How can I expand on the view that aggression was clearly not the cause of the Cold War?

August 24, 2018 Educator

OF MICE AND MEN

Aristotle defined tragedy as a play about a basically good person, important to society, who…

According to the Greeks, the tragic hero’s hamartia, or tragic flaw, does not always have to be something negative. It can be a seemingly positive trait, but in excess, it can lead the hero to his…

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A&P

What details stand out for you as particularly true to life in Updike’s A & P?

In John Updike’s A&P there are a lot of realistic points to discuss. First off, the narrator’s voice was absolutely believable. The character works in a supermarket, and seems to people watch…

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AMERICAN HISTORY

What is the subject or topic of Cofer’s “American History”?

The subject is also defined as the theme of a story. In Judith Ortiz Cofer’s “American History,” the subject revolves around what Elena does on the day of President Kennedy’s…

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THE VELDT

In The Veldt, what do you think the author is saying about the way society treats children in…

In “The Veldt,” Ray Bradbury might be suggesting that society, particular parents, generally finds a way for children to be constantly spoiled and entertained. The entire premise of the story…

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THOMAS HOBBES

What was Hobbes opinion of the nature of man? Why do they compete?

According to Thomas Hobbes, human nature is fundamentally competitive because everybody desires to accumulate possessions in the form of property. Hobbes begins this chain of reasoning in his…

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A SOUND OF THUNDER

How do the man behind the desk and Eckels describe the opponent of the newly-elected president?…

The man behind the desk and Eckels describe the opponent of their new president as a man who is against everything. They are both relieved that the president is another man. This part of the…

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THE OUTSIDERS

How does Sodapop view Ponyboy?

Throughout the novel, Ponyboy expresses his admiration for his older brother, Sodapop. Sodapop is an easy-going, handsome young man who treats Ponyboy with respect. Unlike Pony’s oldest brother,…

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THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PAJAMAS

What’s the double meaning of “the boy in the striped pajamas”?

When Bruno, who is only nine years old, looks out of his window and sees the concentration camp, he comments that there are people who are wearing “striped pajamas.” Bruno is naive and mistakes the…

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MANIAC MAGEE

In what chapter were the twins, Piper and Russell, introduced in Maniac Magee?

The twins Russell and Piper appear in Chapter 34 when they are trying to run away to Mexico. Maniac is at Valley Forge, where he is planning to live in a recreated cabin for a while, when he…

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THE INTERLOPERS

What is the theme of the story “The Interlopers” by Saki?

In the story The Interlopers, the main theme would be the enmity between Ulrich and Georg, which causes the two men to feud over the small stretch of forest land and become bitter enemies in the…

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HEALTH

How does our sense of hearing impact our perception?

Hearing is how we perceive sound through vibrations and changes in pressure. It is a large part of the human sensory experience, but people who are hard of hearing or deaf typically rely on their…

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HISTORY

Contrast the arguments made in favor and opposed to America’s potential involvement in World War…

There was a debate if the United States should intervene in World War II when it began in September 1939. There were many people against getting involved in World War II at that time. These people…

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THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY

Which of Mitty’s traits causes his wife, the police officer, and the parking-lot attendant to…

There is a subtle linkage among Mitty’s interactions with his wife, the police officer, and the parking-lot attendant. It has to do with gloves. When Mitty is letting his wife off in front of the…

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

What sociological perspective describes the efforts of the Salvation Army in combating social…

The functionalist perspective describes the efforts of the Salvation Army with combating social problems within our society. The functionalist perspective hinges on the fact that all levels of…

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ARTS

What is theoretical postmodernism?

Postmodernism, as a framework, is a way of challenging or re-assessing the theories and ways of thinking developed in the modern context. It deals heavily with skepticism and epistemology–how do…

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THE CASK OF AMONTILLADO

How does the narrator feel when he first sees Fortunato in “The Cask of Amontillado”? What…

When the narrator (a man named Montresor) first sees Fortunato at the carnival, he claims that he was so pleased to see Fortunato that he almost could not stop himself from shaking the man’s hand,…

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TUCK EVERLASTING

Why can’t the Tucks stay together as a family in Tuck Everlasting?

