Reflection #8 Islam: Two Perspectives

Find where Islamic religious beliefs intersect with current events. Research a Western news source on the story and summarize the article from that perspective, adding the article link to your OP. Then, using Google search, site: (country code) research the same story from an Islamic country's perspective, again, adding the web link to your site. Compare and contrast both articles, noting differences in actual facts, or the role that Islam played in the story.
Due Monday, Dec.6th

Personal Commemoration- Reflection #7

Think of an event in your life- past, present or future. You are going to create a commemorative ritual for this event. First, describe the event and why it is important. Second, decide how long the commemoration will last. Then, create a phrase, a few sentences, or a poem that should be read during this commemoration. Last, describe some physical (tangible) action that is an appropriate way to remember/celebrate this event. You may want to include ritual clothing, food, or pilgrimmage.
Due by beginning of school, Monday, Nov.29th.

The Morality of Greek Myths- Reflection #6

The Creation of Seasons: Demeter and Persephone

For this reflection, upload a picture that represents your character in the Greek myth you preformed in class. Briefly summarize the story in 3-4 sentences. Then, discuss the moral of the story. What type of life mystery does this myth attempt to answer? From this story, what is an important virtue for the Greeks? Or what should one learn from this story? Due November 10th/11th.