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The New Deal changed many things in our country. One of them was what people believed the role of our government should be during different periods of time. Prior to the Great Depression, many people believed the government should follow a laissez-faire philosophy. This meant the government should stay out of the economy and out of our lives as much as possible. The Great Depression changed this way of thinking. As a result of the... The New Deal changed many things in our country. One of them was what people believed the role of our government should be during different periods of time. Prior to the Great Depression, many people believed the government should follow a laissez-faire philosophy. This meant the government should stay out of the economy and out of our lives as much as possible. The Great Depression changed this way of thinking. As a result of the Great Depression, people began to expect the government to get involved when difficult times occurred. During the Great Depress...

The Tivoli Gardens were a place of enjoyment for the citizens of Copenhagen before the Nazi occupation. The Danes enjoyed the fun they had there. In Number the Stars , Annemarie recalls her happy memories of the Tivoli Gardens. One day, Ellen and Annemarie play  Gone With the Wind with their paper dolls, and they decide the setting should be the Tivoli Gardens. During this playtime, Annemarie remembers what the gardens had been like. Annemarie... The Tivoli Gardens were a place of enjoyment for the citizens of Copenhagen before the Nazi occupation. The Danes enjoyed the fun they had there. In Number the Stars , Annemarie recalls her happy memories of the Tivoli Gardens. One day, Ellen and Annemarie play  Gone With the Wind with their paper dolls, and they decide the setting should be the Tivoli Gardens. During this playtime, Annemarie remembers what the gardens had been like. Annemarie recalls "music and the brightly colored lights, the carousel and ice cream and especially the ...

When Mildred wakes up from taking too many sleeping pills, she appears to have no recollection of what has happened. Montag finds her in the kitchen, making toast and listening to her Seashell radio. Her only interest is in her hunger which seems claims is unexplainable: I don't know why I should be so hungry. When Montag tells Mildred that she took an overdose, she is surprised and says that she would never do such a... When Mildred wakes up from taking too many sleeping pills, she appears to have no recollection of what has happened. Montag finds her in the kitchen, making toast and listening to her Seashell radio. Her only interest is in her hunger which seems claims is unexplainable: I don't know why I should be so hungry. When Montag tells Mildred that she took an overdose, she is surprised and says that she would never do such a thing: "Heck," she said, "what would I want to go and do a silly thing like that for?" In a state of complete denial, Mildred...

Most versions of the periodic table share the same basic information; Each square represents an element, with that element's symbol printed in a font size larger than any other information. The full name of the element is often written above or below it.  The molar mass of the element is usually printed below the name, to varying degrees of specificity.  The number of protons in the element is printed somewhere at the top of the square. Some tables also print the abbreviated electron configuration, color-code the metallic classifications, and/or print the numbers of the periods and groups. However, the format of the periodic table is what really distinguishes this information, with the exception of the lanthanide and actinide series, which are typically printed below the main body of the table for no other reason than that their inclusion in their proper place would make the table unreasonably wide and difficult to scale legibly. Other than this concession, the table is arranged ro...

Diction means choice of words.  The diction in Ozymandias is lofty, slightly unusual, and it paints vivid pictures. By "lofty," I mean the author often chooses longer words that would be familiar to an educated person.  For example, the author uses "antique" instead of "ancient," "visage" instead of "face," and "colossal" instead of "huge."  This is formal, classroom diction, not the diction of the home or street. Sometimes the poem uses a word that is... Diction means choice of words.  The diction in Ozymandias is lofty, slightly unusual, and it paints vivid pictures. By "lofty," I mean the author often chooses longer words that would be familiar to an educated person.  For example, the author uses "antique" instead of "ancient," "visage" instead of "face," and "colossal" instead of "huge."  This is formal, classroom diction, not the diction of th...

One of the best quotes about gender in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby comes early on in the first chapter, at which point Daisy discusses her reaction to the birth of her daughter: "'I'm glad it's a girl. And I hope she'll be a fool—that's the best thing a girl can be in this world, a beautiful little fool.'" This quote says a lot about gender relations in  The Great Gatsby . First of all,... One of the best quotes about gender in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby comes early on in the first chapter, at which point Daisy discusses her reaction to the birth of her daughter: "'I'm glad it's a girl. And I hope she'll be a fool—that's the best thing a girl can be in this world, a beautiful little fool.'" This quote says a lot about gender relations in  The Great Gatsby . First of all, it acknowledges the subordinate social status of women. In Fitzgerald's world of elite wealth, men see women as pos...

