Reflection #4

  Today in class we took a test. On the test we were given passages on claims and evidence and had to write a paragraph on claims and evidence. The first story I read was mainly about gender roles. The second passage was about a Asian-American who played basketball in the NBA. Although it wasn’t a part of his culture he still succeeded. When I wrote my paragraph it was a little confusing because I couldn’t real have evidence to back up my claim on being a individual. Hopefully I will get better at writing more paragraphs.

Mother Tongue Reflection #3

 Today in class I was absent. However, I went online and read “Mothers Tongue” by Amy Tan.  Amy Tan is an Asian-American whose work mainly focused relationships between a mother and daughter. She grew up with her Chinese mother who spoke English that was difficult for people to understand. In the article she stated how her background affected her life, her education, and brought her shame, but she learned to embrace her background. 

Reflection #2 All About the Commas

Today in class we mainly focused on how to use commas usage, most of the class did not know how to use them. We also took notes and learned the eight rules of using commas. Most people think commas are the easiest thing in the world, until they realize how commas can easily be misinterpreted. I also learned the difference between short works and long works. Honestly, I didn't know short works and long works exist. We took notes on quotations and underlying for titles, I learned that in hand writing you underline and when typing you use italics. Overall, I had an easy day even though it felt like below temperature in the room. 

Reflection #1

 Today in class I learned that I most definitely like finding claims and evidence. At first it was confusing because I would find claims and not have evidence to back them up. We also read a essay on “Myths of Latina Women”. The essay was based on racist stereotypes that she has encountered in her life.  I learn that you can not judge any race by what you hear. We may have different religions, beliefs, languages, and skin tone, but we are all one human race. No matter how powerful you thing you are we are all equal. Close to the end of the class I wrote two paragraphs about me judging someone basic on what I hear and can society live without judgement. In my opinion, no one like feeling judged. People should be able to live freely without worrying about being judged.