Question of the Day 12/12/13

What is an allegory? An allegory is a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one. An allegory is a powerful way to express and idea because it gives the theme or idea a deeper meaning. It gives the reader a different outlook or perspective to the theme. It may also make it easier for the reader to understand the moral or meaning. For example, in Animal Farm, George Orwell uses the power of an allegory to talk about the Communist Russia. He writes the book about the main problems without actually talking about it directly. Personally, I believe this makes it easier for the reader to understand what is going on, or to understand what the author is trying to tell us. It brings the topic into another light. These factors give allegories their literary power.

Qualities of a Good Leader

         I do not believe that intelligence should be the primary qualification for leadership. Just because a person is smart does not mean that they are smart in the right way. For example, they may be smart, but they may use their knowledge to only help themselves and to manipulate others. Someone who does this uses their knowledge to their own benefit and to take advantage of others. A leader should also be kind and they should try to help others. They should use their knowledge to help the entire society, not just themselves. A leader should be responsible too. They should consider others' opinions. When choosing a leader for our society, we tried to use these concepts to make a good choice.

Exploratory Writing

              I believe that Squealer's reasoning is very manipulative. He twists the words to turn them into something the other animals want to hear. I don't think Napoleon really believes that the animals are equal. He seems like he enjoys having all the decision-making powers. Also, when Squealer states that Napoleon is worried the other animals might make the wrong decision, he is basically saying that the other animal's opinions are wrong. No matter what the animals want, the final decision will always be made by Napoleon. Napoleon is the one deciding if the decisions made by the animals are wrong. Most likely, they will always be considered wrong because Napoleon is always considered right. However, Squealer's reasoning sugarcoats the situation of Napoleon taking all the power by twisting the words to make it sound like Napoleon is doing this for the animals. Napoleon did not intend to help the other animals. He is only in it for himself and his power.

        

~Happy Thanksgiving~

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! This is the holiday where people recognize the things they are thankful for. So what am I thankful for? First off, I'd like to get the most obvious thing out of the way. I'm extremely thankful for my friends and family. They always put up with me whenever I'm in a good or bad mood. They always support me in whatever I choose to do. Without my parents, I wouldn't have a lot of the things that I have today. I am thankful for my friends because they never fail to make me laugh and smile whenever I need them. I am also thankful for all my teachers, past and present. Throughout my years of going to school, I've met many great teaches who taught me many, many things. Without them, I wouldn't have a chance at being successful in life and I wouldn't get an education. For that reason, I would like to say thank you to all my teachers. Another thing I am thankful for is music. Listening to music has helped me feel better when I'm down, and it also gives me great songs to jam to when I don't want to do my homework. Music makes my life better. These are only a few of the things that I am truly thankful for. What are you grateful for? Do we have any in common? Comment the things you are thankful for below. I hope you have a great Thanksgiving and eat lots of food! Remember to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade too!

Leon Trotsky by megggurs13

This is a powerpoint about Leon Trotsky by Megan Ly and Priscilla Lee. Enjoy!

~Welcome~

This is my blog that goes by the name of Through the Dark. Just to let you know, when you read this blog, it will be like reading what I'm thinking. You will be in my mind and you will see things the way I see them. As I welcome you to my blog, I welcome you to my world.