Monarchy is possible in a democratic state, but of course this depends on the monarch and the democratic body.  The best example of a monarchy-democracy blend would be Great Britain.  Elizabeth II reigns as a figurehead.  She has little actual political power.  The real power of state resides with the Prime Minister and the Houses of Parliament, of which the Lower House is elected by the people.   Monarchy and democracy used to be on... Monarchy is possible in a democratic state, but of course this depends on the monarch and the democratic body.  The best example of a monarchy-democracy blend would be Great Britain.  Elizabeth II reigns as a figurehead.  She has little actual political power.  The real power of state resides with the Prime Minister and the Houses of Parliament, of which the Lower House is elected by the people.   Monarchy and democracy used to be on opposite ends of the spectrum, however--there was an idea called "divine right" where the king/queen ruled beca...

While Abraham Lincoln was President, he faced many issues. One issue dealt with the secession of some of the southern states. Since the United States had forts in the South, President Lincoln was going to need to send supplies to these forts. He knew this could start the Civil War. President Lincoln decided to announce he was sending unarmed ships with supplies to Fort Sumter. This would force the South to decide if they would attack our ships and start the Civil War. When the Civil War began, President Lincoln had to ensure that certain states remained in the Union. For example, if Maryland seceded, Washington, D.C. would have been in Confederate territory. President Lincoln arrested those members of the Maryland legislature that supported secession. As a result, Maryland remained in the Union. President Lincoln had to deal with a lack of success in the Eastern Front of the Civil War. General McClellan hesitated at times to move his army. Opportunities were lost to attack the South as...

Some of the devices Ray Bradbury uses repeatedly in his short story are similes, metaphors, hyperbole, and asyndeton. Bradbury uses numerous similes when describing the children and the sun. Describing how the children press together to look out the window, he says they are "like so many roses, so many weeds." Later the children are "like a feverish wheel," "like animals escaped from their caves," "like so many stakes," and "like leaves before a new... Some of the devices Ray Bradbury uses repeatedly in his short story are similes, metaphors, hyperbole, and asyndeton. Bradbury uses numerous similes when describing the children and the sun. Describing how the children press together to look out the window, he says they are "like so many roses, so many weeds." Later the children are "like a feverish wheel," "like animals escaped from their caves," "like so many stakes," and "like leaves before a ne...

Rosemary is the name of the previous Receiver-in-training. Jonas has heard bits and pieces about her assignment and the failure it was, but by chapter 18, he wants to know more. The Giver explains that Rosemary was very enthusiastic to know everything at once. Therefore, the Giver gave her feelings of loss, loneliness, poverty, hunger, and terror. He mixed in good memories as well to ease the tension. One day she must have had enough because... Rosemary is the name of the previous Receiver-in-training. Jonas has heard bits and pieces about her assignment and the failure it was, but by chapter 18, he wants to know more. The Giver explains that Rosemary was very enthusiastic to know everything at once. Therefore, the Giver gave her feelings of loss, loneliness, poverty, hunger, and terror. He mixed in good memories as well to ease the tension. One day she must have had enough because she kissed him on the cheek, headed straight for the elders, and asked for release. Once Rosemary was rel...

The age a noble became a knight was typically about 21 years old, but there were several things that needed to happen in a young man's life before he could become a knight.  The first step toward knighthood occurred when a boy from a noble class turned seven. At this age, he was made a page. A page's responsibilities were to clean clothes, deliver messages, and perform other duties for a knight. He did this... The age a noble became a knight was typically about 21 years old, but there were several things that needed to happen in a young man's life before he could become a knight.  The first step toward knighthood occurred when a boy from a noble class turned seven. At this age, he was made a page. A page's responsibilities were to clean clothes, deliver messages, and perform other duties for a knight. He did this while living with the knight. The knight would teach the page how to behave, fight, and ride a horse. Upon completing his time as a page at the age of 15, a yo...

F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic of American literature, The Great Gatsby , takes place in a pretentious world of upper-class snobbery that pits the "old money" of East Egg against the nouveau riche of West Egg, the community in which Fitzgerald's young, ambitious protagonist, Nick, meets the novel's titular character, Jay Gatsby (James Gatz). "Old money" types tended to look down their noses at the newly-wealthy as well as at the lower levels of the socioeconomic... F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic of American literature, The Great Gatsby , takes place in a pretentious world of upper-class snobbery that pits the "old money" of East Egg against the nouveau riche of West Egg, the community in which Fitzgerald's young, ambitious protagonist, Nick, meets the novel's titular character, Jay Gatsby (James Gatz). "Old money" types tended to look down their noses at the newly-wealthy as well as at the lower levels of the socioeconomic ...

