This comment is based on Clarence’s blog post entitled “Russian Ship Capsize”.
Good job in telling all about the current affairs in today’s world. I do definitely agree with you that money should not be saved at the expense of the lives of the people. From this and based on your character, you are one that likes to create or construct new stuff, especially since you are in CCA Robotics. However, maybe you could have added more information about how ships are built such that we could have gained in-depth knowledge about why the ship capsized, which will mean looking at the heavier side of events, in this case being the scientific part. Besides, maybe you could share your experience on a ship if you have sat one before in order to enhance a real visual imagery for your readers.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Term 3 Comment 5
This comment is based on Wei Ren’s blog post entitled “Holiday Reading (Book Review-Fortune’s Folly)”.
It’s great having students from our class to introduce good books to us but I would have felt that this book would not interest many people in our class since it is fantasy-based and I believe that minority of the people go for fantasy-based stories, instead we love adventure and science-fiction based stories. Besides, based on my experiences of reading a fantasy based book, it has no relation to our curriculum and the main purpose is for entertainment, which is something we are not looking for. Maybe you could have pointed out the themes of the story, which is not the genre of the story (fantasy) and share what you have learnt from this story such as writing techniques or morals even though it hardly appears in fantasy based books.
It’s great having students from our class to introduce good books to us but I would have felt that this book would not interest many people in our class since it is fantasy-based and I believe that minority of the people go for fantasy-based stories, instead we love adventure and science-fiction based stories. Besides, based on my experiences of reading a fantasy based book, it has no relation to our curriculum and the main purpose is for entertainment, which is something we are not looking for. Maybe you could have pointed out the themes of the story, which is not the genre of the story (fantasy) and share what you have learnt from this story such as writing techniques or morals even though it hardly appears in fantasy based books.
Term 3 Comment 4
This comment is based on Ming Fwu’s blog post entitled “The Gentleman”.
To start, I have no idea on why you say gentlemen are the elite class of the society. It seems weird because elite class of the society, being defined as by many people, are people that have succeeded in their careers and are bringing in huge bucks. The elite class of the society are respected by many since they can be seen as the highest tier in the social class table. Besides, it is questionable why you say that the priority of a gentleman is to be respected by the society? It makes it seem that one will only be a gentleman such as to be respected, why do some people be a gentleman, without any motives? Being a gentleman is up to one to decide whether he wants to or not because it is governed by virtues and how he wants to face and contribute to the society.
To start, I have no idea on why you say gentlemen are the elite class of the society. It seems weird because elite class of the society, being defined as by many people, are people that have succeeded in their careers and are bringing in huge bucks. The elite class of the society are respected by many since they can be seen as the highest tier in the social class table. Besides, it is questionable why you say that the priority of a gentleman is to be respected by the society? It makes it seem that one will only be a gentleman such as to be respected, why do some people be a gentleman, without any motives? Being a gentleman is up to one to decide whether he wants to or not because it is governed by virtues and how he wants to face and contribute to the society.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Term 3 Comment 3
This comment is based on Liak Ghee’s blog post entitled “Being a Gentleman”.
Maybe to add on to these points could be regarding my previous blog post (Term 3 Comment 2) about his actions. First, peer pressure, how would a gentleman tackle the problem of negative peer pressure? A gentleman should know what he is doing and definitely take the actions of N.A.H, preventing himself from succumbing to it. What about positive peer pressure such as the example described? It is up to him to decide really because a gentleman does not need to do well academically in order to be classified as a gentleman. Besides, should he want to pursue his interest, there is nothing wrong about it. However, he should always know his priority and take action accordingly. How would a gentleman then face parental pressure? This is a difficult issue to tackle, he needs to know that he should not disrespect his parents (such as when discussing with them), however, at the same time, protecting his interests and following their wishes.
