Choose a vocabulary word that resonates with you personally. Write a blog post explaining why this word is significant to you, including any personal memories or experiences that link you to the word.

 Prompt Response: One vocabulary words that resonates with me personally is 'gibberish'. I have always loved this word for how ridiculous it sounds, and how the word perfectly depicts it's meaning. I am very glad that we have gotten the opportunity to learn about it and have it as one of our vocab words for this week.

Summary: Today we analyzed a Martin Luther King speech.

Reflection: Today I learned how many important figures in history use rhetorical appeals and devices.

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