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The quote that you are referencing is from Elie Wiesel's seminal work on the Holocaust titled Night. The passage is from page 10: The Germans were already in our town, the Fascist were already in power, the verdict was already out--and the Jews of Sighet were still smiling . Night , Page 10 Wiesel begins his study with the impact of the Germans marching into his hometown of Sighet. While the Jewish population was clearly... The quote that you are referencing is from Elie Wiesel's seminal work on the Holocaust titled Night. The passage is from page 10: The Germans were already in our town, the Fascist were already in power, the verdict was already out--and the Jews of Sighet were still smiling . Night , Page 10 Wiesel begins his study with the impact of the Germans marching into his hometown of Sighet. While the Jewish population was clearly concerned and in fear about the Nazi penetration of Hungary, something happened when the members of his hometown met the Germans. The Nazis...

A scalar quantity is one which can be described by its magnitude only and does not require a direction. Speed is a scalar quantity. A vector quantity, on the other hand, needs both magnitude and direction for its complete description. Velocity is a vector quantity. Displacement is the difference between the initial position and the final position of a body. Displacement is a vector quantity and not a scalar quantity because it can be only... A scalar quantity is one which can be described by its magnitude only and does not require a direction. Speed is a scalar quantity. A vector quantity, on the other hand, needs both magnitude and direction for its complete description. Velocity is a vector quantity. Displacement is the difference between the initial position and the final position of a body. Displacement is a vector quantity and not a scalar quantity because it can be only described by using both magnitude as well as direction. Distance, on the other hand, is a scalar quantity, sinc...

There are several scenes throughout the novel that depict Jem showing courage. In Chapter 6, Jem narrowly escapes the Radley yard, but is forced to leave his pants behind after they get caught in the Radley's fence. Later that evening, Jem gets out of bed and says, "I'm goin' after 'em" (Lee 74). Despite the danger of entering the Radley yard, knowing that Nathan is waiting with a shotgun, Jem bravely sneaks out of the... There are several scenes throughout the novel that depict Jem showing courage. In Chapter 6, Jem narrowly escapes the Radley yard, but is forced to leave his pants behind after they get caught in the Radley's fence. Later that evening, Jem gets out of bed and says, "I'm goin' after 'em" (Lee 74). Despite the danger of entering the Radley yard, knowing that Nathan is waiting with a shotgun, Jem bravely sneaks out of the house to retrieve his pants. Atticus displays courage in Chapter 15 when the Old Sarum bunch arrive...

Mr. Dolphus Raymond is an enigma to the people of Maycomb. He is a wealthy white man who loves and has a family with a black woman. The couple live in the black section of town and have mixed-race children. Raymond was once engaged to a white woman; however, she committed suicide the night before their wedding. Though the exact reason for her decision is not known, the text suggests it's possible she became aware... Mr. Dolphus Raymond is an enigma to the people of Maycomb. He is a wealthy white man who loves and has a family with a black woman. The couple live in the black section of town and have mixed-race children. Raymond was once engaged to a white woman; however, she committed suicide the night before their wedding. Though the exact reason for her decision is not known, the text suggests it's possible she became aware of his black mistress. Interracial marriages were outlawed at the time the story takes place. In fact, Mayella Ewell even goes so far as to accuse Tom Robi...

Based on the energy requirements or generation, reactions can be classified as either endothermic or exothermic. The reactions which need energy to proceed are known as endothermic reactions. The reactions in which energy is released are known as exothermic reactions. In other words, energy is supplied to endothermic reactions and is obtained from exothermic reactions.  The given reaction is:  `CH_4 (g) + 2O_2 (g) -> CO_2 (g) + 2H_2O (g)` Here, methane reacts with oxygen... Based on the energy requirements or generation, reactions can be classified as either endothermic or exothermic. The reactions which need energy to proceed are known as endothermic reactions. The reactions in which energy is released are known as exothermic reactions. In other words, energy is supplied to endothermic reactions and is obtained from exothermic reactions.  The given reaction is:  `CH_4 (g) + 2O_2 (g) -> CO_2 (g) + 2H_2O (g)` Here, methane reacts with oxygen to generate carbon dioxide and water.  ...

You may be referring to Krokodil, the flesh-eating drug which originated in Russia in 2002. In the United States, it was originally reported to have been found in Utah and Arizona in 2013. So, yes, it's a fairly new drug. Krokodil is the nickname for desomorphine. It can be made at home by cooking up codeine (an over-the-counter drug for headaches) with paint thinner, hydrochloric acid, gasoline, and other corrosive ingredients. Krokodil is more toxic... You may be referring to Krokodil, the flesh-eating drug which originated in Russia in 2002. In the United States, it was originally reported to have been found in Utah and Arizona in 2013. So, yes, it's a fairly new drug. Krokodil is the nickname for desomorphine. It can be made at home by cooking up codeine (an over-the-counter drug for headaches) with paint thinner, hydrochloric acid, gasoline, and other corrosive ingredients. Krokodil is more toxic than morphine and more addictive than heroin. For someone going through withd...

