BASSETT AND FENWICK STUDENTS 10-27-05

MURAL ARTS


What is a mural?

Can you identify and describe three murals in Philadelphia or in your community?

Why are murals important to a community?

What's the most compelling mural you've ever seen? Describe the mural.

Why don't residents "tag" murals?

Based on the video you saw in class, list three things about mural arts you did not know before.

Check this link for more information on mural arts.
http://www.muralarts.org/ (click mural gallery)

This assignment is due 10-28-05

Mr. Songhai

10-20-05 Get Rich or Die Tryin

Loosely based on the real-life story of 50 Cent, Get Rich or Die Tryin' is the tale of an inner city drug dealer who turns from his life of crime in order to pursue a career in rap music. 50 Cent himself will portray the lead character in the film.
Copied from Box Office Prophets

ALL DIGITAL PRODUCTION STUDENTS

CALL FOR PAPERS

Carefully examine the picture “get rich or die tryin” located on the “Q Drive” on the school’s server. If you are not able to access the “Q Drive” at school, then look at the billboard across the street from the school at 79th and Ogontz Avenue.

Write a 2-3 paragraph article about the appropriateness of the billboard. In your own words explain whether the image on the billboard is appropriate or inappropriate. Explain whether the billboard should be displayed across the street from a public high school.

Include a short biographical sketch of 50 cent in your article.

The best articles will be used in an upcoming WNMC TV/Radio broadcast.


Mr. Songhai
10-20-05