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- 9031: The Merchant Of Venice
- ... bitter and have difficulty in expressing their emotions. On many occasions friends, such as Salerio and Bassanio have questioned his sadness, trying to find an explanation for their great unhappiness with themselves and with the world. - Salerio: "But tell not me: I know Antonio Is sad to think upon his merchandise.2 Antonio: "Believe me, no: I thank my fortune for it, My ventures are not in one bottom trusted, Nor ... you in love."4 Antonio: "Fie, fie!"5 The mystery of Antonio's sadness remains, as he dismisses the prospect that his sadness is related to his ships or a lost love. Uninterested in the 'world' of suitors and marriage, Antonio is left without his lifelong companion, Bassanio after he travelled to Belmont to woo Portia. Early in the play another side of Antonio is revealed. Antonio is displayed as a ... loneliness is affecting Bassanio greatly, who takes responsibility for what has happened. - "Antonio, I am married to a wife Which is dear to me as life itself; But life itself, my wife, and all the world, Are not with me esteem'd above thy life: I would lose all, ay, sacrifice them all, Here to this devil, to deliver you"8 A moment of comedy is brought out after this ...
- 9032: American Identity
- ... it also reflects a notion of patriotism that reaches deep into the heart of every American. Throughout the past centuries, solidarity and loyalty have proven invaluable to our country's success and progress. The revolutionary war brought people with different ideas, religious beliefs, and political interests together in a fight for independence. This struggle essentially gave birth to this great nation. It also signified the emergence of an American spirit, tenacious ... Schlesinger implies that wholeness in the American culture proves beneficial to the prosperity of society and at the same time inhibits discord. The consequences of widespread discord among the American people, exemplified during the Civil War, once again confirmed the dire necessity for unity amongst the nation. In his 1961 Inaugural Address John F. Kennedy confronts the audience,"[u]nited there is little we cannot do in a host of cooperative ... the call of duty. In order to uphold American ideals and virtues, men and women in uniform often serve overseas. Many Americans idolize these individuals and sporadic bursts of patriotism often arise when prompted by war. Loyalty towards our troops and government has not always prevailed, as was evident during the Vietnam conflict. Millions of Americans refused to serve their term of duty, often burning the draft card or flag ...
- 9033: Last Of The Mohicans
- The book begins in the middle of the French and Indian War in upper New York State near the Hudson River and Lake Chaplain. General Webb has just gotten word from an Indian that Moncalm and the French are going to attack Fort William Henry and that ... David Gamut who asked to accompany them to Fort William Henry. Not to far away in the same forest, were an Indian and a White man talking about their races existence in the "New World." The Indian was Chingachgook, the chief of the Mohicans, and the White man, Hawkeye; this was the name given to him by the Indians. They talk for a while and then decide to eat. Uncas ...
- 9034: Women As Leaders
- ... discussed. History and The Challenges Women Face A number of events have occurred over the last twenty-five years or so that have resulted in the rise of the female in the work-for-pay world. Beginning in the mid-1970's, women began going to business school and earning their Master's of Business Administration and, as a result, building on that education and gaining work experience (Nelton, 1999). The ... model of the family unit and in this time of "education inflation", the demand for higher education is growing at a staggering rate. In the corporate sector, the generation of women who entered the corporate world two to three decades ago have blazed the trail now followed by ever-growing numbers of women (Shaiko, 1997). The great strides women are making in the work force can be attributed to numerous factors ... named CEO-the surest sign of support (Nelton, 1999). In more and more families and in business in general, gender is becoming a "non-issue". As roles increasingly change on the home front, the business world will soon mirror the changes taking place in the family structure. Nelton also urges women in leadership roles to not lose sight of the bottom line. She says it is "easy for women to ...
- 9035: Creative Writing: Pokemon - 2020
- ... in a small underground cave, waiting for the terror to stop above ground. The terror of the Rocket Empire, once a small organization of Pokemon thieves, Team Rocket has risen to undisputed leader of the world. "Misty" Ash said "It's finally happened, Team Rocket has won, it's not even worth fighting for anymore" "Ash don't talk like that! What did Brock say to you before he died in ... palace, debris crumbled off the roof, a large rock fell on Meowth's foot. Meowth yelled with pain, Jesse and James stopped to help. "No" Mewoth uttered "Go on, now that Mewtwo's dead the war is over! this could be a good vulnerable time to over throw Giovanni!" Mewoth said. "No one will do it if all three of us die! Good luck Jess, same to you James my boy ...
