Doubt Writing Prompts

#1

Well like all people you are mostly influenced by those you live with you, in my case it would be my parents and siblings. Every person has a different view of the world so therefore I believe you are somewhat disillusioned. You believe what your parents believe about the world, that is until you realize its your choice and that is when your view becomes YOUR view. You doubt what your parents say, you doubt what your textbooks say, and "intelligent" people say. The assumptions of scientists and others can change your concept of the world.


#2

Answer each of the following questions in a complete sentence, and then identify how you know the answers. Are you relying on direct observation? Intuition? Heresay? Other sources? Why are you so sure about the answer? Or are you uncertain?

What color are your mother's eyes?

Hazel, I've seen her eyes therefore its based solely on observation.

Whom do you trust?

Mostly my parents and close friends.

What color is the ocean?

The ocean is blue. That is just intuition though, everyone has seen it and you will always say blue.

Is there life after death?

I believe in life after death. Not on observation or intuition but my faith in the Lord and also in his written word.

Is it always wrong to steal?

I believe it is, but then again I like to have my heart stolen haha :P

Is there life on other planets?

Some people make me really think that there is. I'm not totally sure, who is to say there is not? Just because we dont think its "suitable" to live on other planets the other life may be made for that planet!

WRITING PROMPTS

WRITING PROMPT 1

One movie I've seen that said it was based on a true story was Paranormal Activity. After

reading this I looked at the movie in a more critical way. Asking myself, "Could this really

happen." The movie is a documentary about a lady who had been possessed or followed by a

demon. Her husband is caught into the story as the had just moved into a new house. After

reading it was true story, it made the movie somewhat scarier than if I knew that it was fiction.

If i knew it was then I would not have been as scared.

Writing Prompt 2

I would definitely not tell the next student that some parts were not true, just so they would feel the

same way as me reading the story. I would make sure they "picked up on" that O'Brien was the

author but also the narrator and soldier in the story. It is kind if hard to understand just reading

one time, I would recommend reviewing each chapter with the class or another student. I would

tell the next students to reread sections and analyze to understand the story better.

WRITING PROMPT #4

Some people say Rainy River is boring, but I really enjoyed it. I think I like it because alot of

important things set up the story. WE get a "sneak peek" of O'Briens life before war. When He was

contemplating whether He should go to war or not after he recieves a draft notice.He is also trying

to decide if He should go flee the country and go to Canada to avoid the draft.I understand him

feeling his life was being taking away from him because He would be in a different country

fighting with the chance his life could be taken away from him.Later I find out that all the stories

in this Chapter are not true, which UPSETS me hahal. I felt as though I was lied to!!

WRITING PROMPT # 6

"On The Rainy River"

-O'Brien cannot decide if He should go to war. He only goes to make his family "proud" He wanted to flee to Canada to avoid the war.

- He is a young person, and has a youthful perspective on life. Like most young people think, "too young to die". Being in war changes his perspective.

-O'Brien like myself was very indecisive. Nost of decisions he made someone guided him are led him to making a decision. The old man brings O'Brien close to the Canadian border. Someone is always pushing him towards a decision, it's never him.

"The Ghost Soldiers"

-Being at war in Vietnam made Tim O'Brien made him grow up, and make decisions as before He could not decide to go to war or flee.

- O'Brien has no feelings. Hes neither sad, proud, nor scared. He justs exists because his emotions are cut off by war.

-Tim O'Brien becomes untouched by the lifestyle of war. He knows humans cause death and the warzone no longer affects him. O'Brien and his platoon become like brothers. They make bonds that cannot be broken.

WRITING PROMPT #7

I think everyone has a different view of what "truth" is. Depending on what you faced in life your

less likely to accept everything someone says to you as truth. One may question or not believe at all.

The there are sone who believe everything you say, they are gullible. True war stories are not really

about war, there more about the emotions that come. So by that criteria I believe it is a true war

story. I would recommend this book to anyone, I think it is a good read!

O'Brien changes..

