Siddhartha test
Turn in packet over Siddhartha, complete sentences only.
Mark, discuss, hand in “Not waving, but drowning”, page 1338
Summary, theme, connection, (author’s skills if needed).See prior post for the actual poem.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Keep the last two pages of the Siddhartha packet after we finish testing over Siddhartha. We will still need the world view questions. the Graduation letter directions you still need for the end of the quarter, and if you want the directions for the extra credit quotes assignment, keep that.
Page 3-4 of packet, more info on Buddha.
Not waving, but drowning, page 1338
Stevie Smith - Not Waving But Drowning
Nobody heard him, the dead man,
But still he lay moaning:
I was much further out than you thought
And not waving but drowning.
Poor chap, he always loved larking
And now he's dead
It must have been too cold for him his heart gave way,
They said.
Oh, no no no, it was too cold always
(Still the dead one lay moaning)
I was much too far out all my life
And not waving but drowning.
Summary, theme, connection, (author’s skills if needed). Write full page.
Siddhartha: Chapter 11, 12. We then reviewed for the test. See notes at bottom of this post.
Reminder:
On-line text, check blog
Friday, 12-16 Siddhartha Final test and packet due.
Review notes:
Refers to the divine within each individual
Siddhartha’s closest friend throughout Part 1
Ascetic groups name Sidd joins
Buddha’s real name
Siddhartha’s courtesan lady
Sidd’s merchant teacher- his name means what?
Three great skills of Sidd.
Cycle of birth/ death.
Sidd’s obsession during hedonist period.
Sidd’s rower friend.
Son is shamed by Sidd’s what?
Buddha’s father showed him the world
Hesse won what award?
Nirvana (nibbana)
Devadatta
Which beliefs are associated with each of these?
Most American of philosophies (pragmatism)
Material things only exist. (materialism)
(not enough evidence to know if there is a god) agnostism
Denial of knowledge and values (nihilism)
Things will not turn out well (pessimism)
People are programmed to act a certain way. (Determinism)
Must create meaning (existentialism)
Maximize pleasure (hedonism)
Page 3-4 of packet, more info on Buddha.
Not waving, but drowning, page 1338
Stevie Smith - Not Waving But Drowning
Nobody heard him, the dead man,
But still he lay moaning:
I was much further out than you thought
And not waving but drowning.
Poor chap, he always loved larking
And now he's dead
It must have been too cold for him his heart gave way,
They said.
Oh, no no no, it was too cold always
(Still the dead one lay moaning)
I was much too far out all my life
And not waving but drowning.
Summary, theme, connection, (author’s skills if needed). Write full page.
Siddhartha: Chapter 11, 12. We then reviewed for the test. See notes at bottom of this post.
Reminder:
On-line text, check blog
Friday, 12-16 Siddhartha Final test and packet due.
Review notes:
Refers to the divine within each individual
Siddhartha’s closest friend throughout Part 1
Ascetic groups name Sidd joins
Buddha’s real name
Siddhartha’s courtesan lady
Sidd’s merchant teacher- his name means what?
Three great skills of Sidd.
Cycle of birth/ death.
Sidd’s obsession during hedonist period.
Sidd’s rower friend.
Son is shamed by Sidd’s what?
Buddha’s father showed him the world
Hesse won what award?
Nirvana (nibbana)
Devadatta
Which beliefs are associated with each of these?
Most American of philosophies (pragmatism)
Material things only exist. (materialism)
(not enough evidence to know if there is a god) agnostism
Denial of knowledge and values (nihilism)
Things will not turn out well (pessimism)
People are programmed to act a certain way. (Determinism)
Must create meaning (existentialism)
Maximize pleasure (hedonism)
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Mark and turn in “Desiderata” half page was due today. For tomorrow, add a half a page with the parody “Deteriorata”.
Check out the extra credit in your Siddhartha packet. It is due in January.
Siddhartha: Chapter 9, 10
Reminder:
On-line text, check blog
Friday, 12-16 Siddhartha final and packet.
Check out the extra credit in your Siddhartha packet. It is due in January.
Siddhartha: Chapter 9, 10
Reminder:
On-line text, check blog
Friday, 12-16 Siddhartha final and packet.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
“Desiderata” half page was due today. For tomorrow, add a half a page with the parody “Deteriorata”. This will all be turned in tomorrow.
Ism match up. Exercise.
Siddhartha: Chapter 9
Reminder:
On-line text, check blog
Friday, 12-16 Siddhartha final and packet.
Deteriorata! The following poem was not found in an old Baltimore church:
You are a fluke
Of the universe.
You have no right to be here.....
Deteriorata! Deteriorata!
Go placidly
Amid the noise and waste.
And remember what comfort there may be
In owning a piece thereof.
Avoid quiet and passive persons
Unless you are in need of sleep.
Ro-tate your tires.
Speak glowingly of those greater than yourself
And heed well their advice,
Even though they be turkeys.
Know what to kiss.....and when!
Consider that two wrongs never make a right
But that THREE.........do.
Wherever possible, put people on hold.
Be comforted that in the face of all aridity and disillusionment
And despite the changing fortunes of time,
There is always a big future in computer main-te-nance.
