*I have finished the book*
Lena in high school would most definitely be in the sporty category. She runs cross country and has been doing so for a while. She could also be in a popular clique, because she is best friends with Hana. The author describes Hana as someone I would imagine as popular, and since Lena is Hana's best friend, Lena could be considered popular.
I think that Lena would also be a good student. She wouldn't stand out as the best (she said she is average in every way but her height), but she would do okay. She would get A's and B's, turn in most of her work on time, listen in class (most of the time), etc. I think Lena would enjoy school because it gives her a chance to be with her friends and escape her home life for while (considering I would want to escape Jenny too). Lena probably would do well in school because she didn't meet Alex until right before she graduated. She might have been slacking a little bit close to the end, but I bet everyone just thought it was evaluation nerves.
Lena just graduated high school about halfway through the book. She interacted pretty well with the other girls at her school, but only if she wanted to. If Lena didn't like someone, her and Hana often judged that person based on who they thought they were. For example, they judged Allison Doveney as a snooty, rude girl, who's name eventually sort of saved Lena.
Friday, April 29, 2016
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Discussion Summary ( Group 5 B )
Spoiler alert! We Finished the book!!
Okay so today during discussion time we talked about a lot! We spoke about how we thought that Lena's mom wasn't in the Wilds were Alex is, and she isn't crazy. We also talked about if we thought that Lena was going to get the cure. We finished the book and in this book she didn't but then when we read the intro to the other book we think that she did. Also we talked about how if we were Hana we would have gone to run away with Lena and Alex. Also we talked about how Rachel, Lena's sister, isn't really trying to help her because they don't care about them really, and so they are just trying to protect themselves. We also talked about how if Lena did get the cure, would it work? We said no because she has that love that her mom gave her and Alex loved her too.
Okay so today during discussion time we talked about a lot! We spoke about how we thought that Lena's mom wasn't in the Wilds were Alex is, and she isn't crazy. We also talked about if we thought that Lena was going to get the cure. We finished the book and in this book she didn't but then when we read the intro to the other book we think that she did. Also we talked about how if we were Hana we would have gone to run away with Lena and Alex. Also we talked about how Rachel, Lena's sister, isn't really trying to help her because they don't care about them really, and so they are just trying to protect themselves. We also talked about how if Lena did get the cure, would it work? We said no because she has that love that her mom gave her and Alex loved her too.
Discussion Summary (group 5c)
*Spoiler Alert: We finished the Book*
Our discussion today was mainly about how we felt about the end of the book. Overall our group agreed that the ending was horrible.We thought that the author should have left a better Cliff hanger that would lead us into the next book.We talked about how we thought Graces big moment to talk was stunning and amazing and how she is one of our favorite characters along with Hana. We also talked about the relationship between the two lovebirds Alex and Lena some of us thought that they kissed to much for the type of book. We also talked about how we plan to enjoy the rest of the series and the many other books tied to Delirium.
Our discussion today was mainly about how we felt about the end of the book. Overall our group agreed that the ending was horrible.We thought that the author should have left a better Cliff hanger that would lead us into the next book.We talked about how we thought Graces big moment to talk was stunning and amazing and how she is one of our favorite characters along with Hana. We also talked about the relationship between the two lovebirds Alex and Lena some of us thought that they kissed to much for the type of book. We also talked about how we plan to enjoy the rest of the series and the many other books tied to Delirium.
(2b) Discussion Summary
We all think being with Alex makes Lena happy. We also all believe that Lena will run away, so she doesn't have to get the procedure. Our group isn't quite sure when Gracie will talk, but we think she will eventually. I think we would all be confused if we were in Lena's shoes, and we all think that Alex is good for Lena. Our book Delirium, makes us all scared and happy at the same time. We all rated this book very high on the scale, and we all plan on reading the next book in the trilogy. We all love how Hana sticks up for Lena, and if we were in Lena's shoes, we would all love Alex.
Monday, April 25, 2016
Character Conversation (Alanna B.)
If I could talk to my main character I would probably say "Lena, I am so sorry that this has happened to you. I know you're scared. I know you don't know where Alex is, but it is going to be okay. You cannot stop fighting this, you have to keep trying. Keep your cool and don't let them know that you are probably going to resist, just act like you are happy that they "helped" you. I know you can get out of this. Don't give up."
I chose to say this because I think it is very important that Lena doesn't give up at this point. If she gives up now, then everything her and Alex did would be pointless. I also wanted to include some "strategic warfare" in their, like pretending that she is happy, so that it will be easier for Lena to escape. I really wanted to say this to her like this because the choppiness makes it more intense. I would hope that Lena would take it more seriously that way because she really needs to realize that this situation has to be executed very seriously if she wants to get out of her house.
I also would say things such as "I know you're scared." and "I am so sorry..." to show sympathy and compassion for Lena. In scary times like these, people just need someone to tell them that it will be okay. Lena needs some sort of reassurance to help her through this tough situation, something to give her hope. I REALLY like this book, and I can't wait to see what Lena does next! I really hope Lena can find her way through this tough situation!
I also would say things such as "I know you're scared." and "I am so sorry..." to show sympathy and compassion for Lena. In scary times like these, people just need someone to tell them that it will be okay. Lena needs some sort of reassurance to help her through this tough situation, something to give her hope. I REALLY like this book, and I can't wait to see what Lena does next! I really hope Lena can find her way through this tough situation!
Lena( Emma H.)
LENA
Lena why are you so mean to Alex he is just trying to help you. You always question his relationship like if he loves you or if he even cares about you? Another thing why are you so unsure about your decisions like when you first met Alex you were very unsure, but then suddenly felt safe? How come you are so afraid of being an invalid and if you are afraid why don't you talk to Alex about it. One last thing what has made you come out of your shell? Alex, Hana, You?
The reason I would ask these things are simple, for one its because of all your actions and how you act. Another question how is your cousin doing you never seem to talk about her anymore? Also why do you never talk about your mom, is the topic too sad? What I guess I am trying to say is that I have a lot of questions and sometimes I just get plain mad at you. It isn't that I don't like you I just sometimes don't agree with your actions.
Overall Lena you are a quiet girl, but not afraid to be loud around friends, which kinda confuses me. How come you are always unsure of yourself and kinda shy? Why do you get so mad at Alex? Are you really sure it is a good idea to go into the wilds? How many times will it take for you to finally trust Alex?
Makayla G.- Main Conflict- Blog Post #2
I believe the main conflict in delirium would be man vs. society. I believe this because she feels towards the middle/ end that love is not bad. Although, the regulators think that love is bad. They banded love because they think that love harms people. They think that because people have committed suicide, or are just really depressed in the past.
Although, I think they are doing more harm buy out ruling love. I think this because they actually kill people that have love or they seriously hurt them. That or they lock them up and starve them, stuff like that. I think it would be a lot simpler if they allow love.
I believe a second conflict would be man vs. man. I think this because she tries to avoid the fact that she loves Alex. She's like beating herself up because she doesn't want to turn out like her mom. Her mom fell in love and they all assume that she died. So she's keeping it all in which is hurting her even more.
Although, I think they are doing more harm buy out ruling love. I think this because they actually kill people that have love or they seriously hurt them. That or they lock them up and starve them, stuff like that. I think it would be a lot simpler if they allow love.
I believe a second conflict would be man vs. man. I think this because she tries to avoid the fact that she loves Alex. She's like beating herself up because she doesn't want to turn out like her mom. Her mom fell in love and they all assume that she died. So she's keeping it all in which is hurting her even more.
