Sunday, December 18, 2016

A Secret Government Bunker Revealed



How was it a benefit for WV to house this secret bunker? How did the press find out about the bunker? What are some of the clues that people in WV had that the secret bunker existed? Have you ever been to the bunker? Where would the president have hidden? Where would the Supreme Court Justices have hidden? How was this kept a secret for 32 years? Why would WV have been selected for this bunker?

6 Most Evil People To Ever Live On Earth



Select one of these six individuals and include additional information about the leader that you have selected. Why do you believe that this person is justified in being on this list.

Top 10 Places You Are Not Allowed To Visit



Select one of these 10 locations and explain why or why not you would want to visit this destination. Also include your favorite place to visit and explain why.

Top 10 Creepiest Coincidences in History


Select one of the coincidences discussed in the video and add information to the discussion. Be sure to cite your source in your information. Write at least one paragraph.

WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS 2016 (COMPILATION)



If these are the champions of 2016, what would you add of yourself or your friends or family to this video? What did you accomplish this year? What was the best part of your year? What was the worst part of your year?

Martin Luther King, Jr. I Have A Dream Speech



Explain two of the things that Martin Luther King dreams in his most famous speech. Have his dreams come to fruition. Is there equality in the world? How do we honor his life and his famous speech?

The History of English in 10 Minutes - Sub ENG



What does your first name, middle name, and last name mean? When were the names first used in history? What is derivation of your name? What language does it come from? What is etymology? Look up three common words in the etymology dictionary on line and tell what language these words come from and how their meanings have changed.

What is Literature for?


Select ONE of the reasons for studying literature that is proposed in the video and relate it to one of the books that we have read in this class so far. What effect did the book have on you in relationship to the reason that you have selected? What is your favorite book that you have read in a classroom during your years in school? Why? Which of the reasons can you relate to the reason that you selected your favorite book?

Using Citations Effectively by Shmoop



Please quote your favorite song lyric. Then show it as it would appear in MLA format on a works cited page. Next show the parenthetical citation as it would appear within a paper that is written in MLA format.

ELA 5: Points of View



Write the same sentence three different ways. Using first person, third person, or third person omniscient. Make your subject about an objective that you share with your family. Be sure to identify each sentence with the type of point of view that you are using.

How to Identify Ethos, Logos and Pathos by Shmoop



Select either ethos, logos, or pathos to write a paragraph describing why a particular game is the best game. If you are not a gamer, then use a song or a movie. In parenthesis after the paragraph to identify which of the three rhetorical devices that you have attempted to use. Now, write one sentence using each of the other devices. Be sure to identify which is which.

Themes by Shmoop



During this year we have read The Outsiders, A Child Called It, Four Perfect Pebbles, Anne Frank, The Pigman, Mockingjay as well as two book reports. Please take a universal theme that is included in at least two of these books and discuss how they are used in those two selections.

Figurative Language in Movies



Select a type of figurative language that is depicted in the video and write FIVE examples of that type of language using the same topic The topic can be famous athletes, famous movies, or famous songs.

Hilarious Guilty Dogs Compilation 2016!



Do you have a pet? What kind? Has your pet ever done anything destructive? How does your pet react when he is caught? What is your fondest memory of a pet? If you do not have a pet, answer in regard to a sibling.

10 Roads You Would Never Want to Drive On


Are you looking forward to getting your driver's license. When will you get your permit? Have you practiced driving? Will you have your own car? What is your greatest fear about driving? Have you ever been in an automobile accident? Do you know anyone who has been?

Similes and Metaphors in Songs



Please write a simile and a metaphor about yourself. Now, write a simile and a metaphor about a family member. Using quotes, cite a simile or a metaphor from a popular song. Do not include any that were used in the video.

Thursday, August 4, 2016

9/11 - Flight 93 Missing From The Crater In Shanksville Pennsylvania


Please research Flight 93. Please add some information concerning the flight, its passengers and the crash. Please include NEW information that has not yet been blogged on. Also, reflect on Flight 93 and its proximity to you, to your family. Reflect on 9/11 and how it has changed the way Americans feel about the world.

