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Another American Dream By Elena Rehberg The American Dream was an idea presented to the American people that all are provided with equal opportunity in order to aid them in achieving their dreams and aspirations. Essentially, most people's drive comes from their desire to be wealthy, and in that, find comfort to live freely. This idea is depicted throughout the novel, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. In a culture containing individuals adhering to the ideals of the American Dream, the 1920's was thriving. As of today, March 17th, 2019, I am a high school student, a daughter, and a friend. These are the things I pride myself on today, but my American Dream is far from fulfilled. As many of the people in America during the 1920's when Fitzgerald was writing, I too am seeking a path that will empower me to be the best I can (and let's be honest - to make as much money as I can). The Great Gatsby  contains a multitude of messages about what the American...

Offred's Back Again?? (IOC) By Elena Rehberg  The Passage The Recording https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jx86dCH9OrdybHQ__-lQmciLjBxzyui9/view?usp=sharing (I missed the whole thing about saying your name at the beginning and cutting off at ten minutes... I'm sorry) The Grading Criterion A Score: 7/10 The commentary shows very good knowledge and understanding of the text; comments are supported by well-chosen references to the text.  I marked myself in this section at the lower end because while I did demonstrate a good amount of knowledge and understanding, I think I lacked in explaining some context of the novel, as well as providing a little more background to Atwood's time period.  Criterion B Score: 6/10 There is adequate awareness and illustration of the use of literary features, with understanding of their effects on the reader. For criterion B, I marked myself in the higher end of the adequate section because I got a little scat...