Chorus
You are a fluke
Of the universe.
You have no right to be here.
And whether you can hear it or not
The universe is laughing behind your back.
Remember the Pueblo.
Strive at all times to bend, fold, spindle and mu-ti-late.
Know yourself.
If you need help, call the FBI.
Exercise caution in your daily affairs,
Especially with those persons closest to you.
That lemon on your left, for instance.
Be assured that a walk through the ocean of most souls
Would scarcely get your feet wet.
Fall not in love therefore;
It will stick to your face.
Gracefully surrender the things of youth:
The birds, clean air, tuna, Taiwan
And let not the sands of time
Get in your lunch.
Hire people with hooks.
For a good time call 606-4311;
Ask for "Ken."
Take heart amid the deepening gloom
That your dog is finally getting enough cheese.
And reflect that whatever misfortune may be your lot
It could only be worse in Milwaukee.
Chorus
You are a fluke. . .
Therefore, make peace with your god
Whatever you conceive him to be---
Hairy thunderer, or cosmic muffin.
With all its hopes, dreams, promises and urban renewal
The world continues to deteriorate.
GIVE UP!
Reprise
You are a fluke. . .
Performed by National Lampoon on "National Lampoon Radio Dinner," a 1972 recording by Blue Thumb Records. Lyrics by Tony Hendra.
Ism match up. Exercise.
Siddhartha: Chapter 9
Reminder:
On-line text, check blog
Friday, 12-16 Siddhartha final and packet.
Deteriorata! The following poem was not found in an old Baltimore church:
You are a fluke
Of the universe.
You have no right to be here.....
Deteriorata! Deteriorata!
Go placidly
Amid the noise and waste.
And remember what comfort there may be
In owning a piece thereof.
Avoid quiet and passive persons
Unless you are in need of sleep.
Ro-tate your tires.
Speak glowingly of those greater than yourself
And heed well their advice,
Even though they be turkeys.
Know what to kiss.....and when!
Consider that two wrongs never make a right
But that THREE.........do.
Wherever possible, put people on hold.
Be comforted that in the face of all aridity and disillusionment
And despite the changing fortunes of time,
There is always a big future in computer main-te-nance.
Chorus
You are a fluke
Of the universe.
You have no right to be here.
And whether you can hear it or not
The universe is laughing behind your back.
Remember the Pueblo.
Strive at all times to bend, fold, spindle and mu-ti-late.
Know yourself.
If you need help, call the FBI.
Exercise caution in your daily affairs,
Especially with those persons closest to you.
That lemon on your left, for instance.
Be assured that a walk through the ocean of most souls
Would scarcely get your feet wet.
Fall not in love therefore;
It will stick to your face.
Gracefully surrender the things of youth:
The birds, clean air, tuna, Taiwan
And let not the sands of time
Get in your lunch.
Hire people with hooks.
For a good time call 606-4311;
Ask for "Ken."
Take heart amid the deepening gloom
That your dog is finally getting enough cheese.
And reflect that whatever misfortune may be your lot
It could only be worse in Milwaukee.
Chorus
You are a fluke. . .
Therefore, make peace with your god
Whatever you conceive him to be---
Hairy thunderer, or cosmic muffin.
With all its hopes, dreams, promises and urban renewal
The world continues to deteriorate.
GIVE UP!
Reprise
You are a fluke. . .
Performed by National Lampoon on "National Lampoon Radio Dinner," a 1972 recording by Blue Thumb Records. Lyrics by Tony Hendra.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
For Tuesday, write half a page on any connections you have to any of the words of Desiderata. If you find particular words inspiring, tell which words and show why they are inspiring.
The Original
Desiderata
Go placidly amid the noise and haste and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs; for the world in full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is: many persons strive for high ideals; and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be, and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Often attributed as "Found in Old Saint Paul's Church, Baltimore: Dated 1692."
Actually, Desiderata was written in 1927 by an obscure Indiana lawyer and poet named Max Ehrmann. Sources include: The Washington Post, November 27, 1977.
Read about the author Herman Hesse from inside the back cover blurb.
Siddhartha: Chapter 7, 8. We read 7 aloud in class, and you read 8 at home if you didn't finish it on your own in class.
Reminder:
The entire book Siddhartha is on the internet.
http://www.enotes.com/siddhartha-text/river
Friday, 12-16 Siddhartha final
Friday, December 9, 2011
Friday, December 9, 2011
“Om” from packet.
Watch about Buddha on Netflicks, narrated by Richard Gere. We watched :44 of the show.
Siddhartha: Chapter 6 We read in class.
Reminder:
If you don't have the book, the entire text is online at the following website:
http://www.online-literature.com/hesse/siddhartha/
On-line text
Watch about Buddha on Netflicks, narrated by Richard Gere. We watched :44 of the show.
Siddhartha: Chapter 6 We read in class.
Reminder:
If you don't have the book, the entire text is online at the following website:
http://www.online-literature.com/hesse/siddhartha/
On-line text
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Proofreading page 21
Take a look at Atman, Brahman, and Brahim, and “Om” from your packet.