Makayla G.- Main Character - Blog post #4
I would like to meet Alex. I would mention how brave he is. I would say that he risks his life many times for Lena. Also, how he is so sweet to her. I love how he has a brave personality but he also has a soft personality. I like that because you never know if he is going to be like brave or sweet.
I would say that because I thought it made a big impact in the book. The way that he changes personality traits is really amazing. He is also funny and nice. He just has so many traits to keep up with sometimes. If he wasn't laughing and smiling all the time or if he wasn't brave the book would be totally different. Lena and Alex probably wouldn't of fell in love and it wouldn't be the same story.
I love this character. He is my favorite character in the book. He would not be the same with different personality traits. I think that Alex is brave and soft at the same time and it suits him.
I would say that because I thought it made a big impact in the book. The way that he changes personality traits is really amazing. He is also funny and nice. He just has so many traits to keep up with sometimes. If he wasn't laughing and smiling all the time or if he wasn't brave the book would be totally different. Lena and Alex probably wouldn't of fell in love and it wouldn't be the same story.
I love this character. He is my favorite character in the book. He would not be the same with different personality traits. I think that Alex is brave and soft at the same time and it suits him.
(Marisa G.) What Would I Say To Lena?
I would tell Lena that she should stop being so scared and loosen up a little.She shouldn't be afraid to stand up for what's right. I understand that she loves Alex but if it means that she is putting herself in danger she shouldn't put herself at that kind of risk.I do love Lena as a character but she is not my favorite.She needs to stop letting her feelings get in the way of her finding her mother and getting to the wilds safely.
Lena is a strong character who can act weak.She lets her feelings get in the way of what she needs to do.I would also tell Lena to put her personal feelings aside and go find her mother.She needs to be more independent and find the strength she needs inside herself not from Alex.Lena is weak but has to find out somehow to become strong for what she might face in the future.
The last few things I would tell Lena is she needs to do what's right for herself.She relies to much on Alex and Hana to save her. She may what to escape Portland but she keeps putting everyone else in danger to do it.Lena needs to use what her mother said to her advantage.She needs to remember that people love her and no one can take that away.
Lena is a strong character who can act weak.She lets her feelings get in the way of what she needs to do.I would also tell Lena to put her personal feelings aside and go find her mother.She needs to be more independent and find the strength she needs inside herself not from Alex.Lena is weak but has to find out somehow to become strong for what she might face in the future.
The last few things I would tell Lena is she needs to do what's right for herself.She relies to much on Alex and Hana to save her. She may what to escape Portland but she keeps putting everyone else in danger to do it.Lena needs to use what her mother said to her advantage.She needs to remember that people love her and no one can take that away.
Rating Lena
*I'm on Page 405*
Towards the very beginning of the book, I was definitely considering Lena more towards the weaker side of the spectrum. Now that I've read more into the book and gotten closer to the end of the book, I would without a doubt put Lena on the strong end. Why? Well, first off, do you realize how brave she is? I mean she snuck out after curfew practically every night and broke TONS of rules. Can you even imagine the punishments that would be endured if people knew what she did. From where I'm at, the regualtors don't even know the half of it. She also continues to do all of these things even though she realizes that it could be punishable by death. DEATH. I definitely think Lena is an extremely strong character.
Everyone in my group agrees with me, but some of the people in different hours had Lena all the way on the weaker end of the continuum. I couldn't even begin to understand their reasoning unless they weren't very far into the book. I think Lena has moved up the scale quite a bit since the beginning of the book and I think she will continue to move throughout the last chapters of the book.
Towards the very beginning of the book, I was definitely considering Lena more towards the weaker side of the spectrum. Now that I've read more into the book and gotten closer to the end of the book, I would without a doubt put Lena on the strong end. Why? Well, first off, do you realize how brave she is? I mean she snuck out after curfew practically every night and broke TONS of rules. Can you even imagine the punishments that would be endured if people knew what she did. From where I'm at, the regualtors don't even know the half of it. She also continues to do all of these things even though she realizes that it could be punishable by death. DEATH. I definitely think Lena is an extremely strong character.
Everyone in my group agrees with me, but some of the people in different hours had Lena all the way on the weaker end of the continuum. I couldn't even begin to understand their reasoning unless they weren't very far into the book. I think Lena has moved up the scale quite a bit since the beginning of the book and I think she will continue to move throughout the last chapters of the book.
Strong to weak
I rated lena in between the middle and strong because she isn't afraid to run away to the wilds. She is even brave enough to sneak out past curfew almost every night. Lena is brave and strong. She isn't afraid to break the rules for something(or someone) she feels is worth the risk.
Most of our group put lena near the strong section. We all felt the same. We feel that lena is a strong and powerful young women and we believe she will do great things. Though sometimes she is scared she will always do the right thing.
Yes, I believe that lena will continue to move up on the scale until she is directly on the strong section. lena started out weak but has progressed quickly to be more strong. I think that she will be even more strong by the end of the book.
Most of our group put lena near the strong section. We all felt the same. We feel that lena is a strong and powerful young women and we believe she will do great things. Though sometimes she is scared she will always do the right thing.
Yes, I believe that lena will continue to move up on the scale until she is directly on the strong section. lena started out weak but has progressed quickly to be more strong. I think that she will be even more strong by the end of the book.
(Emma V.) Conversation With Lena
Dear Lena,
How are you? I feel like you are a different person! Ever since you met Alex, you have been so more outgoing and confident! How does he make you feel? I know you feel a lot more happy and beautiful, but how has him being around affected you in other ways?
How are you felling about your procedure being so close? Are you nervous? I don't understand why you won't just run to the Wilds with Alex! He could take care of you, and you guys could be together for the rest of your lives! Are you scared, or have you just not thought about it?
Lena, I feel like you are a very good person! I just wish you would follow your heart. If you would just do what you truly want, you could be so happy! I know you are happy now, but imagine how much happier you could be if you would follow your heart! I can't wait to hear back from you!
Sincerely,
Emma Vejraska
How are you? I feel like you are a different person! Ever since you met Alex, you have been so more outgoing and confident! How does he make you feel? I know you feel a lot more happy and beautiful, but how has him being around affected you in other ways?
How are you felling about your procedure being so close? Are you nervous? I don't understand why you won't just run to the Wilds with Alex! He could take care of you, and you guys could be together for the rest of your lives! Are you scared, or have you just not thought about it?
Lena, I feel like you are a very good person! I just wish you would follow your heart. If you would just do what you truly want, you could be so happy! I know you are happy now, but imagine how much happier you could be if you would follow your heart! I can't wait to hear back from you!
Sincerely,
Emma Vejraska
Talk to Your Character (EmilyK)
I would say, "Lena, why do you not want ot get the procedure just because of Alex. Your life was perfectly fine before he showed up and you just fell for him. You could have been a regular girl just waiting to get her procedure done but you just had to defy everything and decide that you love him. This is your only place where you have a home and once you get the procedure done you won't have to feel pain or anything and then you can have a happy normal life. I know that you really love him but think about it, you don't want to end up like your mother and have the disease and end up having the procedure a bunch of times and end up killing yourself and by loving Alex, it's a one way street to becoming like your mother." I would say this because I believe that Alex is the whole reason that Lena is becoming like her mother and falling in love and not wanting to do anything society says to do.
