tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2047075466508410043.post328928521716179007..comments2011-12-05T06:15:49.066-08:00Comments on Second Chance or Second...: Russian 101: First ClassKdbenjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14649276043010415995noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2047075466508410043.post-43053464248936719342011-10-03T14:52:15.401-07:002011-10-03T14:52:15.401-07:00No, I knew most of those phrases also, but was sur...No, I knew most of those phrases also, but was surprised that others knew them as well. The "they" in that sentence is just whoever makes up Russian phonetic rules. As of the second class, everyone was still there +1. <br /><br />And yes, I do have trouble participating when I might get it right the first time. If this weren't a language class, you'd be right, I'd be okay speaking up and being opinionated, but if there's a chance I could get it wrong, I'm less likely to speak out. Tonight's another test - first day, second week, yay!Kdbenjihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14649276043010415995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2047075466508410043.post-83173071381945465912011-09-28T13:30:31.961-07:002011-09-28T13:30:31.961-07:00I take it that you didn't know simple phrases ...I take it that you didn't know simple phrases but DO know the Cyrillic alphabet? Who is the “they” in this sentence: "...otherwise it's an "a" unless they decide differently and just don't tell you." So, 35+ students on day one... How many will there be next week and the week after that. How do you say... um... dropped class? Maintain focus and "stay on target" ("Gold Five", Star Wars: Episode IV, 1977) and you'll be just fine.<br /><br />It's hard to believe that YOU might have trouble speaking up or participating. To test your boundaries and stress your comfort zone, try sitting "Front and Center". It might be that this whole process will easier than you think.<br /><br />Next up: Round #2<br /><br /><br />P.S. Good luck with your education and writing projects!Patrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10122513780960916734noreply@blogger.com