There are a couple of quotes that support the idea that racism was widespread in Maycomb.  During the 1930’s in the South, segregation was a way of life and no one questioned it.  I think perhaps the best example of this is Jem’s reflection on the four kinds of people in Maycomb. “…I’ve thought about it a lot lately and I’ve got it figured out. There’s four kinds of folks in the world. There’s the ordinary kind like us and the neighbors, there’s the kind like the Cunninghams out in the woods, the kind like the Ewells down at the dump, and the Negroes.” (Ch. 23)  Jem is young, and hopeful.  He is coming of age, and trying to understand the way the world works.  This is the realization that he has come to—the world is divided by class and race.  The “Negroes” are on the bottom of his list because they are on the bottom of Maycomb’s social hierarchy.  It is just the way it is.  While we see racism as wrong today, in Maycomb it is totally normal.  Another good example of the explanation of...

In his book,  Collapse,  Diamond makes the arguments that societies such as the Rapa Nui of Easter Island and the Mayans changed their environments and thereby destroyed their own civilizations.  To Diamond, these serve as cautionary tales for today's civilizations not to destroy their food sources, pollute their water, or to use up their resources too quickly.   According to Diamond, the Mayan collapse was caused by rapid population growth which caused deforestation in the... In his book,  Collapse,  Diamond makes the arguments that societies such as the Rapa Nui of Easter Island and the Mayans changed their environments and thereby destroyed their own civilizations.  To Diamond, these serve as cautionary tales for today's civilizations not to destroy their food sources, pollute their water, or to use up their resources too quickly.   According to Diamond, the Mayan collapse was caused by rapid population growth which caused deforestation in the Yucatan Peninsula.  The defores...

Tituba seems motivated by fear. Before Tituba's "confession" that she worked with the Devil, Putnam demands Tituba be hanged, and Parris threatens to "whip [her] to [her] death." Tituba tells Putnam and Parris what they want to hear to escape these fates.  Mrs. Putnam, on the other hand, seems motivated by pain.  Seven of her eight children have died while they were very young, and Mrs. Putnam is desperate to find a reason for why... Tituba seems motivated by fear. Before Tituba's "confession" that she worked with the Devil, Putnam demands Tituba be hanged, and Parris threatens to "whip [her] to [her] death." Tituba tells Putnam and Parris what they want to hear to escape these fates.  Mrs. Putnam, on the other hand, seems motivated by pain.  Seven of her eight children have died while they were very young, and Mrs. Putnam is desperate to find a reason for why this has happened. She sends her living daughter, Ruth, to conjure the spirits ...

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is found in the membrane-bound nucleus within a eukaryotic cell. It contains the genetic blueprint of the organism and contains the instructions to produce all the necessary proteins for life to continue. The central dogma is DNA-RNA-Protein. This describes the flow of information from the DNA in the nucleus, to RNA which copies the genetic code and can travel out to the cytoplasm, where the genetic code can be translated into proteins... Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is found in the membrane-bound nucleus within a eukaryotic cell. It contains the genetic blueprint of the organism and contains the instructions to produce all the necessary proteins for life to continue. The central dogma is DNA-RNA-Protein. This describes the flow of information from the DNA in the nucleus, to RNA which copies the genetic code and can travel out to the cytoplasm, where the genetic code can be translated into proteins at the ribosomes. DNA is a double-stranded molecule in the s...

This scene is for comic relief, but it also shows Juliet and the nurse have a close and loving relationship.   The reason the Nurse puts Juliet off is because she knows Juliet is waiting. She realizes how important marriage is to an impatient teenage girl, and she is teasing Juliet, milking the moment for all it is worth. The scene is very funny, so it creates comic relief for the audience between many dramatic... This scene is for comic relief, but it also shows Juliet and the nurse have a close and loving relationship.   The reason the Nurse puts Juliet off is because she knows Juliet is waiting. She realizes how important marriage is to an impatient teenage girl, and she is teasing Juliet, milking the moment for all it is worth. The scene is very funny, so it creates comic relief for the audience between many dramatic and important scenes. Additionally, it shows what a close relationship the two have.   Nurse I am a-weary, give me leave awhile: Fie, how my bones ache! what a jaunt ...

