Interview with my Mom 2021

What the interview was about how I asked my mom some questions on the paper I received and I came to her and I let her think about what her answer was

Lit Life: Marcos Lopez II and Angelique Lopez talk about the similarities between literary and real Hispanic families.

In this recording, a son and his mother discuss the familial lessons conveyed in Marquéz’s 100 Years’ of Solitude. Examining the parallels and differences between the Buendía and our families to distinguish between Marquéz’s depiction of family for literary purposes...

Lit Life: Nick Pancione and Peter Pancione (Father) talk about the relevance of Beowulf in modern society.

In this interview, father and son discuss the clear evidence of certain aspects of human nature found in Beowulf, and their connection to the stories symbols.

Literary Merit: Haaris Rathore and Alia Rathore discuss "Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini

In this discussion we discuss about themes and questions about the book "Kite Runner" as well as discussing a possible reason to why Khaled Hosseini was motivated to write this book.

Lit Life: Phillip Borhani and Carter Smith discussing “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee.

In this interview, Phillip Borhani and fellow classmate Carter Smith discuss the topics of addressing stereotypes and social norms as well as the idea of morality versus justice in the book “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee.

Discussing a Novel – The Prophet

Seniors in high school, Mohammed and Zayd, discuss their thoughts on The Prophet. They recall relatable passages and explain why reading such a work is important, especially as developing Muslim teenagers.

Navdeep Natt and Jennifer Scherbauer talk about Dantes, Alexandre Dumas, Romanticism, and the French Revolution's influence on the book.

In this interview, Navdeep Natt and famuily friend Jennifer Scherbauer discuss the immense changes in Edmond Dantes, including his character and intelligence. They then discuss how Alexandre Dumas, his father, and Romantic ideals post French Revolution ultimately shaped the book...

Lit Life: Alyssa Lee and John Naisbitt discuss the novel Life of Pi by Yann Martel.

A student and her former history teacher discuss the argument Life of Pi presents on religion and the power of the human spirit.

Lit Life: Lauren Zelisko and Caroline Booras discuss the emotional themes within The Kite Runner.

In this recording, two friends discuss the life-changing effects of war and abuse, as well as the the values within Afghan culture learned from Khaled Hosseini’s novel, The Kite Runner.

Lit Life: Sophia Elbrecht and Meri Chen discuss Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes

In this recording, mother and daughter discuss the treatment of the mentally challenged and Charlie’s evolution throughout the book.