'If I ruled the world’ is a song written and performed by Nas. In the lyrics there are many messages about different life struggles from politics,racism and everyday life. This song has a major part in the success of rap and hip hop and the lyrics tell the story of Nas. If he was to rule the world he explains what he would do to change things.

I think this song is very relatable and relevant to many people. The lyrics of the song are focused on people's everyday struggles and events that are taking place in society. For example the first line of the song says “Imagine smoking weed in the streets without cops harassing”, which instantly puts an idea of one the many problems going on in society. Even though these lyrics were written back in 1996, arrests for position or use of the drug are still a major headline in society. Also "Black latino and anglo and saxon. I'd open every cell in Attica and send em to Africa." To me this line symbolises the racism and poverty that is happening around Nas. It’s important to note that this song was written with the intent of talking about black issues in society. He writes this song to make people more aware of what is actually going on and what most people do not get to hear about and further explains stories of these situations through the power of music. "Black latino and anglo saxon” means that no matter what race someone is, if they’re living in poverty Nas wishes to be able to give everyone a life of peace. This songs tackles issues head on and I think things like this need to be noticed more so it can become easier for people to talk about it.

I think the theme of acceptance and equal rights is relevant in our society. From the lyrics of the song it holds many statements of these aspects in our society. For example “If I ruled the world and everything in it, sky's the limit I push a Q-45 Infinit It wouldn't be no such thing as jealousies or B Felonies”. A q-45 is a luxury car, and Nas meant in order to fit in he would get this car and fit into the upper class of society. He then wouldn't get looked at funny or get called out because he is doing as everyone else is to stay relevant. From my point of view I see people losing who they really are as a person to become someone's they aren't, to be accepted by others because you're not "strange” or "the odd one out". By “B- felonies” Nas is inflicting the fact that if he ruled the world he would make people live in harmony. B-felonies are the second most serious form of felony - manslaughter, aggravated sexual assaults, first degree reckless homicide, possession of heroin and cocaine. I think this song shows how difficult life can be for some people and others don't even realise it. Constantly people aren't being treated equally for who they are because society doesn't accept them. Problems like the ones talked about in this song are pushed to the side and not talked about because it is uncomfortable for people to face the truth. Because of this song people are forced to listen to it and is become more aware of.  People will realise life is supposed to be lived in peace and harmony, but it'll be too late.

“If i ruled the world I'd free all my sons”. The actions Nas would take on the racism struggle that was going on in his society and many of these problems still exist. To conclude this, I think that this song gives an insight to a lot struggles in society. It is a strong message that makes everyone aware of what other people go through every day.

Reading log

Title: Benji Marshall, My story

By: Benji Marshall with Glenn jackson

Text type: Auto Biography

Date: 30 March 2017

Summary:

The autobiography ‘Benji’ is the life story of the league player Benji Marshall. The book takes you into the depth of the struggle, heartbreak, the work and also the success of Benjis life and what it takes to be a professional league player. Benji marshall is a professional league player who has represented his club and even country in many appearances. Benji is god in the league and in this book you learn how it all started

I can relate to benji in this book. Benji is in a way like me as i also play league not at a highest level like him but i've had the same feelings he's had when representing your family and team in league at a high level and the stress and feelings that those can bring.

Health and safety is important So we can stay safe in the cooking environment, we won't be risk if we can keep our standards when cooking and cleaning at a high level
An example is by just simply washing our hands in hot and soapy water before handling our food by taking this action we don't have the risk of spreading germs and bugs that were on our hands, health and safety is very important in the cooking room if we us these guidelines and rules set we can keep everyone safe and out of harms reach

Guidelines we took to insure our food was safe

1. We all washed our hands
2. We made sure all of our cooking equipment was clean
3. We made sure we used the color chopping boards for the right food categories
4. We checked the inside temp of our chicken to make sure it was correctly cooked

       We were protecting our food from salmonella, We took the action of making sure the inside temp of our chicken was high enough so no bacteria would be in our chicken and we wouldn't get sick, We knew we were safe because at that high of a temperature the bacteria is fully dead

FRIED RICE


Ingredients

1 cup long grain white rice
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 bacon rashers, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and grated
2 shallots, trimmed, finely sliced
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 tablespoon soy sauce, plus extra to serve


Method

Cook the rice in a large saucepan of boiling water for 12 minutes or until tender. Drain and leave to cool ( http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333).
Prepare vegetables and bacon: Chop bacon. Peel and grate carrot. Finely slice shallots.
Using a whisk, lightly beat eggs in a small bowl. Heat oil in non-stick wok or large frying pan over medium heat. Add eggs. Swirl over base to form an omelette. Cook 2 minutes. Turnover. Cook 2 minutes until set. Transfer to a chopping board. Set aside to cool slightly. Cut into short strips.
Add bacon to wok. Cook 4 minutes until light golden. Add carrot. Stir fry 1 minute. Add shallots, peas and rice. Cook, stirring, 3-4 minutes. Add egg and soy sauce. Stir until heated through. Serve immediately, with extra soy.

FRIED RICE

Project based learning

Date:  28/11/16 Action taken: We emailed and called the organization that we are trying to get the stencils from What happened as a result?  We gained more information on the stencils and are now arranging to get the stencils from them Enablers: They replied in a quick amount of time, Mr peseta checked over and helped us as we writ the email Barriers:   Other comments:

Date:  5/12/16 Action taken: We called a guy to arrange to get the stencils We gained more information on the stencils and are now aragining to get the stencils from them Enablers: mr aitken let us call them, they were available Barriers:   Other comments: We got a better understanding of who we were contacting

Date:  5/12/16 Action taken: We planned out how we were going to receive or get the stencils from the organisation Enablers: Mr aitken was able to drives us to the building they are located at so we were able to get the stencils Barriers:   Other comments: It was great to go and meet a person that was apart of this movment he showed us photos and gave us a better understanding of the situation

Date:  5/12/16 Action taken: Me and julia then went around the school and spray painted the gutters Enablers: They were able to give us environmental friendly spray paint, Mr sutton agreed and let us do our action Barriers:   Other comments: The stencils came out clear and stand out which was what we were hoping for

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