For this portfolio, I read a novel titled I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings written by Maya Angelou. The novel encompassed various topics that allowed me to greaten my understanding of history and reality. This portfolio is based around one statement which I thought best represented the novel. Angelou’s I Know Why the Caged …
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In the past, I have written a couple blogs regarding Maya Angelou’s novel I Know Where the Caged Bird Sings. As you know, I have thoroughly enjoyed it, and so far I have delved into the novel from a Reader Response point of view and an Archetypal Literary point of view. Today, I will be …
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Hey everyone! Last week, I wrote a blog on the first third of the riveting novel and autobiography I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou. Today I’m back with the second third of the story. Once again, each chapter provided some insightful information about Maya Angelou’s childhood and all things considered, it …
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Recently, I wrote about the podcast, Serial, and that will be today’s topic as well. If you haven’t seen my previous post, you can check it out here. As you all know, I was blown away by the podcast and was instantly intrigued. Ever since, I have been looking into the situation and have uncovered …
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“I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” is a riveting novel and autobiography written by Maya Angelou. In this post, I will be interpreting the first third of the novel. The story encompasses important topics such as racism and rape while also telling the story of a young girl, Maya, who happens to be the …
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Earlier today, I listened to a fascinating podcast titled “The Alibi” from the podcast Serial. I first opened the podcast and noticed that it was close to an hour long and I was not the happiest person. I clicked play and was actually hooked from the first couple minutes. This may have to do with …
Although many high school students think that English can be a waste of time or an irritant, I believe it should be mandatory for any post-secondary education. Currently, all programs require that English must be taken at the grade 12 level and I support that. Personally, I am looking into applying into the Medical Sciences …
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