- 9036: Owen Meany As A Prophet
- ... revealed that he died saving Vietnamese children. He was a prime example of courage and integrity. A prophet uses their prophecies to not only prove that they have powers, but also to somehow benefit the world or allow people to learn from their visions. In Owen's case, "he had established himself as a prophet
" (Irving 201). It was a wonder to John that "the changing of the year had so ... physically and spiritually. Throughout his life he also maintained a special relationship and strong faith in God. Many of Owens morals and values that he voiced became strong teachings about life. Although everyone in the world did not know him, many believed he was special for his wisdom at such a young age. Through these accomplishments, Owen leads himself to the stage of being a prophet. Today, prophets could be all ... of life fascinates many, but the idea of God sending messengers to us repels those who lack faith. What would it take for you to recognize a prophet? Many prophets may go unrecognized in the world and yet the only way they can exist is if someone will believe in them.
- 9037: Origins Of Buddhism
- ... religion. For instance, a Catholic goes to Church and prays to the same God as the person sitting beside them. There are many Eastern religions where that is not the case. Buddhism, one of the world's oldest religions, is one such instance. Buddhism, in fact, stresses a more individual approach to spirituality. In 563 B.C., in India, a man named Siddartha Guatama was born into the ruling family of the Sakya people. Because of his elevated position in society he was forced to live a life of seclusion. When he was twenty-nine years old, he ventured out into the world and was confronted with the reality of suffering and death in the world. The next day he left his wife and son to search for a way to put an end to human suffering. After six years of living ascetically, he realized that the path to success ...
- 9038: Abigail Adams
- ... the Congress called at Philadelphia to try and unite the colonies against Great Britain's plan to punish Boston and Massachusetts. Though her sons would not be of military age for another decade, Abigail dreaded war, in which only God knew what would happen. When the shots at Lexington and Concorde were fired, John was again off to the Congress and cautioned Abigail that she should 'fly to the woods' with the children if the British attacked Boston. Abigail prayed for the war and on June 17 John Quincy and Abigail went to Bunker Hill and watched the roar of the cannons and saw the flames of burning Charleston atop of Penn's Hill near where they lived ... what's happening at the immediate point in time. Abigail sometimes called herself 'Mrs. Delegate' because she was the wife of a Revolutionary leader. Abigail continued to keep in tact with her husband throughout the war. She also was very political. Then later she led a very productive life.
- 9039: Capitalism In Mass Media
- ... business aspect of the relationship as if it were the focus; capitalism would be portrayed in a negative light. The film is aimed at 20-35 yr old females, using unrealistic visions of a compassionate world, where financial profit does not conquer all. The narrative of the developing relationship between the main characters is the focus of the film. The genre "romantic comedy", would more likely appeal to women, as romantic ... live quite comfortably (materially speaking), blind to their actions (as a result of 'fate'). This brings forward the opportunity to look into the commercial products that could be identified as a natural part of the world these characters live in. The most obvious commercial product in the film is the computer. Within the computer, there is the brand of computer, the operating system used and the Internet provider. These are frequently ... It is their function to amuse, entertain, and inform, and to inculcate individuals with the values, beliefs, and codes of behaviour that will integrate them into the institutional structures of the larger society. In a world of concentrated wealth and major conflicts of class interest, to fulfil this role requires systematic propaganda." (Chomsky 1988a: 1) In the case of entertainment, that which is not detrimental to the beliefs of the ...
- 9040: Christmas Day
- ... their anger from the family but, I knew they did this so that they would not upset me. The presents from relatives were arriving and I felt as if I was on top of the world. Seeing my mom and dad smiling was great which made everyone stay up late. They sent me off to bed around 10:00pm hoping I will fall asleep and see my gifts from Santa in ... received. As I walked into the house I wished everybody a goodnight and then I went on my way to a night of rest. Then not all of the sudden something shattered that sparked the war that would ever end. My parents started yelling again and my mom was cursing. The whole house was up and my brother ran into my room and held me. As I lay in my room ...
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