Vocabulary #2 Definitions

intercede: to act or interpose in behalf of someone in difficulty or trouble, as by pleading or petition

hackneyed: (of a phrase or idea) lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal and trite

approbation: approval or praise

innuendo: an allusive or oblique remark or hint, typically a suggestive or disparaging one

coalition: a group of people, groups, or countries who have joined together for a common purpose

elicit: evoke or draw out (a response, answer, or fact) from someone in reaction to one's own actions or questions.

hiatus: a pause or gap in a sequence, series, or process.

assuage: make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense.

decadence: moral or cultural decline as characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.

expostulate: express strong disapproval or disagreement

simulate: imitate the appearance or character of.

jaded: tired, bored, or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having had too much of something

umbrage: offense or annoyance

prerogative: a right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class

lurid: very vivid in color, especially so as to create an unpleasantly harsh or unnatural effect.

transcend: to rise above or go beyond; overpass; exceed

provincial: Something or someone provincial belongs to a province, or region outside of the city. Something provincial can be quaint and in a pleasing rural or country style, but it also can imply someone less sophisticated, as in someone with provincial, or simple, tastes. 

petulant: (of a person or their manner) childishly sulky or bad-tempered.

unctuous: (of a person) excessively or ingratiatingly flattering; oily

meritorious: deserving reward or praise

"The Conscience of the Hacker" Response

I liked "The Conscience of the Hacker". It told me the story of how a certain person views the world. I'm seeing the world from the Mentor's point of view. The Mentor also talks about things I, along with many others could relate to. I'm pretty sure a lot of us could remember a time when our teacher explained how to do something for the millionth time. I also like how the Mentor showed how other people viewed him; he knew how he was different from the others. The essay even shows how a kid can grow up to become a mastermind hacker. Overall, what I took from this essay is that everyone has a story. Everyone has a reason for why they do certain things.

Vocabulary #1 Sentences

Vocabulary #1 Definitions

EVERYTHING'S AMAZING

    Louis C.K. is an amazing and a hilarious comedian. In the video, Louis C.K.uses satire to express how spoiled our generation is. He creates situations which we can all relate to, which helps us see the problem he sees.He also uses humor to catch our attention. If he were to just complain, we wouldn't listen to him, but since he's funny, we listen to him.

"A Modest Proposal" Response

Jonathan Swift uses diction and syntax to make his whole document seem significant and major. The diction used makes the document formal, whereas the syntax used makes the document give off a serious and important vibe. This is a great combination since the whole document is satire. At first, the impression the document had on me is that the author is crazy. After a closer reading, I realized that he's addressing the problem that's happening in his town. The document was a brilliant way to get people's attention on the issue at hand.

"The Right To Your Opinion" Response

I am entitled to my opinion. My sister is entitled to her opinion. My friends are entitled to their opinions. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. However, if you were to say "I am entitled to my opinion" in an argument that has nothing to do with one's rights, you are a fool. I believe people use that phrase as a defense. People don't like being wrong; they like being right. It's human nature, but sometimes we have to accept that we're wrong. Everyone has different views on everything. We don't have to consider someone else's opinion, but we should try to understand why a person thinks another way. Sometimes, a person has great reasons as to why they think a certain way. We can learn from each other, and the more people that understand that, the better this world will be.

I CAN READ!

I definitely made a few mistakes while reading this. All the while, it was pretty fun doing this. Sorry about my dogs at the end.

Satire Example #3

Satire Example #2

Satire Example #1

Racial injustice is one of the biggest problems in America. It was a problem in the past and it's still a problem today. While both parents in this picture are giving their child "the talk", they are unfortunately having completely different conversations.

"The Laughing Heart" Recital

Response to Reading - "The Laughing Heart"

"The Laughing Heart" by Charles Bukowski, is an amazing poem. It is a motivational poem that makes you think about your entire life. It makes you think about all those times you took a chance and those moments when you were brave. The poem recognizes that there are both good times and bad times in life as well.  To my surprise, Charles Bukowski, a man who went through so many terrible things in life, was able to make such a great and optimistic poem.

"Richard Cory" Analysis

The poem "Richard Cory" is written and narrated from the perspective of an unnamed poor person. The poor person describes the life of Richard Cory and how Richard has everything people want: money, education, and the admiration of the entire town. Additionally, Richard is described as well-mannered and a gentleman. Even though Richard has all of these qualities and sought-after items, he, unfortunately, kills himself. The question, in the end, is "Why did Richard kill himself?"

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