VALUE OF LEARNING/VALUE OF LIFE

       This week I'm going to begin and complete my Literature Analysis 3, which is due Friday. It shouldn't be too hard since I already finished reading the book. Then I'm going study this weeks vocabulary, because on Friday I will be given a vocabulary exam. I have a pretty busy week and the assignments I've just mentioned are only for this class, I still have a lot of other assignments in other classes that are due this week.

Literature Analysis

Literature Analysis

Topics and/or Events:

1.       My book was about the experiences two people had when they were in the United States of America was involved in the Vietnam War. The story is written in two perspectives. On perspective is told by a male and what he faced in the horrific war and the perspective is told by a girl who participated in the war as a nurse. The book described how it was like to be a nurse at that time, which was to try to save as many dying people possible. It described how gruesome it was to see libs ripped apart. The book also described how it was in the battlefield. How it felt to know that your life was at stake and every action you make will affect your life tremendously.

2.       I think the author wrote about these people and the events they participated in was to appreciate all those people who died in the Vietnam War and to appreciate their sacrifice.

3.       I honesty just chose the book randomly from the Rigehtti’s library. What caught my attention was that book spoke about the Vietnam War. It describe how it was for people to be involved with the war.

4.       Yes the book was very realistic. It’s a wakeup call to the reality of war. It helped me realize how much our heroes sacrifice from their daily lives just to defend the country and the freedom of the people.

People:

1.       Like I stated earlier I think the author chose to right about these two heroes to describe how they contributed to the Vietnam War and the challenges the war had.

2.       The book doesn’t give names, but it states that it describes how men, such as sergeant, treated the other men on the battlefield and they’d even treat them like shit off the battlefield. There were men including one of the main characters who would stay up every night and get no sleep because they were so afraid of getting ambushed and dying in their sleep. To make these characters seem nonfiction I would use direct characterization.

3.       I think it’s interesting to write about these people because growing up they didn’t have to struggle and they didn’t know what the definition of war meant until they joined the military.

1.       One example of indirect characterization is when he says “Shit, if my folks had to send their poodle they’re shed more tears than to send me” he is inferring that his parents doesn’t care about him and what he does very much. Another example is “I tried to be invisible most of the time at camp” you can infer that he’s trying to say that he doesn’t like to be heard or noticed. An example of direct characterization is when the author says “I was young, stupid and ignorant, along with all the other clowns. Another example is when the author says “I came from San Jose, California.”

2.       Yes the Author does show change in the characters. At first they both wanted to go on this quest into the military to see and experience different and new things, but when reality struck them from being in the war for years they transformed into emotionless people trying to everything to survive and it even gets to the point where they don’t care if they survive or not anymore.

3.       The author uses the events going on in the story to create the mood and tone. For example, when one of the bases was under attack and slaughtering all but one person in the department set the story to a very depressing mood/tone.

4.       The author didn’t think that war was necessary and wished that there wasn’t a war against the Vietnamese people so he wouldn’t have to be involved in a war.

5.       The author didn’t use any documents to support his views of what happened during the Vietnam War.

Style:

1.       The author used a journalistic style writing. He described his journey in chronological order.  He also used foreshadowing when he stated he didn’t know what he was getting himself into before going into the war, which gives the reader a hint that he’s going to have a rough time at the war.

2.       The author focuses on action and dialogue. Because he does this, it kind of gives the reader a glimpse as to how it was like for the people who suffered and died for freedom.

3.       The author describes the action that’s taking place in the brutal Vietnam War to set a tone and mood in the story. He also uses the main character’s thoughts and dialogues heard.

4.       I think the author’s attitude towards the Vietnam War at first was seen as war in the movies when the victor is a hero, but then later found out that war nothing near being like that. Nothing positive comes from war.

5.       The author used historical documents and it didn’t really matter to me

Enduring Memory:

                I learned to make sure you have all the details and information about the event you want to participate in before committing to it, because once you commit to it then there’s no going back. I’ve also learned to embrace life as it is even when times are hard, because I have it ten times better than soldiers putting their life’s at risk.

