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Issue 2 of the Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine
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OAKBANK Sixth Form Magazine
ISSUE 2 - JULY 2010
The Summer Challenge.
Sixth Form: The Review!
Hail Animator.
UCAS Time.
The Year at a Glance
Continues at the back >>
Content
Dear Readers,
So, here is the second issue of the new Sixth Form Magazine. This issue focuses on
what you can do in the summer to satisfy your interests and things that you could do
which would bulk up your personal statement. As usual, see included: the fashion page,
the music reviews, the gig reviews and the things to do page. Also, just a reminder that
you can find a list of open days, useful websites and past issues at www.osfm.co.nr.
Hope you all enjoy reading the magazine and have an amazing summer.
Your Editor,
Jasmine Camm.
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 02
04 - The Big Lesson
05 - Helpful University Tips
06 - Summer Challenge
07 - Fashion
09 - Summer Courses
10 - Internet Picks of the Month
11 - Things to Do
12 - Things to Own
13 - Hail Animator: Review
14 - Music
15 - Film
15 - Games
16 - Random Facts
17 - Open Days
19 - Contact Us
(Click a page title to be taken to it!)
"What a beautiful, sunny morning. It makes
you happy to be alive, doesn't it? We can't let
the sun outshine us! We have to beam, too! "
– Takayuki Ikkaku
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 03
The Big Lesson Sixth Form is a learning experience, not just in your subject lessons but also in your breaks,
lunchtimes and „study‟ (free) periods. Here we have year 12 from the view of a few year 12 stu-
dents and also the odd quote from the 13 student to sum up their whole Sixth Form experience.
By Kieran Clayton
When I started Year 12, I admit that I was a little apprehen-
sive; and the silly thing is that I probably wouldn‟t be able to
tell you exactly why, because I don‟t even know. But if I had
to hazard a guess, I would say there were indeed several fac-
tors that most likely contributed: new environment, not really
knowing what or who to expect and Year 13. After the first
weeks, we had all found our places in Sixth Form (literally in
the Common Room), we began to develop relationships with
staff and fellow students who we would have never even spo-
ken to before. Yes, I found the work load a bit challenging at
first but I soon got to grips with it, even with a long commute.
And as for the Year 13 thing, after a while it wasn‟t year 13
and year 12, we are just Sixth Form; one of my very good friends now, was one of the people I
was initially terrified of, a member of Year 13. All I can say is I look forward to progressing
more in Sixth Form and learning more about myself and others, including the new Year 12 we
will welcome in September! (Although, we might get a little protective of our seats in the Com-
mon Room.)
By Jasmine Camm
I've loved being at Sixth Form, and as somebody who was-
n't planning on coming here, i'd say that's quite a feat! The
year has been filled with things that i'm glad to have experi-
enced, whether I enjoyed them at the time or not. Cake,
Cambridge and friends are a few words that spring to mind.
Over the past year i've forged friendships with people that I
never thought I would. There've been opportunities that
have changed the way I look at things. And we've all be-
come comfortable in each others presence; that alone is
something that was unthinkable in lower school. The initial
period was getting used to being here, then it was settling
into your subjects (if you weren't going to change them again!), then it was January exams -
Panic! After the 'phew! we're still alive' moment, we got our results back, some good and some
bad. All too soon, it was the main period of our AS exams when everyone was stressed trying
to fit that revision in. And then, quite abruptly, it was the end of the year, now. This year has
gone so quickly and it's sad to have seen it fly by so fast; but that's what happens and i'm sure
next year will be just as awesome and just as short. Along with that, i'm sure there'll be floods
of tears at the end... Then, we must take our first steps into the real world. Strange, isn't it?
By You Lot
“Year 12 comes with highs and lows, fun and laughter, challenges and rewards, all in a years
work ( and a lot of work that is).”
“Although it's been hard and I've wanted to rip
my hair out at times, it's something I wouldn‟t
have wanted any differently. Everyone seems
to be a lot closer now and we've all been given
so many opportunities from fund raising for
Manorlands to trips to Cameroon! Also, we
couldn't ask for a better Annie! .”
“My whole 6th form experience was in-
teresting. I made some great friends and
once all the work was over, I realized that
I learned so much...”
