Secondary – May 14

Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set off on their cross-country journey of discovery on this date in 1804. Describe the place you’d like to be, or have been, the original explorer.

Secondary – May 13

On this date in 1940, Winston Churchill became Great Britain’s wartime prime minister and announced, “I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and sweat.” Think about a time you were assigned an overwhelming, and possibly insurmountable, task. In retrospect, what would you have said about your efforts to achieve the goal?

Secondary – May 12

Describe this morning’s sunrise using every human sense except sight.

Secondary – May 11

“Reality must take precedence over public relations, for nature cannot be fooled.” -Richard Feynman, born this date in 1918. Describe your favorite example of this principle.

Secondary – May 10

“Undermine their pompous authority, reject their moral standards, make anarchy and disorder your trademarks. Cause as much chaos and disruption as possible but don’t let them take you ALIVE.” -Sid Vicious, born on this date in 1957. Why do you agree or disagree with his manifesto?

Secondary – May 9

On this date in 1961, speaking to the National Association of Broadcasters, newly appointed chairman of the Federal Communications Commission Newton Minow said television was “a vast wasteland.” Describe your opinion of Minow’s opinion.

Secondary – May 8

Born on this day in 1937, Thomas Pynchon said, “If they can get you asking the wrong questions, they don’t have to worry about the answers.” Explain your understanding of this idea.

Secondary – May 7

Scottish philosopher David Hume was born on this date in 1711. He is widely considered the philosopher who most influenced other famous philosophers. Explain why you think it’s more important to accomplish great things, or to influence people who accomplish great things.