I have to read this book called "The Year 1000" and it soooo boring! I get so frustrated trying to read it because it doesn't make any sense to me. Can anyone help me?
2006-07-22 07:06:23 · 10 answers · asked by Emily 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
Reading cue cards and "copy" is important for all performers, and public speaking is useful for many occupations. If something you have to read is VERY boring, use it to practice your speech; read it out loud. You will improve your elocution, and finish the required reading assignment at the same time. Just make sure to breathe and use your voice properly so you don't get hoarse.
2006-07-22 08:24:56 · answer #1 · answered by nouryture 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Let's assume that this is required reading for school or something... because if it's not required, there's no rule saying you have to read it. I usually give an author 50-100 pages to grab my attention; if the author can't do that, I'll find another book that will. I have read the first page of a novel, and I can tell right away it's crap. I'm not familiar with "The Year 1000"... and I've taught school for over 20 years. I can tell you there's plenty of great literature available... finding it can be a hassle because there's so much offered today. So ONLY IF you are required to read this book, I say read it as quickly as possible... take notes if there's a test over it... but get it over with soon so you can move on to a book you'll truly love. Here's a favorite of mine... it's an old relic really... but if you give it a chance, it will touch your heart. I guess I particularly like it because it's about the life of a teacher. They've made some movies out of it, none of which carry the charm as the original book, "Goodbye Mr. Chips."
2006-07-22 14:20:01 · answer #2 · answered by Mike S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some books start out slow and then pick up as you get into them. I feel for you, but the best way to read a book you hate is to read it. Once you're done, go out and celebrate.
2006-07-22 14:11:40 · answer #3 · answered by freedomnow1950 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can borrow the audiobook from your library. I recommend against cliff's notes and similar supplements because teachers can tell if you use them.
When I was in high school, I had to read "Ethan Fromme" (sp?) by Edith Wharton. It was physically painful to read, because I had to force myself to stay awake to read it. It was the ultimate cure for insomnia.
2006-07-22 14:33:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try to reward yourself for every x number of pages you read. That could maybe motivate you. For example, for each five or ten pages you read, you get to come and read Yahoo! Answers for five minutes. For each 50 pages you read, you get to answer two questions. Something like that. Good luck!:)
2006-07-22 14:10:58 · answer #5 · answered by Ladida 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get some help from sparknotes.com, if its on there. Or, read some reviews first or watch the movie, if there is one.
2006-07-22 14:08:12 · answer #6 · answered by ♪Grillon♫ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't read it
Read a wholoe bunch of online plot summaries.
Say you read it
Simple as that
2006-07-22 16:46:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
See if you can get it on audio. It's less painful. Try the library.
2006-07-22 14:09:36 · answer #8 · answered by Robin C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try books on tape from your local library
2006-07-22 14:11:51 · answer #9 · answered by Rock_N_Roll_Chicky 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its simple...start luving it.....
2006-07-22 14:09:25 · answer #10 · answered by tinkle 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