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 04
Helpful University Tips By Nicola Langthorne
With the prospect of University looming, now is a great chance to really make the best use of your
time. It is highly recommended that you visit as many University Open Days as possible, whether it be to
see one you are interested in, or just to get a better feel of University life and Campus. Look at the useful
list of Open Days in this very issue or on www.osfm.co.nr to see when and where you can visit!
A great suggestion from many sources, is to plump up your personal statements, whilst you have free
time. Volunteer work, charity events and Enrichment Day
activities are brilliant opportunities to do so. However, as
time is running out we can't rely on school providing
these. To do extra activities in your own time this summer
would definitely be helpful for University Applications,
particularly if they were sought for by you.
Despite how nerve-wracking it is, Personal Statements
are your chance to shine when applying. So, to really
make an effort now and over the summer would be benefi-
cial in the long run. Plus, not all voluntary work is boring!
If you find something that interests you then it'll provide
you with a way of having fun, filling up your summer and
making sure you have things for your Personal Statement.
Have a wonderful summer, readers!
By Jasmine Camm
As we all know, UCAS has made an entrance and we are all expected to have an idea of the Univer-
sities which we would like to apply to, by September. Throughout the summer you should be researching
Universities in a range of ways, afterall, the more opinions you get, the more accurate your overall image
will be. Prospectuses are available to view online and can also be ordered from the website of your chosen
Universities. Also, attend as many relevant open days and tours as you can,
ask the representatives of the University questions, ask past and present
students their opinions and always bare in mind what YOU want in your
University. Whilst researching, here are some things to consider:
Student Satisfaction.
Research Assessment.
Student-Staff Ratio.
Graduate Prospects.
Quality of teaching.
How much tuition time you‟ll have.
The suitability of the local area.
Is the course at that University right for you?
Campus based?
Big or Small?
Is the work mostly coursework or exams?
Do you/Will you meet the entry requirements?
Yes, the rankings of Universities DO vary, however this is just because different organisations assess the
Universities in different ways.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/education/universityguide
http://extras.timesonline.co.uk/stug/universityguide.php
http://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/single.htm?ipg=7281
Also, for students opinions...
http://www.whatuni.com/
But do remember that everyone has different opinions, and one person‟s good could be another person‟s
evil. So don‟t take it straight to heart.
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 05
HOMEWORK: We have provided you with this check list of things to do throughout the summer holidays... If
you could complete the whole list then you are well on your way to making year 13 smooth
sailing and obtaining a university placement.
Volunteer work
Summer Check List >> Print Me <<
Read a Few Books
Work Experience
Summer Job
Draft Your Personal Statement
Have Fun!
Open Days
Stay Over in Uni Location
Narrow Down to 8 Unis
Results Day! Be Positive...
Attend Summer Crash Courses
Return this list completed (including the form below) and hand it into a member of the
OSFM team and you will be entered into a prize draw to win a PRIZE! And there is no
use in lying, because we will ask questions and use our psychic abilities against you.
Not even Google could prepare you for this quiz...
NAME:...............................................................................................................................
TUTOR GROUP:..............
See Toy Story 3D
Read up on Your Future Lessons
Don’t Spend All Your Money!
Complete This List
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 08
Fashion By Michaela Johns
With the summer holidays within our grasp, we‟ll all be jetting off to sunny destinations for
a few weeks. In this issue, holiday wear is the main focus: bright print swimwear, hats, sunnies,
kaftan cover-ups and statement sandals.
Trend 1 – Swimwear Trend 2 – Beach jewellery Trend 3 – Sandals
All From
Topshop
£25,
Topshop
£32,
Topshop
Riverisland
£6,
Boohoo.co.uk
£10,
Fatface
£7.50,
Fatface
Riverisland
£6,
Fatface
Trend 4 – Cover-ups
£12
£28
Fatface
£14
£28
£31.50
£20,
Topshop
£8,
Topshop
£35,
Topshop
£55,
irregularchoice.com
£67, SALE
irregularchoice.com
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 08
Fashion Something for the guys
Cont.
£17.50,
Fatface
£20,
Fatface
£22,
asos.com
£14,
Topman
£35,
asos.com
£30,
asos.com
For the festival go-ers…
There‟s a great range of festival wear in Fat Face at the moment, whether it‟s in the sale or full
price. Since I work there, I can give you a 20% discount on full price items!