Siddhartha: Chapter 5
read in class or finish at home
Take a look at Atman, Brahman, and Brahim, and “Om” from your packet.
Siddhartha: Chapter 5
read in class or finish at home
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Lit term: practice all of the terms.
Outside reading books. Participation point for showing me.
Proofreading page 19
Siddhartha; review chapter two, questions. Chapter 3, 4. We read 3 aloud, and then some read 4 quietly.
Outside reading books. Participation point for showing me.
Proofreading page 19
Siddhartha; review chapter two, questions. Chapter 3, 4. We read 3 aloud, and then some read 4 quietly.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
http://www.online-literature.com/hesse/siddhartha/
All of the book Siddhartha is online at the above site.
Proofreading page 17, 50-52
Ppt on Siddhartha, Buddhism.
Siddhartha; review chapter one. Chapter 2 in class, finish two at home.
All of the book Siddhartha is online at the above site.
Proofreading page 17, 50-52
Ppt on Siddhartha, Buddhism.
Siddhartha; review chapter one. Chapter 2 in class, finish two at home.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Monday, December 5, 2011
Lit term: tone, tragedy, universality. These are our final lite terms. We will study some in cass, but you will need to study some on your own.
Proofreading page 15, 43-45
Stranger final AND packet is due. Minus ten points per day late.
Pick up Siddhartha ch 1 Read this chapter for tomorrow.
Proofreading page 15, 43-45
Stranger final AND packet is due. Minus ten points per day late.
Pick up Siddhartha ch 1 Read this chapter for tomorrow.
Friday, December 2, 2011
Friday, December 2, 2011
Lit term: symbol, theme
Proofreading page 13, 37-39
Write out your own ideas to questions 21, 24, 28 from packet
Mark, discuss, hand in “A Man” “ A Man Said to the Universe”.
Two poems. ¶1 = life outlook of poem 1. ¶2 = life outlook of poem 2 ¶3= Comparison between or connections with either poem.
Reading time?
Reminder:
Monday 12-5, Stranger final test AND packet due.
Monday 12-5 checking out Siddhartha
Proofreading page 13, 37-39
Write out your own ideas to questions 21, 24, 28 from packet
Mark, discuss, hand in “A Man” “ A Man Said to the Universe”.
Two poems. ¶1 = life outlook of poem 1. ¶2 = life outlook of poem 2 ¶3= Comparison between or connections with either poem.
Reading time?
Reminder:
Monday 12-5, Stranger final test AND packet due.
Monday 12-5 checking out Siddhartha
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Lit term: setting, simile, suspense
Proofreading exercises
Write out your own ideas to questions 21, 24, 28 from packet
“A Man” “ A Man Said to the Universe”.
A Man
Poem 1 by Nina Cassian
Translated by Roy Macgregor-Hastie
While fighting for his country, he lost an arm
and was suddenly afraid:
"From now on, I shall only be able to do things by halves.
I shall reap half a harvest.
I shall be able to play either the tune
or the accompaniment on the piano,
but never both parts together.
I shall be able to bang with only one fist
on doors, and worst of all
I shall only be able to half hold
my love close to me.
There will be things I cannot do at all,
applaud for example,
at shows where everyone applauds."
From that moment on, he set himself to do everything with
twice as much enthusiasm.
And where the arm had been torn away
a wing grew.
Poem 2 by Stephen Crane
A Man Said to the Universe
A man said to the universe:
“Sir, I exist!”
“However,” replied the universe,
“The fact has not created in me
A sense of obligation.”
About these two poems, write a page for tomorrow
Two poems. ¶1 = life outlook of poem 1. ¶2 = life outlook of poem 2 ¶3= Comparison between or connections with either poem.
Bring outside reading Friday.
Reminder:
Monday 12-5, Stranger final test AND packet due.
Monday 12-5 checking out Siddhartha
Proofreading exercises
Write out your own ideas to questions 21, 24, 28 from packet
“A Man” “ A Man Said to the Universe”.
A Man
Poem 1 by Nina Cassian
Translated by Roy Macgregor-Hastie
While fighting for his country, he lost an arm
and was suddenly afraid:
"From now on, I shall only be able to do things by halves.
I shall reap half a harvest.
I shall be able to play either the tune
or the accompaniment on the piano,
but never both parts together.
I shall be able to bang with only one fist
on doors, and worst of all
I shall only be able to half hold
my love close to me.
There will be things I cannot do at all,
applaud for example,
at shows where everyone applauds."
From that moment on, he set himself to do everything with
twice as much enthusiasm.
And where the arm had been torn away
a wing grew.
Poem 2 by Stephen Crane
A Man Said to the Universe
A man said to the universe:
“Sir, I exist!”
“However,” replied the universe,
“The fact has not created in me
A sense of obligation.”
About these two poems, write a page for tomorrow
Two poems. ¶1 = life outlook of poem 1. ¶2 = life outlook of poem 2 ¶3= Comparison between or connections with either poem.
Bring outside reading Friday.
Reminder:
Monday 12-5, Stranger final test AND packet due.
Monday 12-5 checking out Siddhartha
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