Angel's English Blog

      Today in class we learned about the 3 different elements that compose an argument. We also learned about the Rhetoric triangle which includes Pathos (evidence designed to stir emotions), Logos ( evidence based on truths and facts), and ethos( the credibility of the speaker. I will take this lesson and use it when in an argument or writing an argumentative essay. I had a good day and enjoyed the lesson.

    Today in class we took notes on how to write an introduction and conclusion paragraph. We then learned what a thesis was and how to write one using 2 different methods. There is the 3 point thesis and the umbrella method thesis. I can take this lesson and use it for future informative essays. I had an informative day and I picked up a lot in class.

      Today in class we learned the differences between formal and informal language. We also learned the situations in which we use either or.  After, we revised our two body paragraphs from yesterday, and made sure everything was formal. I will use this lesson to ensure that I am always using the correct language for any given situation. I had a good day and I learned something important.

      Today in class we brainstormed ideas for a topic. I chose the topic of my goals. I then thought of 5 sub-topics and then details for those sub-topics. I then chose the two sub-topics I liked best and made 2 body paragraphs. I learned how to use the brainstorming method I learned yesterday and write a paragraph out of it.

      Today in class we learned a useful brainstorming idea to make finding talking points for essays easier. We simply pick out our main topic and find sub-topics within that topic to branch out from. From there we use the sub-topics to find even more things to write about. This method is really useful for planning out essays. I will use this method in the future to help write my own essays. I learned a useful thing in class that I will make sure to utilize in the future.

9- Quote- Parting is all we know of Heaven, and all we need of Hell Analysis- All we know of Heaven is that it's leaving one place, and leaving one place is all we need of hell. Topic- Death Theme- Heaven is what hell isn't Conflict- It is unknown what awaits us in the afterlife. 10- Quote- I have been bent and broken, but- I hope- into a better shape  Analysis- Happiness does not correlate to what's going on in your life. Topic- Happiness Theme- Happiness is an inside job Conflict- Can be difficult to be happy when things in life aren't going well 11- Quote- In this short life that only lasts an hour how much- how little- is within our power Analysis- Life is very short and there is very little we can do to control it Topic- Life Theme- Live life to the fullest Conflict- May be hard to live and enjoy life for others. 12- Quote- Whenever a thing is done for the first time, it releases a little demon Analysis-  Topic- Theme- Conflict- 13- Quote- To shut your eyes is to t...