We are not told Jessica's age.  She is a young woman, old enough to marry and to be considered pretty by the young men in the play.  Considering the early age of marriage when the play was written, we may guess that she is about 18 years old. She could be even younger.  It was not unheard of for girls to marry in their early teens.  However, she seems to be about the same age... We are not told Jessica's age.  She is a young woman, old enough to marry and to be considered pretty by the young men in the play.  Considering the early age of marriage when the play was written, we may guess that she is about 18 years old. She could be even younger.  It was not unheard of for girls to marry in their early teens.  However, she seems to be about the same age as Portia and Nerissa.   Portia, though young, is clearly not a little girl.  She is old enough to pass for a young man when she dresses up as one.  In fact, she mentions to Nerissa that she will make her voice sound like a young m...

At the beginning of the play, Beatrice is strongly opposed to marrying. Her uncle Leonato laments that she will never marry because she is too picky and harsh, and she cheerfully agrees. First, she says that a perfect man would be a combination of the sour Don John and the talkative Benedick, but she raises the standard even further by adding a number of other qualities. Beatrice says the fact that she has no husband... At the beginning of the play, Beatrice is strongly opposed to marrying. Her uncle Leonato laments that she will never marry because she is too picky and harsh, and she cheerfully agrees. First, she says that a perfect man would be a combination of the sour Don John and the talkative Benedick, but she raises the standard even further by adding a number of other qualities. Beatrice says the fact that she has no husband is a blessing from God, “for the which blessing I am at him upon my knees every morning and evening.” She goes on to say that she wants neither a bearded m...

At first, Jonas accepts the rules and punishments as how things are.  After he begins training, he starts to have his doubts.   Jonas’s community has very strict rules and regulations regarding behavior.  In an attempt to make everyone completely comfortable all the time they institute Sameness, which means that there are proper behaviors and conventions people are supposed to follow for just about every aspect of daily life.   The punishments for breaking rules are strict.  For example, major infractions result in release. Breaking a rule three times results in release as well.  Release is a serious punishment.  It actually means death by lethal injection, but Jonas does not realize that until he starts his training.  Every community member knows that release is a harsh punishment, however, because the person is never seen again.  We are introduced to the concept of release early on, when a pilot accidentally flies a jet over the community.  This is an example of an egregious error.  ...

Vikas Swarup has an interesting place within the Western literary canon because he presents an authentically Indian voice and vividly portrays the conflict between Indians and Western culture. India was at one point under the colonial rule of England, and British imperialism and its tremendous effects are just beneath the surface of Swarup’s novels. Like many postcolonial novelists, Swarup examines how British imperialism affected his region, and he juxtaposes Indian cultural elements with Western-influenced culture;... Vikas Swarup has an interesting place within the Western literary canon because he presents an authentically Indian voice and vividly portrays the conflict between Indians and Western culture. India was at one point under the colonial rule of England, and British imperialism and its tremendous effects are just beneath the surface of Swarup’s novels. Like many postcolonial novelists, Swarup examines how British imperialism affected his region, and he juxtaposes Indian cu...

The entire poem is geared toward a “portrait” of the Duke’s inhumanity and greed.  The casual remark  “I gave commands and all smiles stopped together” is a sinister hint as to his power and malice, and his hypocritical remark about the new candidate’s dowry is a good indication of his greed.  The fact that he treats human beings as owned objects is hidden even in his first remark : “That’s my last duchess painted on... The entire poem is geared toward a “portrait” of the Duke’s inhumanity and greed.  The casual remark  “I gave commands and all smiles stopped together” is a sinister hint as to his power and malice, and his hypocritical remark about the new candidate’s dowry is a good indication of his greed.  The fact that he treats human beings as owned objects is hidden even in his first remark : “That’s my last duchess painted on the wall.”  This "ownership" attitude is reiterated in the last image in the poem “ Notice Neptune.. which Claus of Innsbruck cast in bronze for ...

Jimmy is the more admirable character of the two men in "After Twenty Years." Jimmy displays many admirable qualities, including intelligence, integrity, authority, and compassion. He makes Bob seem flashy and superficial. When Jimmy realizes that his old friend Bob is the man wanted by the Chicago police, he is faced with a dilemma. He doesn't want to arrest a friend who thinks so highly of him and has come so far to meet him... Jimmy is the more admirable character of the two men in "After Twenty Years." Jimmy displays many admirable qualities, including intelligence, integrity, authority, and compassion. He makes Bob seem flashy and superficial. When Jimmy realizes that his old friend Bob is the man wanted by the Chicago police, he is faced with a dilemma. He doesn't want to arrest a friend who thinks so highly of him and has come so far to meet him after twenty years. On the other hand, Jimmy has a sworn duty to uphold the law, and it is obviously his re...

