Viva La Causa

In class, you viewed the film Viva La Causa. The title of the film means “Long Live the Cause.” What message is the filmmaker trying to send to you? Discuss your opinion and also explain how this message relates to the story “The Circuit”.

Remember:
1)Do not start your opinion statements with "I think/believe/feel" or "My opinion is...".
2)Your blog response must present clear answers to all questions and follow AWP.
3)Be respectful of the views of others in your discussion.
4)Post using first name and class period.

Debating Columbus

To this day, Christopher Columbus remains a controversial character in history. Historians have differing opinions on whether Columbus should be considered friend or foe. You've read three biographies on Christopher Columbus that express different viewpoints of him: Biography #1, Biography #2, and Biography #3. Based on your reading of all three pieces, what is your opinion of Columbus? How would you describe him: great explorer, greedy bumbler, hero, villain, visionary, businessman, adventurer? Why? In addition, do you feel we should celebrate him on Columbus Day in the United States? Why or why not?

Your blog response must present clear answers to all questions in the prompt. Also, be sure to support your opinion with details. Furthermore, you should read the responses of fellow students and attempt to reference a classmate's viewpoint in some way (agree or disagree). Your response should follow the AWP for conventions; however, if you are able to adequately answer all parts of the prompt in less than eight sentences, a shorter paragraph is acceptable. Remember to be respectful of the views of others in your discussion.