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Through out the book To Kill A Mockingbird I made many observations about the morals and subtle lessons being taught among the pages. Some being standing by your family and having a better understanding of the world around you.
Although it is obvious Scout stands by Atticus for the duration of the book, Harper Lee included many scenarios where Scout stood by Jem as well. For the most part, Scout listens to Atticus when he tells her not to mind the kids at school or even the adults in the town when they talk to her about the case. Scout listens to her father because she respects him just as well as he shows respect to her. Whereas Scout doesn't fully understand her constant devotion to Jem and his acceptance or approval. Scout and Jem aren't just brother and sister, they are best friends. I found their relationship to be unusual, since it seems that most siblings don't share a similar relationship to that of Jem and Scout's. Scout follows Jem around because she is young, but also because they enjoy spending time together. Occasionally Jem does not want to be with Scout, much as anyone wouldn't want to be around the same person for days on end. When Jem and Scout get into spats, the matter is resolved quickly, and the argument is not a big ordeal. Jem and Scout have an understanding for one another that is unlike other sibling relationships. I think their relationship is used to teach the lesson of standing by the people you love and getting along with one another is important. Siblings take each other for granted, when they don't realize what an extraordinary gift it is to have a brother or sister. Everybody needs somebody, and I feel this idea is captured wonderfully from page 1 to the end.
Now, this book made me feel somewhat self conscious while reading it because Scout is just a six year old girl, comprehending things I am still learning. Scout recognizes who bad people are, and the people to trust, she is an excellent judge of character. Scout was reading practically since she was born, while for me it took me quite some time to begin my first book (Green Eggs and Ham). Scout easily follows the flow of things in court, which would be near impossible for most 6 year olds. I think that Scout would be tough to compete with as far as people in general go. SWith the exception that Scout and I are two very different people, I thought I should use her as a sort of role model to try and learn more about my surroundings and life in general.

My Boo

When I was really little, my family owned a red truck. We went camping all the time, but never went back to one camping spot after this happened. I have always wanted to drive. I tried to get my parents to let me when I was pretty young, but my plans never worked out. However, I did get pretty close once.
I was probably four years old when my family went camping. My parents were setting up our campsite and were focusing on setting up the tent. I was playing in the truck, and my brother was taking a nap in a sleeping bag on the ground. I worked my way to the front of the truck and continued playing. In the process I unknowingly pulled the parking break, which sent the truck rolling backwards. Right in the path of my unexpected drift backwards was my brother in his sleeping bag. As the vehicle grew closer and closer to my snoozing sibling my parents looked up and realized what was going on. Then miraculously a bunch of people congregated in the way of the truck and pushed against the it. Someone jumped in the door and pulled me (unaware of what was going on) from the truck. Those people saved not only my brother's life that day, but my own as well for I was headed straight for a cliff. My parents cried, and each witness was filled with relief.
This incredible event in my family's life can compare to Boo Radley in a few ways. One symbol for Boo is my fascination with driving. I was always curious and eager to be behind the wheel, much like Scout was consistently interested in Boo Radley. Nevertheless, I believe a more suitable fit for "My Boo" are the people who pushed the car out of the way. This is more fitting because when I was little I was shy around adults, for no reason at all. But the ironic part of it was that the adults I was shy to say hello to that day saved my life. This relates to Boo because Scout never meets Boo, but he takes a risk and saves hers and Jem's lives, just as strangers saved mine and my brothers life. I find this event in my life abnormally similar to Scout's experience with Boo.
Thanks for reading and have a lovely day! :)

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Hi! I'm Olivia and I'm in first period honors English. I really enjoy reading, sometimes it is hard for me to get past the first chapter, but after that I fall in love with the book. I've always liked to write. The best part about writing is being able to put whats on my mind into a story or poem. I'm a very opinionated student, but I like to hear the ideas of others and see how our differing options can introduce new concepts. If I have an idea I like to share it with the class and see how others think of it so I can learn more.
I think English class is vital to learning about not only reading and writing, but life too. Many of the subjects students learn in this class will last them throughout their lives. I want to capture how absolutely crucial this class is because many of the skills we learn here will come in handy later, and we can learn how to express ourselves creatively through writing.
Some things you can expect on my blog are quality thought over assignments. I will do my best to address all questions and explore unanticipated aspects of issues. Finding unique ways to answer questions and pursue a quality learning experience is my goal in this class. English will help me not only get to know my own writing style better but it will enhance my communicative ability and literary comprehension.
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