Kira, knowing her mother's cott might be burned while she was at the Field of Leaving, had managed to stash away some personal possessions in the clearing so they wouldn't be destroyed. Matt, Kira finds out, had also rescued some things from the home before it burned. He brings them to her when he meets her at the Council Edifice. As such a young child, and without knowing what Kira might want, Matt had no... Kira, knowing her mother's cott might be burned while she was at the Field of Leaving, had managed to stash away some personal possessions in the clearing so they wouldn't be destroyed. Matt, Kira finds out, had also rescued some things from the home before it burned. He brings them to her when he meets her at the Council Edifice. As such a young child, and without knowing what Kira might want, Matt had no real basis on which to choose what to save. Yet he chose well. He saved her threading frame , understanding how important that would have been to Kira. He also s...

In the story, the slave community definitely regards Nightjohn's escape as a victory for themselves. Before Nightjohn leaves the plantation, he asks Delie to fetch him some rawhide. With the rawhide and some rags, he fashions a pair of shoes for himself. Then, he slathers pepper and lard under the bottom of each shoe; this allows him to throw the dogs off his scent, and it prevents Waller from apprehending him. Mammy and the rest... In the story, the slave community definitely regards Nightjohn's escape as a victory for themselves. Before Nightjohn leaves the plantation, he asks Delie to fetch him some rawhide. With the rawhide and some rags, he fashions a pair of shoes for himself. Then, he slathers pepper and lard under the bottom of each shoe; this allows him to throw the dogs off his scent, and it prevents Waller from apprehending him. Mammy and the rest of the slaves are ecstatic when they discover that Waller has returned to the plantation empty-handed. They rejoice in th...

The theme of justice recurs throughout The Merchant of Venice . Shylock declares, “I stand for judgment.” He argues that he does no wrong. Just as the Christians in Venice own slaves, Shylock claims to own Antonio through the bond that they signed. Antonio agreed to give up a pound of flesh if he could not repay his debt to Shylock on time, which he cannot. Shylock argues for precise justice, pointing out the bond does not allow any doctors or reprieve. Perhaps because Shylock is Jewish, Shakespeare writes Shylock as having an Old Testament eye-for-an-eye mentality. In Act III, Scene 1, Shylock points out the similarities between Christians and Jews in his argument as to why he should be able to exact vengeance on Antonio: “If a Christian wrong a Jew, what should his sufferance be by Christian example? Why, revenge.” Portia describes the superiority of mercy, but ultimately succeeds in simultaneously fulfilling the law and saving Antonio. She points out the bond allows for exactly a po...

In Greek, the word "pathos" means suffering or emotion. Usually when we use the term pathos to describe a technique used by writers of literary works, we mean that something in the work evokes the emotional response of the audience; typically, the audience feels sad, emotional, regretful, or sympathetic as a result of something depicted on stage. In  Oedipus Rex , even though the tragic hero Oedipus has committed some heinous crimes (killing his own... In Greek, the word "pathos" means suffering or emotion. Usually when we use the term pathos to describe a technique used by writers of literary works, we mean that something in the work evokes the emotional response of the audience; typically, the audience feels sad, emotional, regretful, or sympathetic as a result of something depicted on stage. In  Oedipus Rex , even though the tragic hero Oedipus has committed some heinous crimes (killing his own father, bearing children with his own mother) and is a flawed charact...

Writing a letter to Pharaoh Khufu would not be very difficult.  Since very little is known about his reign as pharaoh, your letter could ask him just about anything.  I would try to find out how he interacted with foreign countries sinc that is something that interests me. Since his father (Sneferu) was pharaoh before him you could ask him what he learned from his predecessor about being the pharaoh.  What qualities that his father... Writing a letter to Pharaoh Khufu would not be very difficult.  Since very little is known about his reign as pharaoh, your letter could ask him just about anything.  I would try to find out how he interacted with foreign countries sinc that is something that interests me. Since his father (Sneferu) was pharaoh before him you could ask him what he learned from his predecessor about being the pharaoh.  What qualities that his father had as ruler did Khufu respect?  You could ask him what ways he wanted to be different from his dad as the ruler of Egypt. On...

Humans affect the rate of physical weathering in several ways. The first way I am going to discuss is acid rain. Humans have increased the rate of acid rain through our use of pollutants. Cars do a lot of damage because of their exhaust fumes. The sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide released from the tailpipes of cars go into the atmosphere and return back to Earth in the form of acid rain, snow, fog, or... Humans affect the rate of physical weathering in several ways. The first way I am going to discuss is acid rain. Humans have increased the rate of acid rain through our use of pollutants. Cars do a lot of damage because of their exhaust fumes. The sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide released from the tailpipes of cars go into the atmosphere and return back to Earth in the form of acid rain, snow, fog, or dust. Factories throw away waste and release gases into the atmosphere. This affects the environment in a similar way cars do. Another way humans affect the rate of weathering is throug...

