If you were Tally, would you ask the warden to make you pretty?
If I were Tally I would ask The warden to make me pretty. Why would she just go into the city after telling Maddy and David she would turn pretty and not.
This is my last blog post so I thought I would give a final rating for the Uglies by Scott Westerfeld. On a scale of one to ten I give the Uglies a four. But on my judging scale that's pretty good. I give Twilight a fifty-five (way of the charts) because it's that good. But I have to admit the Uglies was a lot better than I gave it credit for, but as always Twilight is better.
Friday, March 26, 2010
blog post # 51
Tally has finally come clean. Do you think she will regret it? Do you think David will ever change his mind about her?
I don't think Tally will regret coming clean. She has to feel ten times better knowing she doesn't have to life a lie any more. However, I think David will all ways find Tally "amazing" regardless of what she does. But David is stupid for liking her in the first place in my opinion.
I don't think Tally will regret coming clean. She has to feel ten times better knowing she doesn't have to life a lie any more. However, I think David will all ways find Tally "amazing" regardless of what she does. But David is stupid for liking her in the first place in my opinion.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
blog post # 50
Should Maddy have forced Shay to take the cure? Why or why not?
I agree with Maddy's point entirely. Why would she make Shay take a cure she hasn't tested. Especially if it makes her look bad by doing the same thing that killed Az. Even though Dr.Cable killed Az not Maddy.
I agree with Maddy's point entirely. Why would she make Shay take a cure she hasn't tested. Especially if it makes her look bad by doing the same thing that killed Az. Even though Dr.Cable killed Az not Maddy.
blog post # 49
If you were Shay would you get the cure? Why or why not?
If I were Shay I would not get the surgery. Pretty or not why in the world would I take some "cure" from someone who made it in old ruins with dirty materials and has never been tested.
If I were Shay I would not get the surgery. Pretty or not why in the world would I take some "cure" from someone who made it in old ruins with dirty materials and has never been tested.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
blog post # 48
Respond to the following quote.
"Tally thought of the lesions on Shay's brain, the tiny cancers or wounds or whatever they are that she didn't even know she had. They were in there somewhere changing her friend's thoughts, warping her feelings, gnawing at the roots of who she was."
This quote means a lot to me and the book. It finally shows how Tally really feels about becoming pretty and that she really doesn't want to. She finally made a decision. However, I don't think that's how it's going to work out.
"Tally thought of the lesions on Shay's brain, the tiny cancers or wounds or whatever they are that she didn't even know she had. They were in there somewhere changing her friend's thoughts, warping her feelings, gnawing at the roots of who she was."
This quote means a lot to me and the book. It finally shows how Tally really feels about becoming pretty and that she really doesn't want to. She finally made a decision. However, I don't think that's how it's going to work out.
blog post # 47
Give the list of events in this chapter in chronological order.
everyone talked about what was going on and the escape plan they got Croy and other people out of their rooms and left.
They used Dr.cable to get in the elevator and went down.
They got out and went outside
They got on hover boards and left S.C
The kicker at the end of the story is that David asked Maddy his mom where his dad was and she told him his Father had died.
everyone talked about what was going on and the escape plan they got Croy and other people out of their rooms and left.
They used Dr.cable to get in the elevator and went down.
They got out and went outside
They got on hover boards and left S.C
The kicker at the end of the story is that David asked Maddy his mom where his dad was and she told him his Father had died.
blogpost # 46
Is this quote a play on words or does it have a deeper meaning to the story?
"Radiology. Neurology. Magnetic imaging. she read softly. Operating room two."
I think this has a deeper meaning to the story. It shows all of the different steps and process they don't tell you about to make you pretty. Especially "operating theatre two." it builds up suspense that every one had the operation already.
What labels do Tally and David find in the Special circumstance building. Give a brief definition of each.
Radiology- The room where they store radio waves used in the operation
neurology-room where they decide what distortions to fix in the face
Magnetic imaging-room where they take a picture of the face and add the changes to see the outcome
Operating theatre two- Where they have the surgery
describe Shay's appearance at the end of the book.
Shay was tall and elegant. Her eyes were copper, gold, deep, and soulful. And had every feature perfect. Shay was pretty.
"Radiology. Neurology. Magnetic imaging. she read softly. Operating room two."
I think this has a deeper meaning to the story. It shows all of the different steps and process they don't tell you about to make you pretty. Especially "operating theatre two." it builds up suspense that every one had the operation already.
What labels do Tally and David find in the Special circumstance building. Give a brief definition of each.
