Wednesday, July 18, 2007

Journal#13

We are going to watch a movie on Thursday. After we watch the movie, write a summary describing the main idea and some of the important details.

Journal#12

Today we talked about the three kinds of love (agape, phileo, eros). Write a paragraph explaining how these three kinds of love are diferent. What kind of relationship has which kind of love?

Journal#11

Recently, we talked about our dreams and our passions. One of my dreams has always been to visit the 7 continents. So far, I have been to North America, South America, Asia, and Europe. In August, I will get even closer to accomplishing my goal. I am visiting my good friend in London and then we are going to Morocco which is in Africa. In the next few years, I would like to go to Australia and Antartica!What dreams do you have? These may be funny or silly. They may be serious or even impossible. Make a list of 10 things you would like to accomplish (see, do, eat, climb, run, have, etc.) before you die.My list includes:1) Obtain a PhD2) Travel to the 7 continents3) Visit all 50 states (I have 7 more to go!)4) Get married5) Have children6) Own property7) Get a black belt in a martial art (I have a green belt in karate)8) Skydive (I did it for my 30th birthday!)9) Run a marathon10) Live a life that honors and glorifies God.

Wednesday, July 11, 2007

Journal Entry #10

We are going to the beach this Friday. Wait until after our trip to write this journal. If you aren't going to the beach, choose another great place to visit and write about that.Choose one of these topic sentences and write a complete paragraph.1) Corona Del Mar is a wonderful place for many reasons.2) Corona Del Mar is not a great place for several reasons
Corona beach is a wonderful place for many reasons. First, the sea is very beautiful . There are a lot of beach in California, but I think the Corona beach is the best. The water is clear , and we can see many fishes. Second,the view is wonderful. The sunset view and palm trees make a good combination. Finally, there are also a lot of children. They are very tiny and cute. For these reason,the Corona beach is a wonderful place.




Journal Entry #9

Who do you look up to? Write a paragraph about your hero. Be sure to included three supporting sentences explaining why this person is your hero. You should also include examples.

My hero is Ichiro. He is my hero for three reasons. The first reason is that he has a good ability. His baseball ability is top of the sporting world. The next reason is that he is a quick baseball player. Even though he is little bit older than other team member, he runs the fastest on the baseball team. Finally, his view of life is different from other people. He has a clear aim in his life. And he is achieving his aim gradually. Because of these reason, I look up to Ichiro.

Jurnal Entry #8

Do you think global warming is a serious threat to our enviroment? Write an academic paragraph with a good topic sentence and at least three supporting details.




I think global warming is a serious threat to our environment.First of all ,The climate in the world are gradually changing. For instanse ,it is decreasing the amount of annual snowfall in Japan because of it. The next reason is that global warming exterminate many animals. Animals in the North Pole face a exterminate crisis because it is said that the Arctic Ocean could be ice free in summer by 2050. Finally, rainfall is increasing recently. There are lot of heavy rain all over the world. So, we must change a light , recycle more and use less water. If we keep these rule,global warming will be relieved.

Journal Entry #7

Body language plays a significant role in communication. Make a list (at least 10) of the different types of body language and explain what they mean. For example, a smile means that a person is happy.

・frown---person who is angry
・tearful face---person who is sad
・peace---In Japan, people take the form of peace when they take a picture.
・beckon---person who want to come near by
・sulk---person who feels bad
・hold up ones thumb---means victory
・point at person---it is not good to point at person
・open eyes big---person who is surprize
・open mouse---person who feels sleepy
・slant head---person who don't understand

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Hi! This is Yuki.