The Duchess of Lambourne needs Oliver to provide her with the money to pay her gambling debt, and Oliver needs her to provide him the opportunity to court her daughter Diana because he is not royalty. As the story opens, Oliver Bacon seems to have all that he desires as he opens invitations from prestigious people: "duchesses, countesses, viscountesses, and Honorable Ladies." He is the richest jeweler in all of England. He stands before a... The Duchess of Lambourne needs Oliver to provide her with the money to pay her gambling debt, and Oliver needs her to provide him the opportunity to court her daughter Diana because he is not royalty. As the story opens, Oliver Bacon seems to have all that he desires as he opens invitations from prestigious people: "duchesses, countesses, viscountesses, and Honorable Ladies." He is the richest jeweler in all of England. He stands before a portrait of his mother, telling her "I have won my bet." However, he is yet ...a ...

Verbal assault is anytime one person uses words to hurt, belittle, or demean another. There are many verbal attacks thrown in the direction of the Finch family before the Tom Robinson trial in Lee's  To Kill a Mockingbird.  The first verbal assault comes at the beginning of chapter 9 when Cecil Jacobs tells everyone at school that Scout's father "defends niggers" (74-75). Scout holds her temper and doesn't beat up Cecil for his accusations, but she does go home to ask her father about the truth of Cecil's words. Atticus explains the situation to her and reminds her to keep herself out of fights over the course of the next year until the trial is over. Unfortunately, Scout can't get too far along in the year, though. During Christmas, and in the same chapter as Cecil's remarks, the next verbal assault comes from Aunt Alexandra's grandson, Francis. Francis says the following to Scout: "Grandma says it's bad enough he lets you all run wild, b...

It's tough to characterize a prophecy which states that one will kill one's father and marry one's mother as "fair," but Oedipus's incredible pride in thinking that he could outwit the prophecy qualifies him, certainly for the ancient Greeks, for some divine retribution. The prophecy came from the oracle of Delphi, the mouthpiece of the god Apollo. Regardless, Oedipus believes that he can avoid this fate by simply refusing to return home; this way, in... It's tough to characterize a prophecy which states that one will kill one's father and marry one's mother as "fair," but Oedipus's incredible pride in thinking that he could outwit the prophecy qualifies him, certainly for the ancient Greeks, for some divine retribution. The prophecy came from the oracle of Delphi, the mouthpiece of the god Apollo. Regardless, Oedipus believes that he can avoid this fate by simply refusing to return home; this way, in his mind, he cannot somehow accid...

Militarism crops up often in Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart . Achebe uses scenes that depict the desire for military action throughout the novel to reinforce Okonkwo's bellicose nature. Indeed, early in the novel, Okonkwo first believes that the promise of war is the reason why all the important men in the village are called for a meeting: “Okonkwo on his bamboo bed tried to figure out the nature of the emergency-- war with a... Militarism crops up often in Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart . Achebe uses scenes that depict the desire for military action throughout the novel to reinforce Okonkwo's bellicose nature. Indeed, early in the novel, Okonkwo first believes that the promise of war is the reason why all the important men in the village are called for a meeting: “Okonkwo on his bamboo bed tried to figure out the nature of the emergency-- war with a neighboring clan? That seemed the most likely reason, and he was not afraid of war. He was a man of action, a man of war” (...

The narrator reads about his brother Sonny in the newspaper as he rides the subway to the school where he teaches. Sonny has been arrested in a raid for selling and using heroin. Because he has lost touch with his brother, the narrator is shocked by the news. Also, he recalls their youth together, and he remarks that although Sonny was wild, he had never turned "hard or evil or disrespectful." Now, he tries to... The narrator reads about his brother Sonny in the newspaper as he rides the subway to the school where he teaches. Sonny has been arrested in a raid for selling and using heroin. Because he has lost touch with his brother, the narrator is shocked by the news. Also, he recalls their youth together, and he remarks that although Sonny was wild, he had never turned "hard or evil or disrespectful." Now, he tries to imagine Sonny as an addict, with "all that light in his face gone out." Still, he remembers that when Sonny was young, he did use heroin. A...

