The Lottery For Portias Hand In Marriage

28/02/2018

1. We have watched racial and religious tensions at work in A1S3. The Prince of Morocco opens A2S1 with another sensitive issue. What is it?
Racism
The shadowed livery of the burnished sun. (His skin colour was brown)

2. If Antonio loses his gamble, he must forfeit a pound of flesh. What do Portia's suitors give up if they fail to win her?
The freedom to marry anyone else. (And either not attempt to choose at all, or swear before you choose, if you choose wrong, Never speak to lady afterward. In way of marriage: therefore be advis'd.)

3. Shylock practices 'usury', what is it? The practice of lending money at unreasonably high rates of interest.

4. Why do Shylock and Antonio hate each other?
They have different values and religions. Shylock hates Antonio because he bullies him in the streets.
They both disagree with each other's ways of how they lend money.

5. What is Portia's opinion on of the Prince of Morocco? - give examples.
Portia doesn't care about him. She isn't sure that he actually loves her.
She has no say who she is going to marry.
















REligion values, Bully

Family Crest Social Studies

27/02/2018

The two fish on the top left is the Star sign for Pisces

Below it is the symbol

Most of my family is has Pisces as their star sign.

The Black tree is a symbol of nature and a whole load of friends and family.

We love to go camping and spending time with our family.

Music Note:

We enjoy listening to music as well as playing instruments.

New Zealand:

The Money lender Jew (Shakespeare)

21/02/2018
Act One, Scene Three:

1. Shylock is a money lender. Does he seem eager to do business with Bassanio? How do you know?
No, because he is sure that Antonio won't get his money in time.

2. Which does Shylock think is safe, his business or Antonio's? Why?
His own business. This is because Antonio has ships are out at sea with all his money. Shylock is unsure that Antonio will get his money in time.

3. Why doesn't Shylock want to dine with Bassanio and Antonio?
Shylock doesn't want to dine with them because of his religion. They are known as enemies.

4. What strict principal of his is Antonio breaking to help Bassanio?

5. Shylock tells a bible story to prove that the taking of profit is blessed, as long as thieving Is not involved. Does he convince Antonio? Give evidence?

6.Shylock accuses Antonio of a whole catalog of nastiness. How does Antonio answer the charges?

7. How does Bassanio react to the proposed bond?
Bassanio thinks that Antonio shouldn't do the bond. He says that he doesn't need to do that for him.

Home Ec Savoury Bread Cases Practical

Finding our equipment was quite tough. It was hard working in an unknown space.

Our teamwork went quite well. We managed to help each other out to get the work done quicker.

a. What is Bacteria?

B. Bacteria needs Food, Oxygen, Moisture, Temperature, Time, Sunlight.

C. Give 3 examples of how we avoid spreading bacteria?

1. Using different chopping boards from the meat.

2. Layer your fridge so the meat is at the bottom.

3. Wash your hand and tie up your hair.

4. Clean/wipe down your benches/ stovetops.

D. 

Cross Contamination means when you keep your raw meat/ chicken to close to other food. This can affect your health. When you eat it you can get a tummy bug and get sick.

The Merchant of Venice (Shakespeare)

15/02/2018
Act One, Scene One:

1. Antonio is depressed without knowing what two possible reasons do his friends suggest.
His ships have yet to return. It is said in the book that they have gone missing which could mean they have sunken.
He's in love

2. Do you think Gratiano's contributions help Antonio's mood?
No. Gratiano just seems to annoy Antonio by asking a whole load of questions about the two reasons why he is depressed.

3. What are your first impressions of Bassanio?
Bassanio is a friendly good looking man. He is poor and bearly has any money. Bassanio is in love with Portia. To impress Portia he needs money.

4. Is he in Love?
I believe that Bassanio is in love. Which is why he needs the money to impress Portia.

5. Why does he need to borrow money again now?
He needs the money to impress Portia. Portia has a whole load of rich Suitors. This is why Bassanio needs the money so he can stand out.

17/02/2018
Act One, Scene Two:

6. How do Portia's first words compare with Antonio's?

7. What is the reason for her mood?
She doesn't like any of her suitors, and she's being forced to marry one. She doesn't like any of them.

8.  Do you think Nerissa is a help to her?
Yes. She's been giving Portia advice on what to do.

9. Sum up, in a word or a short phrase, Portia's attitude to her suitors so far?
Snarky, Salty, Sassy

The Merchant Of Venice (Shakespeare)

12/02/2018

What I think is going to happen in the story:

I imagine there will be a whole load of frustration when Antonio tries to find a way to pay back Sherlock. 

I'm interested in learning about why Sherlock asked for a pound of flesh.

Something that I would find difficult in Shakespeare is most likely understanding the sentences and words they use in the story.

Musical Theatre

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4E5Sc0G7w90

1. What does live performance mean?

A live performance is when a video is being recorded as you are watching. Which means they can't edit the video.

2. What could go wrong in a live performance?

Wrong actions Forgot lines, fall over, Mumble, stuttering, go off key, mess up of the gymnastic parts

3.What did you like about this performance? Write more than one point if you like!
I like how they designed the background. I loved the costumes they picked out, They were all bright and colourful.

Hairspray

I like the music in this musical, It's very catchy. 

The Heart In The Bottle

5/2/2018

The book was about a girl. She loved nature. Her father (or Granddad) would always go with her. Until he passed away. She decided to hide her feelings and her heart in a bottle, she would wear it around her neck everywhere she would go. She found it hard to let go of her past. So she didn't go out anymore. She became anti-social, depressed, and not being curious anymore. Every day the bottle got heavier and heavier. Until she decided to let her heart free. But she forgot how. Until she met a little girl. She was a reflection of when she was a child. The little girl was curious about the ocean and nature. The girl helped her let go of her feelings. They became friends and shared their passion together.

I would recommend this book if you would like a challenge. I if full of hidden messages that you must find yourself. This book makes you think out of the box.

The main part of the story was about the girl's curiosity.
Curiosity helps open your mind and explore new things.