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Sunday, September 9, 2012

Language Arts 9-10-12 "What's in a Name?"

"What's in a Name" Assignment:
Some of you requested the details on our assignment......

Answer the following questions with the help of your parents.  Write your answer in a good essay.
Write out your name creatively using block letters, swirls, patterns, etc.  Add a picture if you have it.
What's your full name?
Were you named after someone? Why?
What does your name mean?
What names did your parents consider before deciding on the one you have?
Why did they choose your name?
What is your name's country of origin? (ex. "Ivan" has Russian origins)
What is your nick-name?  How did you get that nick name?
If you could change your name, what would you name yourself?

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