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August 22, 2018 Educator

LYDDIE

Why does Farmer Stevens pay so much for the calf in Lyddie chapter 2? Why is Lyddie so concerned…

Chapter 2 is entitled “Kindly Friends.” This is a play on words referring to the Stevens family, who are Quakers, members of a religious group known as “Friends.” In this chapter the Stevenses act…

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HAMLET

What is the source of Hamlet’s self doubt?

In William Shakespeare’s tragedy Hamlet, the titular protagonist Prince Hamlet is wracked by doubt in himself, his perceptions, and his decisions. This self-doubt has one overarching cause, that…

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THE BOOK THIEF

What does Jewish discrimination, Hitler’s propaganda and the Hitler Youth have in common in The…

In short, the answer to your question is that the reader is able to observe discrimination against the Jews and the propaganda of Hitler through Liesel joining the group called Hitler Youth. In…

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HISTORY

Who were one of the most powerful tribes of the Great Plains due to the increase in violence…

The strongest Indian tribe in the United States was the Comanche. They were originally from the mountains of Wyoming but migrated to Texas. The reason that they became the most powerful Native…

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ECONOMICS

What are economic and social effects that overpopulation has on families?

Overpopulation is defined as too many people living in an area. On a global scale, the population of the world has increased ten-fold in the last 300 years and four-fold in the last hundred years….

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THANK YOU, M’AM

What is the setting (place and time) of “Thank You, M’am”?

Although no definite time or place is stated in the story “Thank you, M’am” by Langston Hughes, there are a few context clues in the story for us to make an educated guess. First of all, Mrs….

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THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY

How are stereotypes enacted in Walter Mitty’s dreams?

The most overt stereotype is that of the confident hero. The first daydream portrays Walter as the commanding officer on an airplane. He and the crew are actually flying into a hurricane. Walter,…

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GREAT EXPECTATIONS

Why does Dickens include Pip’s visit to Newgate Prison, and how does it contribute to the…

A social reformer, Dickens includes Newgate Prison because he wished to expose social conditions in London while developing the deeper nature of Pip’s character. Dickens himself worked hard against…

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

Does the media play a significant role in shaping the beliefs and attitudes of the American…

The unfortunate answer is: “Yes”. This is not personal opinion; this is actually a conclusion drawn from the following sources Well-known political strategies Social learning theories Theories of…

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THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY

How are stereotypes employed in Walter Mitty’s daydreams?

Walter Mitty identifies himself with stereotypical characters in all of his daydreams. In the first episode he becomes a gallant naval officer. He wore his full-dress uniform, with the heavily…

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A POISON TREE

In the poem “A Poison Tree” by William Blake, how does the speaker feel about his anger and does…

The speaker dissolves his anger with his friend by speaking about it. But when he has anger for his foe, he does not talk about it and it grows. The idea here is that if one suppresses his anger,…

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THE CRUCIBLE

How did Giles stop Mr. Putnam from taking his land? Why did he do it that way?

In the play, Giles Corey stopped anyone from taking his land by refusing to submit a plea to the court when formally presented with the accusations against him. Elizabeth Proctor tells John at the…

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LITERATURE

Give a brief account on Shakespearean sonnets as a departure from Petrarchan tradition.

If I understand your question correctly, you are asking for an explanation on how Shakespeare revised the format of a sonnet from its pre-existing form as a Petrarchan sonnet. First of all, let’s…

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NIGHT

What is an example of imagery in Night by Elie Wiesel?

Imagery is the use of the senses to enhance description in literature, and Elie Wiesel does this very well throughout his autobiographical book, Night. In describing the horrors of the Holocaust,…

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SCIENCE

Which is a major source of air pollution created by humans?

Air pollution is defined as the presence of or introduction of harmful or toxic substances into the air. Most of the air pollution that is created by humans is due to the emission of burning…

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THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PAJAMAS

In the boy in the striped pajamas, does Karma hit Bruno’s father or not?

