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An ethnic enclave is a geographic location within an urban setting that is predominantly occupied by a population of individuals of a specific culture, nationality, or ethnicity. The enclave consists of a variety of local businesses that meet the general and specific commercial needs of the community. According to Alejandro Portes, ethnic enclaves are a … Read more
Although often neglected by both scholars and Christians alike, James’ letter has much to offer as practical lessons about the grace of God and our faithful correspondence as the body of Christ. However, to listen to its message and live its wisdom, the epistle must be accorded the audience to voice out its message than … Read more
Going into the weekend, I had no idea what to expect from the musical Chicago. I had never seen the movie, or anything related to the musical. I had however been to the city of Chicago, although it turns out, that wasn’t very useful information preluding the musical. I went into the theatre not having … Read more
So let’s say that you were an orca or a dolphin and you were held in captivity against your will by another human being, How would you feel about this situation? Well, in the case of many unfortunate aquatic mammals in marine parks and zoos around the world, most of these magnificent animals are held … Read more
The author of A Thousand Sisters, Lisa Shannon, is such an inspiring writer. She had a normal, perfect life until she watched an episode on Oprah Winfrey’s show about the women of Congo. Congo women often get raped and their husbands and children killed. I find it very difficult to compare the Congolese women to … Read more
In the short story, “Teenage Wasteland” by Anne Tyler, the son of Daisy, Donny, is experiencing many troubles in school with his grades and his behavior. The school has called in Donny’s mother several times to meet about these issues. The school suggested Donny see a psychologist and that Daisy be more involved with Donny’s … Read more
By the 1940s the modern architectural movement had shed all traditional reminiscences of the Mud? jar, Romanesque, gothic, and baroque influences Cuba had experienced, and another housing boom resulted from capital investment accumulated after World War II. Because of the technological advancement of reinforced concrete, apartment buildings started springing up in the late 1940s and … Read more
Has there ever been that one thing that drives someone insane and has no power over something to change it? Or have that annoying noise that constantly pops up and never goes away? Like an itch that can never be found, or being stuck behind someone going slow in the fast lane and they will … Read more
In a cave full of many riches there is something special. It is something that every human wishes they can have for themselves. It is known as the Amethysts Key, it is called this because it is a key that has a hint of purple on the bottom of it. When someone comes into possession … Read more
In a recent discussion paper submission, the Pharmacy Guild of Australia Primary Healthcare Advisory Group stated that keeping elderly people in their own homes as long as possible is a goal key to better health outcomes. It is generally accepted that as a person ages, the number of medicines they take, the number of chronic … Read more
All across the world, all throughout time, and expressed in many different forms of writing, is the theme of knowledge. Throughout the semester, this recurring theme has appeared in a variety of texts from The Heart Sutra, written by an unknown author, to Plato’s Republic, two texts from entirely different traditions. The former, perhaps one … Read more
A profuse amount of relationships have problems regarding having a flow of trust and honesty between one another, and this is why one in three marriages end up with divorce. An example of this can be seen in William Shakespeare’s play Macbeth, where there’s a complete and utter deterioration of Macbeth’s relationship with his wife. … Read more
I declare that this assignment is my own work and has not been submitted in any form for another unit, degree or diploma at any university or other institutes of tertiary education. Information derived from the published or unpublished work of others has been acknowledged in the text and list of references is given. I … Read more
Do you remember sitting at your computer screen, taking your fifty to fifty-two question NWEA? Standardized testing is any form of test that requires all test takers to answer the same questions. Some of the common standardized tests are the SAT’s and the SBAC tests. You take the SAT’s in high school and the Smarter … Read more
“1 minute remaining! Make sure your dishes are ready! ” The children quickly prepare their dish to serve judges Gordon Ramsay, Christina Tosi, and Graham Elliot. I’ve always enjoyed watching the TV show Masterchef Junior, where bright, little kids gather from all over United States to cook and win the title of “Masterchef Junior”. I … Read more
Do you have anyone who you share common ground with? Although it might not be the feeling of hatred, but in this case it is. The two texts “Once Upon A Time”, by Nadine Gordimer, and “Oklahoma Bombing Memorial Address”, speech by Bill Clinton both share a common ground of hatred, but each text illustrates … Read more