£15
£12
£19
£85.50,
Irregualchocice.com
And Elsewhere...
£16,
Topman
£4, SALE
asos.com
£8,
Urban Outfitters
£20, SALE
asos.com
£8, SALE
asos.com
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 04
Fashion Show! By Olivia Sayer
By Jasmine Camm
Here are just a few examples of courses and classes that last for a short amount of
time that count be of use to you, depending on where your interest lie. As there is such a
vast range in interests that people have, I have chosen to share only a small amount.
There are so many things on this summer and they‟re advertised in papers, on websites,
in shop windows, just keep your eye open! The choice varies from archaeology digs on
the moors to chemistry days at colleges. There are also a lot of summer schools occurring
which are not limited to Universities, but there are also thing such as beginners lan-
guages. You don‟t need to pay for all of them!
A group of us recently went on a
day trip to Bradford College to attend
an art exhibition accompanied by a
fashion show. The fashion show, which
was displayed in the Imax theatre, pre-
sented its audience with the work of
students who had worked to a BTEC
and Degree level, showing products of
their final year collection.
In my opinion, the collections were
finished to a high quality standard, all
portraying different themes as shown in
the images.
Summer Courses
First Aid Course St. John's Ambulance, Harrogate.
£20
3 Hours
Bentham Pottery Course. Ingleton.
£25
2.5 hours.
Fashion Photoshop for ages 16-18
London.
FREE.
2 days.
Telephone: 020 8522 5700 (quote 'Summer Fashion Courses')
But, if you really can‟t bring yourself to leave your house...You could always start fol-
lowing an online course or tutorial. These can be found in a number of areas (Youtube,
Google... ) Although you need to sieve through a few less-than-great sites, it‟s fairly
easy to find genuine and useful courses. Youtube is good for pronunciation of foreign
languages, learning sign language and using polymer clay, whereas finding an online
language course just works through Google-ing.
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 10
Internet picks of the month By Ruby Whelan
www.newsarse.com/
Want to keep up with the news, but also fulfil your
daily satire quotient? This website is for you! The
site basically takes news stories and re-writes them
with more of a mickey-taking slant. According to
the website; “We strongly believe that all news sto-
ries should be considered A Remarkable Special
Event (ARSE), and as such each and every story we
cover is treated like ARSE.” News ARSE – because
they never let the truth get in the way of a funny
story.
I don‟t know what I like most about The Oatmeal;
the crazy artwork, the silly comics or the fact that it
manages to make learning about grammar both in-
formative and ridiculous! The website consists of
comics on various subjects, such as “How to choose
a banshee” and “How to tell if your cat is plotting
to kill you”; quizzes, such as “How many Justin
Beibers could you take in a fight?” and “How long
you could survive on the surface of the sun?”; and
other miscellany, which is basically The Oatmeal‟s ramblings. My favourites have got to be the
collection of dumb jokes, and the many grammar-related comics – they greatly appeal to my
grammar-Nazi side. Updates are fairly random, and I doubt there is any kind of schedule.
www.theoatmeal.com/
Now, as a person who enjoys cake and doesn‟t make a
bad cake herself, this site is most definitely cringe-
worthy (and therefore hilarious). Think of all the ways a
cake could be ruined by a professional baker, double it,
and you have come somewhat close to the amazing
level of stupidity that is humorously showcased on this
website. From misspellings (and OH, there are thou-
sands. Who knew you could spell “birthday” in so
many ways?!), to shoddy craftsmanship, to just plain
weird designs, this website pokes fun at them all. How-
ever, it‟s not all bad – check out Sunday Sweets for
some wonderfully made, truly gorgeous cakes.
www.cakewrecks.com/
This ever humorous and ever slightly insane webcomic
is the baby of Jeph Jaques – he started it on August 1st
2003 and since then he‟s quite his job and lives entirely
from merchandise sales – a pretty cool thing to do with
your life. It follows the lives of a group of friends (it
was just 3 people and a robot to begin with, and now I
can‟t even count the regular characters), who usually
hang out at Coffee of Doom – think Starbucks, but more
badass. It updates every weekday, and has done for
some time – if you want to catch up with the story (which I did) be warned, as there are over
1700 comics to get though. Alternatively, you could just read the wikipedia page and be lazy,
yeah! It‟s also interesting to see how the artwork improves over time – shows what 7 years of
practise can do!