I would ask her this. "Lena, when was the last time you stopped to think, hey I am not following the rules at all and I never wanted to be like my mother but in a way, I am. Why am I doing this to myself?" "How come you let yourself free and just love Alex. You used to be a very follow the rules type of girl and now you just want to throw everything away? Your life, your secured future?" I would say this to her because I liked it when she was a calm girl who would never imagine this to happen to her and I just don't want her making a decision that makes everyone think she ended up just like her mother even though Lena's last thing she would want to be is her mother.
Lastly I would ask her " Why do you think that Hana is covering all of this up for you? She wasn't really into it when you told her and now she's will to say that you are sleeping over at her house when really you're sneaking out. I think you should ask about that." I would say this to her because Hana used to not like Lena and Alex "dating" but now she is willing to cover up? I think that in the end something sneaky will happen with Hana and her whole relationship with Lena could be ruined.
What Would I Say To Lena? (Ryley W)
If I had the chance to talk to Lena, I would probably end up getting quite upset. I understand that Alex and her are in love, but that is messing up so much in her life. She can't focus on her future or worry about how her life will be with Brian Scharff. I am upset and scared for her. When the day of her procedure comes, I don't know what she is going to do. I don't know if Lena is going to go through with it and live how they are supposed to live, or if Lena is going to run away to be with Alex. This is frustrating because she doesn't know either and it is making the process that much harder for her to handle.
I would tell Lena that she needs to figure out what she is going to do about everything and that she needs to do it fast. She can't wait until the last day to make up her mind. That would ruin Alex, and if I were her, I wouldn't want to ruin the man I love. I would probably get mad at her for breaking so many rules and getting so close to being caught. I think Lena should think more about what she is going to do and its consequences before she does it. If Alex and her get caught, they would be sent off to the Crypt and probably would be killed. I just want her to think about the consequences of the choices she's making before she decides to do something she could regret.
I am very happy for Lena though, and I would probably tell her that also. I love how Alex and her are together, and that they're breaking the rules. You probably think I'm crazy having opinions on both sides of this problem, but it's hard not to. You love them when they are together and you're mad at them for being together. I want Lena to be happy, but I don't want her, or Alex, to be caught. Part of me hopes she goes through with the procedure, and the other part hopes she stays with Alex and runs away to the Wilds. I really hope Lena makes up her mind sooner rather than later so she doesn't break Alex. She needs to explain her decision to him so that he understands. I am interested to see what will happen between Lena and Alex, and I hope she makes the right decision.
I would tell Lena that she needs to figure out what she is going to do about everything and that she needs to do it fast. She can't wait until the last day to make up her mind. That would ruin Alex, and if I were her, I wouldn't want to ruin the man I love. I would probably get mad at her for breaking so many rules and getting so close to being caught. I think Lena should think more about what she is going to do and its consequences before she does it. If Alex and her get caught, they would be sent off to the Crypt and probably would be killed. I just want her to think about the consequences of the choices she's making before she decides to do something she could regret.
I am very happy for Lena though, and I would probably tell her that also. I love how Alex and her are together, and that they're breaking the rules. You probably think I'm crazy having opinions on both sides of this problem, but it's hard not to. You love them when they are together and you're mad at them for being together. I want Lena to be happy, but I don't want her, or Alex, to be caught. Part of me hopes she goes through with the procedure, and the other part hopes she stays with Alex and runs away to the Wilds. I really hope Lena makes up her mind sooner rather than later so she doesn't break Alex. She needs to explain her decision to him so that he understands. I am interested to see what will happen between Lena and Alex, and I hope she makes the right decision.
What Would I Say To My Main Character? (Georgia)
I would tell Lena to not be afraid to rebel against the rules, and to follow what her heart is telling her to do. She seems to be the only one besides Alex and Hana that realizes that what the government is telling them are lies. Love really isn't a disease, and now she realizes that. The world also needs to realize this, so that's why I would tell her that. I would also tell her that because if she doesn't do anything about it, she would lead a boring life and never get to do what she actually wants to do.
If she got cured, she also would never get to see Alex or feel the same way about him as she did before the procedure. She would lose all of her feelings toward Hana and Gracie as well. She wouldn't have any real friends because all she would know is order. This is affecting everyone in the world, and they need to know that they are following lies.
I think she needs to rebel, because if she doesn't, the world is going to remain the same forever. People need love in their lives. That's how they make friends, and if you have friends, you can be happy. Being alone isn't fun, and if you get the cure, that's what you're going to be. That's what I would say to Lena.
If she got cured, she also would never get to see Alex or feel the same way about him as she did before the procedure. She would lose all of her feelings toward Hana and Gracie as well. She wouldn't have any real friends because all she would know is order. This is affecting everyone in the world, and they need to know that they are following lies.
I think she needs to rebel, because if she doesn't, the world is going to remain the same forever. People need love in their lives. That's how they make friends, and if you have friends, you can be happy. Being alone isn't fun, and if you get the cure, that's what you're going to be. That's what I would say to Lena.
How did I rate my character Lena? (Hannah)
I rated our character Lena as being weak. My group members mostly agreed to. There were some small differences in our opinion of Lena like the fact that I rated my character weaker than the character in "Staying Fat for Sara Byrnes", while another person did the opposite. Then, there was just one person in my who didn't have the character from "Staying Fat for Sara Byrnes" in their group at all, but we still agreed that Lena was a weak character.
I think that Lena could move up on the scale to become a stronger as I finish "Delirium", but she has to keep being brave. She is getting more and more brave as the story continues, but she needs to do more things on her own instead of being a follower. However, I think that is changing as I read more because she is starting to rebel. That is why I think she could become a stronger character in the end.
I think that Lena could move up on the scale to become a stronger as I finish "Delirium", but she has to keep being brave. She is getting more and more brave as the story continues, but she needs to do more things on her own instead of being a follower. However, I think that is changing as I read more because she is starting to rebel. That is why I think she could become a stronger character in the end.
Character Rating: Lena (Liam)
Character Rating: Lena
How would I rate my character you might ask?
From a scale of weak strong I think that she is more on the weak side.
As for the rest of my group we almost were spot on with each other! We agree that our character is weak for many reasons. Some reasons make it seem as though she is slightly strong, yet others disagree with better quotes to back up that she is weak.
I think that my character will move on the scale. She is a little rebellious but I think near the end she might actually start to rebel and become someone that isn't controlled by the government.
How would I rate my character you might ask?
From a scale of weak strong I think that she is more on the weak side.
As for the rest of my group we almost were spot on with each other! We agree that our character is weak for many reasons. Some reasons make it seem as though she is slightly strong, yet others disagree with better quotes to back up that she is weak.
I think that my character will move on the scale. She is a little rebellious but I think near the end she might actually start to rebel and become someone that isn't controlled by the government.
How did you rate your character Lena (Jordan Hunter)
How did you rate your character. I rated my character weak. she did "break into" somewhere but her friend made her also she messed up on the questions example "what's your favorite color" say blue say blue "gray" so she couldn't even say the right thing nerveless do something brave, daring, etc. Did other group members have a different opinion. No we all agreed that she is a weak character. Will our character move on the scale in this book, i don't think so in this book but in the next probably from what i'v heard.
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
About the Author (Emma Woody)
The young adult american author Lauren Oliver, was raised in Winchester, New York. At a very early age her parents encouraged her and her sister to be creative and live imaginatively. She enjoyed reading books and when she read a book she loved she wrote sequels to them. She went to college at the University of Chicago and graduated with a major of literature and philosophy in 2004. In 2008 she graduated from the NYU's MFA program in creative writing. As a young adult she worked as an editorial assistant, assistant editor for Razorbill and she is now a full time author. She has written many books so far ever since she published her first book Before I Fall in 2010. Some of them are the Delerium series, Panic, Vanishing Girls and many others.
