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Weekly Assignments Due Date for assignments: November 5, 2018 (unless otherwise noted) Flipgrid Assignment 6: MEAT https://flipgrid.com/6da82ecc Flipgrid Assignment 7: Michigan Seasons (due date: November 12, 2018) https://flipgrid.com/44541edc Listening Response Journal (due date: December 3, 2018, 9:00 am, printed and turned in to me; worth 30 points): Note: This assignment is OPTIONAL but a good idea to complete if you would like to earn some extra points. If you do not complete it, it will NOT count against you. If you do complete this assignment, you MUST follow the directions carefully or you will not receive the full amount of points. You will keep a journal of things you listen to/watch outside of school. You must complete 6 different entries, and you will listen to 2 podcast episodes, watch 2 different TV series episodes, and watch 2 different movies/documentaries. You must watch/listen to something you have never seen/heard before. Make sure to get your choice approved (ask me by email or in person before you listen/watch). Listen/watch in English only. There are two parts to each entry: 1. Vocabulary-write down 8 new words/phrases from each entry you complete. Try to complete as much of the following information for each new word: New Word Part of Speech Word Family examples Definition Sentence you heard the word in 2. Response-Write your feelings about what you watched/listened to as it applies to your life and what you see around you on a daily basis. This should be at least 100 words of observations. Do not summarize the movie/tv show/podcast. Use these questions and others you come up with on your own to guide you: How did it make you feel? Was it funny/scary/interesting/etc.? Expla What did you like about it? Why? What did you dislike? Why? What was strange or different from your culture? Response/Review Writing Project-Some Helpful Notes: (taken from Sourcework, Great Writing 4 ) Three Characteristics of a Response Responses are subjective. This means you explain your opinion, perception, or insight about an idea or ideas in the text. Response vary in content. Here are several types of responses. ✓ Personal Experience-Write about an idea in the text that matches your own experience or reminds you of something you or someone you know has experienced. ✓ Application-Write about something that illustrates an idea in the text. This might be something you have read or heard that applies to or supports what the author has written. ✓ Agree/Disagree-Write about a point the author makes that you strongly agree or disagree with. In your response include an explanation of why you think this way. Responses vary in length. The length depends on such factors as the requirements of your assignment and the length of the original source. Two Techniques for Creating a Response: Have a written conversation with the writer. Look over your notes and choose one or two ideas you want to pursue further. Explain your response to the writer’s idea(s). Write your feelings about what you read to as it applies to your life and what you see around you on a daily basis. This should be in-depth, insightful observations and analysis. You do NOT have to pay for anything. There are plenty of free options available. Suggestions and where you might find them: (get an Amazon student account if you don’t have one! It’s a wonderful deal!): Podcast Series-can be found on their website, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, on Stitcher, or on Soundcloud Amazon Prime Series Netflix Series/Movies -Serial -Pop Culture Happy Hour -Code Switch -Invisibilia -Mystery Show -Levar Burton Reads -Voice of America Learning English -Mr. Robot -Veep -Mozart in the Jungle -Downton Abbey -The Newsroom -Transparent -Vikings -The Wire -Jessica Jones -Luke Cage -Stranger Things -Freaks and Geeks -What Happened Miss Simone? -Planet Earth -The Princess Bride -A Way with Words -Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day -That’s What They Say -1A -The Daily -Reply All -Heavyweight -Today, Explained -Science Vs. -Hidden Brain -Up First -All Things Considered -Star Talk -30 for 30 -Part-Time Genius -Teenager Therapy

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Mr. Robot Episode 1

New word	Gigabit
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Megabit, terabit
Definition	A unit of information equal to one thousand million (109) or (strictly) 230 bits.
Sentence you had the word in	I mean, you’re one of the few spots that has a fiber connection with gigabit speed

New word	Anonymous
Part of speech	Adjective
Word family example	Anonymity, Anonymize
Definition	unknown name or not identified by name
Sentence you had the word in	Pardon me? You’re using Tor networking to keep the servers anonymous.

