Prompt: In “A Rose for Emily,” Miss Emily’s actions shock the reader—she kills her fiancé and keeps his body in her home for years. People often react with disbelief when they hear about real-life stories that seem just as unbelievable. Write about the most shocking or “craziest” news story you have ever heard. What happened, and why did it stand out to you? How did people react to it, and what does it reveal about human behavior?

 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.