Blog Entry 9 - Marriage/Wedding Traditions

For this blog entry, I would like you to find out about an interesting/unusual marriage or wedding tradition from around the world.  What do people do as part of this tradition?  Which country (or countries) practice this tradition?  Why do people do it?  Please post this entry by Wednesday, July 5.

Blog Entry 8 - Opinion

In the unit 6 writing assignment, you have to give your opinion about ecotourism.  For this blog entry, I'd like you to give your opinion about something else.  Please write about a book, movie or TV show you enjoy.  Why do you like it?  What is interesting/funny/exciting (etc.) about it?  Who do you recommend this book/movie/TV show for?  Please post this entry by Wednesday, June 28.

Blog Entry 7 - Travel

Unit 6 in the textbook talks about travel and tourism.  For this blog entry, you are going to write about a unique or interesting tourist destination in your home country.  Describe some details about the place - what can people see or do there?  When is the best time to visit?  Why is it so popular?  Feel free to use lots of adjectives!  Please post this entry by Wednesday, June 21.

Blog Entry 6 - Comparison

Unit 4 talks about comparing men's and women's speech, and English vs. other languages.  For this blog entry, you are going to compare pets.  In your opinion, which pet is better - cats or dogs?  Please give some specific reasons for your answer.