I think that she wanted to write things that not very many authors write about. She may of thought up of the idea of a futuristic world where love is a disease. She grew up around a creative family and that might be why she wrote the Delerium series. She also might of wanted to show us to not take simple things like love as granted. She thinks of so many fun ways to inform us about how important simple things are.
I think that she wanted to write things that not very many authors write about. She may of thought up of the idea of a futuristic world where love is a disease. She grew up around a creative family and that might be why she wrote the Delerium series. She also might of wanted to show us to not take simple things like love as granted. She thinks of so many fun ways to inform us about how important simple things are.
What would you say...
*I've read to page 218*
If I was with Lena right now, I would tell her to hide, that Hana isn't worth getting in such big trouble. If I was there with her before the raid or before she snuck out though, I would definitely encourage her to stay home. I would tell her I don't think it would be a good idea and that she should just stay home and lay low. The best thing she could do is to be as safe as possible and try not to draw attention to herself. She should probably thank Alex a million times, but I would like to think I could have stopped her from going to such drastic measures.
I also think that she should have tried to be a bit safer and stayed towards the back of the crowd, so she would've been less likely you be able to be seen. I would've told her to fight off the raiders and try her best to get home. I have absolutely no idea how she would explain what happened to Carol, but I would tell her to place the blame on feeling bad for the dog and being caught or Hana doing something and forcing her to be caught, because that's a safer way to go than she snuck out to go to an illegal party. I don't think she should lie, but it's a safer bet than telling the truth at this point, and besides, she's already dug herself in a pretty deep hole.
If I was with Lena right now, I would tell her to hide, that Hana isn't worth getting in such big trouble. If I was there with her before the raid or before she snuck out though, I would definitely encourage her to stay home. I would tell her I don't think it would be a good idea and that she should just stay home and lay low. The best thing she could do is to be as safe as possible and try not to draw attention to herself. She should probably thank Alex a million times, but I would like to think I could have stopped her from going to such drastic measures.
I also think that she should have tried to be a bit safer and stayed towards the back of the crowd, so she would've been less likely you be able to be seen. I would've told her to fight off the raiders and try her best to get home. I have absolutely no idea how she would explain what happened to Carol, but I would tell her to place the blame on feeling bad for the dog and being caught or Hana doing something and forcing her to be caught, because that's a safer way to go than she snuck out to go to an illegal party. I don't think she should lie, but it's a safer bet than telling the truth at this point, and besides, she's already dug herself in a pretty deep hole.
I would say...
I would tell Lena to hide. She deffinatley doesn't wanna get caught by the regulaters. But she also needs to find hana at the party. So, she should find a good spot to hide and wait to find hana because she can not leave her behind.
I would also tell Lena to give Alex a chance and hear him out. But after she lets him explain, she needs to do what she thinks is right. Lena is a good girl and I think she should break out of that shy girl shell and be more of a rebel like Hana. Most of all tho, I would just tell her to follow her heart. Because I wouldn't want her to make the wrong choice and be misrable. She needs to do what he heart says to do!
I would also tell Lena to give Alex a chance and hear him out. But after she lets him explain, she needs to do what she thinks is right. Lena is a good girl and I think she should break out of that shy girl shell and be more of a rebel like Hana. Most of all tho, I would just tell her to follow her heart. Because I wouldn't want her to make the wrong choice and be misrable. She needs to do what he heart says to do!
What would you say to your main character?
Right now the main character of Delirium, Lena is mad at her best friend Hana. I would tell Lena to forgive her, because life is short and Hanna is her only friend. She also needs to forgive her, because they are both going to be cured soon. This means that they won't remember any of the memories that they have made. Lena and Hana had made a list of thing that they were going to do over the summer before they were cured and they should have fun before they can't anymore.
I would also tell Lena that she shouldn't listen to what the government and everyone who is cured is trying to tell her. She should try and put a stop to what the government is doing. Everyone is trapped in borders, there are very strict laws, and innocent people are being killed by raiders for just listening to music. Something needs to be done about this or everyone will be boring and exactly the same as everyone else.
I would also tell Lena that she shouldn't listen to what the government and everyone who is cured is trying to tell her. She should try and put a stop to what the government is doing. Everyone is trapped in borders, there are very strict laws, and innocent people are being killed by raiders for just listening to music. Something needs to be done about this or everyone will be boring and exactly the same as everyone else.
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Lauren Oliver (Marissa D)
The author of Delirium is Lauren Oliver. Oliver grew up in Queens, New York City. Both her parents are literature professors, and she grew up surrounded by imagination and creativity. Oliver found that she loved to read when she was young, and started writing as a way of extending her love of reading. She pursued literature and philosophy at the University of Chicago. Oliver's first book published was Before I fall. She has also published 10 books including delirium, rooms, replica, and panic.
I think that Oliver wrote Delirium because she wanted to show how important love was. She shows in Delirium that Lena is ready to do anything to get love. Lena could easily die if she was caught with Alex, but still doesn't seem to care. I think that Oliver was fascinated with the thought that love couldn't ever be held back, because love is what some people see to be holding society together. I think that the idea of love being a disease was a great idea of how a new love story could be told and still grab the attention of a reader and continue to entertain them.
I think that Oliver wrote Delirium because she wanted to show how important love was. She shows in Delirium that Lena is ready to do anything to get love. Lena could easily die if she was caught with Alex, but still doesn't seem to care. I think that Oliver was fascinated with the thought that love couldn't ever be held back, because love is what some people see to be holding society together. I think that the idea of love being a disease was a great idea of how a new love story could be told and still grab the attention of a reader and continue to entertain them.
Blog post #3 - About the Author- Makayla G.
The author of Delirium is Lauren Oliver. She was born on November 8, 1982. She received an award for Goodreads Choice Awards Best Young Adult Fiction. Her parents were literature professors, which encouraged her to be very imaginative and write stories. She started writing to express the passion she had for books. She wrote a very famous book called "Before I Fall". She also wrote the rest of the Delirium series. She has very many books besides that.
I think that Lauren might of wrote the book fro some different reasons. Maybe she wanted to express how some people think that "love" is a bad thing. She may not believe that and showing that its not a bad thing to everybody. Another reason is, she wrote it to express her imagination that she had since she was little. She said that ever since she was little she enjoyed reading. She wanted express all that love she had for reading into writing. She is very imaginative.
Citations
http://laurenoliverbooks.com/biography.php
I think that Lauren might of wrote the book fro some different reasons. Maybe she wanted to express how some people think that "love" is a bad thing. She may not believe that and showing that its not a bad thing to everybody. Another reason is, she wrote it to express her imagination that she had since she was little. She said that ever since she was little she enjoyed reading. She wanted express all that love she had for reading into writing. She is very imaginative.
Citations
http://laurenoliverbooks.com/biography.php
Lauren Oliver (Alanna B.)
The author of Delirium is Lauren Oliver. Lauren Oliver is a resident of Brooklyn, New York and is a full time author. She attended the University of Chicago, and the MFA program at New York University. Some of her books other than Delirium include Before I Fall, Pandemonium, Requiem, Panic, Vanishing Girls, Liesl & Po, The Spindlers, Curiosity House: The Shrunken Head, Rooms, and Absences. Some other books that she has written to go along as extras with Delirium include Delirium Stories, Alex, Hana, Annabel, and Raven.