I think that the force of Karma hits Bruno’s father. If we define Karma as a person’s actions playing a role in their end fate, it becomes clear that the ending of Boyne’s novel provides karmic…

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ONCE UPON A TIME

In what ways in Nadine’s story similar to a fairy tale? In what ways is it different? Would the…

Gardner makes the story like a fairy tale by making its setting and characters idyllic. The man and his wife “loved each other very much” and “had a little boy and they loved him very much.” They…

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JULIUS CAESAR

Why does Caesar want Calpurnia to stand in Antony’s way in Julius Caesar?

Caesar wants Antony to run by Calpurnia so that she will be given fertility. During the Feast of Lupercal, Antony is taking part in a ritual in which he will run naked through the streets. He is…

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SCIENCE

What is the relation between force and pressure?

Pressure is defined as force per unit area (on which the force is acting). or, pressure = force/area Force is the product of mass and acceleration of an object, as per Newton’s second law of motion…

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SCIENCE

Why do clouds get electrically charged?

Clouds are composed of water vapor that has evaporated from liquid water on the earth’s surface. The water vapor cools, the higher into the atmosphere it goes, and condenses to form a visible…

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RELIGION

What actually happens when a Roman Catholic decides she wants to change her religion? What role…

When a Roman Catholic leaves that Catholic Church, she must sign a Formal Act of Defection from the Catholic Church Form with the Office of the Bishop. She is advised also to write a formal letter…

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LITERATURE

“Never fear spoiling children by making them very happy. Happiness is the atmosphere in which all…

This is from Thomas Bray’s 1872 book, The Education of the Feelings: A Moral System.” He argues that most children are sensitive and eager, and when adults shut them down, they become irritated and…

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SCIENCE

What are the common sterilization techniques?

Sterilization is done to kill any biological life form or infectious agent. Typically, we sterilize equipment (such as bottles, spatula, surgical equipment, etc.) or surfaces (bench surface, etc.)….

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LAW AND POLITICS

Are immigration decisions an enumerated, concurrent or reserved power?

Of these three choices, the best answer is that immigration decisions are an enumerated power. These decisions are solely the province of the national government. States do not have any power in…

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A WORN PATH

Find a passage in the story indicating that Phoenix Jackson was probably once a slave.

Near the end of the story, Phoenix arrives in Natchez at the medical clinic. When she gets inside, she has mental spell during which she temporarily forgets why she is there and what she is doing….

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LINGUISTICS

How do the Strictly Come Dancing judges adapt their spoken language for the functions they…

In the study of linguistics, particularly socio-linguistics, which, essentially, deals with language use in social situations, paralinguistics are important for identifying non-verbal (non-word…

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CHRISTOPHER COE

What is the storyline in Such Times, its so difficult to understand.

In short, Such Times is a novel about gay men in the 1970s, especially in regards to the onslaught of the AIDS virus. The title of the work comes from the lines from early on: It’s hard to believe…

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BUSINESS

What are some sources of noise that interferes with communication during a class lecture?

There are two types of noises that can interfere with communication during a class lecture. These noises can be classed as internal and external interference and communication barriers. Internal…

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RUDYARD KIPLING

Could you tell me why Rudyard Kipling was awarded the Nobel Prize in literature?

I could tell you some of my own reasons for why Rudyard Kipling is a fantastic author and deserving of the Nobel Prize, but I will stick with giving you the quoted information about why Kipling was…

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THANK YOU, M’AM

In the story “Thank you, M’am,” is Mrs. Jones wise or foolish to trust Roger? Why?

I think she is wise. Keep in mind that she doesn’t trust him initially. After all, he tries to steal her purse. When he loses his balance, she kicks him in the rear, picks him up by his shirt…

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ROBERT SOUTHEY

Why did the Inchcape Rock not move?