www.questionablecontent.net/
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 11
Things to do By Jasmine Camm & Rhianna Jones
Behind the Scenes
with Time Team
Leeds City
Museum,
Millennium
Square
Thu 29 July
evening
Time Team‟s Raksha Dave tells us what really
happens on and off camera on the world‟s long-
est running archaeology TV programme. Part of
the UK-wide Festival of British Archaeology -17
July-1 Aug.
Cheryl Kellett 0113 2243732 Booking neces-
sary
Summer Vintage
Fair.
Leeds 31st July
Ilkley Book Fair Kings Hall &
Winter Gardens,
Station Road,
Ilkley
Fri 23 July to
Sat 24 July Secondhand and antiquarian books, maps and
prints for sale. Woo!
Great Yorkshire
Food Show
Harewood
House
Saturday 24th For all you foodies out there, here's a tasty day
out that will tickle your taste buds.
Tasting the Past Museums Shef-
field: Weston
Park, Western
Bank, Sheffield
Sat 24–Sun 25
July
11.00–15.30
Also a part of the British Archeolody Festival,
you can experience what food was like in the
past and at the same time, learn a few interest-
ing facts that you never knew about your food!
London Musicals Oliver, Lion King, Billy Elliot, Phantom of the
Opera, Love Never Dies, Jersey Boys, Grease,
Stomp, Dirty Dancing, Les Miserables, Legally
blonde and more... Just visit http://
www.ukstudentlife.com/Ideas/Events/July.htm
James and The
Giant Peach
(Open Air Thea-
tre) Harewood
House
Saturday 24th A great way to treat the family or just have a fun
day out, tickets will need to be booked so please
visit the Harewood House website
Event Location Times Further Information
O... and don‟t forgot that the Sixth Form Magazine will return with the new academic
year to welcome you all back into the joys of Sixth Form at Oakbank! Keeps you eyes
peeled... www.osfm.co.nr
FREE
Chosen Universities
Website
Not the best looking shoes, admittedly.
They're also not very efficient. But, if you're
paranoid about being attacked, then these are
the shoes for you! Just break the tip the shoe to reveal a hidden stun gun to shock your attacker.
They were inspired by a woman who wanted to "intimidate her intimidators" and wanted to be
"empowered without losing her femininity". Sure, the reasoning and the idea behind the shoes
are great... Unfortunately, once you've smashed them, you'll have to buy another pair and ex-
plain to the police why you have a stun gun in your shoe. Ah well, can't please everyone.
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 12
Things to own
By Kieran Clayton
This Months Essential Item!
If you haven't already then it really is time to
start collecting those prospectuses and searching
for the right uni for you! Get ordering them,
start now by visiting the website of a university
you have been thinking about, all you need to do
is fill out a form.
Lots of Prospectuses
You may be thinking... „O, just another
student card‟. Well yes it is that but this
one offers so much more; not only do you
get discount in popular shops such as Top-
shop/man there is also the added bonus of discount on all the
EXTREMELY useful books in the UCAS book shop. Or if you
fancy a bite to eat you can get discounts with popular takeaway
chain, Dominos Pizza, plus a lot more restaurants. Of course
there is more than discounts, you will also be kept up to date with the universities and courses
you show an interest in. Best of all its FREE and it only take a few minutes to sign up!
Whether you had one as a child or not, you
should have one now! The slinky dog has
played a big role in all of our childhoods,
thanks to Toy story! Now with the latest release
of Toy story 3 there isn‟t any better time for you to get your
hands on one... Whilst your at it... Get yourself a Mr Potato
Head, Buzz, Woody In fact go mad and visit the Toy Story
shop on the Toys „R‟ Us Website: HERE. Happy Playing ;)
Changing the TV channel shouldn‟t
be boring, and now it isn‟t! Imagine
this... Your watching a really bad
film, for example... Twilight, and you
really just want it off your screen; well now you can do this with
the added satisfaction of thinking you‟ve shot Pattinson and Kris-
ten Stewart. Back on planet earth... Sorry, this handy little gun
will make changing the channel so much more enjoyable!
