Characters:
· Ms. Jones- About 5’4, quiet and subtle with a lot going on in her mind. Focuses rarely do the mixture of thoughts and emotions in her mind. She possesses eyes that are like a sea of coal but when set on you penetrate to the deepest point.
Sam- independent women who feels strongly on certain topics and is not afraid to speak her mind. Though she is the daughter of Ms. Jones she possesses her own qualities such as her ability to never be outspoken. Short, pretty and knowing.
Hassan- Quiet being who rarely ever shows his emotions. Has a constant fear of show others he has weak points. Short, dark, but controlling. Possesses and angry side bigger than he himself.
New New- Young pretty girl who is not afraid to express herself no matter how horrible. She is the twin to her brother Dre but never admits it. Not the brightest of people but definitely the most interesting.
Dre- Twin of New New but her complete opposite. Considered the baby boy genius. Loves school and would choose a book over television. Very open with feelings but stubborn all the more.
Rica- Smart, intelligent, cute teenager who seems to have the worlds issues on her shoulder. Outspoken but never afraid to tell how she feels. Often speaks her mind when it is best to just let some things go.
Stage Directions:
A cold kitchen with a lot going on. Sam multi-tasking with her computer and her phone. Hassan indulged in the television along with New New. Dre reading a book at the Dinner table while Rica sits next to him studying. Ms. Jones eating alone in a corner with the phone glued to her ear intent with her conversation. All lights on so it seems bright with the television’s constant glow providing a little extra. One formal dining table, a small table and 6 chairs. Yellow kitchen walls with a white stove, refrigerator, microwave, and toaster oven. Sliding door next to exit to get outside. Yellow curtains with many fruit components.
Dialogue;
Ms.Jones-(phone rings and she answers) Hello……….yes……….okay…...I’ll talk with him.
Rica- Uh-Oh who is it this time. (waiting intently to see if she is in trouble0
Ms. Jones- What is the point in doing your homework and never turning it in?
Dre- (looking puzzled while everyone stares at him) I don’t know sometimes I forget.
Hassan- Well in my school homework is not graded so I don’t usually do it or think I should have to.
Rica- Well you should(sarcasm) but I do agree I don’t think it should be done.
Sam- Well even if it is not required it should be done because it is extra practice and can make or break what you learn. Education is more important than you make it out to be. It is everything so from now on you do all homework. Did you understand( not waiting for and answer)…Well I know you do so do it.
Hassan- Okay but it is still kind of dumb.
New New- I turn mine in ( knowing she never really did the assignment but copied.)
Dre- Yes mam
Ms. Jones- If you grew up in a third world country you would appreciate it more. (End of conversation.)
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Huck Essay Prompt
Though many people have opinions on Hucks’ ability to make his schemes as visual and intriguing as Tom Sawyer I believe that at times Huck is just as skilled as Tom and at other times he is more realistic in his schemes thus making them less interesting and fascinating.
One way in which Huck is able to outdo Tom is when he fakes his own death. Though Huck uses Tom as a sort of leader in his plot he seems to still outdo Tom in detail and persecution of his scheme. He thinks outside of the “box” that Tom has created such as when he uses the pig as his own blood, or when he hides the saw that he uses to get away quickly and efficiently.
Yes Huck is able to outdo Tom at times but this also works vice versa. When Huck assists Tom’s help in the freeing of Jim Tom is able to make the scheme more interesting thus keeping the reader intrigued in the story. While Huck’s mentor seems to be Tom it seems that Tom’s mentor is adventure books. One thing that differentiates Tom from Huck is his focus on making his schemes difficult to a certain sense.
Both Huck and Tom have times in which they seem to be equal with one another also. An example of this is when Huck pretends to be Tom and when Tom pretends to be Sid. They equally pull of this scheme in order to get the job done due to the necessity to stay under cover.
Though Hucks’ ability to portray schemes as well as Tom is controversial I believe that Huck is equal to, beneath him, and greater than him at times.
One way in which Huck is able to outdo Tom is when he fakes his own death. Though Huck uses Tom as a sort of leader in his plot he seems to still outdo Tom in detail and persecution of his scheme. He thinks outside of the “box” that Tom has created such as when he uses the pig as his own blood, or when he hides the saw that he uses to get away quickly and efficiently.
Yes Huck is able to outdo Tom at times but this also works vice versa. When Huck assists Tom’s help in the freeing of Jim Tom is able to make the scheme more interesting thus keeping the reader intrigued in the story. While Huck’s mentor seems to be Tom it seems that Tom’s mentor is adventure books. One thing that differentiates Tom from Huck is his focus on making his schemes difficult to a certain sense.
Both Huck and Tom have times in which they seem to be equal with one another also. An example of this is when Huck pretends to be Tom and when Tom pretends to be Sid. They equally pull of this scheme in order to get the job done due to the necessity to stay under cover.
Though Hucks’ ability to portray schemes as well as Tom is controversial I believe that Huck is equal to, beneath him, and greater than him at times.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Life
“Life is the same way for everyone. If you do good things it does not matter and if you do bad things it doesn’t matter. Your conscience does not matter” This is a quote that Huck Finn uses in his book that I do not necessarily agree with because of the fact that it is plain out wrong. This quote in my opinion can not be justified to be moral in any way.
Some ways in which Huck’s conscience influences his behavior is the whole slavery issue that the book is based on, stealing small items, and lying. Huck sees that Jim is a slave but decides to help him escape for freedom because he sees that it is wrong. Also Huck steals watermelons and other items a lot and calls it borrowing because of his naivety. He later sees that it is wrong and stops. Lastly Huck used to tell a lie all, the time that was until it was brought to his attention that that was wrong and now he only lies when necessary.
One time in which my conscience has gotten he best of me was when there was a fight between two people one of which was my friends. I knew that it would be wrong to jump in and help but I wanted to help a friend. I automatically got involved but due to the constant nagging of my conscience I decided not to get involved it was better for me because of the fact that I avoided a suspension and other problems.
Some ways in which Huck’s conscience influences his behavior is the whole slavery issue that the book is based on, stealing small items, and lying. Huck sees that Jim is a slave but decides to help him escape for freedom because he sees that it is wrong. Also Huck steals watermelons and other items a lot and calls it borrowing because of his naivety. He later sees that it is wrong and stops. Lastly Huck used to tell a lie all, the time that was until it was brought to his attention that that was wrong and now he only lies when necessary.
One time in which my conscience has gotten he best of me was when there was a fight between two people one of which was my friends. I knew that it would be wrong to jump in and help but I wanted to help a friend. I automatically got involved but due to the constant nagging of my conscience I decided not to get involved it was better for me because of the fact that I avoided a suspension and other problems.
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