Static Electricity

Learning about the history of electricity was rather fun. It was interesting to watch how much of a mark it made on science. However, I am still curious as to why static electricity was one of the only fields of electricity explored at the time. The story behind the creation of Frankenstein is a good example. Conduction, friction, and induction were interesting to learn about because they occur sometimes in…

Barney the Rat

(ordered from left to right) “We are alone on the island now, Barney and I.” (pg.211) “It was something of a jolt to have to sack Tayloe after all these years, but I had not alternative.”  (pg.211) “At last I have complete freedom to carry on my work without the mute reproaches of Tayloe.” (pg.212) “I have given Barney complete run of the place, and what sport it is to…

Readers Response: “A Television Drama”

Part A- The Reporter’s POV I’m standing in the middle of mayhem, here. Terror has struck a small, seemingly innocent town as a murder suspect has been seen running through the streets from the authorities. Police have warned local residents to remain inside their homes as the suspect is assumed to be armed and dangerous. If you see him, do not approach. Instead, call for the police. He has attempted to…