The poem “Inchcape Rock” by Robert Southey is based on a legend about a fourteenth-century Abbot who wanted to help keep mariners safe from the dangers of Inchcape Rock. Although the story of Sir…

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SCIENCE

According to the Bohr model of the atom, electrons move around the nucleus of an atom in fixed paths called orbits. A diagram of a Bohr model of an atom resembles the solar system with the nucleus…

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NOTES FROM UNDERGROUND

In Notes from Underground, what are the aspects, if any, of the Underground Man that we identify…

I think that we can identify with the unnamed narrator in Notes from Underground because he represents some of our worst habits as human beings. Very few of us would like to say that we can…

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PERSUASION

How do either the 1995 or 2007 film adaptations of Persuasion compare and contrast with Jane…

One difference between Jane Austen’s book Persuasion and the 1995 film adaptation, directed by Roger Michell, concerns the proposal from Mr. Elliot. The setting of the final scene is an evening…

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LITERATURE

In the poem “For Anne Gregory,” what does the lady think? How has the youth been thrown into…

The poem is a dialogue between the young man in despair and the lady he dotes on. He speaks first, saying that it is impossible for him to love her for herself alone, because she has such beautiful…

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THE VAGABOND

What are the advantages of being a vagabond?

The speaker of Stevenson’s poem gives the same main reason for being a vagabond that other famous vagabonds have given as well. That reason is contentment. Vagabonds, including the speaker of the…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

What do Bob Ewell’s actions reveal about his character when he tries to kill Jem and Scout in To…

Bob Ewell’s despicable actions of trying to kill Jem and Scout indicate what a degenerate he really is. There is nothing more morally reprehensible than actions like those of Bob Ewell, a man who…

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THANK YOU, M’AM

What could have happened next in “Thank You, M’am” if Mrs. Jones and Roger met after one year?

“Thank you, M’am” by Langston Hughes is a short story which ends with many possible future outcomes. Roger is a fourteen- or fifteen-year-old who tries to steal Mrs. Jones’s purse so that he can…

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REFERENCE

Can you please suggest some good job opportunities for previous mariners who are returning home?

There are a few unknowns in this question that make it difficult for me to answer. What I can tell you is that several sailors (Navy and civilian), that I know, have found work on land that has…

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SCIENCE

What mass of sodium chloride is needed to make 2.50L of 1.34 mol/L solution?

The molarity of a solution is moles of solute per liter of solution. You need to calculate how many moles of solute are needed for given molarity and volume, then calculate the mass of the required…

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OF MICE AND MEN

In the novel, Of Mice and Men, which factors contributed to Curley’s wife lying dead in the barn?

There are a number of factors which lead to her tragic and accidental demise. First is the fact that Curley’s wife was lonely. Even though she had married the son of a wealthy landowner, he was not…

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THE CANTERVILLE GHOST

How is the ghost himself a leading character in “The Canterville Ghost”?

Unlike the typical ghost story, in which the ghost is simply a scary “Other” or creature we know nothing about except to fear and loathe it, “The Canterville Ghost” presents us with the ghost as…

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SCIENCE

Describe any change of crushed ice while its thawing.

Well, to start with, the ice is in the solid phase of matter. The molecules of water are frozen in place at zero degrees Celsius, in an ordered lattice structure, which is what defines the solid…

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TWELFTH NIGHT

What are some literary devices used in Twelfth Night Act 1 Scenes 3 and 4?

Sir Toby uses a metaphor and personification. An example of a literary device in Scene 3 is used by Sir Toby in response to Olivia’s mourning over her brother. What a plague means my niece, to…

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SCIENCE

How do fleas help dogs and the other way around?

They don’t. I am a dog owner and I will quickly tell you there is nothing good about having your pet infested with fleas. Fleas are tiny parasitic organisms that are large enough to be seen…

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LITERATURE

What is imagery?

Imagery is an author’s use of the five senses, so that the reader will be better able to visualize the words and actions about which the author is writing. The reader is able to get a mental…

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PHILOSOPHY

What are some tips for writing a philosophy paper?

The first step is to come up with an interesting topic: free will, the effects of God, the nature of reality, epistemology, and so on. Philosophy (“love” of wisdom) is quite broad, so there are…