Between 1775-1830, some African Americans gained freedom, even though the institution of slavery increased in the United States. There are reasons why this occurred. The North had been less suitable for the use of slaves. Because the soil was rocky and the climate was cooler than in the South, there were fewer slaves in the North. The North had a great deal of manufacturing and industry, which tended not to require the use of slaves.... Between 1775-1830, some African Americans gained freedom, even though the institution of slavery increased in the United States. There are reasons why this occurred. The North had been less suitable for the use of slaves. Because the soil was rocky and the climate was cooler than in the South, there were fewer slaves in the North. The North had a great deal of manufacturing and industry, which tended not to require the use of slaves. As a result, there was more support for eventually ending slavery in the North. While some states ended slavery in the 17...

In 1984 , the Proles are allowed to partake in a number of vices which are expressly forbidden for Party members, like Winston and Julia. They are allowed to wear perfume, play the lottery, and sleep with prostitutes. The Party allows this behavior because it does not believe Proles pose any real political threat. In fact, the Party teaches that the Proles are not like Party members, as shown in Part One, Chapter Seven: The Party... In 1984 , the Proles are allowed to partake in a number of vices which are expressly forbidden for Party members, like Winston and Julia. They are allowed to wear perfume, play the lottery, and sleep with prostitutes. The Party allows this behavior because it does not believe Proles pose any real political threat. In fact, the Party teaches that the Proles are not like Party members, as shown in Part One, Chapter Seven: The Party taught that the proles were natural inferiors who must be kept in subjection, like animals. As such, the Party allows the Prole...

“Rappaccini’s Daughter” contains a number of Gothic elements, including the setting, the supernatural and extreme emotions. Gothic fiction usually involves some kind of old, run-down castle or large home. The general atmosphere of the place is forbidding, gloomy, and slightly sinister. The garden certainly fits this description. “Or, not improbably, it might once have been the pleasure-place of an opulent family; for there was the ruin of a marble fountain in the centre, sculptured with... “Rappaccini’s Daughter” contains a number of Gothic elements, including the setting, the supernatural and extreme emotions. Gothic fiction usually involves some kind of old, run-down castle or large home. The general atmosphere of the place is forbidding, gloomy, and slightly sinister. The garden certainly fits this description. “Or, not improbably, it might once have been the pleasure-place of an opulent family; for there was the ruin of a marble fountain in the centre, sculptured with rare art, but...

The character of Beneatha is, arguably, the most dynamic in the play. She represents the hopes and ideological aspirations of the generation that would propel the Civil Rights and Black Power movements.  She is intelligent, energetic, open-minded, curious, insightful, progressive, and politically conscious.  Her willingness to try new things, particularly to take advantage of opportunities that were not available to previous generations of black people, is an important character strength. In Act One, Scene One,... The character of Beneatha is, arguably, the most dynamic in the play. She represents the hopes and ideological aspirations of the generation that would propel the Civil Rights and Black Power movements.  She is intelligent, energetic, open-minded, curious, insightful, progressive, and politically conscious.  Her willingness to try new things, particularly to take advantage of opportunities that were not available to previous generations of black people, is an important charac...

Laurie Halse Anderson's novel  Speak is about Melinda Sordino's emotional journey after she has been sexually assaulted at a party. This is Melinda's freshman year of high school, and she is ostracized from the very beginning for calling the police after her assault, resulting in the breakup of the party. She is struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, extreme isolation, and troubles at home. The title of the book relates directly to the main theme of... Laurie Halse Anderson's novel  Speak is about Melinda Sordino's emotional journey after she has been sexually assaulted at a party. This is Melinda's freshman year of high school, and she is ostracized from the very beginning for calling the police after her assault, resulting in the breakup of the party. She is struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, extreme isolation, and troubles at home. The title of the book relates directly to the main theme of the book—Melinda feels she cannot speak to any...

At the end of Chapter 1, M&M leaves the bowling alley and decides to walk home by himself. Bryon then suggests to Mark that they also leave the bowling alley in order to catch up with M&M. After Mark and Bryon exit the bowling alley, they begin following M&M and notice that three guys are trailing him. From the end of the alley, they hear Curly Shepard threatening M&M and Bryon witnesses Curly cut M&M's... At the end of Chapter 1, M&M leaves the bowling alley and decides to walk home by himself. Bryon then suggests to Mark that they also leave the bowling alley in order to catch up with M&M. After Mark and Bryon exit the bowling alley, they begin following M&M and notice that three guys are trailing him. From the end of the alley, they hear Curly Shepard threatening M&M and Bryon witnesses Curly cut M&M's medallion off of his necklace. Mark and Bryon then run to M&M's rescue and jump on Curly Shepard and his gang members from behi...

