Lecture Notes on Art, Animals, Reading, and Photography

Art

• Personal Connection:

  • Art as a way to express emotions.
  • Preference for art over music.
  • Enjoys painting and observing others' artistic expression.

• Importance of Art Classes:

  • Art is subjective, teaching basic theories like color theory is necessary.
  • Belief in the freedom of individual creativity over strict adherence to methods.

• Favorite Artists:

  • Musician: Rihanna
    • Influences mood positively.
    • Enjoys sharing music experiences with friends.

Animals

• Pets:

  • Owns two cats named NI and Tuti.
  • Describes NI as lazy and introverted, similar to own personality.

• Past Pets:

  • Previously owned ducks, hopes to revisit owning them in the future when more settled.

• Preference Between Cats and Dogs:

  • Prefers cats due to cultural background (Muslim family perceptions of dogs).
  • Enjoys cats’ personalities and characteristics.

Reading

• Reading Habits:

  • Used to read frequently in middle school, reading was a big part of identity.
  • Currently reads approximately once every two months due to life circumstances.

• Book Recommendations:

  • Recommends "All the Bright Places" for its relatability to teenagers.
  • Enjoys reading physical books over eBooks for the experience.

Photography

• Photography Practices:

  • Enjoys taking pictures of people (friends, family) and everyday objects.
  • Likes to capture different perspectives through photography.

• Framing Photos:

  • Hasn't framed photos before but finds the idea interesting.

• Holiday Communication:

  • Prefers sending photos over postcards to family and friends while on vacation.

Favorite Author

• Jane Austen:
  • Currently reading "Pride and Prejudice".
  • Interests in the Victorian era, intrigued by language and writing style.
  • Desire to learn about Austen’s lifestyle and era.

Children's Literature

• Popular Books:

  • Uncertain about current popular children's literature but enjoyed Dr. Seuss growing up.

• Encouraging Reading in Children:

  • Parents' influence is crucial; providing reading opportunities versus screen time.

Reading for Different Purposes

• Speed Reading:

  • Considered useful for jobs with high demand for reading efficiency.

• Fiction vs. Non-Fiction:

  • Fiction provides escapism and creative engagement, making it more enjoyable for many.

• Impact of Online Bookstores:

  • Physical bookstores closing is seen as negative, as it diminishes the book-buying experience.

Performance Feedback Summary

• Pronunciation:

  • Clear and easily understood. Good intonation and use of connected speech.

• Fluency and Coherence:

  • Answers developed well, but encourage exploring different perspectives in responses.

• Grammar:

  • Excellent grammar with minor slips, reflects natural speech patterns.

• Vocabulary:

  • Rich vocabulary used accurately, appropriate for varied topics discussed.