The Tuck family can’t stay together because they never age or die and they do not want to make people suspicious by hanging around one place for too long. The Tuck family stays on the move. Mae…

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SCIENCE

What are the differences in structure between a lymphocyte and a phagocyte?

Lymphocytes and phagocytes are different types of white blood cells which serve to fight off infection of the body. They are part of the immune system which can recognize and subsequently attack…

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THE CANTERBURY TALES

How does the Wife of Bath’s Tale (prologue included) uphold AND destroy the typical mysogynistic…

Chaucer’s Wife of Bath is an amazing character, especially considering the time period in which Chaucer created her. Her bold frankness is surprising for a woman—this attitude by itself defies…

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GREAT EXPECTATIONS

What is Pip’s and Mr. Pocket’s relationship?

Pip has come to London to learn to be a gentleman, and Mr. Pocket has been selected by Mr. Jaggers to teach him in whatever social skills he is currently missing. In this tutoring, Pip becomes more…

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SCIENCE

A carrier for red-green colorblindness

A “carrier” of a gene is someone who has a copy of a gene for a recessive condition, but does not show the trait. Color blindness is a sex-linked trait. This means it is determined by information…

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THE MONKEY’S PAW

At what point does the conflict between Mr. White and the paw actually begin? Explain.

This is a fantastic question. Let me give you a play by play of sorts. At first, Mr. White is intrigued by the paw. He listens intently at the stories of Sergeant Major Morris. When Morris…

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I FELT A FUNERAL, IN MY BRAIN

What is a theme present in “I Felt a Funeral in my Brain” by Emily Dickinson?

Your question implies that a literary work can have more than one theme, and that is correct. Any theme that is consistent with the true meaning of the text, that is, can be supported by evidence…

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THE CRUCIBLE

What is the reason for Giles feeling guilty at the beginning of Act Three?

Giles Corey feels tremendously guilty at the beginning of Act Three because he feels that he is responsible for his wife’s arrest and trial. He says, “I only said she were readin’ books, sir, and…

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HISTORY

Why did the civil rights movement happen? I am so confused because some people say different…

The Civil Rights Movement gained attention in the 1950s and the 1960s. African-American were tired of being treated differently than whites. Since the end of the Civil War, they had endured…

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THE CASK OF AMONTILLADO

In “The Cask of Amontillado,” how would you describe the persona that Poe has created for…

Montresor’s character is defined by his extreme intelligence, cunning, and pride. His personal pride and family pride combine to render him incapable of bearing Fortunato’s “insult,” whatever that…

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SCIENCE

What is any form of water that falls from clouds called?

Any form of water that falls from the clouds is known as precipitation. There are several forms of precipitation including rain, snow, hail and sleet. Depending on the geographic region and…

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FRANKENSTEIN

Why was Frankenstein in the Arctic?

Victor Frankenstein begins the story (which is actually near the end of the story, chronologically) in the Arctic because he has chased the “daemon” to whom he gave life there. One day, when their…

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THE BRONZE BOW

In The Bronze Bow, when does Daniel break a rule, and what is the rule that he breaks?

Daniel breaks a religious rule in Chapter 7 of The Bronze Bow. In Chapter 6, Daniel has an interaction with a Roman soldier that results in Daniel getting wounded by a spear. He flees and manages…

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EMILY DICKINSON

What literary elements are used in Emily Dickinson’s poem “There’s been a Death in the Opposite…

Literary elements used in American poet Emily Dickinson’s poem “There’s been a Death in the Opposite House” include the following: Stanzas A stanza is a poem unit. They’re typically…

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HISTORY

How might the people of the American colonies describe the King of Great Britain?

