Instructions

Hello Seventh Period!

For your ORB written assignment, I am requiring you to make three postings about your ORB to this blog. You must choose three different options from the "blogging options" handout (on First Class). I am looking for superb commentary, which should make obvious why your ORB "educates your conscience."

Please, adhere to the expectations explained on the rubric (also on First Class).

Happy blogging!

Sunday, March 7, 2010

Around the World in 80 Days – Theme

I think one of the themes in this book is that you should go for what you believe in. Phileas Fogg believed that he COULD travel around the world in 80 days and despite the beliefs and opinions of other people he succeeded! I think this sends the message that people ought to have their beliefs and values set in their minds and not change them simply because someone (or even thousands) of people say so. I also think the author succeeded in getting out his message. I think this theme can relate to Martin Luther King’s life and how he kept with his campaign even if the odds were against him. MLK made a big impact on how we live today just because he stood up for his beliefs. When Mr. Stuart, one of Phileas’ friends says “You are right, theoretically Mr. Fogg, but practically¬¬–“ Mr. Fogg confidently returns with “Practically also, Mr. Stuart.”

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