When Pi and Richard Parker are at the beginning of their journey, after Pi's family is killed in the shipwreck, Pi fears Richard Parker, but he is forced to find a way to co-exist with him in order to survive.  Over time the two develop a somewhat co-dependent relationship.  Richard Parker depends on Pi to feed him by catching fish, while Pi's will to live is bolstered by Richard Parker's presence.  Richard Parker recognizes that... When Pi and Richard Parker are at the beginning of their journey, after Pi's family is killed in the shipwreck, Pi fears Richard Parker, but he is forced to find a way to co-exist with him in order to survive.  Over time the two develop a somewhat co-dependent relationship.  Richard Parker depends on Pi to feed him by catching fish, while Pi's will to live is bolstered by Richard Parker's presence.  Richard Parker recognizes that he also needs Pi to survive.  At one point in the book, Pi's starvation and thirst reduce him to a st...

In Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings' short story "A Mother in Mannville," readers learn a great deal about Jerry from his actions or the way he behaves. 1. He is hardworking.  There is evidence for this in the text in the following quote:  We went together back of the cabin. An astonishing amount of solid wood had been cut. There were cherry logs and heavy roots of rhododendron, and blocks from the waste pine and oak left from the building of the cabin. 'But you've done as much as a man,' I said. 'This is a splendid pile.' He chops wood for an hour and a half that first day, which is all the time he has, as he has to get back for supper. He exceeds the narrator's expectations with his excellent work. He faithfully comes again until he has chopped enough wood for kindling, medium wood, and backlogs.   2. He is compassionate.  There is evidence of this in the text in two places. First, in the quote below:  And he did for me the unnecessary thing, the graciou...

Hamlet suffers both as a result of his own flaw and as a result of other people's sins. When the play begins, he is miserably unhappy because of the sudden death of his father as well as the hasty remarriage of his mother, Gertrude, to his father's brother and Hamlet's own uncle, Claudius. Then, he learns from his dead father's ghost that it was actually Claudius, the new king and Hamlet's new step-father, who murdered... Hamlet suffers both as a result of his own flaw and as a result of other people's sins. When the play begins, he is miserably unhappy because of the sudden death of his father as well as the hasty remarriage of his mother, Gertrude, to his father's brother and Hamlet's own uncle, Claudius. Then, he learns from his dead father's ghost that it was actually Claudius, the new king and Hamlet's new step-father, who murdered him. All of these circumstances relate to other people's sinful behavior, and they make him quite miserable...

A narcissist is defined as someone who has an inflated sense of self-importance. This may certainly seem the case because Holden generally criticizes everyone he meets. And destructive? Holden can and does tear down relationships, such as with Sally Hayes and his roommate Stradlater. But there are times when Holden shows character, kindness, and compassion at his own expense, too. For example, Holden never hurts an underdog; he's willing to share with those who have less; and he considers other people's feelings. First, Holden has compassion for those who have less than he does. In chapter 15, Holden discusses Dick Slagle. Dick Slagle didn't have as nice of suitcases as Holden did at Elton Hills. Holden figures that Dick was embarrassed by his suitcases because he hid them under his bed. Holden explains his feelings about the situation as follows: "It depressed holy hell out of me, and I kept wanting to throw mine out or something, or even trade with him" (108). H...

I would say that Mary is misjudged in a few ways.  First, the reader and Patrick believe and accept Mary as a completely mild-mannered and docile individual.  She is portrayed as the perfect doting wife who loves merely to sit in the presence of her husband and see to his every need.  Patrick assumes that he can tell her that he is leaving her for good, and Mary will do nothing about it other than... I would say that Mary is misjudged in a few ways.  First, the reader and Patrick believe and accept Mary as a completely mild-mannered and docile individual.  She is portrayed as the perfect doting wife who loves merely to sit in the presence of her husband and see to his every need.  Patrick assumes that he can tell her that he is leaving her for good, and Mary will do nothing about it other than politely accept her lot in life.  Patrick misjudges her capability to become angry enough to kill him.   The reader misjudges her inner strength and resolve.  At no point in the first half of the...

