This year has definitely been a change from the past three years of junior high. Certain aspects of high school that I like better, and some not so much. Since I have completed one semester of high school, it is safe to say that we are allowed more freedom here. Most of the teachers are more laid back, probably because we, or at least most of us, are more mature. The homework is not as bad as many alumni made it out to be. I'm not saying high school is easy by any means, but the homework is not absolutely impossible. Another thing I found that I liked more in high school, than in junior high was that there are tons more organizations students can be a part of.
On the downside of high school life, I am still a little jealous that the seniors get open campus and the juniors and sophomores do not. I understand the reasons why we are not allowed, so it will be so much better when I am a senior. Also, back to the homework, it is not the material that is hard, but the amount of homework we are assigned. Once again I ask, why do teachers encourage us to join extracurricular activities, yet load us with homework every night and on weekends? It is a question i may never understand. Overall high school all that I expected it to be, and I like it.
Friday, December 12, 2008
Fate & Superstition
In Julius Caesar, fate and superstition played a critical role in everyday life of the Romans. They believed that the Gods controlled their fates, and that whatever was meant to happen to them would. The people of Rome knew that fate sealed their destiny.
Another aspect of life they clearly believed in was superstition. Soothsayers were never doubted and could always be counted on to provide the public with omens if they saw them. An example of a prophecy in the play was when the man told Caesar to be "beware of the ides of March." Other omens were the storms, the owl in daylight, and the lion in the city. Another great example of supernatural events was when Caesar's ghost appeared to Brutus and warned him of his demise. Clearly Shakespeare used fate and superstition as a key element in his plays.
Another aspect of life they clearly believed in was superstition. Soothsayers were never doubted and could always be counted on to provide the public with omens if they saw them. An example of a prophecy in the play was when the man told Caesar to be "beware of the ides of March." Other omens were the storms, the owl in daylight, and the lion in the city. Another great example of supernatural events was when Caesar's ghost appeared to Brutus and warned him of his demise. Clearly Shakespeare used fate and superstition as a key element in his plays.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Leadership
In the tragedy, Julius Caesar, leadership is the theme. Julius Caesar, the Emperor of Rome, is thought to be too powerful and his fellow politicians conspired to assassinate him. Many people thought he was a great leader, although others did not agree and thought he would abuse his power.
In relation to this play, people in today's world have mixed emotions about our nation's President-Elect, Barack Obama. Millions of citizens, wishing for change in the U.S.A., think he will be great, and others believe he lacks the experience to lead our nation. Regardless of your personal views on him, we can only hope he changes our country for the better.
In relation to this play, people in today's world have mixed emotions about our nation's President-Elect, Barack Obama. Millions of citizens, wishing for change in the U.S.A., think he will be great, and others believe he lacks the experience to lead our nation. Regardless of your personal views on him, we can only hope he changes our country for the better.
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