We all know Ms. King is a bit lost on our Disney references, like the difference between Chip and Dale, how the Lion King is similar to Hamlet, and that Spongebob the Movie is loosely based on the Odyssey. Last year, when I found out that she hadn't seen The Lion King, I tried to get her to watch it, but she has yet to do so. I even gave her $5 for Christmas last year so she could rent it, but I don't think she did.
She challenged me before Christmas break last year, and said "Whatever test you give me, I'll get an A." So, being myself, I made a test on the topics of The Lion King, with a multiple choice section, a fill-in-the-blank section, and an essay question. It was a pretty difficult test, if you ask me. I came to school with the test and everything, and she told me she didn't watch it. After that, I would ask her almost every Monday last semester if she watched it over the weekend, and it was always some form of, "No, not yet!" "I was very busy, Leven." or "I know, I know, I'm the worst student ever." (I'm in no way saying Ms. King has all the time in the world, or that she's not a busy person.)
It has been brought to my attention that Camila is now also trying to get her to watch the movie, and is showing signs of progress. First, I would like to let Ms. King know that I'm a little hurt that you're willing to watch the Lion King for Camila and not me. Secondly, I want to let y'all know that because I am no longer in her class, I can no longer bother her about it on Mondays, so I am passing the torch to you all to PLEASE get her to watch the movie. It's my favorite! (I'm counting on you, Camila!)
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Hey Leven! I just wrote a blog about all the Disney movies that relate to literature, and I was happy to see this post. I have been trying to bring up the idea of watching "The Lion King"-- it's related to Hamlet, it's interesting, and it's Disney!!! Leven, I will definitely continue to try to get us to watch the Lion Kin, and if we do, you will definitely be invited to watch! It would be so fun to watch a Disney movie, as you and I both agree lol.
Hi, Leven! This is my official welcome to the AP English IV Class of 2021 blog! I'll have to go back and read your first post because I enjoyed this one. As Camila has said, we are in the process of trying to get Ms. King to watch the Lion King after we read Hamlet. I think it'll be a fun wind-down to Christmas (though we only have 9 school days after Thanksgiving before exam week so.... I am also a big fan of The Lion King. In fact, we almost named our dog, Dante (yes, as in Dante's Inferno), Simba because he is a golden color. He was also so tiny as a baby, so we could hold him up under the arms, stick our arms out, and say "Simba!" Unfortunately, he is now 40 pounds, so we are no longer able to do that (try as we might). For Halloween, we also thought about buying a little mane so he could be a lion. I realize this blog post about the Lion King has now turned into a blog post about my dog, but nevertheless, whoever reads this, I hope you enjoy!
Salutations, Leviticus!
I would just like to point out that our very own Ms. King would not have known the difference between Chip and Dale had SOMEONE not told her. Furthermore, I believe that when you explained it to her, it was not in a kind way. However, I would like to point out that among the three of us, you are without the Dale that holds our Chips together. Also, when you get a minute, look at my blog, as you were mentioned. Sorry to keep it brief, but I have to publish this in a few minutes to get credit, so please do not hesitate to text me should you like to continue this discussion.
Yours truly,
Hunter
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