In "On The Rainy River" Tim O'Brien was contemplating whether he should go to war,both the author and the character. The author did not actually go to Canada he spent this time playing golf(which would definetely not be interesting to read about) O'Brien was frightened and was not sure what decision He should make. His whole frightened and soft side faded in "The Ghost Soldiers". He describes to the readers the pain that came with being shot. Where He used to be concerned in doing the right thing O'Brien changed. Maybe it was the cruelty of war that made him lose sight of doing the right thing. He felt this great need to get revenge on a fellow soldier. He was mistreated by Jorgenson and that could have led to the evil that came out of him.

Story Vs Essay

When I view a movie that says "based on a true story" I wonder could that really happen or I may be more critical. I watched Paranormal Activity, which states that it is based on a true story. The movie was ok, but I am very skeptical if the things actually happened. I do believe that there are spirits both good and bad, but like most movies some things are added in for dramatic effect. There are some VERY interesting and unbelievable things that happen in real life but there are also producers that understand that people need to see stuff that excited them!

Irony

We encounter irony almost everyday. When I was in fifth grade I was madly in love with a highschool boy. Everytime I saw him I would just melt and just stare at him. He was one of my brother's friend and they thought it was funny. He would always give me a hug and say hey. The irony of the story is this same guy sent me a message telling me how much I have grown up and how He'd love to hang out with me! All I could do was laugh at how ironic it was because I was so infatuated with him and now he wanted to hang out.

Things Carried:)

Things I carry:

1. Chapstick

2. Cell phone

4. Keys

5. Purse

6. Water

All the items are special to me, but not necessarily needed. The one I would pick for survival would be my water. I love to drink water and well duh its necessary to life. My chapstick is important in the cold weather. Although my cellphone isn't really necessary to life but without it I feel disconnected from the world. If a person were to look in my purse they would be like wow what is all this?! My purse is somewhat messy but its perfect to me :)

Its a new semester YaY :) hopefully it runs as smoothly as last semester !

Thanksgiving Assignment

1. Topics in The Kite Runner – for each of the following, write a clear statement about what the book says about this topic in the novel

• Role of women – Although they mention the diff in sexes, there are no women characters introduced. And this shows the role of women in Afghanistan is not important.

• Betrayal Amir chose to preserve himself rather than taking a stand to protect the vulnerable Hassan.

• Brothers"there was a brotherhood between people who had fed from the same breast.” Although they were not blood brothers they shared that brother bond.

• Guilt – hidden guilt vs. open guilt Amir is born with the guilt if his father and cannot seem to get away from that. Amir’s failure to prevent Hassna from getting rapped has left him with a hidden guilt for not preventing it.

• Redemption Everyone in the story needs redemption besides Hassan. aba tries to redeem himself from his affair with Sanuabar and the betrayal of his friend and servant Ali by building an orphanage and by treating Hassan, his illegitimate son, better than Amir.

• Exodus

• Fathers & sons – patriarchal society- Amir and Baba have a strained relationship. Baba has a high position and Amir is always trying to be like him. Baba finds it hard to relate to Amir and his bookish ways while he himself is manly and enjoys sports. It was also unfair to Amir that Baba spent much more time with Hassan.

• Class distinction one of the boys job is more grand than the other.

2. Style – in 2-3 clear, concise, complete sentences, comment on each the author’s use of eachthe following in the novel

• Parallelism- The quote "for you, a thousand times over." is parallel to Amir being able to be good again in the introduction and then in the last chapter. Houiseinni basically opens and closes circle, ending where he started.

• Character foils – look for characters in pairs OR characters who could be placed side by side for contrast

• Foreshadowing

• Flashback

• Positives & negative aspects of the writing

3. Settings – both time and place and culture – list five important cultural aspects of setting identified in the novel - e.g., Hazara vs. Pashtun

The story starts in San Francisco but then goes back to Afghanistan during turmoil.