Radiology- The room where they store radio waves used in the operation
neurology-room where they decide what distortions to fix in the face
Magnetic imaging-room where they take a picture of the face and add the changes to see the outcome
Operating theatre two- Where they have the surgery
describe Shay's appearance at the end of the book.
Shay was tall and elegant. Her eyes were copper, gold, deep, and soulful. And had every feature perfect. Shay was pretty.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
blogpost # 45
If you had one chance to post a message important to you what would it be and why?
If I had a chance to post a message important to me it would be "Fantasy Forever". Why? because so many kids today get overwhelmed by the real world. It can be scary and stressful. Dreaming and reading fantasy can help calm you down and show them happy times will come. I believe fantasy is always closer than you think. In the 1800's a cell phone wasn't even thought of it probably would of seemed like a fantasy but know they exist which proves my point fantasy is closer than it appears.
If I had a chance to post a message important to me it would be "Fantasy Forever". Why? because so many kids today get overwhelmed by the real world. It can be scary and stressful. Dreaming and reading fantasy can help calm you down and show them happy times will come. I believe fantasy is always closer than you think. In the 1800's a cell phone wasn't even thought of it probably would of seemed like a fantasy but know they exist which proves my point fantasy is closer than it appears.
blog post # 44
The uglies we met in this chapter are similar to Tally at the beginning of the book. When you compare her to these uglies, how has Tally changed and what has made her change?
I think Tally has changed a lot. For example, she has lost her truthfulness. and gained the confidence as far as not being scared of adventures and new things. But I rather be honest then be a good adventurer. But as I like to say every thing good comes with bad.
I think Tally has changed a lot. For example, she has lost her truthfulness. and gained the confidence as far as not being scared of adventures and new things. But I rather be honest then be a good adventurer. But as I like to say every thing good comes with bad.
blogpost # 43
Do you think Tally's plan will work? David wants to save his parents what do you think is driving tally? Do you think Tally is crazy or are her feeling valid?
I think Tally's plan will work. For some reason they always do no matter how unrealistic. I think what's driving Tally is her guilt. She wants to undo everything she has caused. And personally I don't blame her.I think her feeling are valid she likes David and wants to live in the smoke. But I think a part of her wants to be with Peris.
I think Tally's plan will work. For some reason they always do no matter how unrealistic. I think what's driving Tally is her guilt. She wants to undo everything she has caused. And personally I don't blame her.I think her feeling are valid she likes David and wants to live in the smoke. But I think a part of her wants to be with Peris.
Monday, March 22, 2010
blog post # 42
How do David and Tally describe the Rustie's? Is it accurate?
David and Tally describe the Rustie's as crazy and stupid as far as our way of life,and that we are not advanced in technology. These accusations are not at all correct. We have brilliant technology and we (for the most part) are not crazy or stupid.
What are the weaknesses of our society?
some of the weaknesses in our society are that we have a lot of freedom. I am not at all saying i would want to live in a dictatorship or change our laws. Just add some. For instance just like school, College should be required and free. So many people end up homeless or barely making it because they have no college degree.
What are weaknesses in their society?
The weaknesses in their society are opposite of ours they don't have enough freedom. They should be able to choose if they get the operation. They should also get the right to know what the operation causes. And should be able to go to the pretty towns.
David and Tally describe the Rustie's as crazy and stupid as far as our way of life,and that we are not advanced in technology. These accusations are not at all correct. We have brilliant technology and we (for the most part) are not crazy or stupid.
What are the weaknesses of our society?
some of the weaknesses in our society are that we have a lot of freedom. I am not at all saying i would want to live in a dictatorship or change our laws. Just add some. For instance just like school, College should be required and free. So many people end up homeless or barely making it because they have no college degree.
What are weaknesses in their society?
The weaknesses in their society are opposite of ours they don't have enough freedom. They should be able to choose if they get the operation. They should also get the right to know what the operation causes. And should be able to go to the pretty towns.
blogpost # 41
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2008/09/15/article-1055660-02A88BD100000578-400_468x649.jpgFind information and a picture about a time we weren't prepared. Post the information and cite it.
This photo is of the destruction done by hurricane Ike. My family and I were prepared for Ike as far as food and water and the generator. However, I was not at all prepared for the week and a half after the hurricane. I did not at all realize how accustomed I had become to electricity, but as my mom says you never no what you got until it's gone.
blogpost # 40
Describe the irony in Tally's "victory" over Dr.Cable. What was lost in the process?