Humans are comprised of four main tissue types. These tissue types include nervous tissue, epithelial tissue, connective tissue, and muscular tissue. Epithelial tissue covers the surface of the body and forms the lining of most internal cavities. Functions of epithelial tissue include protection, secretions, absorption, and filtration. Our skin is the largest organ in our bodies and is made up of epithelial tissue. Skin protects our body from dirt, bacteria, and other microbes that may... Humans are comprised of four main tissue types. These tissue types include nervous tissue, epithelial tissue, connective tissue, and muscular tissue. Epithelial tissue covers the surface of the body and forms the lining of most internal cavities. Functions of epithelial tissue include protection, secretions, absorption, and filtration. Our skin is the largest organ in our bodies and is made up of epithelial tissue. Skin protects our body from dirt, bacteria, and other microbes that may be harmful to u...

Wise men regret that "their words had forked no lightning," perhaps that their words never achieved the power the men wished them to.  Since lightning is such a powerful force that creates a huge impact, it seems likely that these men regret the lack of impact they or their wisdom has had during their lifetimes. Good men, with "the last wave by, [cry] how bright / Their frail deeds might have danced in a green... Wise men regret that "their words had forked no lightning," perhaps that their words never achieved the power the men wished them to.  Since lightning is such a powerful force that creates a huge impact, it seems likely that these men regret the lack of impact they or their wisdom has had during their lifetimes. Good men, with "the last wave by, [cry] how bright / Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay."  It sounds as though the waves were their opportunities to do good in the world, and, with their last wave having gone by, these...

Writing a personal history about yourself requires you to implement autobiographical writing. To cover your personal history, consider starting off with the basics: When and where were you born? Who was present to raise and influence you in your early years? In many cultures, ancestry is an integral element for an individual's place in society, so you may want to consider your genealogical background.  You may also choose to include significant events that have shaped... Writing a personal history about yourself requires you to implement autobiographical writing. To cover your personal history, consider starting off with the basics: When and where were you born? Who was present to raise and influence you in your early years? In many cultures, ancestry is an integral element for an individual's place in society, so you may want to consider your genealogical background.  You may also choose to include significant events that have shaped the type of person you are. What is your ea...

Someone once said, “Democracy is the worst form of government there is, except for all the others.” (Winston Churchill once uttered the words, but it is believed that he was quoting someone else—we aren't sure who.) Democracy has been around for a long time, but it has not always been as common as it is now. Depending on the source you use, about one-half to two-thirds of the world's 192 countries are democracies. But... Someone once said, “Democracy is the worst form of government there is, except for all the others.” (Winston Churchill once uttered the words, but it is believed that he was quoting someone else—we aren't sure who.) Democracy has been around for a long time, but it has not always been as common as it is now. Depending on the source you use, about one-half to two-thirds of the world's 192 countries are democracies. But even once you have identified a country as democratic, there is still a wide variation in how those democracies function. Some are left-l...

One theme of this epic poem is that there is no place like home.  Odysseus spends almost twenty years trying to get back to Ithaca and to his family, not content to be anywhere else (even if he's basically been in paradise twice with Circe and Calypso).  He says, "Nothing more sweet than home [...] can there be, however rich one's dwelling far in a foreign land [...]."  Another theme addresses the value of life. ... One theme of this epic poem is that there is no place like home.  Odysseus spends almost twenty years trying to get back to Ithaca and to his family, not content to be anywhere else (even if he's basically been in paradise twice with Circe and Calypso).  He says, "Nothing more sweet than home [...] can there be, however rich one's dwelling far in a foreign land [...]."  Another theme addresses the value of life.  When Odysseus is in the Underworld, he speaks with Achilles, telling him not to be sad about being dead because he is so incred...

The United States and the Soviet Union were in a period of confrontation and competition after World War II ended. This was known as the Cold War. Both countries had a very different view of how an economy and a political system should operate. The Soviet Union believed in communism. In a communist economy, the government controls many things. The government makes most major economic decisions. For example, the government decides how resources are to... The United States and the Soviet Union were in a period of confrontation and competition after World War II ended. This was known as the Cold War. Both countries had a very different view of how an economy and a political system should operate. The Soviet Union believed in communism. In a communist economy, the government controls many things. The government makes most major economic decisions. For example, the government decides how resources are to be allocated and used. In a communist political system, there is little to no democracy...