I think Lauren Oliver chose to write a book like delirium to show the importance of love in our lives. She gives us an experience in a world without love, and makes us realize that we can't take things like love for granted. I also think she wanted to show us that with love, we can overcome anything and win any battle. She shows us this with Alex and Lena. I definitely think that this is a great and effective way for Oliver to get her point across. I can't wait to keep reading!
I think Lauren Oliver chose to write a book like delirium to show the importance of love in our lives. She gives us an experience in a world without love, and makes us realize that we can't take things like love for granted. I also think she wanted to show us that with love, we can overcome anything and win any battle. She shows us this with Alex and Lena. I definitely think that this is a great and effective way for Oliver to get her point across. I can't wait to keep reading!
(Marisa G.) Delirium Author
Lauren Taylor is the awesome human being to create the series of Delirium.Before Delirium she wrote Before I Fall.Before I Fall was her debut novel that really showed the world and her readers who she is.After Delirium she wrote Pandemonium and Hana the sequels to Delirium.In the back of her book you can find an exclusive interview with the author herself.So where did she get the idea to write her series? Well as one of her answers she says that she got the idea for her book from an essay she read by Gabriel Garcia Marquez.
Ms.Taylor has said that during that essay the author talked about how great books were about love or death.She says that "I had always hoped I would be able to extend the story."She talks about how she thought about that quote from the essay and how she could turn it into a modern love story.The actual sickness in the book came from her watching a report about the flu. Somehow love and disease just popped into her head.Overall I think that some of the best ideas generate from others. Lauren Taylor definitely shows that others can absolutely influence our ideas.
Ms.Taylor has said that during that essay the author talked about how great books were about love or death.She says that "I had always hoped I would be able to extend the story."She talks about how she thought about that quote from the essay and how she could turn it into a modern love story.The actual sickness in the book came from her watching a report about the flu. Somehow love and disease just popped into her head.Overall I think that some of the best ideas generate from others. Lauren Taylor definitely shows that others can absolutely influence our ideas.
Do a little research on your author! (Emma H.)
The author of my book Delirium is Lauren Oliver. Lauren Oliver write books for small children up to adults, she is up beat and writes very interesting books. Some books she has written are the delirium trilogy, Before I fall, Panic, and Replica. All of these books have something in common and that something is that they are all about society and the struggles of people or government. For example Delirium has to do with the LOVE free society. Another example would be Panic which is a teen under the influence of doing dangerous things from society. Overall Lauren Oliver is an exquisite author.
(Emma V.) Delirium Author
The author of our book, Delirium, is Lauren Oliver. Lauren Oliver comes from a family of writers, and has always been an avid reader. Both of her parents are English professors. She attended the University of Chicago, where she majored in philosophy and literature. After she finished collage, she worked briefly as an editorial assistant. She also worked as a assistant editor. Lauren's first book published was Before I Fall.
Lauren Oliver wrote her first novel on a black berry while commuting from her classes on the subway. The story Before I Fall, was sold in less than 48 hours. It seemed like every publisher wanted that story! People say that Lauren Oliver is a hard worker. She says that writing is compulsive for her. She says that she writes every morning, and she writes pretty much every day of the year. I think Lauren Oliver is a fantastic author!
Lauren Oliver wrote her first novel on a black berry while commuting from her classes on the subway. The story Before I Fall, was sold in less than 48 hours. It seemed like every publisher wanted that story! People say that Lauren Oliver is a hard worker. She says that writing is compulsive for her. She says that she writes every morning, and she writes pretty much every day of the year. I think Lauren Oliver is a fantastic author!
Who is Lauren Oliver? (Ryley W.)
Lauren Oliver is the author of Delirium. She grew up in a house full of creativity, imagination, and literature. When she was growing up she would write sequels to books she really enjoyed reading. She published her first book, Before I Fall, on March 2, 2010. She has 10 books published, and they can be read by a variety of readers. Lauren Oliver writes fiction books that take place in a societies that are different than ours. She writes about things that happen in the future, present, and those that can never happen.
I think that the author wrote Delirium, along with Pandemonium and Requiem, to show what our world would be like without love. Love is considered a disease in future Portland, and here we all love and do it passionately. Lauren Oliver made these books very unique and different from other books. Before reading this book, I had never heard of a book with the setting of a place without love. I think this draws the reader's attention to read about what it's like in a society without something that comes naturally to us. I was curious about what it would be like to not have love in the world when I read the blurb of this book, and I think that's what Lauren Oliver's purpose was for writing this book. She wanted to stand out and write about what most don't think about.
I think that the author wrote Delirium, along with Pandemonium and Requiem, to show what our world would be like without love. Love is considered a disease in future Portland, and here we all love and do it passionately. Lauren Oliver made these books very unique and different from other books. Before reading this book, I had never heard of a book with the setting of a place without love. I think this draws the reader's attention to read about what it's like in a society without something that comes naturally to us. I was curious about what it would be like to not have love in the world when I read the blurb of this book, and I think that's what Lauren Oliver's purpose was for writing this book. She wanted to stand out and write about what most don't think about.
Lauren Oliver (Emily K.)
Lauren Oliver is a New York Times bestselling author of delirium, pandemonium, and requiem. In the past she has written Panic, Rooms, Before I Fall, and Vanishing Girls.
I think that she wrote this book because she might have wanted to show us that this can happen to us. Now that there are more than just boy and girl liking each other in the future we might not want to feel love anymore and just get a procedure to not feel emotions. For ex. in the book if you even hug someone or cry over something the authorities will make you have the procedure. It would be really bed if you are caught liking someone and so she might be showing us that we need to just accept one another because later on down the road we all might just be emotionless brain-dead zombies.
I think that she wrote this book because she might have wanted to show us that this can happen to us. Now that there are more than just boy and girl liking each other in the future we might not want to feel love anymore and just get a procedure to not feel emotions. For ex. in the book if you even hug someone or cry over something the authorities will make you have the procedure. It would be really bed if you are caught liking someone and so she might be showing us that we need to just accept one another because later on down the road we all might just be emotionless brain-dead zombies.
(Georgia) Author Research
The author of Delirium is Lauren Oliver. She has written many books, such as "Before I Fall", "Panic", and the rest of the Delirium series, "Pandemonium" and "Requiem". She has also written many short stories as well. I think that she wrote this book because it seems like she likes to write fantasy-ish books, and Delirium is very fantasy-ish. It is set in a parallel universe or an alternate reality, which I think makes it just that.
What would I say to my main character?
Do not read this unless you have read to the end of chapter 14. Right now I would tell Lena, the main character that she should keep rebelling. I would tell her that the government that she lives in is the worst and that she shouldn't believe what the government wants her to believe. I would tell her that the deliria isn't bad and that it's a good thing. I would also tell her that she needs to not mess up the relationships that she has with Hana and with Alex. However, the biggest thing that I would stress if I got to talk to Lena right now is the fact that she should not ever let herself get the cure and that she needs to be brave.
I would say all of these things because before she was a weak character that didn't stand up against the society that she lived in, that went along with the government even though it was doing so many bad things, and someone who didn't welcome change, even though it was good in the beginning of the book, but now she's rebelling. I would say these things because not only would it be a boring book if nothing happened, but I would want to tell Lena that she is doing the right thing. She grew up in a society that only let the citizens in the country believe what they wanted them to. I think that Lena really just needs to know that the government was wrong all along and that she needs to not believe in most of the things that they do. Lena needs to know that she needs to stand up and rebel against the society that she is living in. She needs to know that she really needs the courage to do so.