Young teens are gambling their life away due to their weekend binge drinking habits. You have made some great statements throughout your article, however, without any in-text referencing you are limiting the quality of your article. Drinking alcohol is an inherent part of the Australian cultural, passed down from generation to generation. Australians are at … Read more
I remember watching the G4 television network quite often in my youth. As a young gamer, I was exposed to countless commercials and advertisements present in a variety of gaming media, all of which were promoting online programs and colleges where you could basically become a professional gamer in a few short years—something that at … Read more
It is 5:30am on a rainy day on a reserve high up in the mountains of Costa Rica. I’m lying on the twin mattress of the top bunk that I’m sharing with another girl. We had gotten to the reserve two days ago and spent the day before digging a 2 metre deep septic tank … Read more
In “An Elephant Crackup? ”, Charles Siebert partly attributes the belligerence of the recent generations of elephants, the animals considered to be among the most intelligently advanced, to the lack of a matriarch, a powerful female figure. He takes an example of the case of the last elephant survivors at Queen Elizabeth National Park, where … Read more
Justice is defined as the quality of being just; righteousness, equitableness, or moral rightness by dictionary. com. Justice in terms can be perceived differently in by society. Being just or having justice can be seen as following the law, being honest, and behaving in a good manner; although some may see it as the punishment … Read more
Success through struggle is a story of one young soldiers attempt at something great. Through the struggles that I endure in this story of my attempts of joining an elite military organization are a testament to Army Values and the warrior ethos. You will learn that even if you do not succeed at first you … Read more
Peter Paul Rubens was born in 1577 within a quaint German town called Siegen. Peter Paul Rubens was known as a Flemish artist and lived a very successful life in doing so. Peter led a wealthy life, having been raised by a family of spice merchants. His father, Jan Rubens was responsible for much of … Read more
The song night and day is a beautiful poetry which was written by Cole porter for the 1932 musical play Gay Divorcee. This song is regarded as one of the Porter’s most popular contribution to the Great American Songbook. This song holds a noticeable distinction that it has been recorded by dozens of artists. The … Read more
Cecelia Everhart was a raven haired beauty who was quite dull and vain. Seated next to her was her husband, Charles, a rather tiny fellow. Weak and unintimidating, he gave off the feeling of a rather poor man; however he was rather malapert and therefore quite rude. Their daughter was an exact replica of her … Read more
The movie was about a group of P.O.W.s and their attempt to escape a German prison camp, or Stalag that was created to hold the most troublesome inmates. On the first day, within the first twenty minutes, two men tried to pass off as Russians who were allowed out of the camp to cut down … Read more
“How did you and the baby sleep? ” “Very well. ” “Are you comfortable with the babysitter? ” “Yeah. Edward’s an easy baby; he won’t give her any problems. ” “Good. Did Crocco tell you about our plans to move you off the estate tonight? ” “No. ” “We have men searching the suburbs for … Read more
In this essay I will discuss the adaptations on human evolution, this includes skin color, disease, Lactase Persistence, and the negative effects of the Neolithic Revolution. I will focus mostly on the diseased portion the most because this plays a vital role in natural selection. Natural selection is the process whereby organisms better adapted to … Read more
YOUR HUMAN CHILD & YOU Translated from the original binary BEGIN TRANSMISSION Modern science is breaking new ground in the study of human children. Human Observation and Analysis Programs have processed alternative methods for growing human children, methods that statistically increase the likelihood the human child will become a human adult healthy enough for the … Read more
Both Mia, the protagonist in “If I Stay”, by Gayle Forman, and myself are similar in many ways. I think if we had the chance we’d both end up being very great friends and we’d get along perfectly. The one thing that stands out the most for both of us is our amazing, quiet, shy … Read more
A Video Analysis Report on Boys Don’t Cry There are a several themes and sexuality issues that are addressed throughout the movie Boys Don’t Cry. Brandon Teena is dealing with gender identity, searching for acceptance, and wanting someone to love. Brandon Teena is portrayed as a charming, sweet, and fearless young man. Brandon’s behaviors and … Read more
The Breakfast Club is a gathering of high school students who go to a saturday detention each with a different reason to why they are there. Mr. Vernon gives them a basic task to do while they are in there. They must write an essay about themselves. Every individual has a smart thought of what … Read more
In military history, any conflict can stand out as a perfect example of mission success or a heartfelt reminder of how dangerous and complex the operational environment can be. In March of 2002, there was one of the finest displays of Bravery, Gallantry, Cunning, and sheer will to survive by any human being, a remarkable … Read more