Alien TV Channel Changer,
£5.99, SALE
hawkin.com
Editors Pick
Cinderella meets Lara Croft
UCAS card
FREE,
UCAS.ac.uk
Slinky Dog,
£14.99,
hawkin.com
Leeds Fest 2010 is something that a lot
of you are looking forward to, for me though it
was one of the heats for the FutureSound com-
petition in which the winner of each heat gets to
play at Leeds Fest that got me excited. The par-
ticular heat I attended was on Monday 5th July
at the Cockpit in Leeds and I was going full out
on support for Hail Animator; a fantastic, indie-
rock, Leeds band. Even going to the extent of
producing a t-shirt using an old poster from one
of their previous gigs and a pritstick, which I
had to take with me for maintenance.
Before the music began we ended up meet-
ing a few of the band as they wondering the
room and of course ventured to the bar; I must
say they were all very much in favor of the t-
shirt and were all genuinely grateful for our
support. We stood at the back of the room for
the first band, after all it was a competition and
we didn't want to seem too keen on the other
acts, although we still applauded... quietly. The
first band, Afraid Like You, had a good sounds
and lots of energy, but I felt like I'd seen them
before, or at least the lead singer.
We managed to make our way to the front
for the second act, just to guarantee a position
there for when Hail Animator took to the stage.
This was a bad move though, the room got hot-
ter and hotter the closer you got to the stage,
and I felt like I should have been singing along
or at least acknowledging that I knew the songs
of the second act, when in fact I'd never heard
of them in my life... BangBangRomeo. This
interesting band had real variety in their act,
starting with a acoustic song that really compli-
mented the lead singers voice, and as the act
progressed the songs were ranging from Rock
to something about more dancy, at times. One
thing catching my eye on the stage was the
backcombed beauty of a hairstyle that was bob-
bing round in front of me, complete with color-
ful feathers and probably a whole lot of hair-
spray, this really was a hair-do to be desired, 5
Introducing... Band Name: Hail Animator
Band Members: Richard // Adam // Bradley // Ste
Based in: Leeds
Genre: Indie
The suspense built for Hail Animator as they set up their
equipment on stage, we were all very much possessed with
excitement, and we also found that one of the band mem-
bers names is actually easy to chant unlike to the band
name! The band opened with a track from their recently
released EP – „We Live In Boxes‟ – „what you did‟ got the
crowd limbering up and beginning to pull out the moves, it
was time to make some noise! The band seemed on top
form and hopeful about the competition even though the
other band had masses of marked supporters (All wearing
the same t-shirt… how embarrassing!), let‟s not forget, Hail
animator had one too!
After several tracks from their EP, including that track
containing the line “we live in boxes” (Easier Said Than
Done), we got to the new stuff, a nice way to end the set.
Although, the night still managed to get better with the in-
troduction to the first new song, „Are you Gonna‟, it in-
cluded a dedication to “the guy down front with the home-
made Hail Animator t-shirt” – making the t-shirt, I‟m sure,
very much worth his while! The new material including the
last song, „Start A Fire‟, definitely had the Hail Animator
feel but it continues to be fresh and have something about it
that sets it apart from the rest.
After their set we resorted to the back of the room where
we met the band again, had pictures and a good chat, mak-
ing me very excited for the next gig!
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 13
By Kieran Clayton
Afraid Like You
BangBangRomeo
Hail Animator
We Live in Boxes
OUT NOW!
Available on iTunes or @ www.split.co.uk
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 15
Music
'California Gurls' is the first
single to be released from
Katy's new album "Teenage
Dream" and it proves that
Katy Perry is one of the best
performers in this day and
age. With Snoop Dogg's
opening, "Greetings loved
ones, let's take a journey,"
we are transported to a Cali-
fornia of beaches, bikinis,
and the sun so hot it "will
melt your popsicle." The
song is little more than light,
frothy pop, but that may be
exactly what you need today
when dreaming about the
summer and a few months
from now, baking happily in
Katy Perry - California
Gurls
B.O.B ft Hayley Williams -
Airplanes
What I love about this song is
the moving lyrics. Hitting
number 2 after only a couple
of weeks, it is loved so many
others. Anchored by a power-
ful, haunting pop chorus,
B.o.B. dips into something
much deeper and complex
than his debut #1 smash
"Nothin' On You." Hayley
Williams, lead vocalist of Pa-
ramore is brought in to deliver
the chorus with a slightly frag-
ile, longing beauty, matching
the lyrics with perfection. Part
II of the song also features a
rap from Eminem that only
complicates the subject mat-
ter. In my opinion, this is one
of the most intensely emo-
tional hit singles of the year so
far.
