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- 9271: The Hobbit
- ... woods). It is hard to believe that the characters can exist in reality since they cannot, and they are not supposed to since it is a fantasy book. Setting The story occurs in the imaginary world—Middle-earth—created by the author, it is appropriate since creatures that are found in the book (e.g., goblins and dwarves) do not exist in our world. Since the story happens in many places over Middle-earth the author gives a deep description only in places where important things to the plot happen but in other places he gives a more general ... occur. It starts at the spring and ends in about the same time the year after. Parts of the story take place in every time of the day (and night). The mood is of fantasy world, where everything (like magic and huge treasures) can appear and happen. book are not very complicated, but there are some words that are not longer in use, or used just in poets (such as ‘ ...
- 9272: The Slavery of Africans
- ... 174); many suggest that perhaps we ought to provide black student with their own curriculum, such as to instill in them a sense of pride that will improve their education. The U.S. News and World Report comments: "The Afrocentric curriculum is usually presented as an attempt to develop pride in black children by giving them a racial history… But what kind of pride and self-esteem is likely to grow ... conferring upon youths of African descent their own "different" history will not only further the racial segregation, but also provide them with a false sense of history, fueling the animosity. If the rest of the world were to suddenly step down and bestow upon Africa special privileges and grants, it would only create a sense among the global village that Africans are 'different' and require some sort of special assistance in ... believed they are deserved of reparations, it would be impossible for an international body to distinguish or properly disburse the requite among Africans of diverse backgrounds. Some Africans have indeed become wealthy within then white world and do not require assistance - yet it would be unfair to slight them their share - did they not also once suffer? It is equally impossible to prove whether or not someone actually was a ...
- 9273: Inherit the Wind: Creationism and Evolution
- ... which then developed, into a more complex organism. Darwin is one of the founders of evolution. He traveled to the Galapagos Islands, where he spent many years. These islands are unlike anything else in the world. They have many different types of species. Darwin figured from his studies that humans evolved from a primate and slowly over millions of years. This has been proven because numerous amounts of fossils were found ... the planets came from that. Where did that come from? G-d could have created that and then all the planets came from that. A scientist once said, " The more I study science and the world around me, the more I believe in G-d." Everything in the universe is designed so orderly. From the way the boy works to the perfect way the moon revolves around the earth. It is ... could not believe that Drummond believed in G-d, but as one can see it possible to believe in evolution and the bible. Maybe the bible was not really supposed to be on how the world worked, but more on lessons on life. G-d works in mysterious ways; the creation of man will be a mystery, because it is very possible that G-d did help. As Drummond did ...
- 9274: 1984
- ... he worries that she is an informant who will turn him in for his thoughtcrime. He worries about the Party's control of history: it claims Oceania has always been allied with Eastasia in a war against Eurasia, but Winston seems to recall a time when this wasn't true; the Party also claims that Emmanuel Goldstein, the leader of the Brotherhood, is the most dangerous man alive, but Winston doubts ... allow the rats to eat his face. Winston snaps, pleading with O'Brien to do it to Julia, not to him. His spirit broken, Winston has been fully brainwashed and is released to the outside world. He meets Julia, but no longer feels anything for her. Winston has accepted the Party entirely. He has learned to love Big Brother. Word Count: 521
- 9275: Fahrenheit 451: How Montag is Convinced to Change His Mind about Books
- ... actually happy leading a death-in-life, and Montag quickly realizes that he is not happy when he enters his sterile and fully automatic house" (Zipes 185). Clarisse opens Montag's eyes to a different world, a world full of books and people communicating with each other. In the novel Clarisse asks Montag if he is happy. At first he denies it, but then after thinking about it he changes his mind about ... that really makes him understand the true meaning of books. Montag now knows what he needs to do. He wants to share what he knows and what he has learned with the rest of the world. Beatty, the fire captain, tries to warn Montag throughout the novel what would happen if he were caught with the books in his house. He warns him by sending the mechanical hound to his ...
- 9276: Cuba and Its History
- ... is black. Cuba lies to the south of the United States, and is most easily accessible by boat from the Florida region. It is this naval quality that encompasses the island. During the Ten Years War, between 1868-1878, the Cubans fought against Spanish rule in their country. Rebellion broke out around the island, and the rebels joined under a united leader, Carlos de Cespedes, a wealthy planter, who proclaimed independence ... and soon, much to there delight had help from the United States. While in port in Havana on February 15, 1898 the U.S. Battleship Maine was sunk by a large explosion. The Americans declared war on Spain immediately, attacking all Spanish naval vessels in the area, marking the beginning of the Spanish-American War. Finally on July 18, 1898, George Dewey, a U.S. naval officer commanded the fleet that destroyed Spanish vessels in Manila. Upon being defeated once again, Spain surrendered, giving up Cuba and the Philippines ...
- 9277: To Kill A Mockingbird: Atticus' Determination, Persistence, and Intelligence
- ... whatever they do. This shows that he deeply cares about the children and wants them to grow up to be the best that they can be. Atticus also wants his children to prove to the world what they can accomplish. Another example is that Atticus is very persistent by having many rituals that he performs very often and never once misses a day without doing them when they need to be ... his honesty, bravery, courage, loyalty and many more fine traits. He teaches his children not to be prejudice and to treat everyone equally. For this I respect him and hope that parents all around the world follow his lead and teach their children about the many problems of prejudice in this world.
- 9278: Alternative Fuel Source
- In one year, America will have exhausted 80% of her petroleum reserves. Will we then go to war with the Arabs for the privilege of driving our cars? Will we strip-mine our land for coal and poison the air we breathe to drive our autos an additional 100 years? Will we raze ... our country will never come to those conclusions. However, someone must make a conclusion – hopefully toward an alternate fuel source. The fuel source I would propose is biomass fuel derived from hemp. Hemp is the world’s most versatile plant. It actually improves the soil in which it grows, without chemical fertilizers, while choking out weeds by virtue of its fast dense growth. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture ...
- 9279: Silent Spring: Pesticides
- ... or absorbed by microorganisms and other living animals. In the case of DDT, or Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane which was first synthesized in 1874 was thought to be the miracle due to the impact that it served in World War II fighting off diseases as well as it’s many uses from stability in soil and acuatic environments to killing pests in our own backyard. Some called it the “Savior of Mankind” because of its ...
- 9280: Fahrenheit 451 - Symbolism
- Symbolism in Fahrenheit 451 Light, especially fire, and darkness are significantly reoccurring themes in Fahrenheit 451. Guy Montag, the main character, is a fireman, but in this futuristic world the job description of a fireman is to start fires wherever books are found; instead of putting them out. Montag takes a journey from a literary darkness to a knowledgeable light. This journey can be ... 46). Montag was now seeing fire as a nourishing, life giving flame. The title of the third part of the book, "Burning Bright", shows that even while the city is still burning brightly from the war’s destruction, the spirit of all the exile men is also burning brightly. This signifies a future of hope and optimism. Throughout Fahrenheit 451 Montag goes through a transformation from book burner to book preserver ...
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