What I find ironic about Tally's victory is that she was working with Dr.Cable and caused the whole massacre. She should not be worrying about a victory that could easily change to a loss. I find quite selfish for her to rejoice in a victory when she has lost all her friends and actually made someone lose their life.
What I find ironic about Tally's victory is that she was working with Dr.Cable and caused the whole massacre. She should not be worrying about a victory that could easily change to a loss. I find quite selfish for her to rejoice in a victory when she has lost all her friends and actually made someone lose their life.
Friday, March 12, 2010
blog post # 39
Is David right? Is Tally amazing? Do you think she should be feeling guilty? Why or why not?
I don't think Tally is amazing. Not with every thing she has caused. I think she is different from everyone else. She should definitely be feeling guilty. She has hurt every one in one way or another. I wouldn't be surprised if she ended up with no one not even her mom and dad.
I don't think Tally is amazing. Not with every thing she has caused. I think she is different from everyone else. She should definitely be feeling guilty. She has hurt every one in one way or another. I wouldn't be surprised if she ended up with no one not even her mom and dad.
blog post # 38
Who is the voice in the dark? Do you think the person is a friend or enemy to Tally? What do you think Tally will do know?
I think the voice in the dark is David. As of right know David is not a enemy of Tally, But with everything she has caused I have a feeling he will be soon. Next, I think Tally will tell David every thing she has caused. She can't live with the guilt forever. Or can she?
I think the voice in the dark is David. As of right know David is not a enemy of Tally, But with everything she has caused I have a feeling he will be soon. Next, I think Tally will tell David every thing she has caused. She can't live with the guilt forever. Or can she?
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
blog post # 37
Explain what self preservation means to you. Is it the most important thing? Would you lie because of it?
To me self preservation is taking care of your self in all kinds of ways. It could be hygiene or protecting your reputation. I think it is one of the most important things. If you don't take care of yourself then most people won't like you from first appearances. I don't think I would lie because my self preservation. You have to be truthful or no one will like you no matter how you keep up with your self preservation.
To me self preservation is taking care of your self in all kinds of ways. It could be hygiene or protecting your reputation. I think it is one of the most important things. If you don't take care of yourself then most people won't like you from first appearances. I don't think I would lie because my self preservation. You have to be truthful or no one will like you no matter how you keep up with your self preservation.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
blog post # 36
Tally had changed her mind about the smoke and the operation. But what will she do about all that know? Whose side is she on?
I think Tally only changed her mind about becoming pretty because she found out about the lesions and because she felt guilty. I think she still would enjoy life as a pretty much better. I think she is sort of neutral because she doesn't want to hurt the smokies but wants to be with her old friends who are already pretties.
I think Tally only changed her mind about becoming pretty because she found out about the lesions and because she felt guilty. I think she still would enjoy life as a pretty much better. I think she is sort of neutral because she doesn't want to hurt the smokies but wants to be with her old friends who are already pretties.
blog post #35
Is this chapter of the book the climax? Explain why or why not.
Yes I think this is the climax of the book. This is what the whole book leads up to. This will determine whether Tally becomes pretty or not and what kind of life she will live.
Yes I think this is the climax of the book. This is what the whole book leads up to. This will determine whether Tally becomes pretty or not and what kind of life she will live.
Monday, March 8, 2010
blog post # 34
Read the following quote David said to Tally. "What you do, the way you think makes you beautiful." Name one person in your personal and academic life. What makes them beautiful?
One person in my home life I think is beautiful in a nice and giving kind of way is my mom. a lot of kids at her school are underprivileged and she buys them new clothes and shoes to give them. One person in my academic life I think is beautiful is a person who is really nice and forgiving and is one of my best friends and would help me with any and every problem I have.
One person in my home life I think is beautiful in a nice and giving kind of way is my mom. a lot of kids at her school are underprivileged and she buys them new clothes and shoes to give them. One person in my academic life I think is beautiful is a person who is really nice and forgiving and is one of my best friends and would help me with any and every problem I have.
blog post # 33
Respond to the following quote. What does it mean to you/to the story?
"Becoming pretty doesn't just change the way you look... it changes the way you think."
To me this is the quote that made the whole book. It is definitely the turning point in the story. I was on the right track the whole time. To the story it also means a lot It is what changed Tally's whole decision to stay in Smoke.
If i had the decision to turn pretty and took it i would want to change me mentally by making me process faster And taking away my stress factor. Physically i would make my hair less volumes.
"Becoming pretty doesn't just change the way you look... it changes the way you think."