New word	Sysadmin
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Sysadministrator
Definition	A system administrator
Sentence you had the word in	You know, you tell your sysadmin to take your servers down, wipe all the data

New word	Vigilante
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Vigilantion
Definition	A member self-appointed group of people who ensure law enforcement in their community without legal authority, typically because the legal agencies are thought to be inadequate.
Sentence you had the word in	But I’m only a vigilante hacker by night.

New word	Hoax
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Hoaxer
Definition	A malicious or humorous deception.
Sentence you had the word in	The world itself’s just one big hoax

New word	Sedated
Part of speech	Verb
Word family example	Sedative, sedate
Definition	Calm or make someone sleep by administering a drug
Sentence you had the word in	But because we wanna be sedated.

New word	Delusions
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Delude
Definition	An eccentric belief maintained despite being opposed by rational argument, characteristically as a sign of mental disorder.
Sentence you had the word in	When you hide, your delusions come back

New word	Morphine
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	–
Definition	An narcotic and analgesic drug from opium used medicinally to dismiss pain
Sentence you had the word in	The key to doing morphine without turning into a junkie is to limit yourself to 30 milligrams a day

Mr. Robort episode 1 is a great piece, the most interesting part being the fact that Elliot is a cyber-engineer during the day and a hacker at night. This has become the norm for many people who have been prompted to engage in other activities besides their main job(s) to meet their needs in the face of hard economic times. Besides the fact that I was able to relate the story’s theme to my own life, I found it particularly likeable because a young man in the caliber of Elliot could be approached by the leader of a very powerful underground global organization.

Vikings Episode 1

New word	Earl
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	–
Definition	A British nobleman in a higher position than a viscount but below a marquess
Sentence you had the word in	The earl will deal with some criminal offences And then, we’ll discuss the summer raids.

New word	Baltic
Part of speech	Adjective
Word family example	–
Definition	Relating to Baltic Sea or the area surrounding it.
Sentence you had the word in	He’ll send us to the east, As always, to the baltic lands

New word	Hound
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Hounding
Definition	A dog of a breed used for hunting, especially one able to track by scent
Sentence you had the word in	Out! I went to confess my love to her But I was set upon by a bear And an enormous hound who guarded her home

New word	Atoned
Part of speech	Verb
Word family example	Aton, atoning
Definition	Make reparation or amends.
Sentence you had the word in	This killing cannot be atoned for By compensating the victim’s family.

New word	Unanimous
Part of speech	Adjective
Word family example	Unanimously
Definition	Two or more people or groups fully in agreement
Sentence you had the word in	The decision must be unanimous.

New word	Fealty
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	–
Definition	Official acknowledgement of loyalty to another person
Sentence you had the word in	And do you freely give your fealty to me

New word	Hull
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Hulled, hulling
Definition	A hole that has pierced in a ship by a missile
Sentence you had the word in	The hull is deeper

New word	Deluded
Part of speech	Verb
Word family example	Delusion, delude.
Definition	Make someone believe something which is not true
Sentence you had the word in	But I tell you that I will not risk my ships Or my reputation On such a deluded fantasy

Episode one “Rites of Passage” is well-done but has weaknesses which are similar to other series openers. The world-building takes a lot of time same the introductions of characters and the subsequent progresses, which it makes it quite hard to fully engage and connect with the content of the first episode. In other words, Vikings is not totally fleshed out very well, however this is just one episode among many, and the performance for the rest of the season suggests a more realized and complete series than what is introduced in “Rites of Passage.” On the other hand, I like the cultural aspects of it which teaches me cultures of other places or regions.

