Chingiz's English Blog

 The part that required the most thought was choosing which details about the character were most important to include. I had to think about the character’s actions, personality, and how those details connect to the story. I also chose images and a simple slide design that matched the character and made the information easy to understand. These choices helped me explain my ideas clearly instead of just putting a lot of text on each slide. Today in class we worked on the powerpoint the whole class.

 Yes, I think creating a presentation helps me understand a story and its characters better than a traditional worksheet. A presentation makes me look more closely at the character’s actions, personality, and important details from the story. It also helps me organize the information in a more visual and interesting way. Because of that, I remember the character and the story better. Today in class we worked on the powerpoint for the whole class

 One time helping someone else made a difference in my own life was when I worked at a tennis camp and helped younger kids improve their skills. At first, I thought I was mainly there to teach them, but I realized that helping them become more confident also made me more patient and responsible. Seeing how excited they were when they finally learned something new showed me how much encouragement can affect someone. That experience changed my perspective because I learned that helping another person can also help you grow as a person. Today in class we started to fill out our 3 character sheets.

At first, I might judge someone based on how they look or act, but later realize I was wrong after getting to know them better. My first impression of Mr. Shiflet is that he seems mysterious and a little suspicious. He asks strange questions and seems very interested in the old car even though he claims he does not care about money. His actions make me feel like he may have a hidden reason for staying with Mrs. Crater and Lucynell. Today in class we worked on reading the story.

Three things someone might find in my trash today are a gatorade , a crumpled school worksheet, and a protein bar wrapper . The sports drink bottle would show that I am active and spend a lot of time playing sports or working out. The school worksheet would reveal that school is a big part of my life right now and that I am focused on keeping up with my classes and preparing for college. The protein bar wrapper would show that I am usually busy and like quick snacks, especially when I am going between school, the gym, and other activities. Today in class we finished up the project planning sheet and added all 10 song titles and artists to it.

I would describe myself as hardworking, social, and determined. My speech shows that I am usually relaxed and friendly because I like joking around and talking with my friends, but I can also be serious when something is important. My thoughts show that I care a lot about my future because I think about college, school, and ways I can improve myself. My effect on others is that I try to make people feel comfortable and included, especially when I am around friends or helping younger kids. My actions probably reveal the most about me because I work hard in school, play sports, go to the gym, and have worked at tennis camps helping kids improve their game. My looks also show that I care about presenting myself well and staying active. Today in class we began answering the project planning sheet.

 Yes I have felt that with my brother. When my parents get mad at someone its always me because I am older even though most of the time its him starting or causing the argument. This makes me mad as I should not be the one getting in trouble but because I am older I do. Food causes the disagreement most of the time as either he doesn't want to share or I don't want to share. Today in class we worked on questions about our reading.

  A time where temptation caused me to ignore a warning is when I cross the street and jaywalk even though I know its wrong. Some places are just easier accessible by walking across like where I work and sometimes I do it even though I know its wrong. One time a police officer yelled and saw me do it and I learned not to do it again so I don't get in trouble. Today in class we worked on reading listening to a story.

 My experience with Covid wasn't too bad actually, but going remote was hard to get accustomed to. Everyone was not sure on what would happen next, and living a day by day life was the way to go. Finally it got better and we were able to do normal things again like go to school, and hang out with friends. Americans after 9/11 were dealing with the same thing as they didn't know what was going to happen the next day. They knew they needed to strengthen security so it wouldn't happen again. Today in class we took the test about the story.

 People have such a hard time dealing with loss or change because they do not know what will come next. For example with change you like to eat the same foods because you know you enjoy them and you don't know what will happen when you try something else. Uncertainty is a huge factor in this. Loss as well, when you lose something or someone then your life will be different as you don't have it anymore. This connects well with how Emily struggles to let go. Today in class we worked on finishing the rest of the story and kept analyzing it.

 The country of Georgia holds a special place for me because I had a lot of new experiences there. For example, I tried Georgian food which was awesome, going out with my friends was fun, and just seeing the beauty. I had some of my best memories when we were walking around late at night just exploring the city and seeing cool sights. This place represents change for me as it influenced my growth a lot. I will never forget you, Georgia.  Today in class we worked on analyzing the first 2 sections of the story. 

 One big experience in my life to remind me that time moves quickly is my first 3 years of high school because now it doesn't even feel real that I'm a senior and I went through them. Its hard to imagine that in another 4 years I'll be almost at the end of my journey in college. Then I have to be an adult and get a life which will come sooner than expected. Now, I value most moments that I have and know I will miss them. Whenever I am in a great moment I take a second to think about that and keep enjoying it. Today in class we read "Because I could not stop for Death" and are doing a creative assignment on it.

A time when I felt like I belonged is when I joined my tennis team at an academy. At first I felt akward as I didn't know about it and then I started adjusting to it and it became more comfortable. Slowly I felt like a family with this team, over years of course, and it really was fun for me. That feeling came to be with people always encouraging me and trying to get me better, as well as the coaches supporting and helping me throughout the process.

 One fear that I have overcome is the fear of heights. As a kid I really did not like heights and was scared of them but as I grew older I became more accustomed to them. For example when I went on roller coaster that's one thing that helped my fear out and now I love roller coasters. I also have traveled to cool places in the mountains which is pretty high up so I have gotten pretty used to heights.

 One word I use a lot right now is the word "bro." Bro means brother, and it is a form of calling someone. It has became a part of my every day language just because of that's what's popular right now. I typically use it when I talk to a friend or refer to someone. It is apart of my every day speech. In class today we had to answer some questions about the theme topic and analyze different quotes.