To me this is the quote that made the whole book. It is definitely the turning point in the story. I was on the right track the whole time. To the story it also means a lot It is what changed Tally's whole decision to stay in Smoke.
If i had the decision to turn pretty and took it i would want to change me mentally by making me process faster And taking away my stress factor. Physically i would make my hair less volumes.
blog post # 32
The quote "But you know about genetics don't you? Sure i know all all about genes. I knew two sisters,uglies who looked the same. But parents and children? That's just weird." Tells me that Twins aren't common. and that every thing now a days is completely different form their time. Typically parents and children look a lot or at least a little bit alike. And I got the sense that parents and children have a terrible relationship with each other until they are pretty.
Predict what you think being "pretty" means.
From previous chapters i got the idea that the surgery changes your outside and inside. Especially from how Peris was described by Tally and then how he seemed when he saw her.
Predict what you think being "pretty" means.
From previous chapters i got the idea that the surgery changes your outside and inside. Especially from how Peris was described by Tally and then how he seemed when he saw her.
Friday, March 5, 2010
Blog post #31
Find an example of imagery,personification, and a simile. Quote directly from the book and add page numbers.
Simile- "Like walking poison she killed everything in sight." pg.244
personification-"Tally looked away, trying to drown her in uncanny pretty feelings in the sea of white weeds."pg.245
imagery-"They walked through the smoke,past cook fires being extinguished with shovelfuls of dirt.Windows coming alight with candles and electric bulbs.And a handful of young uglies pursuing an escaped chicken."
Does it require bravery to meet David's parents? Why or why not?
Yes it does especially if your Tally with her weird fear of old uglies. To me it's kind of scary to meet anyone new. And it definitely is if their the parents of a guy your best friend likes.
Simile- "Like walking poison she killed everything in sight." pg.244
personification-"Tally looked away, trying to drown her in uncanny pretty feelings in the sea of white weeds."pg.245
imagery-"They walked through the smoke,past cook fires being extinguished with shovelfuls of dirt.Windows coming alight with candles and electric bulbs.And a handful of young uglies pursuing an escaped chicken."
Does it require bravery to meet David's parents? Why or why not?
Yes it does especially if your Tally with her weird fear of old uglies. To me it's kind of scary to meet anyone new. And it definitely is if their the parents of a guy your best friend likes.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
blog post # 30
Do you think Shay had a right to get jealous of Tally?
Yes. Shay was "with" David first why would Shay not be jealous or mad at Tally for getting a gift that he could of gave Shay.
Have you ever received something that made others jealous as this gift did? Did your gift have a meaning to it?
Yes on my twelfth birthday i got a necklace. It was a butterfly because Butterflies symbolize Christianity. My best Friend got really jealous that she didn't get one and bugged me for 2 weeks to give her mine.
Yes. Shay was "with" David first why would Shay not be jealous or mad at Tally for getting a gift that he could of gave Shay.
Have you ever received something that made others jealous as this gift did? Did your gift have a meaning to it?
Yes on my twelfth birthday i got a necklace. It was a butterfly because Butterflies symbolize Christianity. My best Friend got really jealous that she didn't get one and bugged me for 2 weeks to give her mine.
blog post # 29
Why would it have been easier for Tally to activate the pendent before she got to the smoke?
I think it would have been easier because she wouldn't of had the time to develop the relationships she has and wouldn't feel so guilty. And she wouldn't be so reluctant and second guessing her self.
I think it would have been easier because she wouldn't of had the time to develop the relationships she has and wouldn't feel so guilty. And she wouldn't be so reluctant and second guessing her self.
blog post # 28
If David's parents were doctors why do you think they went to the Smoke?
I think David's parents ran away to find the smoke but ended up liking it and stayed. Because, they were doctors I suspect they helped to get the smoke going a little better. I think this because of sentences in the chapter like "My parents were runaways not me."
I think David's parents ran away to find the smoke but ended up liking it and stayed. Because, they were doctors I suspect they helped to get the smoke going a little better. I think this because of sentences in the chapter like "My parents were runaways not me."
Monday, March 1, 2010
Blog Post # 27
Find an image of a skyline like the one Tally sees. Post it. What is beautiful about it? Is there anything ugly about it?
this picture is from flickr posted by "Philipp Klinger"
There are a lot of beautiful things about this picture. First of all the colors of the sunrise. And the buildings them self's,and how they tie in perfectly with the sunrise. And there is definitely nothing ugly about it to me.
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