Redskins, Tricksters and Puppy Dog Stew

1. Racism definitely exists in Canada and also in Saskatchewan. The extent of racism varies from place to place. I find that it is more common in small towns and around farming communities rather than in the cities. In my community I see small amounts of racism it mostly consists of racist jokes nobody around here goes out of control with racism.
2. Yes I believe that dealing with racism by using humour is a very good way. This method of using humour is able to accomplish a more relaxed environment to live in. It helps the relationship between the people of different races become more understanding of eachother. The fact that when non-Aboriginal people tell Aboriginal jokes may be offensive to the Aboriginal people because they are not part of their culture.
3. One joke from the video was: "When white people hear a siren they automatically think something bad has happened and get really concerned. But when redskins hear a siren they say hey cousin your ride is here."

Between Two Furious Oceans

Between Two Furious Oceans
1. I think that the poet did a very good job describing each region in Canada. He was able to descriptively talk about each place and make it so that the audience could picture everything in their mind as they read.
2. Yes the poet is very concerned with comparisons and contrasts of the landscape. He talked about how different the land was in different regions. The poet was able to describe each place with great details bringing the differences to your attention.
3. He focused mostly on differences between the east and west coast such as land and water differences. The poet talks about the oceans, the trees, the mountains and the lakes.
4. The poet did miss some regions he didn't talk about the northern parts of Canada like Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
5. The regions that the poet gives specific details about are the east and west coasts of the country. He talks about the oceans, the mountains and the Maritimes.


I Am Canadian
1. The thoughts that come to mind when you read the title of this poem is that it obviously will be about Canada. I think that it will describe what it means to be Canadian, it might include some stereotypes and how we live.
2. The poem talks about the landscape and scenery of Canada ranging from the east coast to the west coast. He also describes the north and south and how different everything is. The poet then goes on to tell his audience about different memories he has of growing up in Canada.
5. Rocket Richard - hockey player
Jean Beliveau - hockey player
Sir John A. Macdonald - first Prime Minister of Canada
Alexander Graham Bell - invented the telephone
Louis Riel - led the rebellion of the Metis
6. Newfoundland
P.E.I.
Federiction
Moncton
Turo, Nova Scotia
Quebec
Ottawa
British Columbia
Yukon
Northwest Territories

American vs Canadian Stereotypes

As Canadians we have many stereotypes that come with our way of life. Some of these stereotypes include always wearing flannel shirts and toques. We say "eh" in almost every sentence and are almost always polite and respectful. Multiculturalism is a word that usually is connected with our country. As Canadians we have a great love for hockey which leads people to believe that we wear hockey jerseys all the time. People also have this image of us as always having a beer in our hand which is a little bit of an exageration.

Americans have also been targetted with stereotypes which seem to be completely opposite of Canadians. It is thought that Americans are stupid and have a strong love for money. They tend to be violent and have an easy access to weapons. Americans tend to be led by their government who is also stereotyped to be stupid and are always wanting to start a war.

I think that, yes, the majority of Canadian stereotypes are very accurate. It is true that we wear flannel shirts and toques when its cold but we don't wear them all the time. "Eh" is quite often found in our vocabulary and yes we go out of our way to help others out. Canada is known as a mosiac which means we welcome all cultures and everything their culture includes. Yes hockey is our main sport and somedays you will find people wearing jerseys. Beer is most definately the drink of choice but most Canadians are not alcoholics. I don't believe that Americans are stupid but it is true that they are quite obsessed with money. Some Americans show violence but there are lots of very kind people. American people do always want to be fighting in war and do whatever their government says.

Strange Brew

Some stereotypes I noticed in Strange Brew included saying “eh” after every sentence, along with calling people “hoseheads” or “hosers.” The two main characters, Bob and Doug McKenzie, were always dressed in flannel shirts, toques, winter coats and winter boots showing that it was always cold. Along with all of the winter clothing Bob and Doug also wore hockey jerseys, and played hockey throughout the movie. The main story of the movie is about getting beer which they drink all the time. It is true that as Canadians we tend to say "eh" at the end of almost every sentence when having a conversation. Although I have not ever heard anyone call someone a "hosehead" or "hoser" so I'm not sure where they got that stereotype from. The majority of Canadian people wear a t-shirt and jeans you don't normally see people wearing fannel shirts unless its really cold. As for winter boots, coats and toques yes we wear them in winter when its -40 degrees outside but i'm pretty sure so does the rest of the people in the world. And yes it is true it is usually cold here we seem to have winter for atleast 6 or 7 months of the year. Hockey is by far the most popular sport in Canada but we don't wear hockey jerseys everyday. Beer is most definately the most popular type of alcoholic beverage of Canadians, that is true.

Partenered Poerty Analysis

Saskatchewan is farming and small towns
It is flat prairie land
It is cattle grazing in a pasture
It is cultivators working up the fields


Saskatchewan is cold winters and hot summers
It is sledding with friends and hot chocolate
It is class trips to Table Mountain
It is town fairs and swimming in the afternoons
It is canoe trips and staying up late with friends
It is my home

Partner Poetry Analysis

Not Just A Platform For My Dance

1. It is talking about different parts of the land.

2. They view it as nature filled. They are connected to the land because he is spiritual.

3. “ The land is my tongue my eyes and my mouth.”

4. “ This land is not just a place to set my house my car my fence”

5. Canadian land

The Lonely Land by A.J.M. Smith

1. It describes all the different types of landscapes.

2. He views it as lonely and quiet except for natures sounds. They are connected through nature.

4. "Cedar and jagged fir uplift sharp barbs against the gray and cloud-piled sky"

3. " This smoky cry curled over a black pine like a broken and wind-battered branch."

5. Depressed land.

Survival

1. Rural and urban lining.

2. The author views the land as environmentally unstable. They are connected to the land by the animals and nature.

3. " And chickens with their severed heads throbbing on the bleeding ground. "

4. " There was never gentleness."

5. Surviving a farm life.

To be Canadian means really cold winters that last from November until April. It means small towns and wide-open country. As Canadians we view ourselves as hardworking people who always put an effort into going out of our way to help others. Other people view us as a polite group of people that say “eh” after every sentence. Their image of us is a person wearing a winter jacket, a toque living in an igloo and drinking beer. Diversity is extremely important to Canadian identity, we believe in accepting everyone and including their cultural beliefs. We are a mixed culture full of different nationalities. Our personalities and values influence Canadian identity in a big way; they make us who we are. As Canadians the way we are raised, our personalities and values give Canadians the good name we have. Our values come from our parents who have always taught us to be considerate and the best we can be but not flaunt it. Our personalities come from our surroundings; our family, friends and neighbours.

1. What does a phrase do?
A phrase is the part of a sentence that describes the sentence and cannot stand alone.
2. What is a clause made of?
A clause is made up of a subject and a predicate.
3. What is the subject of a sentence?
The subject is what the sentence is about.
4. What is the predicate of a sentence?
The predicate is the action in the sentence.

1. Write 5 phrases
a. To the store
b. To the bus
c. Off the ground
d. From the sky
e. Up the tree
2. Write 5 clauses
a. Bob ran to the store.
b. Sally skipped all the way to the bus.
c. George jumped off the ground.
d. A bird fell from the sky.
e. Joe climbed up the tree.
3. Write 5 sentences
a. Bob swiftly ran to the store to get groceries.
b. Sally skipped merrily all the way to the bus on her way to school.
c. George jumped high off the ground to catch the ball.
d. A blue bird fell from the sky and into the basket.
e. Joe hastily climbed the tree to save the kitten.



It is beneficial for writers to know about phrases and clauses because it will help make their writing more interesting.