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Debates and Diversions: Exploring Language and Philosophy in English 10

Dive into the world of debates, philosophy, and wordplay in English 10. From Aristotle to circumlocution, embrace the power of words and ideas. Explore how language shapes perceptions, and challenge yourself to think critically. This course will spark your curiosity and ignite your passion for literature and communication.

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Debates and Diversions: Exploring Language and Philosophy in English 10

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  1. English 10 - 10/24/11 • Do you feel that advice from older people carries a special weight because of the greater experience? An example? • How do you fix a tuba? • Circumlocution – talking around a subject rather than getting to the point. Usually due to embarrassment. Goals – Begin debates. Learn about scoring debates. Homework - none.

  2. English 10 - 10/25/11 • I have gained this by philosophy: that I do without being commanded what others do only from fear of the law. Aristotle. • Why did the toilet paper roll down the hill? • Cledonism – using circumlocution to avoid using certain words that are believed to be unlucky; e.g. “twelve, twelve plus one, fourteen….” Goals – Hold an excellent debate! Homework - none.

  3. English 10 - 10/26/11 • What impresses you in a debate and how do you keep your emotions out of your decisions? • What do “Alexander the Great” and “Winnie the Pooh” have in common? • Chiastic – inverting words in otherwise similar phrases; e.g. “He went to the door, to the door went he.” Goals – Complete more debates. Evaluate the quality of each role within the debate to determine the “winner.” Homework - none.

  4. English 10 - 10/27/11 • How much do you trust your own thoughts, attitudes, and inclinations in the face of public disapproval? • What is the difference between roast beef and pea soup? • Catagraph – first draft. Goals – Continue the debates! Talk about internet exchange if we have time. Homework - Don’t forget to study Vocabulary # 9 for quiz tomorrow.

  5. English 10 - 10/28/11 • Five minutes to prepare for your vocabulary Quiz #9. • Did you hear about the giant that threw up? • Cacography – Bad spelling, cramped or indistinct writing. Goals – Complete vocabulary study for week 9. Think about the poem of the week. Homework - none.

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