What/Who Is Othello???

Considering I have never read or thought of reading Othello, I think that it is going to be great. There could be death, sadness, or adultery in it. I also have heard that there could be some backstabbing going on. So, yeah, it might be full of drama. That's every teenagers' lives in school. I don't really know what it's about, but I want to read it. Wish me luck.........................

Dr. Faustus;;;;;Yup! This is it!!!!!!!!!!!

1.       On page 1024 in the character list is a list of the 7 deadly sins. Get a general idea of what each of them are and tell/explain which you are most like to give in to.

                 Greed is the sin I fall into. I love having things, and I want more.

2.       What do you think of Faustus’ choice to turn from the church to magic?

                 I did not like his choice to turn from the church. I am a Christian, and I don't think it is right personally. God will take care of me, and I don't need to believe in and turn to magic because I know I will be taken care of.   

3.       Dr. Faustus is seen as constantly struggling between good and evil, whether he wants to “convert” to the dark side with magic or to stay saintly and with God. What do you see as a struggle that you go through as 1) college students, and 2) fellow alive humans? (Hint: CHS students- the Honor Council topic is something that came into my mind when formulating this question, it’s a great topic!)
          As a college student, I have to make sure to portray a college student and present my school well. It is hard for me in both sections because I procrastinate. I also struggle with school drama. I try to stay out of it, but it always finds away back in my life. 

4.       How do you think the movie relates to the book? What characteristics to you see between the Christopher Marlowe and the writers of the movie and what characteristics do you see between Dr. Faustus and Johnny Blaze (played by Nicholas Cage)?

               They are both willing to give up their soul for someone that they love.

              

5.       If you were in Dr. Faustus’ position, would you take the deal with the devil and save someone you love or would you lose the one you love and still have your “saintly figure?” What would it take for you to sell your soul to the devil, in context to the story?

               I would not have made the deal. I love that person I am sure, but I would not give up my soul for anyone.

 

6.       EXTRA QUESTION: In response to my “rant,” what do you see as a problem in today’s society with bullying (i.e.-not enough being done to shed light to it, etc) and what can you do in your school and community to be a better advocate for the end of bullying?

             I think people think they are better than others, so they act however they want to get what they want. Sometimes they have too much power, and they let it go their heads. . Nobody is better than anyone else, unless you're Jesus. I think that if people talked and put each other in their place, bullying would subside

Lee Schronce

My character's name is Lee Schronce. He just turned 17 not too long ago. He is the president of his senior class and enjoys school. After facing many problems in his past, he has made a breakthrough at his awesome school. Lee has just recently found himself. He wants to be a famous actor one day. After his acting career is over, he wants to direct movies and eventually, produce them. Right now, though, he enjoys acting, playing in the band, and being apart of decision making at his school. He has many friends. His biggest problem is that he trusts everyone to much and is to nice to everyone. He doesn't have problems with his family, but he just doesn't want to get close to them. Lee wants to be free to do whatever he wants and is ready to take on the real world. He just wonders where the world will take him.