I would say all of these things because before she was a weak character that didn't stand up against the society that she lived in, that went along with the government even though it was doing so many bad things, and someone who didn't welcome change, even though it was good in the beginning of the book, but now she's rebelling. I would say these things because not only would it be a boring book if nothing happened, but I would want to tell Lena that she is doing the right thing. She grew up in a society that only let the citizens in the country believe what they wanted them to. I think that Lena really just needs to know that the government was wrong all along and that she needs to not believe in most of the things that they do. Lena needs to know that she needs to stand up and rebel against the society that she is living in. She needs to know that she really needs the courage to do so.
researching my author (Jordan Hunter)
My author is Lauren Oliver she is a 33 years old american author that lives in New York she has won the Goodreads Choice Awards Best Young Adult Fiction. She has written multiple books such as the delirium series, many delirium short stories and spin offs, before i fall and many more. She wrote delirium for the people who infected her with amor deliria nervosa (who loves her) and for the people that will infect her in the future.
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
The Main Conflict
The main conflict of the book Delirium is Man vs Self. I think that is man vs self because Lena is dealing with her feelings of what is right and wrong about the cure. She knows the invalids are dangerous according to the government and knows they don't belong. Her friend Hana had said something that disagreed with the government and she was afraid about what would of happened if anyone had heard and reported it to the government. She seems afraid to do something against the rules the government had set up. She kept on repeating to her self that it was wrong when she left the house in the middle of the night. When Hana had seen her at the party with all of the other uncured she knew kept on saying to herself that it was wrong to be there.
I think that if she continues to act the was she does around the society, her friends and family and herself her situation might not change that much. So far she has not made any choices that complicates her situation or conflict. She might stay on the same track she is on and not cause any harm to anyone. She seems like a obedient person and she won't do anything to put anyone in danger. She may make a choice that changes her in the future. I don't know.
I think that if she continues to act the was she does around the society, her friends and family and herself her situation might not change that much. So far she has not made any choices that complicates her situation or conflict. She might stay on the same track she is on and not cause any harm to anyone. She seems like a obedient person and she won't do anything to put anyone in danger. She may make a choice that changes her in the future. I don't know.
Conflict in Delirium (Alanna B.)
I believe that one of the main conflicts in Delirium is Man vs. Society. Because the government has made so many rules and declared love as a disease, it is causing a lot of problems. Since parties like the one Hana went to are considered to be illegal, it causes a lot of stress for Lena. She is really afraid that Hana will get in big trouble. If the government, and society, hadn't made things such as this against the law, Lena wouldn't be stressing over so much. There are also things, such as the evaluation, that have caused Lena to freak out. If the government hadn't made having the evaluation required, lots of the conflict that Lena is having in the beginning of the story would not have happened. I think that this will remain to be a big conflict throughout the book, however, I am not sure if they will be able to solve it peacefully.
I also think that another possible conflict for this time is Man vs. Himself. During this point in the book, Lena is having some contradicting thoughts. When you first meet Lena, she is all about following the rules, not lying, and receiving the cure. However, now she has done many things that she resents. For example, she lied to her Aunt Carol about going to Back Cove, and she snuck out of the house. She is has also listened to illegal music and enjoyed it, which is a violation. I think she is battling herself, trying to find out what side she is on, and who she is. I can't wait to find out what she thinks in the end!
I also think that another possible conflict for this time is Man vs. Himself. During this point in the book, Lena is having some contradicting thoughts. When you first meet Lena, she is all about following the rules, not lying, and receiving the cure. However, now she has done many things that she resents. For example, she lied to her Aunt Carol about going to Back Cove, and she snuck out of the house. She is has also listened to illegal music and enjoyed it, which is a violation. I think she is battling herself, trying to find out what side she is on, and who she is. I can't wait to find out what she thinks in the end!
Main Conflict- Marissa D.
The main conflict in my story is Man Vs. Society. This is because the society is telling people that love is disease, so you can't fall in love with someone. My main character is basically struggling against weather love is good or bad. My main character is basically fighting for the truth about love, and what it causes. My main character is fighting against the society always controlling everything, including her future. The government is trying to take over their minds and basically brainwash them into making the people think what the government wants them to think, which is that love is the worst possible thing that could ever happen to you.
The thing that is holding her back the most from resolving her conflict, and finding out what love really is, is one word: suicide. When my main character was young her mom committed suicide because she was "infected" with love, and didn't want to lose. The main character also expresses her thoughts about love is a bad thing if you don't have it, how people used to be driven to madness because they never found anyone who they could be truly happy with. This point scared my main character, because it made her think that it was dangerous when you had it, and when you didn't. My main character started the book by believing that the cure was the best thing that would ever happen to her. I hope that later in the book she will find love, and I don't think that it will cause more harm to the society, because more people might be inspired to love as well, and it would make people happier.
The thing that is holding her back the most from resolving her conflict, and finding out what love really is, is one word: suicide. When my main character was young her mom committed suicide because she was "infected" with love, and didn't want to lose. The main character also expresses her thoughts about love is a bad thing if you don't have it, how people used to be driven to madness because they never found anyone who they could be truly happy with. This point scared my main character, because it made her think that it was dangerous when you had it, and when you didn't. My main character started the book by believing that the cure was the best thing that would ever happen to her. I hope that later in the book she will find love, and I don't think that it will cause more harm to the society, because more people might be inspired to love as well, and it would make people happier.
(Marisa G.) Character Conflict
So far I think that the main conflict is Man VS Society.I think this because Lena the main character is struggling between what she really wants and what her society wants.Lena overall in my opinion doesn't want the cure but feels compelled and like she has to get the cure because that is what her community wants. Hana on the other hand what to be free but feels like she has to do the same thing because Lena and her community feels like it's the right thing to get the cure.I also think that the main conflict is man vs society because Lena only really wants the cure because her mother died from being diseased. Lena feels like if she doesn't get the cure she will end up like her mother.Lena and her best friend have tried to work together to get out of this state of mind but Lena just can't.
Another reason I think that this is the main conflict is because Lena's community has put it into her mind that you will be a disgrace if you don't get the cure.It's illegal to listen to unsafe music,hug,love.Her society has put it into Lena's mind that her childhood is a lie.They made her think that her mother was a freak.In the book Lena says that all the things she did with her mother as a child were a lie.She is just now realizing that all the stuff her mother did was to protect Lena's family from the society.She explains that when she was little she fell of her bike and her mother started to rock her in her arms and a lady told Lena and her mother that they should be ashamed of themselves.So this is why I think that the main conflict is man vs society.
(Emma H) WHAT IS THE MAJOR CONFLICT IN YOUR BOOK?
The Main Conflict
In Delirium all the characters live in a love free world, my main character Lena is on the edge of weather or not to be apart of the regular society or be a rebel and be an uncured. Because of this I think that the type of conflict is man .vs. society. Although Lena is very held back and only wants to make the right desicion and that is why it could also be man .vs. man . I think that Hana, Alex, and Lena's family all make the subject worse. Hana for example is more of a free spirited person and pushes Lena to do rebelious things like listen to "unclean music" or go to parties. Lena's family really wants her to get cured and puts some pressure on her about the topic. Lastly Alex, Alex is a boy who has met Lena, but the problem is Lena actually might be in LOVE. I think that Lena will not solve the conflict without harm. I said this because either way if she chooses to be cured or uncured she will let down someone.
Conflict
The main problem in Delirium is the "disease" called Deleria (love). This is supposedly a huge problem in the future and causes death, but really it isn't a bad thing. Nearly everyone in the United States believes in what the government is trying to brainwash them with, including Lena. She can't wait to get the cure for Delira, and then everything is supposed to be perfect and all your problems will be solved. Lena doesn't know that after she gets the cure she won't care for anyone including her best friend and her cousin Grace.
