DAY 3: SPORTS
Athletes as role models? Some would say, "Absolutely!", while others would say, "NO WAY!" Regardless of whether you believe that athletes should or should not be considered role models, consider the following controversy surrounding the new video game, Call of Duty: Black Ops. In this commercial the audience sees everyday people like a cook, a nurse, and even a few celebrities. One of these celebrities is NBA superstar Kobe Bryant. If you watch the advertisement below, you will see Kobe make a brief appearance toting a grenade launcher. Although you never see him blow up anything or anyone, some people have a problem with the message that this commercial may be indirectly sending, "If Kobe Bryant thinks its okay to partake in violent acts (even in a fantasy world) then he is condoning such actions, and therefore, violent acts are okay."



After viewing the commercial, provide your two cents. In 250-500 words, write a response that describes your position on this issue. HAVE FUN.

DAY 2: ART and ADVERTISING
Although you may not think of comedy as an art form, it is most definitely an art, and a pretty challenging one to truly master. Making something seem funny, especially to a large audience, is much more difficult than it may seem. I want you to think about what makes something funny. There are many possibilies here, but answer the question, "What makes something funny?" Then watch the Charlie Chaplin clip that you'll find below. Yes, this is a very old film, but it is still funny to the modern viewer. Why is this the case?



After watching the clip from the film, Modern Times, explain what makes it funny. Then, write a response that discusses the differences and similarities of a comedy from today's film era and Modern Times. Why are they both funny yet also very different? Consider this question but also just write about what makes both types of films funny. Write a 125-250 word response.