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__**Assignment #1: My Hero**__

According to Joseph Campbell," A hero is someone who dedicates their life to something more than themselves." Marie Curie, whom I have always looked up to, fits this description. Marie Curie contributed greatly towards the field of science. She overcame being poorly educated, being underprivileged, and being a woman. She was born on November 7, 1867 in Warsaw, Poland. Madame Curie's parents had to pay for their other daughter's medical school's fee, so she could only pursue a general education before becoming a local schoolteacher at age eighteen. Curie always hoped that after completing medical school, her sister would be able to provide some money to further Curie's own education. Curie's wish came true, and in 1891 she set off for Paris to earn a degree in Physics and Mathematical Sciences. Mrs. Curie was the first woman in all of Europe to receive a Doctorate of Science. She went on to discover polonium, radium, coin the word //radioactivity,// receive two Nobel Prizes, 15 gold medals, and 19 degrees. More achievements included "being the first woman lecturer, professor, Head of laboratory." She was also the first person ever to receive two Nobel Prizes. Her work has helped many other projects over the years. It is being used to help treat cancer and manipulate nuclear energy; it was used to make the atomic bomb. In the end, Marie Curie added much more knowledge to the field of science through her spiritual deeds; and through dedication and determination, she was able to conquer being a woman in a very male-dominant field.

__**Assignment #2: My Golden Age**__



My perfect world would be in located in a place where the weather would never be too hot or too cold. There would be only friendly arguments, and no full blown-out wars. There would be libraries all the over the place, and no libraries would have the same two books. Everyone would live in harmony. Music would not be as degraded in society as it is now, and humans would be immune to the effects of junk food. All my friends and family would be there; and there would be an endless supply of water; clothes; good soil; and new ideas.

__**Assignment #3: My God Teacher**__

All gifts are double-edged swords meaning that they all have pros and cons. One gift that I have received in the past year is my laptop. It is a positive because I can do my homework online, and I don't have to bother my parents every time I need to check edline. One of the many disadvantages include the constant ads that are just begging for me to click on them. Another problem I have is that I get distracted easily and often find myself delaying the sole reason I logged on. I guess what I've learned and have been trying (with no avail) is to manage my time efficiently. To have sufficient time to work, play, and sleep.

__**Assignment #4: The End of Innocence**__

The end of innocence is experienced by everyone. It is the stage when a someone goes through an experience that matures them a little if not a lot. I went through one of these this year. As soon as I got back my second test from Mr. Dietz, I was very down-hearted. It was a C+. I looked over that test so may times thinking that I just didn't study hard enough. The truth was that I didn't study the right way. I tried for all the first semester trying to stand my ground, but I kept on falling down. I'm pretty sure those will be the worst grades I will ever receive in my life. Eight grade was a real eye-opener. After going all the way through seventh grade without ever having to study much, I was shocked to see how terrible I was doing. I never EVER expected to receive some of the grades I have gotten this school year. When the Chinese students came, I felt terrible. Those kids could understand what were saying and respond back to us. They had probably been learning English ever since they were young; but then again we have learned Spanish ever since we were young, and I doubt that I could ever go to Spain and understand a smidgeon of what they were saying. It was tough getting through this year to this point of time, I have made it this far and will continue to do so. I feel much happier than I did during the first quarter. I now know what tho expect of myself and I know that I can do better, so I will try.


 * __Assignment #5: The Flood__**



Before I had reached security, I stopped and looked behind me. I could only see devastation and impurity, And I decided that with Him I had to agree.

Our world had started to crumble. Each man thinking only of himself. No one's words were any longer humble. It was time for the world to resign itself.

I thought back to what I was told, "Go. Give birth to a new kind of person . A race of people with hearts of pure gold. If they give without asking, then we've reached our goal."

At first, I didn't want to agree ; But now I see clearly what had to be done. I know to rediscover humanity and bring back its former civility.

__**Assignment #6: Changes in the Stories**__ In Atalanta's Race, a metamorphosis occurs. Hippomenes. determined to make Atalanta his wife, prays to Venus for help. Venus hears his prayer and helps him win his prize. Hippomenes, overcome by joy for accomplishing such a feat, forgets all about Venus and commits hubris by not giving anything back in return. Angry with both Hippomenes and Atalanta. Venus somewhat forces them to spend the night at one of the holiest temples, the temple of the great Cybele. Cybele, disturbed and angered with what the newlyweds have done, turns them into a lion and lioness as punishment.

__**Assignment #7: Changes in Our World**__ Metamorphosis, the process of a caterpillar turning into a butterfly or moth, is a change that occurs quite frequently. First, they are born as larvae that soon grow into long and colorful caterpillars.Soon after, the caterpillars secure themselves in a cocoon and wait patiently for a long period of time. After the wait is over, the bug starts to crawl out of its cocoon and unfurl its delicate and patterned wings.

My favorite season of the year is summer. Because of the ever warm yet cool weather of Atlanta, summers here are beautiful. The reason I like summer is because there isn't anymore dreaded rain, no plants are dying, and flowers are blooming. For me, summer represents sustenance because this time of the year everything has reached its peak. If anything, summer represents the Golden Age archetype because everything is so perfect this time of year especially because it's never cold.In spring, everything is cold, and there is still the occasional cool weather. In autumn, everything starts dying, and everyone is dreading going back to school. In winter, everything is just cold and dead. I don't like the cold, and I certainly don't have any warm feelings toward death. Another reason to love summer is no school for two months! I mean everyone loves summer holidays. Everyone is always looking forward to them. Sure, I might not be able to see my friends till we go back to school, but I get to see my beloved extended family in India. I also love July 4th because of all the pretty firework shows.
 * __Assignment #8: My Favorite Season of the Year__**

__**Assignment #9: Evaluation**__

I really enjoyed this unit, from all the short stories to the songs. It was intriguing and I learned a lot. Also, now when I'm reading stories, unintentionally I find all the hidden archetypes in the text. Some things I learned included the end of childhood that of which taught me that innocence isn't something that can be sustained forever. You lose it little by little practically everyday. I learned that innocence is the price for knowledge. This next thing I'm about to say is actually quite ironic, but I've lost some innocence by learning that I've lost innocence in the past.