The words people in the colonies would use to describe Britain’s King would depend on which side of the conflict they supported and how they viewed the various events occurring in the colonies….

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ROMEO AND JULIET

What are examples of hatred and disorder in Romeo and Juliet?

There are many examples of hate and disorder throughout Romeo and Juliet. In fact, many of the ultimate failings within the play can be traced back to the themes of hate and disorder. Broadly, the…

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HISTORY

Which President was an activist progressive and which one was more “hand’s off and willing to let…

There were two presidents who were in office during the Great Depression. They were Herbert Hoover and Franklin D. Roosevelt. They had different ideas for dealing with the Great Depression. Herbert…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

What does Atticus tell Scout about Miss Caroline in To Kill a Mockingbird?

Atticus tells Scout that she needs to look at things from Miss Caroline’s point of view. Scout is very excited about starting first grade. For years she has been watching Jem go to school while…

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HISTORY

What were Alexander Hamilton’s views on religion?

As one of the United States’ most important founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton displayed non-sectarian approach to religion which was characteristic of this group. His own faith had wavered…

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TO THE VIRGINS, TO MAKE MUCH OF TIME

What are some examples of figurative language in the poem “To the Virgins, to Make Much of Time”?

The first line of the poem advises the hearer to “Gather ye rose-buds while ye may” (line 1). Here, the narrator assumes a youthful audience, and he cautions her to symbolically collect lovers…

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PSYCHOLOGY

What does a completed ANOVA summary table explain or describe? A researcher conducted an…

The central function of Analysis of Variance is to determine if the means and distributions of data sets show a meaningful difference between groups, significant with a certain level of confidence….

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ANIMAL FARM

Does Napoleon die in Animal Farm?

This is a great question. We should answer this question in a few different ways. On a physical level, Napoleon does not die on the farm. He is alive and well at the end of the story. However,…

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL

What happens to the Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come in A Christmas Carol?

The Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come shows Scrooge his future if he does not change his greedy and selfish ways. After seeing all that will happen in the future, Scrooge begs the Spirit to give him…

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BUSINESS

What is the purpose of this experimental structure? A researcher conducted an experiment on the…

The experiment, common in the pharmaceutical world, involves three separate groups of people, one that will be administered the experimental drug, another that will receive a placebo, and a third…

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IN ANOTHER COUNTRY

When the narrator says the wounded soldiers “were all very polite and interested in what was the…

The narrator is being skeptical. We can tell by the contrast between the doctor’s enthusiasm and the major’s skepticism. The doctor seems to be more excited about football than medicine, so the…

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RAYMOND’S RUN

At the beginning of the story, what does the narrator reveal about her family and her own…

Toni Cade Bambara opens her short story “Raymond’s Run” with a description of the family responsibilities in Hazel Elizabeth Deborah Parker’s home life. Hazel Elizabeth Deborah Parker, also…

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HISTORY

How many German speaking newspapers were in St. Louis Missouri in 1910?

Until 1898, there were two German-speaking newspapers in Saint Louis. The Anzeiger des Westen was founded in 1935 by Christian Bimpage. The Westliche Post was founded in 1857 by Carl Daenzer….

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

Please provide a good hook for an essay about how Atticus from To Kill a Mockingbird is a good…

Good hooks can start with an interesting quote, a short anecdote, a thoughtful rhetorical question, or a statement that rings a profound truth about the subject to be discussed in the essay….

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TWO KINDS

Why does Jing-Mei hate the tests her mother gives her?

Jing-Mei, the narrator in the Amy Tan short story “Two Kinds,” resents the tests her mother gives her. Her mother gives her tests in a misguided attempt to turn her daughter into some kind of…

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HISTORY

What are the effects of slavery on Africa in the past?

In terms of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, the effects were devastating on the history of West Africa. The human toll on slavery was immense. An estimated 11 million Africans died as a result of…