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The Theme of Racism in the Short Story Recitatif by Toni Morrison (967 words, 3 pages)

Racism, or the belief that ones race is superior to anothers due to the possession of certain characteristics, is a theme that is extremely prominent in American literature set in the 20th century. Although our modern day society frowns upon open racism, it is still subconsciously rooted in every person, ... Read More

Racism and Violence (1599 words, 6 pages)

Racism and violence has been going on since the beginning of time and who knows if this will ever end. Racism is a belief that a particular group is a higher importance or lower rank to another. This problem is universal and someone, somewhere, is experiencing hatred toward one another. ... Read More

The State of Welfare in Ohio (1616 words, 6 pages)

The welfare system is a mess, but not because it entices people with so much money up for grabs. It is a mess because it does not help people get out of poverty, and because it penalizes those who go to work. Poor people need to take more personal responsibility ... Read More

Why Literacy is Important to Me (919 words, 3 pages)

It is a thousand times better to have common sense without education than to have education without common sense - Robert Green Ingersoll. It has always annoyed me when people use their grammar incorrectly and I always find myself correcting them. Not because I am mean, but because they think ... Read More

My Dad Was Diagnosed With Cancer (898 words, 3 pages)

My father has never been the kind of man to ever visit the doctor. Herarely gets sick and he knows how to take care of other wounds. Hedoesn't have annual check-ups and hasn't actually been to the hospital,aside from a few minor things, since my grandfather had his chemotherapytreatments. So, ... Read More

An Analysis of The Marriage of Maria Braun directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder (525 words, 2 pages)

The Marriage of Maria Braun opens with a painting of Hitler hanging on a wall. An explosion suddenly falls in the wall and our main characters Maria and Hermann are progressing the wedding ceremony inside. The film ends with another explosion that takes Marias life. Maria Brawn dies in the ... Read More

Raising Autism Awareness (1381 words, 6 pages)

In Ontario, Canada mother Karla Begley received a hate-filled letter from a neighbor who was angered by her son's behaviors. Begley's son has autism. The letter talks about a neighbors hatred towards the son and his actions. With one in every 88 children now on the autism spectrum, kids are ... Read More

The Influence of Poetry and Musical to Society (815 words, 3 pages)

645 were the numbers on my car's clock. I looked out my window staringat the mess I had put myself into. Crowds of people we're staring at astage blaring pop music, I rolled down my window to get an idea of whatwas going on. On the sign amongst the chaotic ... Read More

Gothic Writing Styles in Literature (527 words, 2 pages)

The Gothic style of writing increases the plot line, producing a more suspenseful and attention-grabbing story. Both Wilde and Plaths works has many Gothic elements aggrandizing the story line. These two well-written works of literature include many well-defined examples of the Gothic mood, voice, and imagery. The poem, Mirror, and ... Read More

Cultural Influences on Individuals and Communities (1462 words, 5 pages)

In the book, The Cultural Nature of Human Development, Barbara Rogoffhighlights the understanding of culture being the basis of our lives. The book shows human development through cultural processes. Culture isan influence on everything we do and that's what I go on to show in thispaper. The most basic everyday ... Read More

How Technology Has Improved Lives and the Flaws That Come along with It (760 words, 3 pages)

Society never offers anything that does not come with a risk. Whether it is deciding to grab a bite from McDonalds which causes obesity if eaten too much, to dressing in the wrong apparel to a wedding, the actions you do have consequences. In the pursuit of new technology, society ... Read More

Exploring a Writing Process (542 words, 2 pages)

My writing process how I go about writing my paper what I do from start to finish no matter how simple it is its just right. When I am given a topic the first thing I do is think about all the ideas that deal with that topic. I tend ... Read More

Hurting My Finger in a Chain Net (676 words, 2 pages)

Growing up I played several sports. Basketball happened to be my favorite. I used to play it every day growing up. I had several friends plus my little brother who I played with all the time. My worst injury from the game came from a chain basketball net of all ... Read More

My First Day in High School (697 words, 2 pages)

Moving is a very frightening experience for most teenagers. Moving from a small country town to a huge city seemed like the end of the world. I did not know anybody and I barely knew my way around. My first day of high school, my freshmen year, I was dreading. ... Read More

A Pool Crisis at Grizzly Jack Water Resort (741 words, 2 pages)

It was a hot August afternoon in the year of 2011 and I was jumping up and down waiting for my dad to come home from picking my aunt and uncle from the airport. This is the first time they are coming to my house and my family and I ... Read More