I think this problem could be solved when Lena realizes that Deleria isn't a disease at all, but is really a great thing. I think she could find this out from a boy named Alex that she meets, and maybe from her best friend from what she is reading off secret websites. I think the book is Man vs. Society, because the government is telling everyone that love is a disease, and the people need to find out that this isn't true.
I think this problem could be solved when Lena realizes that Deleria isn't a disease at all, but is really a great thing. I think she could find this out from a boy named Alex that she meets, and maybe from her best friend from what she is reading off secret websites. I think the book is Man vs. Society, because the government is telling everyone that love is a disease, and the people need to find out that this isn't true.
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Delirium Conflict
I feel like the conflict in this book is man vs society. Lena Doesn't want to get caught because she feels like sense her mother got the disease than she must be extra careful. Getting the disease would be REALLY bad. Therefore she can't take any chances. Lena is becoming less and less scared to be adventurous but she is still very afraid to get caught. The government is not allowing anyone to get the "disease" of love. If anyone even shows symptoms of it they will be severely punished or forced to receive the "procedure" early. The procedure in my case makes you a living zombie. You change your way of live. It brain washes you into thinking that everything the government says is true. Stupid government. The procedure also makes you incapable of love. You become boring and plain and most of all, totally and completely brainwashed. I hope that Lena can beat the conflict she is in. I can't wait to continue reading and find out.
Discussion Questions
*I have read to page 141*
Today we talked a lot about first impressions. We discussed our first impressions of Lena, Hana and Alex, and we talked about what kind of people we thought Lena's mother and Aunt Carol were. We decided that Lena was really timid, but at the same time had a really bold spirit. We think Hana is kind of the opposite, she isn't afraid to do something illegal, and she isn't timid at all, and Alex is the same way. We all agreed that Lena's mom was a good mother, and was probably just trying to protect her daughters when she committed suicide. Lena's Aunt Carol is a good person, taking in Lena and Rachel, but we think she might have been a rebellious person before the procedure, which is why she never really got too mad at Lena.
Today we talked a lot about first impressions. We discussed our first impressions of Lena, Hana and Alex, and we talked about what kind of people we thought Lena's mother and Aunt Carol were. We decided that Lena was really timid, but at the same time had a really bold spirit. We think Hana is kind of the opposite, she isn't afraid to do something illegal, and she isn't timid at all, and Alex is the same way. We all agreed that Lena's mom was a good mother, and was probably just trying to protect her daughters when she committed suicide. Lena's Aunt Carol is a good person, taking in Lena and Rachel, but we think she might have been a rebellious person before the procedure, which is why she never really got too mad at Lena.
(Emma V.) (Ryley W.) Georgia R.) (Emily K.) Main Conflict
In our book Delirium, Lena is struggling with "Man vs. Society". Lena's whole society is told to be afraid of love, and I think she is struggling to figure out if that is the right thing. Her mom died when she was 6 years old. Lena's mom had the procedure to get the disease removed three separate times because it wasn't working. The night before she was scheduled to go into her fourth surgery, Lena's mother committed suicide. We think that since her mother had the disease, she is scared to go against the rules. She is now feeling some things she has never felt before and she is terrified.
The rules are wrong and Lena knows that, but there is nothing she can do about it. It seems to Lena that her government, society, and family just want to control her, her decisions, and how she lives her life. We feel like as the book goes on, she is getting less and less scared to break the rules. She is starting to live a little more on the edge, although she is terrified to get caught. We like how she is becoming more and more adventurous, but we are scared for her too. We hope she figures out what to do about the conflicts with her society. We can't wait to keep reading, and see if she resolves her problems.
The rules are wrong and Lena knows that, but there is nothing she can do about it. It seems to Lena that her government, society, and family just want to control her, her decisions, and how she lives her life. We feel like as the book goes on, she is getting less and less scared to break the rules. She is starting to live a little more on the edge, although she is terrified to get caught. We like how she is becoming more and more adventurous, but we are scared for her too. We hope she figures out what to do about the conflicts with her society. We can't wait to keep reading, and see if she resolves her problems.
Delirium's Conflict
Don't read unless you have read to the end of chapter 6. In the story the characters are struggling with the conflict of man vs. society. In the story, the government is controlling everything from the time they need to be in their house at night to one of the biggest things in the book, making them take the cure. However, Lena is starting to not like all of this it seems, since he has lied to her aunt and gone to go see Alex. However, there is some man vs. man conflict in the story because Lena couldn't decide if she should go see Alex, and now she thinks that wasn't exactly the right thing to do.
This is just the start of the conflict and Lena could already get herself in big trouble with the government, so I think that when they do solve all this conflict, it will not happen without causing more hurt. I think that since the conflict is her against her whole government, it will not be easy for her to go against everyone and win.
This is just the start of the conflict and Lena could already get herself in big trouble with the government, so I think that when they do solve all this conflict, it will not happen without causing more hurt. I think that since the conflict is her against her whole government, it will not be easy for her to go against everyone and win.
Man vs. Society: Delirium
Delirium : Man vs. Society
The story is based around a girl who is trying to compute what she thinks about the government, the people, society, and her mother's suicide.
This feeling of hers is almost as if all of the society is against her. Everyone is talking about how the government is 'always watching' and how there are so many strict pollicies making the government have more controll over your life. The government is almost having controll over the people and forcing the to be almost like robots.
The feeling the main character must have may be really horrible and hard to comprehend. This feeling that I have explained is almost like everyone against her (as I said). Due to this it makes more sense for it to be Man vs. Society.
The story is based around a girl who is trying to compute what she thinks about the government, the people, society, and her mother's suicide.
This feeling of hers is almost as if all of the society is against her. Everyone is talking about how the government is 'always watching' and how there are so many strict pollicies making the government have more controll over your life. The government is almost having controll over the people and forcing the to be almost like robots.
The feeling the main character must have may be really horrible and hard to comprehend. This feeling that I have explained is almost like everyone against her (as I said). Due to this it makes more sense for it to be Man vs. Society.
Conflict (Jordan Hunter)
The conflict in Delirium is man vs society. Man vs society because the Invalids are rebelling against the government and they aren't apart of the society. The characters struggles are the death of her mother and getting through the time until her surgery to remove the disease. I do think my character will solve the conflict but she will probably cause harm in the process.
Tuesday, April 12, 2016
Discussion Reflection
One question that we discussed was, why do you think the government hasn't fought the Invalids? We talked about this and said that in the end they probably wouldn't want to start a war with the Invalids because the government was too frightened that in the end everyone would end up believing that the Invalids were better than the government and would want to join them. Then to go with that question, we discussed the question why do you think that the Invalids haven't done anything to stop the government from curing the deliria if they can get into places like the lab or the police station to protest? We discussed this and decided that since they live in the wilds that they might not have enough people or anything else they would need to go to war, so they can't without losing.
Monday, April 11, 2016
(Emma W) What I think about Lena
I think that Lena is very unsure of herself and she has trouble making difficult decisions. I also think that she is a very shy and timid person. While doing the Evaluation she didn't sound like or act like she was very comfortable even though she had rehearsed her speech many times. She doesn't seem like a very outgoing person either. She was always hiding behind someone or something. She seems unsure about how to feel about getting the cure. I think that part of the reason is because of the invalids, and the other part is just that she is not the type of outspoken person. I do think that this book will turn out to be similar some of the other books where the main character and a person living a totally different way will fall in love and then end up running away from something that seems normal. Like the cure in this book.