Mozart in The Jungle

New word	Symphony
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	–
Definition	An orchestral interlude in a large-scale vocal work
Sentence you had the word in	They are the men and women of your symphony

New word	Oboist
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Oboe
Definition	A musician who plays the oboe or any oboe family instrument
Sentence you had the word in	I thought I knew every oboist in town

New word	Hooker
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Hook
Definition	A prostitute
Sentence you had the word in	Don’t treat me like a hooker

New word	Tranny
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Tran
Definition	A photographic transparency
Sentence you had the word in	How do I look? Tranny train wreck? No, you look fine

New word	Victrolas
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	–
Definition	A kind of gramophone instrument used in 1920s and 1930s.
Sentence you had the word in	Oh, fuck! That’s an antique! Most victrolas are antiques

New word	Antiques
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	–
Definition	Something that has high value because of its quality and age
Sentence you had the word in	Oh, fuck! That’s an antique! Most victrolas are antiques

New word	Wreck
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Wrecker, wrecking
Definition	Destruction of a ship
Sentence you had the word in	How do I look? Tranny train wreck? No, you look fine.

New word	Dynamic
Part of speech	Adjective
Word family example	Dynamo
Definition	Characterized by a constant change
Sentence you had the word in	Tchaikovsky’s desired dynamic shift from bars 27 to 34.

This episode by and large serves to show that behind-the-stage or off-stage events are equally captivating and exiting as the real performance on stage. A lesson from this is that what I do in private is equally as important as what I do in public, and I need to spice up both. From a musical point of view, this piece is great and entertaining, especially because the director has ensured the audience gets good music even when those playing it are doing any formal performance. Even more interesting is the manner in which music has been depicted as being an integral part of some characters, without which they are neither happy nor complete/satisfied.

Beasts of No Nation (2015)

New Word	Buffer
Part of Speech	Noun
Word Family Examples	Buffered, buffering
Definition	Anything which forms a barrier between incompatible or antagonistic people or things.
Sentence you heard the word in	They’ve entered the buffer zone

New Word	Faction
Part of Speech	Noun
Word Family Examples	–
Definition	A small and organized rebellious group
Sentence you heard the word in	Which faction do you fight for?

New Word	Ammunition
Part of Speech	Noun
Word Family Examples	–
Definition	Quantity or supply of bullets
Sentence you heard the word in	I carry ammunition all day.

New Word	Dominance
Part of Speech	Noun
Word Family Examples	Dominate, dominating
Definition	Influence and power over others
Sentence you heard the word in	to restore UPC dominance.

New Word	Invincible
Part of Speech	Adjective
Word Family Examples	Invincibility
Definition	Powerful to be defeated
Sentence you heard the word in	To the enemy, you are invincible

New Word	Fortified
Part of Speech	Verb
Word Family Examples	Fortifier, fortifiable
Definition	Provide with self-protective works as guard against attack
Sentence you heard the word in	You are fortified!

New Word	Embargo
Part of Speech	Noun
Word Family Examples	–
Definition	An authorized ban on commercial activity within a specific country
Sentence you heard the word in	despite the UN embargo

New Word	Formidable
Part of Speech	Adjective
Word Family Examples	Formidability
Definition	Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable
Sentence you heard the word in	a formidable soldier

Beasts of No Nation (2015) an American horror television series which was developed by and based on the comic book series by Robert Kirkman, Charlie Adlard, and Tony Moore. The movie motivated me, especially in the struggle of searching for drugs of epidemic diseases. While the movie is just seen as just a horror film, the aspects of looking for drugs in CDC in its first episode makes it one of the most educative TV series. That is why it is interesting. The movie is very scary. How people are killed is quite traumatizing. I disliked the pace of the movie, I feel it is too fast hence requires a lot of concentration. The death of several people is one of the most terrifying ordeal in my culture.

