https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1 1) With your group, for each prompt, type up what your thesis would be if you had to actually write one for a real essay. (Use ONE person’s computer and put all your group members’ names on your posts). 2) For the two prompts, your group must vote on the best thesis and give that thesis a "like." (You only get one, so give it out wisely. You cannot vote for your own). en-us 2019-04-03 01:19:45 UTC 2019-04-12 00:20:24 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598589 To qualify this statement, in "Oliver's Evolution" people don't really change unless they make to effort to.]]> 2019-04-04 16:05:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598589 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598618 The statement, "People don't really change. They stay mostly the same person throughout their lifetime" is disproved in "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike. This is shown through Oliver's drastic change from a misfortune delinquent, to a well-functioning, responsible adult.]]> 2019-04-04 16:05:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598618 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598719 The Novel, "Oliver's Evolution" , by John Updikeproves the claim that people stay mostly the same person throughout their lives. This is shown through Oliver's tolerant and optimistic attitude despite the many mishaps he encounters. He never blames anyone for the misadventures he endures.  ]]> 2019-04-04 16:05:45 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598719 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598747 In the flash fiction "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike disproves the statement "People don't really change. They stay mostly the same person throughout their lifetime". This is shown when Oliver is  described as weak and reckless at the beginning, and surefooted and strong at the end.]]> 2019-04-04 16:05:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598747 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598807 2019-04-04 16:05:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348598807 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348599000 The story "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike modifies the statement "People don't really change. They stay mostly the same person throughout their lifetime." The story instead shows that while people's identities don't truly change, their relationships will change throughout their life.]]> 2019-04-04 16:06:13 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348599000 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348599269 In Oliver's Evolution by John Updike, he suggests that when people evolve, it may lead to some aspects of their life changing, while others remain the same, dependent upon their situations. This modifies the claim, "People don't really change. They stay mostly the same person throughout their lifetime"]]> 2019-04-04 16:06:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348599269 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348599436 The flash fiction "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike presents the theme of "Oftentimes, people are not defined by their upbringing."  Updike uses pathos, characterization, and imagery.]]> 2019-04-04 16:07:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348599436 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348599832 The theme of "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike is that people are often irresponsible when expected to be irresponsible. People become responsible when expected to be responsible. The author develops this theme through landmark moments in Oliver's life, and the context of those moments. ]]> 2019-04-04 16:07:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348599832 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348601681 In Oliver's Evolution by John Updike, he implies that people can learn from and endure hardships of the past, in order to better themselves for the future. ]]> 2019-04-04 16:11:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348601681 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348601714 "Oliver's Evolution" reveals that one tends to receive a change when they put in work and are determine to make a change.]]> 2019-04-04 16:11:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348601714 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348602251 The text, "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike displays the theme that people's actions are often a product of their environment when they are influenced by parental figures. This is shown by the author's use of imagery when describing Oliver's mishaps as a result of his parent's inconsiderate actions.]]> 2019-04-04 16:12:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348602251 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348604187 In "Oliver's Evolution," John Updike develops the theme that when people persevere through adversity, they can become stronger and are able to adapt to difficult situations. He does this through the use of descriptive language, tone shift, and sympathetic characters.]]> 2019-04-04 16:16:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348604187 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348605061 The text "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike shows the theme that people who grow up in an abusive childhood will probably be scarred from there past and then likely would not change from it. ]]> 2019-04-04 16:18:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348605061 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348938262 The story "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike disproves the statement, "People don't really change. They stay mostly the same person throughout their lifetime." This is shown when Oliver is described as a reckless and irresponsible person in the beginning of the story then is described at the end of the story as a strong supporter for his family.]]> 2019-04-05 14:16:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348938262 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348939445 The story "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike shows the theme that the more a person perseveres through obstacles, the better that will turn out as later in their life. This is proven through the use of characterization, tone shifts, and descriptive language.]]> 2019-04-05 14:19:12 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/348939445 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349341915 The story "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike disproves the following statement. This is shown when the story describes Oliver as a careless, reckless, and troubled at the beginning, but over time, changes to a more stable, providing member of society.]]> 2019-04-08 02:26:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349341915 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349344163 "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike reveals a theme in that perseverance allows any individual to overcome obstacles. This is done with the use of characterization and diction.]]> 2019-04-08 02:39:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349344163 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349398389 "Oliver's Evolution" written by John Updike disproves the statement: People don't really change. They stay mostly the same person throughout their lifetime." This is shown in the story when Oliver goes from being a troublesome child and irresponsible, reckless young adult, to becoming a responsible and loving father.]]> 2019-04-08 08:28:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349398389 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349400208 The theme of "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike is that a person's childhood does not always shape the way they live the rest of their lives. John Updike shows this in his story by using imagery to describe events in Oliver's rough childhood, and then using powerful diction at the end of the story to describe Oliver as an adult.]]> 2019-04-08 08:36:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349400208 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349433074 People who have had experiences that make them weak eventually become strong.]]> 2019-04-08 11:11:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349433074 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349434518 The story "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike disproves the statement making it people become stronger after time.]]> 2019-04-08 11:16:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349434518 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349435127 The story "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike shows the theme that experiences may have short-term and long-term affects that oppose each other.]]> 2019-04-08 11:19:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/349435127 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/351003225 The short story "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike disproves the claim that people do not change throughout their lifetime. This is shown when Oliver becomes a responsible adult after being a neglected and irresponsible child.]]> 2019-04-12 00:14:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/351003225 https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/351003793 The short story "Oliver's Evolution" by John Updike has the theme of people adapting to their environments. This is shown by the author's use of imagery, descriptive language, and specific diction in the text.]]> 2019-04-12 00:17:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jfike15/juk664pbbws1/wish/351003793