Wednesday, March 18, 2009

The Great Gatsby

What do you think happened in the second chapter that reinforced the negative side of Tom?

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Blogging Post 30

I didn't know if it was just me, but I had hoped to hear more about Gatsby. If you thought so too, why? And if not, why not?

Blog Post 29

One thing that we discussed in class is how Tom is an idiot. He tries to say things and sound smart, but they backfire. He's an unlikeable character even in the first chapter. What else don't you like about him?

How did you like the first chapter of our new book, The Great Gatsby?

Explain...

Monday, March 16, 2009

How did you like the idea of a take home essay for the test

In what ways is realism a reaction to romanticism?

These were two very good reads. The stories explain very well, how many different people endured the tragedies that came along with war. You can learn many lessons from these two pieces of literature.