When a eukaryotic cell needs to send genetic material out of its nucleus to create proteins, rather than send out its precious and sensitive DNA into the cytoplasm, it will copy its DNA and make a copy called messenger RNA, or mRNA for short. The copy will look much like the opposite side of a DNA strand with Adenine (a) nucleotides to match Thymines (t) on the DNA and Cytosines (c) matching Guanines (g). There... When a eukaryotic cell needs to send genetic material out of its nucleus to create proteins, rather than send out its precious and sensitive DNA into the cytoplasm, it will copy its DNA and make a copy called messenger RNA, or mRNA for short. The copy will look much like the opposite side of a DNA strand with Adenine (a) nucleotides to match Thymines (t) on the DNA and Cytosines (c) matching Guanines (g). There will be one small difference: instead of using Thymine on the mRNA, the cell uses Uracil (u) nucelotides to match Adenines.  We begin with our DNA code of: tac agg aga...

To solve, let's consider the period of the pendulum. The formula of period is: `T= 2pisqrt(L/g)` where T is the period, L is the length of pendulum and g is the acceleration due to gravity. Take note that the frequency is the reciprocal of period. `f=1/T` Plugging in the formula of T, it becomes: `f=1/(2pi) sqrt(g/L)` Based on this, the frequency is inversely proportional to the length. `f prop 1/L` This means that as... To solve, let's consider the period of the pendulum. The formula of period is: `T= 2pisqrt(L/g)` where T is the period, L is the length of pendulum and g is the acceleration due to gravity. Take note that the frequency is the reciprocal of period. `f=1/T` Plugging in the formula of T, it becomes: `f=1/(2pi) sqrt(g/L)` Based on this, the frequency is inversely proportional to the length. `f prop 1/L` This means that as the length increases, the frequency decreases. For the speed of the wave, let's consider the relationship between linear and angular velocity...

The hair ribbons girls wear are an indication and symbol of their youth.  They reinforce conformity.  Girls wear them until age Nine.  Girls must wear them at all times, and they are specifically mentioned in Chapters 2, 3, 6 and 13. Lily complains about the hair ribbons.  When her mother fixes them, she tells her she can tie them herself.  Lily’s ribbons are always untied. "I know that," Mother replied, straightening the hair ribbons on... The hair ribbons girls wear are an indication and symbol of their youth.  They reinforce conformity.  Girls wear them until age Nine.  Girls must wear them at all times, and they are specifically mentioned in Chapters 2, 3, 6 and 13. Lily complains about the hair ribbons.  When her mother fixes them, she tells her she can tie them herself.  Lily’s ribbons are always untied. "I know that," Mother replied, straightening the hair ribbons on the little girl's braids. "But I also know that they constantly come loose and more ...

In chapter 7 of Boyne's  The Boy in the Striped Pajamas , there is not much said explicitly about Bruno's father's job because this is the chapter where Bruno makes his tire swing. Some inference must be made as to his father's job by what Bruno witnesses in the chapter. For example, Lieutenant Kotler yells slurs at Pavel to get his attention and then demands that he help Bruno find a tire for a swing. Then, Kotler gives further instructions to Pavel as follows: "And afterwards, when you return to the kitchen, make sure you wash your hands before touching any of the food, you filthy--" (76). If Lieutenant Kotler treats Pavel in such a harsh manner, it would then be logical to think that such behavior is allowed by his boss, Bruno's father. Bruno doesn't know that Pavel is a Jew, though. Nor does he make the connection that Jews are the ones held in prison behind his house in the large encampment.  After Bruno finishes making his tire swing, he swings t...

I'd say it's quite valid, and applies generally to all social sciences.While it is important to make careful, accurate observations and avoid bias as much as possible, the idea that we could ever eliminate all value judgments or even all biases is unrealistic. We do the best we can. Simply by deciding to do research in the first place, we are effectively acting on the assumption that the knowledge we will acquire is valuable. ... I'd say it's quite valid, and applies generally to all social sciences. While it is important to make careful, accurate observations and avoid bias as much as possible, the idea that we could ever eliminate all value judgments or even all biases is unrealistic. We do the best we can. Simply by deciding to do research in the first place, we are effectively acting on the assumption that the knowledge we will acquire is valuable. Moreover, it can be dangerous to think that we are eliminating all biases and doing "value-free" research; ge...

