DNA Extraction

Aim: To extract DNA from Kiwifruit

Equipment: Water, beakers, Spatula, Ethanol, Kiwifruit, Sandwich bag, Bunsen Burner, Hot Mat, Tripod, Test Tube, Dishwash Liquid, Glass Rod

Method:  1. Squish Kiwifruit with sand + water and pair through cloth to collect the juice in a beaker

               2. Use beaker to warm water, pour juice into a test tube with 2 drops Dishwash, rest in warm water

               3. Add Ethanol, watch the DNA separate, and collect with a spatula

English/Brainstorming

 Drug addicts should be offered rehab than prison sentences.

I agree that drug rehab is a much better alternative to jail time because everyone can change and take rehabilitation to help them get their back, keep, or improve the abilities they need for their daily and be more active in life.

Similes & Metaphors | English

Similes - are where you compare two unlike things using the words ‘like’ or ‘as’
e.g He ran like the wind. She was as strong as a lion.

Metaphors- are where you compare two unlike things using by saying something is something else. 

e.g He is a stonewall, unbreakable by force. The rain is glass shattering against the street.

Highlighting every Simile in each sentence

• My bedroom was as black as a cave in the depths of the earth.
• The classroom after school became as noisy as a gaggle of gabby geese.
• The cat capered along the fence top like a tightrope walker on the hire wire. 
• My anger crashed into me like waves against the shore.

Completing the simile to each sentence

• The cloth was as black as Coal
• The wet ball was as slippery as an Eel
• My little sister is as playful as a Kitten
• The top of this table is as smooth as Silk
• I’ve been as busy as a Bee
• The lamb is as white as Snow

Is it a Simile or Metaphor?

1. As slippery as an eel. - Simile

2. Arnie was a man-mountain. - Metaphor

3. He was a lion in battle. - Metaphor

4. She is as pretty as a picture. - Simile

5. The striker was a goal machine. - Metaphor

6. The torch lit up the room as if the sun had already risen early. - Simile

7. The moon was a misty shadow. - Metaphor

8. My friend has a face like thunder. - Simile

My own Simile & Metaphor:

Simile - The chocolate was as sweet as sugar

Simile - I turned as white as a ghost when you out at me

Simile - He was like a tiger in the fight 

Metaphor - Her voice is music to my ears

Metaphor - Hard work is key to success

Mix & Match Poetry Terms & Definitions

Vietnam song

Give peace a chance by John Lennon - Link

The message about this song is war does not solve all problems but if you "give peace a chance" it may be a better solution to solves all the problems in war. The song also mentions that the most popular subjects are all this gossip and controversial or debatable topics and opinions. The way the writer of the song sees's it there is no need for that sort of thing in our world.

Niue and Tokelau language week

Facts About Tokelau:

• Tokelau is one of the smallest country in the world.

• The name of the country is translated from the local language as North Wind.

• Tokelauan is the 2 most common language spoken

• People born in nz are less likely to be able to speak tokelauan than others from overseas

• The official head of tokelau is the Queen of Great Britain.

Facts About Niue:

• Niue is one of the worlds largest coral island

• Niue island is common referred to be called “The Rock”

• Niue is one of the last countries in the world to see the sunset each day.

• It has land mass of (259km) and its point is about 60m above sea level

• Niue is one of the only places in the world where you can swim with whales in ‘gin’ clear water.

Film study short film

Last week in films study we were told to an awesome task,we had to make a movie about a topic that we can choose, our film should be at least no longer than 30 seconds, any music we will use has to be free so we don't get copyright causing a fine. The film has to include different camera angles/shots and the storyline should make sense to the viewers. 

We first chose to do a basketball type film, this will be a plot where in basketball two competitors will challenge. We kept it simple since we have to do a 30sec movie, there were four members in my team, Myself, Ranit, Gerald, and Jay-c. After choosing our topic we had to make a storyboard that will show our plot for the film. Afterwards we started recording and following that we finished the recording, right after we started editing the video clips on my mobile.

What was your film about?

Our Film was about Basketball and two Competitors challenging each other.

Something I enjoyed in making my film...?

What I enjoyed most was recording with camera angles and shots included within, it made the movie more interesting and I loved editing.

Something I learned when making my film...?

I didn't learn much while making the film because most stuff was pretty basic but I did learn a few camera angles and shots that made the movie better.

Some film techniques I included were...?

Close up, Point of View, Long shot, Over the Shoulder and Medium Shot.

Something I found challenging was...?

To be honest I didn't have any problems or anything challenging so I found it pretty easy and fun.

What I would do differently next time...?

The result probably wasn't my best so maybe next time I should add more effects and sound to give it more power.