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On May 1, 2014, my grandmother, Phuong Tran, passed away because of a stroke. We were so close and I usually stayed in her house while my parents were in their business trip. The days before her death, there were no signs of sickness. She did her daily jobs as usual. We also made some … Read more
Jurasssic Park is a #1 New York best-selling, science fiction novel written by Michael Crichton. Hammond creates Jurassic Park with a small amount of staffs to increase efficiency and money flow. Hammond, instead of a large group of staff, has a computer system that operates all the park’s functions. A large function in the computer … Read more
Outside of school, I have been involved in lots of different activities, such as horseback riding, piano, classical reading and creative writing class. However, I am most passionate about horseback riding, my book discussion club, and my writing class. Ever since I was little, I knew that I wanted go horseback ridingand I knew it … Read more
Thesis: The American society has become so politically correct, that no one is able to speak their mind without facing major judgment or discrimination. Society would rather be peaceful Society feels that if everyone is getting along things run smoother To avoid offending someone it is best to keep things unsaid Instead of creating a … Read more
The period between 1924 and 1929 is known as the ‘Golden Age’ or ‘The Years of Hope’. Some people think that the Weimar Republic recovered, but others disagree and think that it’d got worse or was only a slight improvement. During the years 1924 to 1929 the Weimar Republic appeared to recover from the disasters … Read more
Regardless of your age, hip pain can be debilitating. The hip joint is one of the most complex joints in the body. It is also critical to your ability to be mobile. In other words, to get around successfully. There are many different things that can cause hip pain. The potential causes include strains, osteoarthritis, … Read more
In the children’s bedtime storybook, Goodnight Moon, written by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Hurd, the author introduces the reader to“… the great green room” (1) in which greeting the inanimate objects that are first seen when the story begins. The storybook consists of simple lines of rhymes throughout each page along with … Read more
I woke into my new life as I had the previous ones, lying naked in the remembrance capsule, amniotic gel glazing my body. “Mnemonic levels show all green,” said one of the recall technicians from inside their control room. “What is the last thing you remember, Doctor Fedorov? ” Irina, her hair like a halo … Read more
For my Mise-en-scene analysis, I chose the contemporary film, Drive. Released in 2011, Drive is a crime and drama film directed by Nicolas Winding Refn. Ryan Gosling stars a no-name Driver who lives two lives. By day, he is a Hollywood stunt driver and garage mechanic. At night, he uses his driving skills to service … Read more
The idea of a single person holding dominion over all others to form an independent state is the driving force in state consolidation in 17th century Europe. Political development in this concept led to different methods of operating a government two prominent models being absolutism and constitutionalism. The first one centers on a strong centralized … Read more
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time as a Postmodern Novel The promising and celebrated British Writer, Mark Haddon’s mystery narrative, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the NightTime explores the story of a 15 year old boy who manages to scrutinize the murder of his neighbour’s dog. What is special and … Read more
There are many ethical problems and issues raised by this novel. First of all, the novel put to light Dr. Mathis’s fraud when he realized that he was being framed. How could one view this action? Is it ethically correct to do this? Dr. Mathis was quite certain in having no remorse for doing such … Read more
Analyze and evaluate the various Enlightenment philosophers, including Voltaire, David Hume, and John Locke. What contributions did they make to Western Society? The Enlightenment was a reaction against the current political and social frameworks in Europe. The enlightenment attempted to suggest the standards of sound judgment and motivation to the workings of ordinary life and … Read more
Lay counselling provides additional support that is not as structured or restrictive, and generally runs alongside professional counselling sessions. A lay counsellor is a trained individual who understands the importance of providing a listening ear, support and guidance and that sometimes this kind of help and understanding cannot be restricted to appointment times only. Whilst … Read more
Natural disasters and human emergencies are recurring phenomenon’s that leave disastrous effects in their wake. On 12th January 2010, a major earthquake of a 7. 0 magnitude on the Richter scale hit Haiti. The catastrophic quake centred about 15 miles South West of Port-au-Prince left considerable damage to a majority of towns in the country … Read more
On the morning of the 2nd, my group and I observed behavior regarding ageism and adultism at the Starbucks location in the Circle. It was difficult for me at first to distinguish what sort of behavior could fall under either social construct. I suppose this had to do more with me assuming that the location … Read more