Eminem - Recovery
ALBUM OF THE MONTH
After his flop last year with his
album “Relapse”, Eminem defi-
nitely needed a recovery with a
new album. Personally, I think
he‟s made a great comeback with
this album. He even admits to fans
that Relapse was mediocre: 'And
to the fans, I’ll never let you down
again, I’m back/I promise to never
go back on that promise, in fact/
Let’s be honest, that last Relapse
CD was eh/Perhaps I ran them
accents into the ground/Relax, I
ain’t going back to that now.' With
fresh beats, and appearances from
the likes of Rihanna, Lil’ Wayne
and Pink, I believe Eminem has
found his feet again and given us
a fresh perspective on his music
and bars. He proves that he is 'not
afraid to take a stand.'
Lady Gaga - Alejandro
Gaga sets standards high with her catchy dance-pop tunes she's been blasting
through our ears for the past year. However this song is a minor slip up for her. I do
agree that it is a good song, just not as good as the get-up-and-go tunes she's pro-
vided us with previously. I admire Gaga for her clever lyrics in the song and the
beat is quite good, but I do feel that she has done better. Maybe it is also the music
video she's done for the video that lowers standards too. It's great in a Gaga way,
but I did get a bit bored whilst watching the mini-movie of a music video; it was slightly odd and dark,
and I am definitely not a fan of her new bowl cut! Video aside, I do like the song, but I expect a little
www.katyperry.com
www.bobatl.com www.eminemworld.com/
By Michaela Johns By Michaela Johns
By Michaela Johns
By Michaela Johns
www.ladygaga.com
This month we shall not be reviewing any games, instead we shall give
an overview of a few of the most anticipated releases which everyone is waiting for.
First up is Call of Duty: Black Ops:
This follows on from the previous Call of Duty in the series. However, it is a totally different
storyline set in Vietnam. The Gamplay trailer gives the impression that the game is rather explo-
sive as you fly around in an Apache helicopter with no goal. My thoughts? I think that there has
been too much hype about it, and it's unlikely to be as well received as it's predecessor, Call of
Duty: Modern Warfare II.
Secondly, Crisis II:
This is the second instalment, as the name would suggest, that is set in a world where aliens
have taken over and humans struggle to survive. One 'lone wolf' possesses a suit of armour that
increases the strength, agility and cloaks of the owner. Obviously, this helps him battle it out
with the alien threat. At first glance, the game appears to be a replica of Crisis I... not too sure
about what the future holds for this one, I suppose we'll just have to wait and see!
Finally, Fallout: New Vegas.
Quite predictably, the game is located in the post Apocalyptic world of Fallout... But Vegas has
been left unscathed. Not much information is available, but I can tell you that the game begins
for you lying in a ditch, dead, after being shot twice in the head.
I recommend buying all of these games, or at least renting
to experiment. Such hype and build-up must mean some-
thing.
I absolutely loved this film! It‟s really funny and ex-
tremely entertaining. I saw it in 3-D and I would defi-
nitely recommend paying that little bit extra for it (it's
worth it). Rumpelstiltskin tricks Shrek into signing a pact so that he may
relive his old bachelor/Ogre lifestyle for one day; for the small price of one
of his childhood days. But crafty Rumpelstiltskin takes a rather important
day - the day that Shrek was born. Thus, Shrek is thrown into a twisted real-
ity of Far Far Away, where Rumpelstiltskin is king, Ogres are hunted and
Shrek and Fiona never met. Shrek turns himself into Rumpelstiltskin, and in
return demands that all Ogres are set free, but as Fiona is only half Ogre she
is imprisoned, along with Shrek. About to be eaten by Dragon (Donkeys'
Wife), Puss, Donkey and the other Ogres arrive just in time to save the day! To-
gether they all defeat Rumpelstiltskin and his forces. Shrek and Fiona have 'true loves kiss', and
her curse is broken once more. All is well, but will Shrek return to his designated reality? You'll
have to watch it and see!
Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine 16
Film & Games Film
Long ago in land far, far away, there once rose a em-
pire that stretched from the steps of China to the
shores of the Mediterranean. The film opens to a land
plagued by war as the empire struggles to expand. It's set in built up areas
which adds to the excitement, by making sure that all of the fights that
occur are intertwined. I didn't expect the film to be true to the games that
it was based on, but it was surprisingly full of free running action and ac-
robatics that made the games so great. The film itself has a gripping story-
line and twisting plot which always keeps the viewer on the edge of their
seats, wondering what will happen next.
Games
By Joss Cope-Smith
The Prince of Persia
By Joss Cope-Smith
Shrek Forever After
By Christina Cooper
- Apocolocynposis is the fear of turning
into a pumpkin. (Been reading a bit too
much Cinderella here?)
- A cockroach can live for nine days without its
head.
- The number of people dreaming in black and
white decreased after the spread of colour tele-
vision.
- New Zealand is home to 70 million sheep and only 4 million people.
- ‟Stewardesses‟ is the longest word that is typed with only the left hand.
- In ancient Greece teachers were paid higher wages than skilled craftsman. They also received gifts
from citizens.
- The average person walks the equivalent of twice around the world in their life.
- If the gherkin in a McDonalds burger was taken out, then the burger would then be classed as a
dessert due to its extreme sugar content.
-A British law was implemented in 1732 which restricted the manufacturing of hats. This was done
in order to protect the fibre industry in England. (No hats?!)
- The blessing of those who sneeze started when the great plague took hold of Europe. The Pope
therefore passed a law requiring people to bless the sneezer.
- The phrase „in the dead of the night‟ was first recorded in 1548. Meaning the 'darkest time of
night' and was used in Edward Halls‟ "Chronicle".
- Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary. - Explanations for the meaning of this rhyme differ. From „pretty
maids‟ and „silver bells‟ being colloquialisms for instruments of torture used under the reign of
Mary I; to relating to Mary Queen of Scots and her unfaithful husband.
- Bal du moulin de la Galette is fifth on the list of most expensive paintings ever sold. Painted by
Pierre-Auguste Renoir, it was sold at over £86 million in 2009.
- Le Louvre was originally constructed as the fortress of King Phillippe Auguste in 1190.
- Deterioration over the years has revealed that a portrait of Elizabeth I holding a bunch of flowers
originally saw her clasping a snake. Although, it is not fully understood whether the original paint-
ing was a portrait of the Queen, and why the snake was replaced.
- The largest gathering of people
to wear underpants is 116 - By
Pants to Poverty in London.
- A mysterious race of ancient
Britons who had much in com-
mon with people today but be-
longed to another human species
lived in Norfolk almost a million
years ago, scientists believe.
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Random Facts
By Jasmine Camm
A chimpanzee can learn to
recognize itself in a mirror,
but a monkey cannot.
Fact of the Month
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August Open Days 20 08 10 Askham Bryan College – Drop in Day
21 08 10 University of Central Lancashire
21 08 10 University of Sunderland
21 08 10 York St John
25 08 10 York St John
25 08 10 Lancaster University
31 08 10 University of Aberdeen
Seminars, Conferences, Workshops
If your university isn‟t here, check the Oakbank Sixth Form Magazine Website for a full list of
University open days.
And some for September...
10 09 10 University of Derby
10 09 10 University of Liverpool
11 09 10 University of Birmingham
11 09 10 York St John
15 09 10 Aberystwyth University
16 09 10 University of Glamorgan
17 09 10 St Anne‟s College, Oxford-University Information
Day
18 09 10 Lancaster University
18 09 10 Newnham College, Cambridge
22 09 10 Harper Adams University College, Shropshire
22 09 10 Aston University
26 09 10 University of Central Lancashire
And a few for October...
02 10 10 University of Lincoln
02 10 10 Newcastle University
02 10 10 University of Reading
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