Noah´s english blog

   Prompt: When I am in a mood I do not like, I try a few strategies to change it. I take a short walk or get some fresh air to clear my mind. I listen to music that makes me feel calm or happy. Sometimes I talk to a friend or family member to share how I feel. I also focus on doing a small task or activity I enjoy to distract myself. These strategies help me feel better and shift my mood. Summary: Today we did a newsela. Reflection: Today I learned how to read a passage and answer questions about it.

  Prompt: The rhetorical device I find most effective is pathos because emotion drives attention and response. Emotional appeals shape how your audience feels before logic even enters. Ads, speeches, and social media posts use music, images, and personal stories to create empathy or urgency. A charity video showing one person’s struggle pushes stronger reaction than statistics alone. When I analyze rhetoric, I look for emotional cues first because they often explain why a message feels persuasive even when the evidence stays weak. Summary: Today we had our rhetorical devices quiz. Reflection: I used and learned test taking skills.

   Prompt: I dont feel like myself on the pitchers mound of a baseball field during a game. When I pitch I put away all distractions and just think about the game. I have to adapt and take on a whole new personality during a game. Summary: We found rhetorical devices in the I Have A Dream speech. Reflection: I learned how to find rhetorical devices in speeches.

   Prompt: I feel the most at peace driving to an early morning baseball game. The quiet wind and cold air help me slow down and clear my mind. The open space gives me time to think without distractions. Being here helps me reset and focus on what matters. Summary: Today we learned many rhetorical devices. Reflection: I learned the difference between rhetorical devices and literary devices.

  Prompt: I had to rely on a teammate during a baseball game when I could not finish the rest of the game. I felt uneasy because I prefer handling responsibilities on my own. Trusting someone else forced me to communicate clearly and let go of control. The experience showed me support strengthens results and builds stronger relationships. Summary: We learned more rhetoric devices. Reflection: I learned how to use more rhetorical devices.

   Prompt: High school taught me time management through balancing schoolwork and sports. I built communication skills through group projects, presentations, and working with others. Discipline, responsibility, and decision-making are essential for my success after high school. Summary: We learned more rhetoric. Reflection: I learned new rhetoric techniques.

 I recognized that my gambling habits were becoming problematic, as I was chasing losses and spending beyond my means. To regain control, I took a complete break for several months, distancing myself from all betting platforms and focusing on my personal responsibilities and interests. Now, I strictly follow set limits to ensure I maintain self-control. Summary: Today we learned more rhetorical devices. Reflection: I learned how to use 3 more rhetorical devices.

   Prompt: Today’s lesson about rhetoric felt longer than the entire school year. It was a small challenge to understand. The lesson was not unhelpful for me. Summary: Today we learned different rhetorical devices. Reflection: I learned how to use hyperboles, understatements, and litotes.

  1. The first goal I would want to achieve this year is to restart my gambling/sports betting journey again and end up making a profit. This goal is important to me because it will show my money making skills, and I will try to save and be responsible with the money in the account. To accomplish this goal, I will be restricting how many parlays I put in a week. I will also try not to make a parlay right after ones bricks to make my money back. 2.  My second goal is to consistently gain velocity during the baseball season.   This goal is important to me because I plan on playing baseball in college.  To accomplish this goal, I will not slack off during the season and stop going to the gym and stop taking care of my arm so I reduce my chances of getting hurt. 3. My third goal is to stay on top of my work throughout the year.   This goal is important to me because last year I slacked off and got behind and got lower grades than I shouldve . To accomplish this go...