SNO Online Papers

Westlake High School-The Featherduster

Story 1: "The phenomenon of Donald Trump"

1. Who wrote the story? Conor O'Bryon

2. What is their story about? The story is about how Trump may be the most popular political figure right now, but there will be inevitable backlash if he is elected.

3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing. "Trump has surprised everyone with his sudden popularity in the polls. Even though he has been extremely successful in his real-estate endeavors, politics might not be his forte."

4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?

Yes, most of the story was about Trumps supporters and the campaign they're buying into.

5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion. No, they were not wishy washy. It was a very well written article that saw all aspects of Donald Trumps candidacy.

6. Are there any quotes in the story?

No outside quotes were included in the story.

7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)? 3rd person

Austin High- The Maroon

Story 2: "I don't want to go to college"

1. Who wrote the story?

Lauren Mangold

2. What is their story about?

The story is about the well known "Senioritis" that had contributed to the "learned helplessness" that the Senior Students are experiencing.

3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing. "Senioritis is kicking in. And let me tell you, it isn’t like a slow growing virus that starts with symptoms and continues to worsen, but more like a fast spreading disease with all the possible symptoms at once."

4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?

No, the main focus was on those students who are experiencing this.

5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion. The article was not wishy washy, it stuck to it's message.

6. Are there any quotes in the story? There were no quotes in this story.

7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)? 1st person

Akins High School- The Eagle's Eye

Story 3: "Is a 4 year school the best place for everyone?"

1. Who wrote the story?

Mark Vallejo and Hannah Kerns

2. What is their story about?

The story is about the prospect of community college better suiting some students that can do better, but want the more affordable option.

3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing. "College is college no matter where you go. If they offer college credit and the ability to transfer to a university to finish getting your degree, I don’t think it should be looked down upon at all because in the end, it’s still college."

4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?

Yes, the story addressed students attending a state school.

5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion. They were not wishy washy, they story was very direct.

6. Are there any quotes in the story?

Yes, there was one other student that spoke about ACC.

7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)? 1st person