Checkpoint 4: Political Action Tracker

Description:

• For this checkpoint, you will track the actions you take and reflect on them. For each action, you need to include:
• Evidence of the action being taken. This could include, but is not limited to:
  • Photograph of you taking the action
  • Video of you taking the action
  • Audio recording of an interview / conversation / etc.
  • Copy of flyers/letters/etc. you make
  • Screenshot of proof of action (i.e. your signature on a petition, your membership confirmation to an advocacy group, etc.)
• You will get feedback on the Cognitive Skill:
  • Making Connections and Inferences

My Issue is… Gun Violence

Action 1: reduce easy access to dangerous weapons.

What was this action? What did you do?

 

In this section, place any evidence you collected of your action.

 

Reflection on the Action

Reflect on this action in a paragraph of at least 5-7 sentences.

• Based on the evidence and results of your action, wha9t conclusions can you draw about your issue?

Action 1: Implement stricter gun control laws

What was this action? What did you do?

Gun violence is a significant problem in many parts of the world, and it can take many forms, including homicides, suicides, mass shootings, and accidental shootings. It can have devastating effects on individuals, families, and communities, and it is a complex issue with multiple causes and contributing factors.

In this section, place any evidence you collected of your action.

Reflection on the Action

Reflect on this action in a paragraph of at least 5-7 sentences.

Based on the evidence and results of your action, wha9t conclusions can you draw about your issue?

Literary Analysis Outline

I. Introduction Paragraph

A. Thesis Statement: Saki uses irony, symbolism, and characterization to thematically suggest that the mantra of 'better late than never' is not always so true.

II. Body Paragraph #1

A. Topic Sentence Device: Irony

B. Evidence

C. Explanation

III. Body Paragraph #2

A. Topic Sentence Device: Symbolism

B. Evidence

C. Explanation

Which explanation belongs in body paragraph #2?

A. Saki characterizes the hatred of the two men to contrast the friendship that is created later. 

B. They symbolize the revenge of Nature on two men who have treated Nature like personal property.

C. This turn of events is in itself ironic; both intended to murder the other, not become friends.

Make an action plan for gun violence