VOCABULARY #7

1.       Cursory-(Adjective) Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed: A cursory glance att the figures.

2.       Impetus-(Noun) The force or energy with which a body moves: Hit the booster coil before the flywheel loses all its impetus.

3.       Pinnacle-(Noun) The most successful point; the culmination: He had reached the pinnacle of his career.

4.       Contumely-(Noun) Insolent or insulting language or treatment: The church should not be exposed to gossip and contumely.

5.       Bereavement-(Verb) be deprived of a loved one through a profound absence, esp. due to the loved one’s death: The year after they had been bereaved.

6.       Cache-(Noun) a collection of items of the same type stored in a hidden or inaccessible place: An arms cache.

7.       Consummation-(Noun) the point at which something is complete or finalized: The consummation of a sale.

8.       Calamity-(Noun) An event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster: The fire was the latest calamity to strike the area.

9.       Ubiquitous-(Adjective) Present, appearing, or found everywhere: His ubiquitous influence was felt by all the family.

10.   Fortitude-(Noun) Courage in pain or adversity: She endured her illness with f=great fortitude.

11.   Nonchalant-(Adjective) Feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm.

12.   Affect-(Verb) Make a difference: The dampness began to affect me health.

13.   Effect-(Noun) A change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause: The lethal effects of hard drugs are bad.

14.   Misappropriate-(Verb) Dishonestly or unfairly take for one’s own use: Department officials has misappropriate funds.

15.   Pragmatic-(Adjective) Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretically consideration: A pragmatic approach to politics.

16.   Metacognition-(Noun) Awareness and understanding of one’s own thought process: While sitting on my desk metacognition struck me and I answered the question correctly.

17.   Devoutly-(Adjective) Having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment: She was a devout catholic.

18.   Avarice-(Noun) Extreme greed for wealth or material gain: A lot of rich people have avarice.

19.   Fortify-(Verb) Strengthen with defensive works so as to protect it against attack: The whole town as heavily fortified.

20.   Erratic-(Adjective) Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable: Her breathing was erratic.

MY VALUE

  I think my life has more value than what I give it credit for. I can't really say what value or impact my life has on the world. I'm one person out of what seems to be an infinite amount of people. My actions won't affect a lot of peoples lives but a few of them. An addition to that my life has barely begun and I'm in the stage where I'm discovering myself. None the less I feel like I do have something valuable to offer the world, I just haven't found out what it is exactly.

THE VALUE OF CHOICE

A) I think I'd like to focus on the ideas of reading and post reading. It's a great way of understanding what you're reading and/or why you've just read. Especially for a person like myself who isn't the strongest reader and interpreter.
B) I would like to acquire the skill to read and perfectly analyze a book to its meaning.

NetVibes

Netvibes is a website that provides shortcuts to your favorite websites. It makes searching the internet easy and fun. It's a great way to manage time and to stay organized. I don't know if you're reading this, but thank you Dr. Preston for introducing me to this website. I still haven't quite learned how to control and the my netvibe to it's greatest potential, but hopefully with guidance i can learn.

