Monstrosity
THIS type of evil is committed by large groups because they receive some degree of social permission.
Collective evil.
Nihilism refers to...
The belief that life has no inherent meaning.
In Marking Period 1, when we read Macbeth, we watched a clip of Spongebob that helped us visualize the central idea of “appearance vs. reality” in the play. Which episode was the clip from?
The Hash Slinging Slasher
People who are native to a particular region can be referred to as...
Indigenous
What is the length requirement of the college essay?
250-650 words.
THIS type of evil is committed under the pressure of extreme circumstances
Situational evil.
Existentialism refers to...
The belief that life has no inherent meaning, but we can create meaning for ourselves through our choices, actions, and contributions to society.
In Marking Period 2, when we read The Marrow Thieves, we listened to the song “The Dripping Tap” to help us understand the issues posed by climate change. Which band performs this song?
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard
THESE schools were government-supported boarding schools where Indigenous children were forced to assimilate to white culture.
Residential schools.
True or false: the college essay is more important than your GPA, test scores, and clubs/activities.
FALSE! But it's still super important.
Instrumental evil can best be described as...
Evil committed as a means to an end (to achieve a goal).
When we read Lord of the Flies, we discussed the problematic history of the word "savage." What did this word originally mean, and what has it come to mean today?
Original meaning: a derogatory way of describing people who are native to a particular region.
Evolved meaning: some artists, rappers, and athletes call themselves savage, reclaiming the word to mean brazen or tough.
In Marking Period 3, we read a short story that was dedicated to a well-known singer. Who was the singer?
Bob Dylan
In The Nickel Boys, we emphasized Elwood and Turner's different mindsets about broken systems. Which historical leaders did these characters connect to?
Martin Luther King, Jr. (Elwood) and Malcolm X (Turner)
The zoom-in technique can best be described as...
A strategy for writing introductions that involves progressively focusing on specific details of a moment, while maintaining an awareness of the broader context.
When describing a monster, what does "dual nature" mean?
A character has an outward projection that masks their true, hidden, darker internal state.
Early in Lord of the Flies, Ralph gained authority not through force or intimidation, but by...
Building trust through rules, shared decision-making, and group consensus.
In Marking Period 4, we read a short excerpt called "Chameleon" from the memoir Born a Crime. Who was the author of this memoir?
Trevor Noah
When we read Blood Brothers, we discussed the ways different accents can be tied to social class. What type of accent did the Johnstone family have?
Scouse
The zoom-out section should include...
An explanation of the person you are in the present day, as a result of the story you told in the zoom-in. Be sure to highlight relevant experiences, interests, classes, and extracurricular activities.
In literature, a monster can best be described as...
A creature or human that demonstrates traits of evil and is used to remind, warn, or instill fear in readers.
A tragic hero's downfall often results when a personal weakness combines with external pressures. Explain/summarize Macbeth's transformation from the beginning of the play to the end.
He declines from a morally-righteous man who is admired by society, to someone who ignores his conscience and creates a state of fear in Scotland.
There's no question...I'm just so happy I had you as students this year. You helped me remember the reasons I became a teacher. I am inspired by each of you in the way you conduct yourselves, treat each other, and move with grace through this world. I hope you find and pursue your passions, and work to make life meaningful for yourselves and others!
I love you all!
What was unique about the way The Nickel Boys movie was filmed? Why was it filmed this way?
It was filmed from a POV angle, as if you were looking out of Elwood's eyes.
The future section should include...
Predictions of how your interest or focus can positively impact who you become. Remember, the person reading this essay wants to see if you will positively impact their organization or campus. They aren't only thinking about who you are today, nor should you!