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1. The theme of the story is friendship and trust. This story shows how two friends are such good friends that they could trust each other with their lives.

2. I think that Damon's action was wise. The motion that he took was brave and kind to let his friend go to meet his family, to say one last goodbye. Damon was ready to die for his best friend, and even when Pithius did not return untill the day of his execution, Damon never doubted his friend. Had Pithius been another person, perhaps one less dedicated to his friend, then Damon might have been a fool.

3. There are very few friendships that could compare to this one. There may be some, but very little. In the current world, such friends probably exist, but are rare.

1. Do you think paying students for school performance is a good idea? WHY or WHY NOT?

I think that paying students has its faults, however, in its entirety, I believe that it could be a very effective method to raise childrens' grades.

2. How do you think parents would respond if such a plan were implemented in Littleton?

3. How do you think being paid for your school work would impact your learning?

4. What actually happened in schools where kids were paid for performing well?

5. Do you think extrinsic rewards could create intrinsic desire? This will require some thought! Please answer thoughtfully.

1. The children spoke together at lunch and decided to take advantage of the new substitute teacher. "Okay. I'll tell her that I'm you. You can be him and he'll be her." "Way to confuse us, Abby. Can you repeat that?" When lunch hour was over, they trooped back to class, mischievous grins spreading across their faces. Upon entering the classroom, they saw a kind faced woman wearing a dress and glasses. Abby, who had organized the whole thing, walked up, purposefully, to the woman and said sweetly, "I'm Emily. If you need any help, I'm more than happy." This was most unlike her, but she had a scheme to fulfill. "Why, thank you Emily. I'll certainly come to you if I have any trouble." Part A: Gain trust of teacher; complete. Abby went to sit down, a triumphant smirk playing across her face. "Your teacher called me on such short notice, she didn't leave instructions. Can anyone tell me what you usually do now?"She glanced around the room, "Emily?" "Yes," she hesitated, "It's Thursday, and usually Mrs. Raleigh lets us play games on the laptops over there for 15 to 20 minutes on Thursdays." She gestured towards the cart. "Okay. Everyone go get your computers. You can play games for the next 20 minutes. Thank you Emily." "Your welcome, Mrs. uh..." "Mrs. Gullible." "Your welcome, Mrs. Gullible." She nodded and said, "Your table may go first, Emily." "Thank you," Abby said, rising from her chair. The students played games for the next 20 minutes and enjoyed it thuroughly. After that, Mrs. Gullible smiled and asked, "So, what now. Emily?" Abby checked the clock, and declared, "Now, Mrs. Raleigh reads Homeless Bird for 30 minutes." Mrs. Gullible picked the book up and read, her voice carrying easily through the room. The children leaned back and relaxed, priding themselves on their brilliant idea.

2. The small iguana stared through the glass of his cage. The thin barrier from freedom that restained him from a happy life in the wild. A child walked up and rapped on the glass happily. "Do something, lizard!" He flicked his toungue out and watched the toddler clap in joy. The young boy's mother ran to him and hugged him, telling him, "Don't you ever run away like that again! We were so worried!" The small reptile turned away as the two walked to the restraunt, deprived of the rare company that had come to him. The people at the zoo preferred to see the bone crushing anaconda and pythons than a small lizard. When the keeper came to clean his cage, he seized his opportunity. The nimble lizard leaped through the human's hands and made his way through the crowd of tangled feet. Once safely out the door, he walk along beside the road. The road to freedom. Alternate Ending: Once out the door, he was immediately devoured by a platypus.

I'm From By Abby Rictor

I am from La La land from Harry Potter and fantasy from dreams and myths I am from my mind.

I am from Rictor and Boonenberg, two intertwined spirits. from hugs and compliments from fights and anger I am from family

I am from mountains from pine trees and snow from happy and sad, people of all sorts I am from Colorado.

I am from jokes and laughter from smiles from spirit and happiness I am from myself

I'm From By Billy Colman

I am from family from sisters from Ma and Papa from Grandpa from Little Ann and Old Dan

I am from Grandpa's shop from horehound and candy from betting and competition

I am from the river bottoms from hunting from hounds from failure and success from fear and bravery

I am from home.

Questions on "The Drive-in Movies" by Gary Soto

1. I used to set my alarm for 4:00 am, and go downstairs to watch tv. Usually, I'd fall asleep before I reached the tv. Once, I had to stop to rest on my short trip downstairs. I've learned since, that I am not a morning person. 2. He does chores and butter's his mother up.

Old Young Grandpa loves to Ellie won't listen to tell stories Grandpa's stories He is wise and The narrator loves his gives good advise grandfather very much Jeremiah is very Macon talks to Jeremiah kind and good and listens to his stories. to his family.