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Political cartoons often use exaggeration and symbolism to make a point, and they can also serve as important visual sources for analysis. What is being criticized in this image? What does this source suggest about the issue, and what does the cartoonist want the audience to question or reconsider?

 Prompt: Trump's presidency is being criticized in this image. The author wants the audience to consider how Trump is trying to distract the public from problematic domestic issues. The war on Iran is causing the attention of many to be shifted. Summary: Today we worked on our project. Reflection: I learned about researching.
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Think about how you have searched for information in the past compared to what you practiced today. How is creating specific search phrases different from just “Googling” a topic? Explain how this strategy will improve the quality of your research.

 Prompt: I think that creating specific research phrases is different from just Googling because when I Google I typically ask a question. When creating research phrases I am mainly just writing down the words that I want to appear. I also think that using Google is a lot more streamlined and east to use. Summary: Today we worked on our research project. Reflection: I learned about researching.
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Your research question is designed to explore a complex issue. What makes this topic difficult to answer or solve? Identify at least two different perspectives or factors related to your topic and explain why understanding multiple viewpoints is important.

 Prompt: This topic can be difficult to answer because plastic surgery is used for many reasons. Some people get plastic surgery for cosmetic reasons, which can be argued for or against. But plastic surgery can also be done for health reasons, which is objectively a good thing. Some people say that plastic surgery for cosmetic reasons is a bad thing, while others day it is a good thing because it improves quality of life. Summary: Today we worked on our project. Reflection: I learned about researching.
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Reflect on your past experiences with research in school. What challenges have you faced when working independently or in a group, and how did you handle them? Explain how those experiences will influence the way you approach this current research project.

 Prompt: Sometimes when I work within a group I get paired with people who do not do as much work. Either they do not do their work or their work is sub-par. Typically I deal with this by just doing the work they were assigned or by redoing it for them. Summary: Today we started our projects. Reflection: I learned about researching.
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If you could plan the perfect spring break with no limitation, money, time, or responsibilities—what would it look like? Where would you go, who would you bring, and what would you do?

 Prompt: The perfect spring break would be to reside in a lavish beachside home with endless amenities. My friends would also stay in separate houses next door. I would honestly just spend lots of time relaxing and lazing about, but I would also like to go out on occasion. Summary: Today we did a Commonlit. Reflection: The Commonlit made me think about college.
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McCandless set out to live independently in the wilderness, but his death reveals the harsh reality of nature and survival. In your blog post, analyze how his desire for independence contributed to his death. Then, connect this idea to your own life by explaining a time when you wanted complete independence or control over a situation. Did things go as planned, or did you face unexpected challenges?

Prompt: Chris's desire for independence got him killed because it ultimately led to him being secluded, away from those who may be able to help him. A time that I wanted to be independent is a current dilemma. I honestly think I might want to go straight into the workforce after high school rather than pursuing college. I do not know the outcome of this yet. Summary: Today we read the last chapter. Reflection: I finished the story.
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How does watching the film version of Into the Wild change or deepen your understanding of Chris McCandless compared to reading the book? In your response, explain one key difference in how his character or experiences are presented, and connect this to a time when seeing something visually changed your understanding of a situation.

 The movie helps me see McCandless from a more grounded perspective. The movie makes Chris's actions seem more bizarre compared to just reading about them. It causes the audience to feel more concerned based off of his actions. Summary: Today we watched the film. Reflection: I saw Chris in a new light.
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