The branches of government play a role in how a bill becomes a law. While the main part of the process belongs to the legislative branch, the executive branch and the judicial branch may play a role. It is possible for the President to suggest to Congress an idea for a bill. The Supreme Court, through previous rulings, may shed some light on what may or may not be acceptable in a possible bill. The... The branches of government play a role in how a bill becomes a law. While the main part of the process belongs to the legislative branch, the executive branch and the judicial branch may play a role. It is possible for the President to suggest to Congress an idea for a bill. The Supreme Court, through previous rulings, may shed some light on what may or may not be acceptable in a possible bill. The main part of the process belongs to Congress. A bill gets introduced into one of the houses of Congress. It will go to a committee, and if the committee recommends that the full house act on it...

In brief, a Carnot heat engine is a type of engine that follows the reversible Carnot cycle . A heat engine is a machine that converts heat or thermal energy, and chemical energy, into mechanical energy. Work is done by moving from a state of higher temperature into a lower temperature (heat is transferred into a heat sink) and work is generated (attached is a generic diagram for this). There is also a heat source... In brief, a Carnot heat engine is a type of engine that follows the reversible Carnot cycle . A heat engine is a machine that converts heat or thermal energy, and chemical energy, into mechanical energy. Work is done by moving from a state of higher temperature into a lower temperature (heat is transferred into a heat sink) and work is generated (attached is a generic diagram for this). There is also a heat source (can be an exothermic chemical reaction) that brings up the temperature to start the process. A typical example of this type of engine is the steam engine. A Car...

The poem "The White Man's Burden" was written to encourage the United States to take up the task of annexation and "civilization" of the Philippines, newly won in the Spanish-American War. In the poem, Kipling's view of imperialized people is condescending and contemptuous. He describes them as "half-devil and half-child," and claims that their "sloth and heathen folly" will bring all efforts to "civilize" them to "nought." Indeed, Kipling suggests that the people of the... The poem "The White Man's Burden" was written to encourage the United States to take up the task of annexation and "civilization" of the Philippines, newly won in the Spanish-American War. In the poem, Kipling's view of imperialized people is condescending and contemptuous. He describes them as "half-devil and half-child," and claims that their "sloth and heathen folly" will bring all efforts to "...

Romeo won't fight Tybalt, at first, because he secretly married Juliet, Tybalt's cousin, that morning.  Romeo now considers Tybalt to be a relation of his own, and he doesn't want to hurt anyone of Juliet's family now, despite the feud between his own parents and hers.  When Tybalt approaches Romeo and calls him a "villain," claiming that Romeo has injured his family's honor (for crashing their party the night before), Romeo says, "Tybalt, the reason... Romeo won't fight Tybalt, at first, because he secretly married Juliet, Tybalt's cousin, that morning.  Romeo now considers Tybalt to be a relation of his own, and he doesn't want to hurt anyone of Juliet's family now, despite the feud between his own parents and hers.  When Tybalt approaches Romeo and calls him a "villain," claiming that Romeo has injured his family's honor (for crashing their party the night before), Romeo says, "Tybalt, the reason that I have to lo...

Caesar Augustus was the first emperor of Rome; he ruled from 31 BC-14 AD. When Augustus gained power following Julius Caesar's death, Rome was in dire straits. His first major action was to consolidate power. He defeated Marc Antony and Cleopatra at the Battle of Actium, protecting his rule from external threats. However, Augustus still had to prove to the Romans that he was a rule they could trust. He engaged in a "charm offensive,"... Caesar Augustus was the first emperor of Rome; he ruled from 31 BC-14 AD. When Augustus gained power following Julius Caesar's death, Rome was in dire straits. His first major action was to consolidate power. He defeated Marc Antony and Cleopatra at the Battle of Actium, protecting his rule from external threats. However, Augustus still had to prove to the Romans that he was a rule they could trust. He engaged in a "charm offensive," flattering the people to gain their support. One strategy he used was to pretend to give up p...

Shelley uses the device of enjambment , the continuation of a sentence beyond a line break. Strictly speaking, enjambed lines do not contain even a pause, including a comma. So in "Ozymandias," lines six into seven are enjambed, as are lines twelve and thirteen before the terminal punctuation in the final, fourteenth line. Shelley also makes use of imagery , describing the visage of the degraded sculpture of Ozymandias with its "frown," "wrinkled lip, and sneer," and the giant legs that lack a torso. Symbolism is evident in the vast wasteland that surrounds the abandoned sculpture. Despite Ozymandias's boast "Look on my Works, ye Mighty, and despair!"—he, too, like all mortals, has passed on, and his "kingdom" is an empty landscape. And lastly, Shelley employs caesura in line twelve. This break is especially resonant because it follows "Nothing beside remains." This full stop, mid-line, underscores Ozymandias's morta...