Beginning of World War II | US History | Khan Academy


Where is Pearl Harbor? Who was the US President during World War II Why were we surprised by the attack on the US? How was West Virginia involved in the war? How many West Virginians died in the war? In what areas was the war fought?

Evolution of Dance


10 Horrific Facts About Auschwitz


What other death camps existed? Why was Auschwitz worse than many other concentration camps? How was Auschwitz significant to the Anne Frank story?

Women & Children in the holocaust


How were Jewish women treated during the time of the Holocaust? How were their children treated? How did the roles of women change during World War II? How many women and children were killed during the war? Which countries had the worst treatment of women? Are there any places in the world where women are treated badly?

Holocaust Footage (1945) - Part One - [WARNING: DISTRESSING IMAGES]


Why did the Allies get involved in World War II? Why didnt we ignore Hitler? Why was America anxious to help in the war?

Lucy's Famous Scene







Do you have a favorite OLD television show? Which one? Why? Can you remember a favorite episode? What is your favorite television show? What was your favorite cartoon? What is your favorite animated movie?

Famous Failures

Think of a time growing up when you failed. How did you overcome your failure. What do we learn by failing. Why is failure important to become successful

Never Give Up





Think of a time when your were challenged to do something that required you to overcome some obstacles.

Running and Reading





In what way can you adapt his words to your life? Are you a runner? Can running be a metaphor for other things? Are you a reader? What is your favorite passtime? Why?

Shocking Coincidences





Have you ever had to deal with a member of your family suffering from an illness? What challenges would that present? Have you ever known a class member who suffers from a debilitating illness? Can you put yourself in their shoes? you compassionate? What is the worst possible illness for you to imagine?

Passion: The Secret Ingredient to Success





Have you ever had to deal with a member of your family suffering from an illness?  What challenges would that present?  Have you ever known a class member who suffers from a debilitating illness?  Can you put yourself in their shoes?  Are you compassionate?  What is the worst possible illness for you to imagine?

Ted Talk: A Happy Life





Have you ever had to deal with a member of your family suffering from an illness?  What challenges would that present?  Have you ever known a class member who suffers from a debilitating illness?  Can you put yourself in their shoes?  Are you compassionate?  What is the worst possible illness for you to imagine?

Conspiracy Theories







Which of these projects is most deplorable to you?  Why?  Which conspiracy is most shocking? Find a new fact concerning one of the conspiracies.

Mysterious Things to Happen





Do you believe in the supernatural?  Have you ever experienced a supernatural or "strange" event?  Explain.  Do you have a favorite movie about the supernatural?  Have you ever read a book concerning the supernatural?

We Didn't Start the Fire

This song provides 40 years of history. Please select one incident or one person from history that is depicted in the film. Write at least three facts about them. Be sure to write about someone who has not yet been written about.

When the World Stopped Turning 9/11

Interview a parent, grandparent, sibling or neighbor about 9/11. Where were they? What were their feelings? How would they characterize the mood in America? Have you ever been to the 9/11 Memorial or Museum in New York? How has our country changed as a result of this attack?

Funniest Football Fails





Can you share any funny failures or bloopers that you have seen in gym class, on a team or with your friends.  Why are these fails funny?

Dad Can't Stop Laughing

What is humor? Think of a time growing up when you were involved in a funny incident. Describe the incident. Give details. Who was involved? Where were you?

10 Bizarre Deep Sea Creatures





Does this give you comfort at the beach? Do you swim in the ocean? Do you like the beach? Which of these creatures is the creepiest? Which ocean do you travel to?

Caine's Arcade

Why is creativity important? How have you ever been creative? Have you ever had an educational experience that fosters creativity? What is your favorite way to be creative?

Dave Pelzer on Larry King

How has this book affected you? Be specific. Cite examples from the book.

Shakespeare

Shakespeare is considered to be the greatest writer of all time. Please do a little research into his plays. Find one of his many plays and write a brief synopsis of the play or write some interesting fact about the play or its production or performance over the years.

S.E. Hinton on Location in Tulsa

After watching the S.E.Hinton interview, compare a scene from the movie to something that you have experienced or find an anecdote concerning the movie or the movie stars which has not been mentioned in the Youtube video.