4. Identify at least 5 minor characters and their role in the novel

5. Identify at least 5 Symbols and the significance of each

1.The main one is KITES- represents Afghanistan and the two brother's fight.

2.Breast- symbolizes that Amar and Hassan's brotherhood.

3.Rape-symbolizes the loss of innocence. it leads hassan and amar to lose their childhood friendship and Amar is filled with guilt.

4. Pigeons- symbolizes faithfulness, flocking to Islam for peace and safety.

5. Slingshot- symbolizes devotion because in the beginning Hassan used it to stand up to Assef and then at the end Hassans son Sohrab used it to protect Amir against Assef.

Mineral Makeup Vs Traditional Makeup :)

Rachel Payne

Sharon Aiken

October 19, 2009

English 1101

Mineral Powder Makeup vs. Liquid Makeup

Women are always searching for the perfect makeup. The type of makeup that becomes invisible. The kind that makes people beg, “How is your skin so perfect?” Mineral makeup has become a very popular alternative to traditional liquid foundation. Mineral makeup and liquid foundation differ from what their made of but are alike in what they do. The purpose of this essay is to compare the coverage, value, texture and ingredients and application of both mineral and liquid makeup.

First, liquid makeup has been used for many years. People trust it will cover better than mineral powder. Mineral powder can cover just as well if not better that liquid makeup without the heavy feeling of a liquid. The coverage of mineral makeup is buildable. Whereas liquid makeup can become cakey if more is added. The coverage for mineral makeup can be sheer to full coverage.

The price of makeup depends on where one gets it. Drugstore makeup and high-end department store makeup are very similar. Mineral make up has recently become more affordable. Where as before it was only available at a high price. It is now supplied by Avon, Mary Kay, and drugstores not just Bare Minerals. Liquid makeup is available to all people for any price. One can find liquid makeup anywhere for any price. There are so many choices and different types of liquid makeup to choose from.

For acne prone and sensitive skin, finding a makeup that does not flare these skin problems is quite hard. Liquid makeup is full of harsh dies, talc, fragrances, and strong chemicals. This is not only bad on sensitive skin but for all skin types. Mineral makeup is made up of natural minerals that actually enhance one’s face rather than hurt it. The heaviness of liquid makeup can also take a toll on the face. Mineral makeup feels so light that one feels like there is no makeup on one’s face. Since mineral makeup is in a powder form it is easier to blend and one can say good-bye to the tell tale line liquid makeup seems to make.

Liquid makeup is easy to apply because one can use one’s fingers to apply the makeup. Sponges or makeup brushes can also be used to blend liquid makeup. The process is very easy and quick. Mineral makeup however has more steps involved. One has to use a makeup brush and swirl the mineral into the brush. This can be very messy and take longer than liquid makeup. The extra time taken really pays off though.

Mineral makeup and liquid makeup both do the job of covering one’s imperfections and giving confidence. Mineral makeup is superior to liquid makeup in that it is better for your skin. Mineral makeup does not feel like a mask and does not contain damaging chemicals that traditional makeup does. The sun is the skin’s worst enemy and most mineral makeup include sunscreen to protect one’s skin.

The paper is done!

YAY!!! The paper is over. I found this essay to rather easy compared to the descriptive essay. I really enjoy writing and its so different from high school where the teacher would give you a specific topic. I like being able to express myself and write things I truly am passionate about. To any new 1101 students I think blogs are great and the comments really do help. It made me look at my paper closer. 

Well my first blog blog I got six comments, this blog only three. It was still helpful though. The only problem were blogs that were unavailable or not done, I understand this blog is not the most important thing is someone's life. haha :) Have a good day!

Example Essay Really Rough Draft

Rachel Payne

Sharon Aiken

English 1101

Sept. 22, 2009

Rough Draft

Marked by the number twelve I stand surrounded by my competition I made sure the judges saw my over practiced smile. All the preparation was done for this moment. I began to feel weak just thinking of who would receive the crown or worse, who would receive nothing. The host always starts the winnings with prettiest eyes or prettiest hair. Of course those are great compliments but every girl dreams of winning it all, the big crown.

