English Lesson 179: What Would Jesus REALLY Do?

Introduction: Almost every Christian has probably heard of the famous phrase "what would Jesus do?" Very few know where it came from. In His Steps by Charles Sheldon was first published in 1896 and has since sold over 50 million copies. Unfortunately. Within the foundation of the book is a major flaw which completely ruins …

English Lesson 155: Three Major Problems with this Socialist Novel

Looking Backward: 2000-1887 by Edward Bellamy was one of the most ridiculous books I have ever read. It was written in 1887, and the majority of the story (if something with no plot can even be called that) takes place in the year 2000. However, it is not the year 2000 we remember today, but …

English Lesson 142: Should Fast Food Restaurants be Forced to Provide Warning Labels? (both sides)

Argument for YES: Fast food is really bad for you. Most people know this, but they don't understand just how bad it is. Plus, while searching for convenience, sometimes they don't think about all the negative side effects. Fast food restaurants need to provide warning labels so customers fully understand the negative consequences. If fast …

English Lesson 140: Should the 2nd Amendment Give Citizens the Right to Own Assault Weaponry?

Because the 2nd Amendment was ratified so long ago, many people say that it no longer applicable. Though weapons are much different, it is just as important today as it was back then, if not even more so. Contrary to popular belief, as weapons become more powerful, the 2nd Amendment becomes more essential. All weapons, …

English Lesson 139: Should Students be Able to Listen to Music on Headphones While Studying?

Just about anyone would agree that studying is not fun. It is often tedious, boring, and even awkwardly silent. I mean, who would want to sit in a classroom for hours on end, staring hopelessly at their school work? Studying is very important, but it can be quite frustrating to go through. I think we …

English Lesson 138: Should Celebrities who Break the Law Face Stricter Penalties?

Penalties for crimes have been a topic of debate and discussion for almost as long as crime has existed. When thinking about this, an interesting question comes up. Should celebrities and the rich face stricter penalties? Celebrities work hard to achieve their status. They should not be punished more because they have something (which they …

English Lesson 135: Is Homeschooling Beneficial for Students?

Many people are immediately repulsed by the word "homeschooler." Being homeschooled myself, I know a lot about the lifestyle, and I can tell you right now that it is probably much different than what you thought. Though I wake up later than my public schooled friends, I am able to get just as much, if …

English Lesson 134: Should Cities offer free Public Wi-Fi?

Wouldn't it be nice if Wi-Fi and access to the internet were free for everyone? What if everyone got premium services for free? Whenever questions like these comes forth, another is soon asked. Why doesn't the government just provide it for us? We're all paying for it anyways! No one should have to work in …

English Lesson 132: Struggles of Doing your Own Laundry

Some people really don't like doing their own laundry. If you're anything like me, you may feel like the work never ends. Doing laundry has been tedious, troublesome, and even traumatic for me. Sometimes, I felt like I was being put through torcher by the soft garments. I myself can testify: it is simply terrible! …

English Lessons 127-130: Attention Grabbing Introduction Paragraphs

1. Why hamburgers are better than hotdogs (declarative opening) Hotdogs and hamburgers have been rivals since the modern grill was invented. Though similar in a few ways, each is very different. And so, a very important question arises. The question everyone has been asking, and will be asking for many years to come: which is …