In Chapter 4, Mr. Jones and his men return to Animal Farm armed and prepared to take back his former residence. Fortunately, Snowball is prepared and the other animals execute his military plans perfectly to repel the attack. The animals celebrate their victory of The Battle of the Cowshed and unanimously decide to create military decorations such as 'Animal-Hero, First Class' and 'Animal-Hero, Second Class.' The animals then decide to place Mr. Jones' gun at... In Chapter 4, Mr. Jones and his men return to Animal Farm armed and prepared to take back his former residence. Fortunately, Snowball is prepared and the other animals execute his military plans perfectly to repel the attack. The animals celebrate their victory of The Battle of the Cowshed and unanimously decide to create military decorations such as 'Animal-Hero, First Class' and 'Animal-Hero, Second Class.' The animals then decide to place Mr. Jones' gun at the foot of the Flagstaff and...

1984  is a great choice for this assignment because it gives you license to be very creative if you so choose. How close do you want to stick to the actual storyline, and how dark do you want it to be? You could write about O'Brien, who knowingly lures Winston and Julia into betraying Oceania. Is he a harsh, scheming character with no heart? Did something happen to make him into the person he is?... 1984  is a great choice for this assignment because it gives you license to be very creative if you so choose. How close do you want to stick to the actual storyline, and how dark do you want it to be? You could write about O'Brien, who knowingly lures Winston and Julia into betraying Oceania. Is he a harsh, scheming character with no heart? Did something happen to make him into the person he is? Or maybe you could turn him into a triple agent: he actually is trying to bring down Big Brother but had to give up Winston and Julia to do so. What about Winston's former wife, Kathari...

If a father is heterozygous and the mother is homozygous recessive, the chance of having a homozygous dominant child is zero. Each parent gives one allele of the gene to the child, so that the child ends up with two copies--one from dad, and one from mom. The father is heterozygous, so he has an equal chance of donating either the dominant gene (let's call it G) or the recessive gene (g) to the child.... If a father is heterozygous and the mother is homozygous recessive, the chance of having a homozygous dominant child is zero. Each parent gives one allele of the gene to the child, so that the child ends up with two copies--one from dad, and one from mom. The father is heterozygous, so he has an equal chance of donating either the dominant gene (let's call it G) or the recessive gene (g) to the child. But the mother's genotype is gg. She can only give a recessive gene to the child. To be homozygous dominant, as your qu...

Thesis statements are hard. You have so many thoughts and ideas, but you have to boil it down to a single statement.  With "Ex-Basketball Player" a thesis could go a variety of ways. On one hand, the poem is depressing. Flick was once a great, well-known player. Now he is only able to bounce inner tubes around. On the other hand, the poem shows readers that Flick is apparently making the best of things. I... Thesis statements are hard. You have so many thoughts and ideas, but you have to boil it down to a single statement.  With "Ex-Basketball Player" a thesis could go a variety of ways. On one hand, the poem is depressing. Flick was once a great, well-known player. Now he is only able to bounce inner tubes around. On the other hand, the poem shows readers that Flick is apparently making the best of things. I think that is a bit of a stretch though. I would focus your thesis on the depressing themes of the poem.  I recommend a thesis that begins with an incomplete c...

I think you might be talking about the process of convection. Here’s a useful way to thinking about it: on a very basic level, clouds are essentially formed in two major ways – vertically and horizontally. When a cloud is formed “horizontally,” two air currents with different temperatures collide head on, like two cars crashing. When two currents collide, the warmer air is pushed up and over the cooler air, because warmer air is less... I think you might be talking about the process of convection. Here’s a useful way to thinking about it: on a very basic level, clouds are essentially formed in two major ways – vertically and horizontally. When a cloud is formed “horizontally,” two air currents with different temperatures collide head on, like two cars crashing. When two currents collide, the warmer air is pushed up and over the cooler air, because warmer air is less dense. If the cold air hits warm air, the warm air is pushed up and can form thunderstorms. If warm air hits a cold air f...

When the story begins, Tom is at home, working on a project for his job at the grocery store.  We can tell that he's eager to do this work well, but that he feels a lot of pressure and keeps getting distracted. (Most of us can identify with that, right? We start to get stressed and to procrastinate when the task we're working on is both difficult and important!) Here's something Tom says to his... When the story begins, Tom is at home, working on a project for his job at the grocery store.  We can tell that he's eager to do this work well, but that he feels a lot of pressure and keeps getting distracted. (Most of us can identify with that, right? We start to get stressed and to procrastinate when the task we're working on is both difficult and important!) Here's something Tom says to his wife, which reveals that the project he's working on could potentially bring him success, recognition, and more money at work: "You won't mind though, will you, whe...