to this law?

The News

You must answer TWO (2) of the critical engagement questions AND the essential question.


Critical Engagement Questions:
1. Why is it important to get “quality” news?
2. What makes “quality” news?
3. What is the purpose of news?
4. What is the responsibility of the news media?


Essential Question
What is the highest quality source for news? Why?

Monday, March 17, 2008

(Un)Civilization

Jack and his hunters become less civilized after killing a pig. What activities in everyday life seem to make people less civilized? For example, do video games or movies depicting violence make people more prone to committing violent acts? Does participation in certain sports? Does possession of guns or other weapons?

Friday, February 29, 2008

How good is your memory?

If you had to memorize a single book or risk its extinction, which book would you choose and why?

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

What makes a good leader?

Look at the list of good leadership qualities made at the beginning of the novel. How do the pigs fit this list? Were there any attributes that the pigs lacked? Did they have some that were not on the list? Explain how the pigs do and/or do not qualify as good leaders. Use specific examples from the novel.

Thursday, June 21, 2007

Most Valuable Memory

What is your most treasured, valued memory? Perhaps it's a certain summer vacation, a pet that is no longer with you, a moment with a special someone......Briefly share your valued memory and explain why it is so valuable to you.