The Daily Podcast – What Facebook Knew and Tried to Hide

New word	Troll
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Trolled, trolling
Definition	An ugly cave-dwelling creature depicted as either a giant or a dwarf
Sentence you had the word in	Connected to Russia Troll firms

New word	Cybersecurity
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	–
Definition	The state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data
Sentence you had the word in	Cyber-security issues in the firm

New word	Dissimulating
Part of speech	Verb
Word family example	Dissimulate
Definition	Behaving so as to make it appear that something is the case when in fact it is not .
Sentence you had the word in	People dissimulating as if it never happened

New word	Asylum
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Political asylum
Definition	The protection granted by a state to someone who has left their home country as a political refugee (Dictionary, 2008).
Sentence you had the word in	Is the president undermining the original concept of asylum

New word	Disclosure
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Disclose
Definition	The action of making new or secret information known.
Sentence you had the word in	He urged for more disclosure of Russian Activities

New word	Scandal
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Scandalize, scandalized
Definition	An action regarded as morally wrong and creating public outrage
Sentence you had the word in	One of the biggest scandal of the company

New word	buzzsaw
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Circular saw
Definition	A buzzsaw is an electric saw consisting of a round metal disk with a sharp serrated edge (Dictionary, 2008).
Sentence you had the word in	He was also walking in this kind of buzzsaw

The podcast is about the recent allegation that Facebook influenced the US election. This is a sad story if by any case it is true since according the video there is no tangible evidence that can prove the allegations. It is sad that Facebook CEO does not know what is happening in the company but talks about the firm each and every time. I do not like anything in the video since both parties have not put any evidence to make the video an informative piece. It keeps on repeating what the CEO had said hence no other proper clarification has been brought forward.

Podcast: Star Talk

Star Talk, Steroids with Neil deGrasse Tyson | Wheel of Science

New word	Asteroids
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Asteroid
Definition	A small rocky body orbiting the sun. Large numbers of these, ranging enormously in size, are found between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter, though some have more eccentric orbits.
Sentence you had the word in	This week on Wheel of Science, we’re talking “Asteroids”.

New word	Fantasies
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Fantasize, Fantasy
Definition	The faculty or activity of imagining impossible or improbable things.
Sentence you had the word in	Let’s not get into your fantasies.

New word	Deflecting
Part of speech	Verb
Word family example	Deflect, deflection
Definition	cause (something) to change direction; turn aside from a straight course.
Sentence you had the word in	…Slowly deflecting, out of harm’s way.

New word	Diameter
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Diammeters
Definition	a straight line passing from side to side through the centre of a body or figure, especially a circle or sphere.
Sentence you had the word in	You have to deflect it the entire diameter of the earth…

New word	Collision
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example	Collide
Definition	An instance of one moving object or person striking violently against another.
Sentence you had the word in	You have to deflect it the entire diameter of the earth to avoid collision.

New word	Accomplish
Part of speech	Verb
Word family example	Accomplished, Accomplishment
Definition	Achieve or complete successfully
Sentence you had the word in	What would you actually have to take out there to accomplish it?

New word	Gravity
Part of speech	Noun
Word family example
Definition	the force that attracts a body towards the centre of the earth, or towards any other physical body having mass
Sentence you had the word in	The gravity is gonna want to return it to the earth

The Star Talk, Steroids with Neil deGrasse Tyson | Wheel of Science is an informative piece the gives an explanation of the asteroids. It explains the manner in which an asteroid orbits the sun, and how gravitational pull diverts to so that it does not hit the sun directly. Neil, the speaker explains that Asteroids are left over from the formation of our solar system. The video is important to me since it has informed me that the solar system began about 4.6 billion years ago when a big cloud of gas and dust collapsed. When this happened, most of the material fell to the center of the cloud and formed the sun. What I wished the video would have included is a concise narration of how asteroids came into being.

I find it interesting that some of the condensing dust in the cloud became planets. The objects in the asteroid belt never had the chance to be incorporated into planets. They are leftovers from that time long ago when planets formed. The speaker finishes off by saying that astronomers are constantly looking into the possibility of such a danger as an asteroid hitting the sun occurring.

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