Although Girl in a Cage is just a novel by Jane Yolen and Robert J. Harris, it is similar to the actual Middle Ages history. First, Marjorie de Brus, the book’s main character, is a real person who lived during the time of the Wars of Scottish Independence in opposition to King Edward I of
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Comparison - Girl in a Cage
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Important Passage - Girl in a Cage
Monday, January 11, 2010
Response Paraph - Theme: So Far from the Bamboo Grove
The memoir So Far from the Bamboo Grove by Yoko Kawashima Watkins teaches readers to never give up, even during the most desperate situations. Because the Kawashima family is faced with many challenges due to World War II, Yoko, Ko, her mother, and her brother all learn to persevere to overcome obstacles. When the train Yoko, Ko, and Mrs. Kawashima were on was bombed, they decide to leave the train and walk to the far-off
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Response Paragraph: Reaction - Amnesty International
I feel that the treatment people in Iraq are receiving is terrible and disgraceful. Although I know it's almost impossible, I wish for peace, or at least no wars or fighting. Some people are forced to flee just because of their religion! Even though some may think that people who believe in other religions are "stupid," that does not give them the right to treat others so harshly with death threats and more.I also believe that everyone should be allowed to choose where they want to live. Palestinians should not be forced to stay in Iraq. They also should not be denied access to other countries. In addition, I feel bad for those who have lost relatives and friends due to the fierce attacks in Iraq. However, I believe that Amnesty International is doing the right thing by trying to help these poor people resettle in safer places. I hope that the people in Iraq who are suffering because of this "displacement crisis" will soon have a nice place to live in and lead a successful life.