The British were forced to grant India independence in part because of the Quit India movement launched by Gandhi in 1942 and supported by the All-India Congress Committee. Gandhi gave a speech in which he advocated the British withdrawal from India and the use of civil disobedience to achieve Indian independence. The British were alarmed by the advance of Japanese troops to the border of India and Burma, and they jailed Gandhi and other leaders of his party shortly after the speech. However, after World War II ended, the British government was forced to grant Indian independence because of their great debts from the war, and India became independent in 1947. Algerian independence, on the other hand, involved a great deal more overt violence and long-term bloodshed on both sides. The independence movement was launched in 1954 by the Algerian National Liberation Front (FLN), and it led to the end of the unstable Fourth French Republic and the start of the Fifth Republic under Charles de...

The scarlet ibis is symbolic of Doodle himself.  First, the scarlet ibis is not native to the area.  It is native to the tropics.   "It lives in the tropics-South America to Florida. A storm must have brought it here." So what you have is a bird that is completely out of place in its current surroundings.  That is a lot like Doodle.  He is small, fragile, and handicapped.  Brother tries to incorporate Doodle in... The scarlet ibis is symbolic of Doodle himself.  First, the scarlet ibis is not native to the area.  It is native to the tropics.   "It lives in the tropics-South America to Florida. A storm must have brought it here." So what you have is a bird that is completely out of place in its current surroundings.  That is a lot like Doodle.  He is small, fragile, and handicapped.  Brother tries to incorporate Doodle in all kinds of things, but Doodle just can't quite keep up in the world that Brother demands.  The bird too is small and fragile.  It too is inju...

World War II impacted the United States in several ways. Once the Japanese attacked us at Pearl Harbor, the United States joined the war. This required a full commitment on the part of the American people. The attack on Pearl Harbor woke up many Americans who were skeptical about the United States being actively involved in world affairs. After we were attacked, we needed to convert our industries to wartime production. The Reconstruction Finance Corporation... World War II impacted the United States in several ways. Once the Japanese attacked us at Pearl Harbor, the United States joined the war. This required a full commitment on the part of the American people. The attack on Pearl Harbor woke up many Americans who were skeptical about the United States being actively involved in world affairs. After we were attacked, we needed to convert our industries to wartime production. The Reconstruction Finance Corporation gave loans to businesses and helped to cover the costs of switching fro...

Scout is a little rough around the edges at the beginning of To Kill a Mockingbird. She feels as though the best way to handle a conflict is to beat the person up or and call out a guest's idiosyncrasies. Calpurnia is the first motherly influence in Scout's life and she does not put up with any of the above-mentioned behaviors. For example, when Scout abruptly and loudly asks Walter Cunningham why he has drowned his vegetables in syrup the day he comes for lunch, Calpurnia pulls her into the kitchen right away and says the following: "Hush your mouth! Don't matter who they are, anybody sets foot in this house's yo' comp'ny, and don't you let me catch you remarkin' on their ways like you was so high and mighty! Yo' folks might be better'n the Cunninghams but it don't count for nothin' the way you're disgracin' 'em--if you can't act fit to eat at the table you can just set here and eat in the kitchen!" (24-25). Ca...

Rather than the structure of our eyes influencing the way we and animals live, it would be more accurate to say the way we live/the way we engage with our surroundings has influenced the way our eyes are structured.  Human eyes are adapted for creatures living in tall grass-lands and forests where differentiation between distance, color, and movement were crucial to our survival as a species. Unlike many animals that lived in a similar environment,... Rather than the structure of our eyes influencing the way we and animals live, it would be more accurate to say the way we live/the way we engage with our surroundings has influenced the way our eyes are structured.  Human eyes are adapted for creatures living in tall grass-lands and forests where differentiation between distance, color, and movement were crucial to our survival as a species. Unlike many animals that lived in a similar environment, our eyes and brains became adapted to finding movement and differences in color which allow...

Guy de Maupassant creates the atmosphere or tone of ironic pessimism in his short story “The Necklace.” Through the third person omniscient narrator, the reader is introduced to the proud, young woman, Mathilde, who feels she deserves better than her past circumstances. She was one of those pretty and charming girls born, as though fate had blundered over her, into a family of artisans. Although she came from humble beginnings, she longs for the finer... Guy de Maupassant creates the atmosphere or tone of ironic pessimism in his short story “The Necklace.” Through the third person omniscient narrator, the reader is introduced to the proud, young woman, Mathilde, who feels she deserves better than her past circumstances. She was one of those pretty and charming girls born, as though fate had blundered over her, into a family of artisans. Although she came from humble beginnings, she longs for the finer things in life so much so that she allows her inability to tell the truth to destroy ...