Journal Topics (4/12-4/16)

**14 lines minimum this week!

Monday, April 12: How would you react if you won the lottery? What would you do?

Tuesday, April 13: Using one of the following character archetypes, write a short story or narrative:
a sailor, a wise old man or woman, a witch or enchantress, a prince or princess, a wicked stepmother or stepfather, a villain.

Wednesday, April 14: After reading John Updike's short story "A&P," do you think that this was an accurate portrayal of a typical teenage part-time job? Do you have a job? If so, describe it. If not, imagine what it would be like to work at wal-mart.

Thursday, April 15: What was your reaction to "Adventures of an Indian Princess?" What do you think is the primary theme/idea of the short story? Did you like it? Why/why not?

Friday, April 16: If you could have any superpower, what would you choose and why?

Journal Topics (4/6-4/9)

**12 lines minimum this week!

Tuesday, April 6:
Give a stylized account of something that you did over spring break.

Wednesday, April 7:
Is war ever justified? Do you know anyone (friend, family member) who has served in the military? How might that change your (or someone else's) opinion on the subject?

Thursday, April 8:
Have you ever had an experience that you could not easily describe to another person?

Friday, April 9:
If you were going on an extended trip (with a military platoon, joining the peace corps, stranded on an island), what three items would you carry with you? You may assume that you will be provided with food, water, weather-appropriate clothing, and camping/survival equipment.