Beauty pageants can give confidence but can also make young girls feel they have to impress people by the way they look. Pageants are mostly judged on outward appearance. Therefore, it puts a strain on young girls to look there best. Also, magazines covered with stick thin celebrities shout to young women how important being attractive is. Pageants only magnify what the world says about beauty. Dressing up and feeling pretty is a part of being a girl but there is a point where it can become obsessive. Life is not all about appearance and teaching young girls it is only makes them shallow.

Toddlers and Tiaras , the hit reality show on TLC follows families of young pageant divas. The show is all about glitter, big crowns, money, and glamorous girls. The hair and makeup on the girls make them look ten years older. The parents on the show seem to live through their children. Most of the parents desire to win even more than their children. Being behind your child and wanting them to win is great but when you try to live your dream through your child is when it is negative. The show illustrates how serious the parents are. From the “flippers”; artificial teeth that are put in when a child has lost their two front teeth to the spray tan that makes the children unrealistically tan shows the mother’s crazy pursuit for perfection. The eight year old girls wear more makeup than a normal teenage girl would for prom. Some of the overly extravagant costumes are risqué. If a grown woman were to wear one of the outfits she would be identified as a whore or simply crazy. When has it become okay for a child to dance around in barely there clothes. In adulthood this would be called activities of a stripper.

Beauty Pageant bring the terrible memory of JonBenet Ramsay. The six year old girl was known as a “pageant girl”. JonBenet was kidnapped and murdered Christmas 1996.(Maloney) JonBenet had won Little Miss Colorado, America’s Royal Miss, Little Miss Sunburst, and many more. (Dubard) If you remember the notorious murder, you will remember her face being exploited on countless magazines. She was a beautiful young girl and the thought of someone murdering is disgusting. If she was alive today she would be nineteen the same age as most college freshmen. Could Ramsey’s murder been avoided by staying out of pageants? Could dressing up like a sixteen year old have anything to do with the unsolved case? Her parents did not protect allowing her to be seen too sexual by predators. Like the old saying old saying goes “If you play with fire you will get burned.”

I have experienced pageants and they can be harmful at a young age but older age can be extremely fun. Besides the glitter and glamour pageants can be a place where you can get your voice heard. Pageants also can be helpful with the many scholarships they provide to young girls. Not all pageants are just about beauty. After you win a pageant you are open to many opportunities.

Works Cited

Maloney, J.J, and J. Patrick O'Connor. "The Murder of JonBenet Ramsey." Crime Magazine 7 May 1999: Print.

Dubard, Rob. "JonoBenet Ramsey:Murder of a Child Beauty Queen." Associated Content. 7 November 2006. Web. 23 Sep 2009. .

SIGH OF RELIEF .. Paper is Done!!

The greatest challenge for me was trying to decide on a topic.   So I sat down in my quiet room and tried to pull out an experience from my memory that I could elaborate on. It was quite difficult at first but once I thought of something I just ran with. I put a lot of energy and time into this paper. For me its kind of like art. You know when you have completed a painting you are so critical of it. Most people would be like thats so beautiful but you are the critic and you always find small things that aren't perfect. Papers are the same way with me, I put all I could in this so I guess I can't complain. 

I really enjoyed reading all the blogs. It was a good way to give feedback and also receive it. The comments on my blog were helpful. I really want to thank those that took the time to read it and give their input! Although, on paper it is easier to correct problems with editing, the blog did help me with the actual revising. I think the blog to blog was a big help and it also gave me confidence in my writing! Thanks!:) 

Rainy Day=Lazy Day

Today started off with the sweet sound of rain trickling down my window, as I pulled the covers up closer to me. I really didn't want to wake up, that was a good enough reason for me to skip psychology this morning. These days I would just to cuddle up with some cereal and watch my favorite chick flick. Never even thinking about getting dressed or fixing my hair. These days were most likely labeled lazy days, because thats what I would be LAZY. haha Well now it's back to reality from daydreaming! Have a nice thursday to all in the blogger world:) 

Descriptive Essay

Please tell me what you think:)

                                                                        Braves Game

As I leaned up from my seat to ask “Are we there yet,” the hum slowly faded as we merged away from the rows of traffic. I anticipated the sweet smell of cotton candy and the warm sun peaking through the large opening of the stadium. It seemed as though the parking prices went up every time I came, but it was worth it. Everything from the warm hotdogs that I was about to enjoy to the songs everyone would stand and sing together.