Maybe to add on to these points could be regarding my previous blog post (Term 3 Comment 2) about his actions. First, peer pressure, how would a gentleman tackle the problem of negative peer pressure? A gentleman should know what he is doing and definitely take the actions of N.A.H, preventing himself from succumbing to it. What about positive peer pressure such as the example described? It is up to him to decide really because a gentleman does not need to do well academically in order to be classified as a gentleman. Besides, should he want to pursue his interest, there is nothing wrong about it. However, he should always know his priority and take action accordingly. How would a gentleman then face parental pressure? This is a difficult issue to tackle, he needs to know that he should not disrespect his parents (such as when discussing with them), however, at the same time, protecting his interests and following their wishes.
Term 3 Comment 2
This comment is based on Liak Ghee’s blog post entitled “Peer Pressure”.
To start, all the points you have mentioned are valid and these actions should be taken by all in order to prevent one from succumbing to peer pressure. However, are you sure that there is no peer pressure that cannot ever be overcome? To start, peer pressure may not always be negative, it could be positive as well. One example would be you are required to attend a sabbatical for one year, while your friends choose a course that is related to academics, allowing one to improve themselves academically, you have chosen a course that has no relation to academics at all and you are in the situation where your academics have been poor. Thus, which one will you choose? Maybe another question to ask would be: Will N.A.H work when you face parental pressure?
To start, all the points you have mentioned are valid and these actions should be taken by all in order to prevent one from succumbing to peer pressure. However, are you sure that there is no peer pressure that cannot ever be overcome? To start, peer pressure may not always be negative, it could be positive as well. One example would be you are required to attend a sabbatical for one year, while your friends choose a course that is related to academics, allowing one to improve themselves academically, you have chosen a course that has no relation to academics at all and you are in the situation where your academics have been poor. Thus, which one will you choose? Maybe another question to ask would be: Will N.A.H work when you face parental pressure?
Monday, July 4, 2011
Term 3 Comment 1
This comment is based on Wei Kiat’s blog post entitled “A True Gentleman”.
I have to agree with you that the definition of a gentleman from the dictionary is definitely wrong. However, I disagree with one point that you raised, you said that if a man was filthy but had a generous heart and possesses other qualities such as appropriate behaviour but look a filthy person indicates that he has no respect for himself, being sloppy about his appearance and does not mind how other people (the public) look at him. Thus, based on this scenario, he should not be classified as a gentleman
I have to agree with you that the definition of a gentleman from the dictionary is definitely wrong. However, I disagree with one point that you raised, you said that if a man was filthy but had a generous heart and possesses other qualities such as appropriate behaviour but look a filthy person indicates that he has no respect for himself, being sloppy about his appearance and does not mind how other people (the public) look at him. Thus, based on this scenario, he should not be classified as a gentleman
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Being a Gentleman
What does it takes for one to be a gentleman? As a councillor, we are aware that we should be one of the best in this school and definitely uphold the qualities of a gentleman. As a councillor, I have attended one such course before which pertains to the quality of a gentleman. That was with regards to the table manners, where we were given the opportunity to prove ourselves by showcasing the proper and right way to eat. We were asked to eat in a restaurant and we had been asked to dress like a gentleman, long-sleeved shirt with a pair of long black pants and tie. Before we began our meal, we had been given a course on how we should eat like a gentleman, telling us the different utensils on the table and which ones are meant to be used for the part of the meal, such as there was one for the appetiser, main course, dessert. We also learnt how to eat and how to hold the utensils (forks, spoons and glass cup) in a proper way.
To be a proper gentleman, one must possess the basic qualities which govern the moral values of one and abide by them. To be a gentleman is no easy task. Besides, it is crucial to keep up one’s appearance as well, you wouldn’t want yourself being unshaved and hair uncut, while your clothes are not ironed, living others with a bad impression on you. Most importantly, we need to know the right thing to do at the right time. Not only does this bring out your qualities as a gentleman, but it serves as respect to others as well.
To be a proper gentleman, one must possess the basic qualities which govern the moral values of one and abide by them. To be a gentleman is no easy task. Besides, it is crucial to keep up one’s appearance as well, you wouldn’t want yourself being unshaved and hair uncut, while your clothes are not ironed, living others with a bad impression on you. Most importantly, we need to know the right thing to do at the right time. Not only does this bring out your qualities as a gentleman, but it serves as respect to others as well.
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