Ben's English Blog

 Prompt: I think the part of my presentation that required the most thought was the slide where I was meant to predict her future. This is because we don’t know their future or how they normally live their lives. The parts of my slides that show I understand the story is the info, it shows I know what I’m talking about. Summary: I think the part of my presentation that required the most thought was the slide where I was meant to predict her future Reflection: Both Mr. Shiftlet and Mrs. Lucy will are horrible people

Prompt Response:  I can't remember a time when helping someone benefited me more than something else would have. I also believe you should help someone just because it benefits you, that's an ulterioir motive. For example, I could pick between volunteering or videogames, while volunteering makes me feel good, video games make me happier but I still might choose volunteering because it's the right thing to do. Summary:  I can't remember a time when helping someone benefited me more than something else would have Reflection:  Mr. Shiflett is a bum and should have never approached Mrs. Lucynell in the first place. He is a horrible person.

Prompt Response:  Yes, my first impression of my friend scott was initially bad. In 3rd grade, he spoke many curse words and it kinda scared me because i'd never heard them before. But the very next year we sat next to each other's and became very good friends. Mr. Shiftlet is a bum who needs to get his shit together, tell the truth, and get to work and stop annoying old lady and her child, he is not jesus. I think very low of him because he is ahrrassing an old lady and smoking around a disabled child. Summary:  Yes, my first impression of my friend scott was initially bad. In 3rd grade, he spoke many curse words and it kinda scared me because i'd never heard them before. But the very next year we sat next to each other's and became very good friends Reflection:  Mr. Shiftlet is a bum who needs to get his shit together, tell the truth, and get to work and stop annoying old lady and her child, he is not jesus. I think very low of him because he is ahrrassing an old lady...

Prompt Response:  In my trash can I don't have much which shows I don't throw things away much but the fwe things I do have is soda cans because I drink soda alot after school. You may also find paper from drawing when I'm bored, or finished assignments. This reveals my interest in drawing and from what I draw, that I like soda, and that I don't study. Summary:  his reveals my interest in drawing and from what I draw, that I like soda, and that I don't study. Reflection:  John has many websites he visits

Prompt Response:   If someone used the STEAL method to characterize me, they would probably describe me as a kind, hardworking, and thoughtful person. My speech shows that I try to cheer people up or I'm warm when I talk to others, and I usually think before I say something that could hurt someone’s feelings. My thoughts reveal that I care about the people around me and often think about how my choices will affect others. My actions show that I am responsible because I try to finish my work, help others when they need it, and keep my promises. The effect I have on others shows that I can be supportive and encouraging, especially when someone is having a difficult day. Finally, my looks can communicate that I don't care too much about what others think. Summary:  Overall, the STEAL method would show that I am someone who cares about others, takes my responsibilities seriously, and tries to be a positive person. Reflection:  Gabrielle is still a terrible dad.

Prompt Response:  Yes, I feel I am treat more nicely than my brothers. I believe this is because I'm older and more responsible. Another reason is because they misbehave more and have ADHD which causes them to over-stimulate. I believe this is fair because we have different needs that need to be addressed in different ways. Equity over Equality. Summary:  Yes, I feel I am treat more nicely than my brothers. I believe this is because I'm older and more responsible. Reflection:  We went over the questions from the reading "The Rockpile" and I still don't like the father. The kids are scared of him, he is a terrible father.

Prompt Response:  A time I was tempted to ignore a rule was when I went behind the fence of my old house. I was curious as to what was back there but was told not to because it may be dangerous due to poison ivy, holes, or coyotes. But I was curious so I went back there but there  wasn't any immediate danger, just some thorns and fallen trees. I learned that seeing things for yourself and making your own judgement if often important. Summary:  A time I was tempted to ignore a rule was when I went behind the fence of my old house. I was curious as to what was back there but was told not to because it may be dangerous due to poison ivy, holes, or coyotes. Reflection:  I didn't like the father or any of the adult characters in "The Rockpile"

Prompt Response:  I believe Covid 19 affected the country similarly to 9/11. I believe this because both events caused nationwide shock and fear. They both affected people regardless of age or gender. They both came from foreign countries. I think it helps me understand what people felt like when 9/11 happened because they were both very similar in terms of affect on the nation. I can understand the heartbreak of loss from both and the panic, fear, and shock it caused because Covid caused it too. Summary:  I believe Covid 19 affected the country similarly to 9/11. I believe this because both events caused nationwide shock and fear. They both affected people regardless of age or gender. They both came from foreign countries. Reflection:  The test today was pretty easy aside from a few questions. I sort of struggled with the questions about types of conflict because we didn't really go over it while reading.

Prompt Response:  I think some people have difficulty accepting change or loss is because they've never experienced it before or they never want to experience it again. Another reason may be because they rely heavily on that person. I don't want to connect myself with ehr because she killed the person she didn't want to leave. It's not all that hard to get over someone leaving if you do it properly Summary:  I think some people have difficulty accepting change or loss is because they've never experienced it before or they never want to experience it again Reflection:  Emily is a bum, entitled, and terrible person. 

Prompt Response:  Life moved quickly when I was younger. Now days feeler longer than they used to and I have less time and more time as the same time. It feels like I more time but less time to do what I want so I'm not having as much fun so time moves slower. like the saying "Time flies when your faving fun." I reminisce on my younger moments and realize how much fun I had. They made me value my free time more Summary:  I reminisce on my younger moments and realize how much fun I had. They made me value my free time more Reflection:  I learned Emily Dickinson wrote a poem about the feeling of dying, but she didn't die so how did she feel it.

Prompt Response:  I truly belonged with with my family. They understand who I am and what I like more than others. My mom and dad care for me and help me with anything I need at any time. My brothers are always fun and willing to do things with me. They all make me feel safe and happy. Summary:  I truly belonged with with my family. Reflection:  I did the comment lit today

Prompt Response:  A fear I have overcome is my fear of large rollercoasters. I used to be scared of them because I thought they were too fast and went too high. I overcame them because my summer camp counselor and peers told me to try a large rollercoaster at least once. I went on it and had a lot of fun and gradually came to love them alot. Now I go on every larger rollercoaster I see and it's all thanks to my camp counselor and peers.