 People were lined up like at amusement park waiting for the ride that would bring excitement and thrill, it was finally my turn as gave up my ticket to embark on a great time. My eyes would dart from one thing to another, drums banging, parents yelling for their children. I wove through the crowd of people to find my seat. It was as though an artist painted the picture in front me, the grass was such a vibrant green, and surely no clouds were allowed above the stadium, it was a perfect day. “Please rise for the national anthem,” with those words a silence broke among the crowd of faces, everyone stood up in a synchronized way. After the last hat was put back on their head, the crowd glared to filed as the first pitch was thrown. “Strike one,” yelled the umpire. Most of the crowd roared in agreement with the umpire but there were just a few outlaws above that disagreed.

Baseball is apart of everyone, whether by supporting your favorite team, or simply just living in America. Like a picnic on a Sunday afternoon, or celebrating thanksgiving with your family, baseball defines American culture.  It brings families together, there may be disagreements among our family but when the game comes on it brings us together.

            The crack of the bat as the ball takes flight, I look up trying to locate the ball, and my eyes are squinted as the ball drifts up in the air. I’ve always heard what goes up must come down, but I wasn’t quite sure when this ball was coming down. Screaming fans were coming closer to me and I wasn’t sure why until I saw the ball coming straight for me. I hardly had time to react, I threw my arms up to grab the ball and to my surprise I caught it. It was almost in slow motion as He ran from first base to the home plate, the crowd got louder at every step he made back to the dugout. Excitement came over me, as the sun was gone now the backdrop was the Atlanta skyline. I took a deep breath, taking everything I saw in. The lights seemed as if they were brightening putting a spotlight on the field as if it were a stage. and the players were actors. The bats and balls clinging together, the roar of crowd was the music in the setting of the play. “Get Your Peanuts, Get your peanuts,” and the smell of beer brought me back to reality.

The game was at its end, the bustle of people getting their stuff together and saying their goodbyes. Everyone was trying to find the quickest way to exit. I followed the crowd the excitement was over, my legs felt heavier with every stride I took. As I left the stadium, I could only dream about laying my head down and pulling the covers close. I made it to the car; lines of cars were dispersing in many directions. I pulled into one those lines, horns honking and people yelling. As I finally made it home, my eyes were heavy as I lifted myself out of the car and gazed on the front door that would soon lead to the relaxed place called home.

 

 

 

Psychology was Breeze

Today was my first psychology test, I am nerves about the results. I did all that I could to prepare for the test. When the test is being handed out, I always frantically think maybe I could've studied a little bit longer or made flashcards. All i feel now though is relief, that it is over! I am always so nervous until it is over. Today feels so good outside, it's starting to feel like fall.  Well its thursday which is more like friday to me! I'm so excited for the long weekend, and college football saturday YIPEEE:)

First Day Blog !!:)

What do I want to gain from English 1101

Well of course I want to pass my first english class, but I also want to learn how to write papers that are worthy of an A. I want to become a successful "blogger". haha I am already enjoying this class I feel as though I can express myself better than any other class. It's the sense of freedom in being able to write whatever I desire, no rules or "cant say that", "you can't word it that way". Being between four white walls can get very boring but I expect this class to be interesting enough that I dont feel as I am in some sort of jail. haha When I hear the word Essay, i think of all the countless nights I spent awake writing and writing. I hope to learn a way to write papers fast, with good content and good grammar and what not. Well thats all Folks!! Come Back You Hear!!:)