Adam's English Blog

 My most unforgettable meal during Thanksgiving was when I mixed the mac and cheese with the Turkey. This was very good, and I would put the mac and cheese on the Turkey and eat it. Also, I had all my family together and everyone was laughing, which also made it an unforgettable meal. I will be trying my meal idea again this Thanksgiving. Summary: Today in class, I did a group quiz. Reflection: Today in class, I learned decision-making.

 A time I realized I needed to look out for myself was when I needed to dodge a test. I needed this because I needed more time to study and prepare. I ended up taking the test the next day, and I did great on it. Although I should have learned earlier. Summary: Today in class, I continued reading the short story. Reflection: Today in class, I learned more about the story.

 A time I had an encounter with a homeless person was around a month ago. I gave him a dollar and he looked at me strangely. He seemed very unappreciative. It made me feel weird because I was helping him out. Summary: Today in class, I read another short story. Reflection: Today in class, I learned how to analyze the short story.

 I am thankful for my friends and family. I appreciate them a lot and look up to them. I wouldn't be who I am without them. I always try to enjoy my friends and family because of all they have done for me. In summary, I am thankful for my friends and family because they are great people and bring the best out of me. Summary: Today in class, I worked on vocabulary lesson three. Reflection: Today in class, I learned new vocabulary lesson three terms.

 A moment when new information changed my perception of a person was my Dad. This reshaped my understanding because when I got older, I learned new things that he did for my family. This twist made me start working harder and doing all kinds of things for my family. In summary, this new information made me feel more compassion and started making me work harder.  Summary: Today in class, I did a group pop quiz. Reflection: Today in class, I learned more about the story.

 One shocking news story I heard was about a man who faked his own death to avoid paying his debts. He disappeared for months, and everyone thought he had drowned, but later police found him living under a new name in another state. People were amazed and angry when the truth came out. This story stood out to me because it showed how far some people will go to escape their problems. It reminds me that people can act in strange ways when they feel desperate. Summary: Today in class, I read more of the book. Reflection: Today in class, I learned a new term.

 A place that holds deep memories to me is my room. It is a positive development because it has evolved over the years. I have stayed in the same room all my life. Over the years, my room has become more diverse than it used to be. I have posters, collectibles, and plenty of things that I thought I would never like when I was younger. My room has changed over time just like how I have been. Summary: Today in class, I read "A Rose for Emily".  Reflection: Today in class, I learned what the word "decree" means in the text.

 A time I heard the word donnybrook was when my grandpa said it to me. I didn't know till now what that meant till now. My grandpa said the word when there was a hockey fight on TV.  I was young, but I thought it meant they were just playing the game in the context of what he told me. I would use this word from now on. Summary: Today in class, I worked on vocab two and my group presentation. Reflection: Today in class, I learned more vocabulary terms.

 The strictest person in my life when it comes to discipline has been my mom. She always made sure I followed the rules, did my homework, and showed respect to others. If I messed up, she didn’t yell, but she would sit me down and explain why what I did was wrong. Her way of handling things taught me to think before I act and to take responsibility for my actions. Because of her, I try to make good choices and stay out of trouble. Summary: Today in class, I worked on my group project. Reflection: Today in class, I learned how to research poems.

 When I was growing up, my parents forbade me from going to the park alone. They said it wasn’t safe because there were a lot of older kids who sometimes caused trouble, and they didn’t want me to get hurt or lost. At the time, I thought they were just being too strict, but now I understand they were trying to protect me. Like in “The Rockpile,” parents often make rules because they care and want to keep their children out of danger. Summary: Today in class, I learned about the "rockpile" poem. Reflection: Today in class, I learned more on how to research a poem.

 I remember when I learned the word “symbolism.” Before that, I thought details in stories were just random. But when I found out symbolism means something that stands for a bigger idea, it helped me understand books better. For example, I realized that a storm in a story could show anger or sadness. Learning that word made it easier for me to explain my ideas and write more clearly. Summary: Today in class, I studied vocabulary. Reflection: Today in class, I learned what the word "anomaly" means.