Introduction The purpose of this paper is to describe the four health theories. The paper will address how these theories are applied, address two strengths for each theory model, and any limitations. Furthermore, the paper will address the theory that will be used in my public health campaign and justification. Theory of Reasoned Action The … Read more
The ingenuity of Kreuzpaintner in Krabat (Question 1) The movie Krabat, directed by Marco Kreuzpaintner, addresses the adventure of a young orphan named Krabat who learns black magic from an evil sorcerer in a satanic mill. Krabat goes through several struggles that help him develop into this heroic character and ends up fighting for his … Read more
The Children’s Hour is a play by Lillian Hellman. It is set at the school Martha, her aunt, and Karen run. It begins by showing Mary being punished for coming to class late and lying to Martha’s aunt, Mary then tries to evade trouble by faking heart problems and fainting. Karen’s fiance Joe Cardin is … Read more
“Because there’d been this other person, a person who would have never joined a club or chased a girl who didn’t want to get caught. Who never would have let herself get made a fool of. ” (McCreight, 318). This excerpt captures the feelings of Amelia, the protagonist, as she struggles to find her identity … Read more
Middle Adulthood is a complex time period, at which many changes occur in both male and females, such as cognitive, physical, and social differences. This is a stage where nature kicks in most adults, and decrease in how the body hormone operates. Many adults experience challenges in different areas depending on their environment and achievements … Read more
Nuclear power is produced through the use of nuclear reactions to produce nuclear energy that can then be harnessed to generate heat and create superheated steam to drive turbines. The most common nuclear reaction is that of nuclear fission, which is the splitting of an atom’s nucleus into smaller nuclei. Nuclear reactions are incredibly energy … Read more
It was April 1st 1985 and while people were playing pranks on April fool’s day, it was a big day for the Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) as they launched their new cancer therapy machine, Therac-25. The machine according to the chief engineer offered two modes of radiation therapy to cure cancer. This machine … Read more
Healthcare is highly sensitive and influenced by the established principles of a strict code of conduct. The established principles contribute significantly in the mode of operations and service delivery. Also, healthcare is associated with a wide range of tasks as well as decision-making procedures that are affiliated to the provided protocols. The US health care … Read more
Down in the locker room, one of my favorite coaches looked at my team and stated, “I’m sorry. I will not be returning next year to be your coach. ” I sat there almost in tears, because at that moment my love for basketball almost left with him. Billy Martin was a favorite coach of … Read more
Panama’s official name is Republica de Panama. The capital is Panama. The currency they use is a Balboa. One US dollar equals one Balboa. Panama has a ruling party led by Democratic Change. It is supported by Patriotic Union Party, Panamenista Party, and National Republican Liberal Movement. The current president, Juan Carlos Varela, was elected … Read more
Reflections of culture in Nigerian video films • Emmanuel Alozie, Governors State University • For more than 25 years, Nigeria has emerged as one of the world’s leading video film producers. Since its inception, the cultural messages and values contained in these films have been a subject of interest. Several studies have been conducted to … Read more
United States vs. Lori Drew was a case that stemmed from the suicide of thirteen-year-old Megan Meier. Megan was a user of the social network MySpace. A boy named Josh Evans befriended her. When Josh Suddenly started to become harsh in their online conversations, Megan took every word to heart because she viewed him so … Read more
As a senior, I am likely to be vulnerable to senior abuse. Senior abuse is a term given to the act of committing harm or distress towards seniors. An abuser can be a spouse, partner, relative, friend, neighbor, or any other individual. Investigations have shown that preying on seniors has doubled in the past five … Read more
I became a sophomore just one year ago and I have enjoyed every bit of the High School. I’ve met new friends and I have seen some old good friends. I have appreciated what I have right now in school, grade and teacher wise. All of the teachers have been extremely helpful throughout the time … Read more
Research Question or Purpose Statement: The article showcases Jenkot’s study of different roles involved in creating methamphetamine and highlights the respect a meth-producing group has for its individuals taking on specific roles. Theory/Hypotheses: When it comes to producing methamphetamine, there is a nondiscriminatory chain of command that exists within all producing groups. Understanding this chain … Read more
Imagine a life where you are not safe living. You do not have the resources you need to survive or to take care of yourself. If you get sick and do not have the medication to treat it, the outcome could be deadly. Millions of children go through this every single day. Not knowing what … Read more
Robert Newton’s When We Were Two is a charming tale exploring the journey of two brothers in their endeavor to discover a life of more. Challenges and obstacles are woven throughout the boys’ adventure, for Dan, the protagonist of the story, the distressing event of the death of his younger brother Eddie. As a reader, … Read more