VOCABULARY #6

Vocabulary #4
Definitions:
1. Accede- (Verb) Agree to a demand, request, or treaty.
2. Brandish- (Verb) Wave or flourish (something, esp. A weapon) as a threat or in anger or excitement.
3. Comprise- (Verb) Consist of; be made up of.
4. Deft- (Adjective) Neatly skillful and quick in ones moments.
5. Destitute- (Adjective) Without the basic necessities of life.
6. Explicit- (Adjective) Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
7. Extirpate- (Verb) Root out and destroy completely.
8. Inopportune- (Adjective) Occuring at an inconvenient or inappropriate time.
9. Ironic- (Adjective) Using or characterized by irony.
10. Musty- (Adjective) Having a stale, moldy, or damp smell.
11. Officious- (Adjective) Assertive of authority in an annoyingly domineering way, esp. with regard to pretty or trivial matters.
12. Ominous- (Adjective) Givig the impression that something has or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening.
13. Pinnacle- (Noun) The most successful point; the culmination.
14. Premeditated- (Verb) Think out or plan beforehand.
15. Rampant- (Adjective) (esp. Of something unwelcome or unpleasant) flourishing or spreading unchecked.
16. Solace- (Noun) Comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness.
17. Stately- (Adjective) Having a dignified, unhurried, and grand manner; majestic in manner and appearance.
18. Supple: (Adjective) Bending and moving easily and gracefully; flexible.
19. Suppress- (Verb) Forcibly put an end to.
20. Venal- (Adjective) Showing or motivated by susceptibility to bribery.
Sentences:
1. The authorities did not accede to the striker's demands.
2. The murderer took out his weapon brandishy.
3. The country comprises twenty states.
4. Most soccer players have a deft piece of work.
5. The charity cares for destitute children.
6. The speakers intentions were not made explicit.
7. The use of every legal measure to extirpate this horrible evil from the land.
8. A storm blew up at an inopprotune moment.
9. His mouth curved into an ironic smile.
10. I entered a dark musty library filled with old books.
11. A policeman came to move them on, an officious, spiteful men.
12. There were ominous dark clouds gathering overhead.
13. He had reached the pinnacle of his career.
14. He was sentenced life in jail for committing premeditated murder.
15. Political violence was rampant.
16. She sought solace in her religion.
17. He has a tall and stately wife.
18. Her supple fingers can bend to her wrist.
19. Why should these venal politicians care how they are rated?
20. The soldiers suppressed the enemies.
Vocabulary #5
1.) Adroit- (Adjective) Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind: He was adroit at tax avoidance.
2.) Amicable- (adjective) (Of relationship between people) having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor: There will be an amicable settlement of the dispute.
3.) Averse-  (Adjective) Having strong dislike or opposition to something: As a farmer CLA director, he is not averse to secrecy.
4.) Belligerent- (Adjective) Hostile and aggressive: A bull-necked, belligerent old man.
5.) Benevolent- (Adjective) Well meaning and kindly: She has a benevolent smile.
6.) Cursory- (Adjective) Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed: A cursory glance at the figures.
7.) Duplicity- (Noun) Deceitfulness; double-dealing: I wonder if twins buy clothes of duplicity.
8.) Extol- (Verb) Praise enthusiastically: He extolled the virtues of the Russian peoples.
9.) Feasible- (Adjective) Possible to do easily or conveniently: It is not feasible to put most finds from excavations on public display.
10.) Grimace- (Noun) An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face, typically expressing disgust: She gave a grimace of pain.
11.) Holocaust- (Noun) Destruction or slaughter on a mass scale, esp. caused by the fire or nuclear war: A nuclear holocaust.
12.) Impervious- (Adjective) Not allowing fluid to pass through: An impervious layer of basaltic clay.
13.) Impetus- (Noun) The force or energy with which a body moves: Hit the booster coil before the flywheel loses all its impetus.
14.) Jeopardy- (Noun) Danger loss, harm, or failure: Michael's job was not in jeopardy.
15.) Meticulous- (Adjective) Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise: He had always been so meticulous about his appearance.
16.) Nostalgia- (Noun) A sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations: I was overcome with acute nostalgia for my days in college.
17.) Quintessence- (Noun) The most perfect or typical example of a quality or class: He was the quintessence of political professionalism.
18.) Retrogress- (Verb) Go back to an earlier state, typically a worse one: She retrogressed to the starting point of her rehabilitation.
19.) Scrutinize- (Verb) Examine or inspect closely and thoroughly: Customers were warned to scrutinize the small print.
20.) Tepid- (Adjective) Showing enthusiasm: The applause was tepid.