There are some parts of Lena that I like and other parts that I don't like. I don't really like that fact that she is a complete follower of the government and agrees with the ways they use completely like the cure, matching, and the evaluations. I think that the story would be a lot better if she was a more outgoing person. If she is constantly going to be like this in the whole entire book then there will be no action just a teenager going through the life the way the government wants is to be. I do like that she is a quiet person and that she is a bit disobedient at times. I hope that in the future she will be a more rebellious. Overall I think that Lena is a good person.
There are some parts of Lena that I like and other parts that I don't like. I don't really like that fact that she is a complete follower of the government and agrees with the ways they use completely like the cure, matching, and the evaluations. I think that the story would be a lot better if she was a more outgoing person. If she is constantly going to be like this in the whole entire book then there will be no action just a teenager going through the life the way the government wants is to be. I do like that she is a quiet person and that she is a bit disobedient at times. I hope that in the future she will be a more rebellious. Overall I think that Lena is a good person.
Impressions of My Main Character (Marissa D)
My main character is Lena, in delirium. She is always very quiet and self conscious. She is known to go with the crowd, and follow directions without second thought. She isn't really rebellious, but didn't object when she followed her friend Hana into the lab complex, knowing that if she got caught she would get into a lot of trouble. I have noticed a lot in this book that she doesn't like to stand out. She usually likes to hide behind Hana, and doesn't like to be looked at. She keeps believing that she is average with her looks, and she thinks about the disease the way other people do, and can't hardly wait till she is cured. She really has made a point in the book that she is timid to act out in front of people.
One thing I really like in this book is how Lena is so observant, she really pays attention to everything that is going on around her. She has shown to like the beach and sunsets. She also likes running with her friend Hana. Overall I really like Lena. I think that she has a lot of good qualities if she would just show them. I hope that near the end of the book she will stand out and make her own decisions. I like that Lena is respectful to people, and very thoughtful about everything she does. I can't wait to read more!
Delirium- Blog Post #1- Makayla G.
Their actions tell us about their personality. Like if they're always in a bad mood they are probably mad or sad. Also, your personality is who you are. It shows other people you are like. In Delirium, I think since Lena went on a run with her friend, Hana, and they almost got in trouble, she's kind of curious. I think this because there was signs and other things but they just ignored them. Also, because of that guy Lena in the testing room and at the that place she wasn't suppose to be in, she was wondering he is. Finally, she's not very confident. I know this because she was saying when shes in the locker room she hides behind Hana while she's changing. Also, it makes her uncomfortable when they look at her, even her best friend.
I learned that Lena's very athletic. I know this because she runs a lot. Also, since she was on the cross country team. I learned that she loves and enjoys to run, too. This is because even when shes in pain, like her leg hurting, she still tries to run it off. I like Lena, she has a fun personality. Yet, sometimes she is modest and scared, too. The main reason I like her, is because shes a little mysterious.
I learned that Lena's very athletic. I know this because she runs a lot. Also, since she was on the cross country team. I learned that she loves and enjoys to run, too. This is because even when shes in pain, like her leg hurting, she still tries to run it off. I like Lena, she has a fun personality. Yet, sometimes she is modest and scared, too. The main reason I like her, is because shes a little mysterious.
(Alanna B.) Main Character Impression
The main character in this book, Lena, seems very anxious at first. She is rushing into the surgery, and is very excited to have it done, although she is most-likely not prepared. Along with being anxious, she also has a very slight hint of humbleness and timidness. She is not very confident in herself, and has trouble doing what she intends to do while under pressure. For example, she seems to hide behind Hana's loud and proud personality. When she is under pressure at the evaluation, she blurts out gray as her favorite color instead of blue. She doesn't seem to like lying at first, but then later lies to her aunt Carol so that she can go to the cove. This shows me that she is curious, and is willing to do something she doesn't like very much just to get to the cove and find out what Alex has to say.
I think my opinion on Lena is definitely a more optimistic one. Even though I don't agree with some of her choices, and am not a fan of some of her personality traits, her curiousness showed me something. It only took a little while for Lena to decide to lie to her aunt to see what someone else has to say. This shows that her personality will probably change throughout the book, leading to a more likable character. She may go from a timid, shy, anxious girl to a loud and proud one like Hana. This is what keeps me tied on to Lena, waiting for her to slowly change into a new person. I can't wait to find out how her personality will evolve!
(Marisa G.) What I think about Lena
Lena is polite active 17 year old who has lost her mother and father.Lena loves to run and be physical but on September 3 she is supposed to be cured. Her mother committed suicide from the disease of love which has caused Lena to hate the smell, sight, and taste of oranges.Lena's best friend is almost exactly like Lena but Hana her best friend is in Lena's words way prettier and more beautiful than Lena.All Lena wants right now is to get her evaluation over with and be cured.But at her evaluation Lena messed up and was not herself at all.To me Lena is active and self-conscientious.
So far I have learned that Lena loves to run alongside Hana. Lena doesn't like oranges because they remind her of her mother's funeral. Lena really can't wait till her birthday on September 3 this is when she will have the procedure to be cured.She has a little cousin by the name of Grace who just like Lens lost her mother at a young age. For Lena I am stuck in the middle I don't know if I like her or hate her. The reason I say this is because Lena is kind and polite but she is afraid to be herself. At Lena's evaluation she shows this because she starts lying to the evaluators an saying random things to get through it.
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So far I have learned that Lena loves to run alongside Hana. Lena doesn't like oranges because they remind her of her mother's funeral. Lena really can't wait till her birthday on September 3 this is when she will have the procedure to be cured.She has a little cousin by the name of Grace who just like Lens lost her mother at a young age. For Lena I am stuck in the middle I don't know if I like her or hate her. The reason I say this is because Lena is kind and polite but she is afraid to be herself. At Lena's evaluation she shows this because she starts lying to the evaluators an saying random things to get through it.
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(Emma H.) What impression do I have about my character?
Delirium
In the book Delirium Lena is a 17 almost 18 year old waiting for the "cure", the cure for love that is. Lena isn't very fond of the whole testing stuff to get the procedure. Lena acts kind of nervous and anxious, because her mom had the procedure done 3 times and all three failed to work. Lena seems like a nice girl and is healthy, except for when it comes to her mothers suicide in which she is depressed and sad. One thing I really like about Lena is that she is optimistic of the future almost like she knows what will happen but doesn't. Overall so far this book really pulls you in and makes you want to keep reading.
By: Emma H. Main Character Impressions (Matti M.)
*I've read to chapter 6/ Page 68*
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As a main character, Lena is a bit timid and seems to be a bit lenient to do anything risky. She often tries to hide behind Hana, such as when they are with Alex or when they were in line for their evaluations. She also tries really hard to impress the evaluators with her rehearsed speech, and was afraid to come out and be completely herself. Although the evaluation is an important thing, I fell she was too prepared and nervous, and that may have had an impact on what she said during her evaluation. For instance, she might not have said 'Gray' if she wasn't so worried about saying blue.
I have some mixed feelings about Lena as a main character, but my main impression is positive. She is a pretty good person, but I hope to see a bit more rebellion in the future. I hope she begins to break more rules and explore different options when it comes to getting the evaluation or not. I also hope she decides to dig deeper into Hana's mind and find out what she means by saying "You know how you can't really be happy unless you're unhappy sometimes, right?". Besides these things, I overall like Lena as a main character.
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