My Interests
| Suggested Books |
| Hobbies |
| Personal Reflection |
Image Source: World War I Art Archive
Reflection
This painting signifies the struggle that people went through to defend
their families and country during World War I . As I look at this picture,
feelings well up inside me of anger and sadness because thousands of people
lost someone they loved. This painting shows you how pointless wars are.
Thousands of people had to lose their lives because governments couldn't
work their problems out professionally and peacefully. Governments should
be shown pictures like these before they decide to start another war. Will
we ever learn?
Suggested Books
Things Fall Apart
By: China Achebe
I
recommend this novel because I learned so much about my African heritage.
What I like most about it is that it portrayed women as being strong individuals
rather than helpless human beings. Although they were still male dominated,
the men paid women homage in their own way
Oliver Twist
By: Charles Dickens
This
book takes place in the nineteenth century in England, and it's about
a young boy going through the obstacles of life who is forced to be a part
of a gang of thieves in London. This young boy is trying to find a family
and a way through life.
Coffee Will Make You Black
By: April Sinclair
This book is about a young
girl growing up on the Chicago south side going through life and the struggles
of being a teenager. She's growing up so fast, but not fast enough for
her.
Romeo and Juliet
By: Shakespeare
This is a classic romance
about two teens falling in love. They are, however, forced apart against
their wills because their parents are enemies of each other.
Merchant of Venice
By: Shakespeare
This is a classic play about a group of people helping each other to find happiness and prosperity. A merchant goes "bankrupt" and can't pay his debts. He goes to trial to determine his fate.
Hobbies
My hobby is dancing. I know that's not one of the most important things
in life, but it means a lot to me. My life practically revolves around
dancing. I love watching BET so I can learn new dances from the music videos.
If dancing is a high-paying profession when I'm older, I'll look into it
as a career choice.