Getting the Wheels Turning

In the following letter, Abigail Adams (1744–1818) writes to her son John Quincy Adams, who is traveling abroad with his father, John Adams, a United States diplomat and later the country’s second president. Read the letter carefully. Then, in a well-developed essay, analyze the rhetorical strategies Adams uses to advise her son. Support your analysis with specific references to the text.

 Letter from AA to Her Son

Blog Due Tuesday, but just do it now and get it over with. Also, do not forget to finish reading       The Great Gatsby and to bring in a pic of yourself all ready for one of Jay's parties!

If Jesus Had a Map

A Map of the world from the year Jesus was born

So the birth of Christ is not a fairytale, it is factual. Some do not believe that the baby born was the Savior of the world, but there are few who still dispute his birth. So, take a look at this map, and read the article. This transports us to a time when things were very, very different. How does reflecting on the world as it was at the time of Jesus's birth give credence to the argument that it is imperative that we learn Literature, History and Religion together? Use examples from the text. Your entry must be at least 350 words. You may use outside sources if you wish.

The True Meaning of Christmas

Follow the Yellowbrick Road?

http://fusion.net/story/373561/yellowbrick-millennials-failure-to-launch/

So your generation is not yet named. You have here a chart that explains the generations and their titles. The article I have posted here is about millennials. Read the article what is it about? React to it. How might the habits you are developing, good or bad, impact whether or not you will need to check into this program. Argue how success can be achieved. You can be creative and or provide examples of success. Your blog must be a minimum of 400 words in order to get credit.

Are You Going or Not?

Fidel Castro's funeral is on Sunday and you were invited. Are you going? Why are why not? Make an argument and support your decision.