Godzilla and My First Day of Elementary School (2227 words, 7 pages)

Ill never forget how it felt to stand outside the doors of my elementary school. The first day it was like walking towards the edge of the cliff my heart pounded against my rib cage so hard my ears would ring, my hands shaking so badly I wished I had ... Read More

Persuading through a Different Medium: Advertising and Its Appeals (982 words, 6 pages)

Advertisements are used to sell products and make people want to buy their amazing merchandise. If the advertisement is effective in creating its ad, the company makes more money. Advertisements include commercials, print ads, and billboards, which we are bombarded with on a daily basis. If the advertisement draws in ... Read More

A Film Critique of the Action Film Sherlock Holmes (814 words, 3 pages)

Action films are considered popular because they create an adrenaline rush. Indeed, they could be compared to a drug, which the addict craves. The 2009 film Sherlock Holmes is just such a film, though some film critics feel that it doesnt meet the high standard of mystery Holmes' creator, Sir ... Read More

Losing My Mother to Swine Flu (340 words, 2 pages)

Just by looking in to your eyes, I could swear you have some thing to tell me. Speak up. Dad, just spit it out! In the back of my mind, I already knew what he was going to say and I could already feel that ball of fire building up ... Read More

My First day at Jones Count Junior College (659 words, 2 pages)

My first day at Jones County Junior College was a great success. It all began after I woke up in my new room along with my new bed. I was not expecting to sleep well, but I managed to get my rest and was then ready for an exciting first ... Read More

The Dangerous and Unhealthy Foods on Our Plates (975 words, 3 pages)

As an American I believe that we all can say that we have eaten a microwavable meal once in our lifetime. And personally, I can say from experience that my microwavable mac and cheese was fantastic. Although we all enjoy a quick and easy meal, we do not realize the ... Read More

An Important Moment (362 words, 2 pages)

It was a warm September afternoon as I remember. The sun at its daily path of declination towards the horizon and illuminating buildings, in addition so was the shadows hanging loosely towards east closing down on every little minute of hope there was of lighting, and I have just been ... Read More

A Reflection on My Mom, a Superwoman (1069 words, 3 pages)

It was the morning of September 19, 1997. This was my very first encounter with my mother. Now even though I dont remember this encounter too well it was the beginning of a wonderful, bumpy, and exciting road that is immortal. This road is my blueprint that is constantly changing. ... Read More

Cultures Embedded in Sports (2134 words, 4 pages)

Culture is embedded in sport. This can be seen in almost all group or team sports, which have very specific rules and regulations. However it is not just team sports that acquire this sense of culture. Individual sports can possess this as well, even though it may be quite different. ... Read More

Salvation in Death Valley: A Creative Story (952 words, 3 pages)

Beep, Beep, Beep throwing my arm across my bed, hitting the snooze button on my alarm clock. As I rolled, starting at the bright sunshine reflecting on my ceiling, I knew it was going to be a great day, looking out the window. Seeing all my friends knocked out cold ... Read More

My First Experience in Grade 10 (841 words, 3 pages)

It was the first day of my grade 10. I was sitting alone in the table looking at my books. "Dack, Dack, Dack." Sound of clicking heels grabbed my attention. A tall lady with long, silky hair, stylish dress and high heels was walking through the door.I smelled a strong ... Read More

The Psychology of Consciousness (7261 words, 17 pages)

Overview HighlightsOne of the most allusive concepts in psychology is consciousness. We are able to describe the subjective experience of consciousness, yet we are unable to explain how it arises from the complex physical make-up of our brains. How can something as abstract as consciousness come about from something as ... Read More

The Unforgettable Memories I Made at My Grandparent’s House (1149 words, 4 pages)

Everyone has their special place that brings up positive memories. It can be a Disneyland where whole family went together, or it can be a place where they married. It not hard to find own special place, because the special place is the place where we spent valuable moments there ... Read More

Analyzing Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury (728 words, 2 pages)

Do you know why books such as this are so important? Because they have quality. And what does the word quality mean? To me it means texture. This book has pores(79). In Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, books are forbidden, and firemen have to burn any house that contains them. ... Read More

Comparing Roles of Spectator and Participant (611 words, 2 pages)

Being on either side of the fence may have a different perspective asto what may be the feeling of the moment. Many people have certain waysas to where, how they might watch the game, and who they might enjoy itwith. Even though you might feel like your in the zone ... Read More