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Thursday 25 September 2014

Rich Task WK10 - Quaid and Deziree

This is our Rich Task for WK10 . It is called 'Place of Origin'

Quaid - Food

Cultural Celebration

When funerals occur, my family and I always show up at the marae. Although this is a very sad occasion, we need to celebrate the life of whoever passed away. We can celebrate this through food.

We have lots of food at funerals because it’s a good way to honour someones life. We have hangi, which usually has kumara, wild pig and sometimes ham in it. Before we eat, we say grace.  We also have our food in any order (not a sequence).

I always start with the peaches. They are a nice appetizer for me. Then I move onto the chicken and potatoes. Finally, I have the salad that my Aunty George has prepared earlier. There are two rules while eating. Make sure you have enough and to not have fizzy drinks until after you’ve eaten.

With over 60 people attending these services, someone always has to do the dishes. Being the youngest in the family, I always have to wash and dry the dishes. I don’t think that they fully understand the meaning and purpose of the dishwasher!

When someone passes away in our family, we are always willing to help. Whether it’s by doing the dishes, sweeping, making beds, or just comforting the family, it all is a big help to them.
Although this is a very sad and emotional time for the family, food is a great way to honour a life.

Quaid

Tuesday 23 September 2014

Quaid - Favourite Movie

Favourite Movie


What is your all-time favorite movie and why? Write 3-4 paragraphs persuading readers to watch this film.

Titanic

Do you like emotional, sophisticated and adventure movies. If you do , I know you will like this movie. It is a horrific perspective of what it would’ve been like on the tragic day. Using real footage and imagination to create a wonderful movie.

Many people like to create movies, stories and video’s about their opinions , but I think the book that best sells the reader is the Gordan Korman series. There are 3 books and each one takes you on an adventure. It specifically describes the values and emotions of every person aboard.

My favourite part is the bit when it sinks. I know that sounds a bit rude, but that is the part when all emotions are on play. Also, when the RMS Titanic sunk, it shows how real it is and that this is the reality of many peoples lives.

Many people died on this day and it is celebrated through the Great RMS Titanic Aniversary. If you do enjoy this movie, then you should try the 9/11 by Gordan Korman. I give this book/movie a 10/10 for its interesting features.




Thursday 4 September 2014

Quaid - The Gift

The gift...
Its been 2 hours. Have they forgotten? Its my birthday for crying out loud! I began to think they haven’t remembered until...
“Happy Birthday Quaid” sings everybody in a harmonic voice. “This is for, uh, you” screeches Kyra.
“Thank you!” I pronounce in a happy tone.

Could it be? Is it really...! The best present ever! A limited edition toy robot that can adjust any body part in a slow motion. This is what I need to complete the series.