Human beings exhibit little reverence for the sanctity of their flesh. In our eternal quest for aesthetic perfection, bodies are twisted, molded, plucked and burned in order to live up to unobtainable ideals. Unfortunately, though human desires can be appeased, they are never satisfied, and beauty is no exception. To quote Legal Professor Deborah L. … Read more
Is it OK for athletes to use performance-enhancing drugs? There are many factors associated with why performanceenhancing drugs shouldn’t be used in sports one of the main association is health risks. Performance-enhancing drugs should not be used in the sport because as they use the enhancing drug they are destroying the sport fair play and … Read more
Wife of Bath’s Tale and Wife of Bath’s Prologue When studying the Wife of Bath’s Prologue and Wife of Bath’s Tale, both coming from the Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer, you see a common theme of feminism. Also, you get a good sense of the of the anti feminist cultural norms and ideas regarding women … Read more
Domestic violence in Australia is in a critical situation negatively impacting on the lives of many victims. The Australian Bureau of Statistics indicated that more than 100,000 Australians have experienced domestic violence in their lives (ABS, 2006). In Australia one in three women has experienced physical violence since the age of 15. Statistics revealed in … Read more
In one of the rare instances that Sean Penn directs a film, he sets out to deliver a view-changing experience and does just that. The philosophical views and the conflict of moral fibres between the protagonist and his family and friends, are the basis of Into the Wild – a recount of the true story … Read more
Satan, demonic forces, and fire flames come to mind when you think of evil. God, Angels, and heaven above the clouds come to mind when you think of good. An old epic poem kept alive by the Anglo Saxons represents all of these thoughts. An epic poem that consisted of many conflicts both good and … Read more
The Ancient Traveler Look at those bones embedded in the tightly packed sediment. They may be human said Mark Wells. Dr. Samantha Clark took a close look, shaking her head, not believing a human had lived 100,000 years ago. The dig had been full of surprises, trying to move the tools and volunteers safely down … Read more
Homeostasis is the process by which a constant internal environment is maintained by our body. For instance, this means that in our body, temperature, blood sugar levels, etc must be kept within a narrow range even when we are in a freezing climate, or while doing vigorous exercise etc. All homeostatic control mechanisms have at … Read more
Most people dream about what kind of car they want to get when they start driving. First cars are really special. Like most teenagers, I had to settle for a used car even if it was not my dream car. My first car was my most memorable car because I got my license in it, … Read more
How can someone else’s choices affect your life and the way you might live? It would be nice if we did not have to worry about anything where there was nothing wrong and everything went your way. Although we live in a world that we do not always get what we want. These struggles are … Read more
Within business, performing environmental scans involving the comparison and measurement of external and internal business is extremely important as it helps in the strategy development process which has a direct influence on business success. Environmental Scan Value creation and building is an essential part of any strategy directed at obtaining and sustaining competitive advantages against … Read more
Energy drinks are beverages containing stimulant drugs marketed as providing mental and physical stimulation through high amounts of sugar and caffeine. Other common chemicals are taurine, inositol, Vitamins B3, B5, B6 and B12, supposed to provide extra energy. This paper will identify structures, why these compounds give energy, health implications and propose an energy drink … Read more
INST 5330, by far the most challenging class that I have encountered while obtaining my Master’s Degree in Educational Technology from UCMO, actually impacted me professionally more than all other courses I’ve taken to date. INST 5330 course has required extra time to complete the assignments, more of my attention to detail, and used my … Read more
The Shadow Throne, by Jennifer A. Nielsen, is the third and final book in the Ascendance trilogy. It is an action and adventure fantasy story about a young King. The story mainly takes place in a country called Carthya, in the middle ages when Kings and Queens ruled the land. King Jargon has many adventures … Read more
Courage is powered by fear Aristotle believed courage to be the most important quality in a man. “Courage is a mean with regard to fear” (Aristotle). Courage is the willingness to act in spite of fear. Courage is not the absence of fear; it requires fear. As a human being, fear is part of everyday … Read more
National Memory is a broad term that has previously been discussed by multiple scholars (Andrews, Park, Sturken). There has not yet been a consensus on the definition of national memory by scholars, however I define national memory as a dynamic form of collective remembering defined by shared historical experiences and cultural artefacts. National memory, to … Read more
To start this all off, I was informed by my father that his side of the family was pure Vietnamese. On my mother’s side, if I recall correctly or at least what my mother tells me is that my great grandfather was Chinese which means that I am technically part Chinese. However, my parents really … Read more