Generally speaking, the Anglo-Saxons enjoyed the company of their brethren. Masses slept and ate together in mead halls and clan members appreciated fellow aid in battle. Because of recurring interactions with one another, the Anglo-Saxons developed certain expectations of trust and partnership. In particular the Anglo-Saxons valued loyalty as one of most important qualities of … Read more
Images of Rulers expressed in different stylistic periods Creating art has been a practice exercised throughout centuries. The art that has been produced in the past gives historians insight into the philosophy and civilization of the time period. Ancient art is imperative because it allows historians to have a glimpse of a deceased culture. Images … Read more
The architecture of a civilization is a window into its values and intended legacy. Greek religious architectural feats are often tied to expressing strength and power, which honor the gods. The Parthenon, built by Iktinos and Kalikrates, honors the legacy of Athens through divine allegory. So too does the The Altar of Zeus, a hellenistic … Read more
The article Organizational Theory by Adrianna Kezar (2011) looks at one of the most important frameworks for student affairs professional’s organizational theory, which is essential in understanding their roles within the student affairs realm. One thing that stood out to me was how Kezar (2011) didn’t just simply outline four of the major organizational theories … Read more
The novel Animal Farm by George Orwell is a novel based on the lives of animals living on a farm in England. To me, I think Animal Farm mirrors life when Joseph Stalin was the leader of the Soviet Union because absolute power corrupted both societies. In Animal Farm, George Orwell uses irony to show … Read more
Imagine a world where we can have two of everything. Think about the possibilities. Imagine having two Ankits. Actually, I kinda want to take that back now. One Ankit is already too much. I might as well walk myself off the stage, but before that happens, I need to tell you a bit about genetic … Read more
Currently in society, many individuals consider blue-collar workers unintelligent and uneducated. Blue-collar workers are seen in this perspective because of their hands on jobs in which many individuals assume that intelligence is not required. “Our cultural iconography promotes the muscled arm, sleeve rolled right against biceps, but no brightness behind the eye, no image that … Read more
Your appearance is a part of who you are. It helps to make you unique from others. Changing your appearance can be a nervewrecking experienced. Like most people in the world, my appearance is important to me. I like to look my best, as much as possible. Most people have a favorite quality about their … Read more
“You’re a faggot. ” “Ew, that’s so gay. ” Take a minute and think about how many times you hear these phrases on a daily basis. Slanderous terms like these are some among many other homophobic sayings that are used daily by people all over the world. Why is this? How have the terms ‘faggot’ … Read more
My army career was right on track. I had been in the 3 years at this point, coming up on 4, and already had completed air assault school, been awarded my expert infantry badge, and had one 15 month deployment under my belt. I was assigned to the scout platoon sniper section and was waiting … Read more
Malala Yousafzai declared, “I don’t want to be thought of as the ‘girl who was shot by the Taliban’ but the ‘girl who fought for education’ (309). This statement proves the bravery and fearlessness that Malala has after facing a struggle that no teenager should have to face. In her memoir, I Am Malala, Malala … Read more
Fragments, a short Holocaust memoir, was published in Germany in 1995. Binjamin Wilkomirski, the author who is also a Swiss musician, claimed that he was a Holocaust survivor. He described the book as a memoir of his early childhood experience in concentration camps. The book became very popular and was soon translated into nine languages. … Read more
Conflicts are often started by the utilization of labels. By labeling a certain person or calling them a name it is essentially grouping them into a larger idea or force. In the film Empire of the Sun directed by Steven Spielberg and the novel When the Emperor Was Divine by Julie Otsuka the main characters … Read more
As a child, I remember laying on my twin-sized bed. On one side, all my stuffed animals lined up by size and importance, then me and my mother on the other. Each night, smelling like strawberry shampoo, I would line up my cotton menagerie, wiggle under the covers, and rest my head on my pillow, … Read more
Imagine your normal everyday life, then everything goes black and when you awake you’re unable to recall what happened during that time. This is what happens to Mrs. Eve White, a sweet and innocent house wife. The lapse in time, Eve White is unable to recall specific moments and it starts to cause an impact … Read more
In this episode of Milton Friedman’s T. V. series “Free to choose” Swedish author Johan Norberg travels in Friedman’s footsteps to revisit the idea of the struggle between freedom and equality. Norberg analyzes the present-day importance of Friedman’s ideas in the 2011 world of globalization and fiscal disaster. Norberg introduces Freidman as one of the … Read more
“What’s Eating Gilbert Grape” is a heartwarming film that uniquely explores the struggles of children in unfortunate circumstances, offering a deeper explanation as to why so many young adults struggle to achieve a higher education, or to even graduate from high school. After the death of his father seven years prior, Gilbert became the sole … Read more