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MATH

p&r; ∴ ¬(¬r&¬q)&p Prove this argument using natural deduction. thank you in…

We want to show that the two statements are logically equivalent. We proceed by starting with the given and using logically true steps ending with the conclusion: Given p∧rp∧r ≡r∧p≡r∧p `-=…

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THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PAJAMAS

How is Bruno presented at the beginning of The Boy in Striped Pajamas?

At the beginning of the novel, Bruno is presented as a disgruntled, naive adolescent. He is upset to learn that his family is leaving Berlin, and when he arrives at his new house, he comments on…

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THE OLD MAN AND THE SEA

In The Old Man and the Sea, what is the relationship between the old man and his hooks?

Santiago has a working relationship with his hooks. Mostly, they are utilitarian and a cause for joy when he succeeds in catching a good haul. He uses them to get food in more than one way; at one…

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MATH

Explain why 1/12+1/12+1/12 is the same as 1/4?

This question requires the use addition of fractions. When adding fractions it is important to note that it is important that the denominator be the same. If they are not the same, then it is…

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A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

In Act IV of William Shakespeare’s play A Midsummer Night’s Dream, what stylistic devices are…

Shakespeare employs irony when he has Bottom say, “Man is but an ass if he go about to expound this dream,” and use comic misquotations (what we would, today, call “Malapropisms”) from 1…

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

Describe the federal government of the United States of America.

The federal government of the United States is the government that is in charge of the country as a whole, as opposed to the state governments, which govern the individual states. The form of the…

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LITERATURE

In Chapter 11 of “The Cay,” there is a metaphor on a certain page (p. 81 of my edition). The page…

In Chapter 11 of The Cay, Phillip and Timothy are stranded on the cay after the ship Phillip is traveling on is torpedoed. Phillip, who has lost his sight, has become dependent on Timothy, but…

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A MODEST PROPOSAL

What are the conditions of the country at the time?

Conditions in Ireland in 1729 are incredibly bad for the Irish. For many years, wealthy English had been purchasing land in Ireland so that, by the time “A Modest Proposal” is published, 90% of…

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ESSAY LAB

How can I write a persuasive essay on this question: Why should teenagers not get piercings or…

When writing an argumentative or persuasive essay, it is important to clearly state an opinion and then support it with reasons and evidence. In arranging the essay, there should be an…

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FAHRENHEIT 451

How does the plot of Fahrenheit 451 contribute to the development of the character Montag?

Great question! In Fahrenheit 451, Montag’s character develops throughout the book. Initially, the book presents Montag as a fairly basic character. Montag works, goes home, and lives out his…

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SCIENCE

How did the butterflies develop spots on their wings?

The spots of butterflies are adaptive features, that is, they are a result of adaptation. These spots indicate to predators that such butterflies may contain toxic materials and be dangerous to…

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NIGHT

What 3 major events in Night can be compared and contrasted to what actually happened in real life?

Since Night by Elie Wiesel is technically a memoir, all of the events actually happened. Of course, Wiesel may have embellished parts perhaps, though he needn’t have. The story is compelling and…

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THE RAVEN

What does the speaker’s action in line 68 of “The Raven” suggest about his state of mind?

In this line, the speaker “wheeled a cushioned seat in front of bird, and bust, and door” in order to consider the bird. The bird conducts himself like a lord or lady and speaks the word…

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MANIAC MAGEE

What are two major events in Maniac Magee?

Two major events are the race with Mars Bar and Amanda’s book being destroyed. Maniac Magee is very episodic, meaning that the book is really a series of loosely connected events. Two that can…

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TRIANGLE

In Triangle: The Fire that Changed America, what impact did the fire have on the private system…

The Triangle shirtwaist factory fire was an eye-opener for many people around the country. Essentially, the 145 workers that were killed all died due to what we would today call corporate…

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ANIMAL FARM

What are some rhetorical devices that are used in Chapter Three of Animal Farm? Why are these…

In Chapter Three of Animal Farm, Orwell uses a number of rhetorical devices to demonstrate the increasing superiority and domination of the pigs over the other animals. The pigs, for example, are…

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THE LADY OF SHALOTT

Why was the Lady of Shalott forbidden to look down on Camelot?

In Alfred, Lord Tennyson’s poem “The Lady of Shalott,” the “fairy Lady” lives on the island of Shalott and is under a curse. The curse will be activated only if she pauses from her weaving to look…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

In To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, how are the Ewells described?

The Ewells are those often referred to as “white trash.” When Jem decides in Chapter 23 that there are four kinds of folks, the Ewells are the last kind. “Sorry folks” is another term used by…

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HISTORY

What is Wordsworth’s attitude toward the sleeping city of London in the poem written on…

William Wordsworth’s attitude toward the city of London is one of awe and solemn wonder. He also expresses a feeling of comfort in the familiarity of the city. This shows a level of intimacy with…

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THE ODYSSEY

What is an example of something Odysseus should have brought on his adventure in the Odyssey?

A map and a compass, clearly!On a more serious note, this question really seems designed to make you explore your own creativity. Knowing what Ulysses went through on his arduous Odyssey, what…

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LANGSTON HUGHES

In “Thank You M’am” what is interesting about Hughes’ description of Mrs. Jones’ purse?

The description of Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones’ purse is symbolically interesting in Langston Hughes’ short story, “Thank You M’am.” Both the purse and the woman are described as…

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THE THINGS THEY CARRIED

How does Bowker contrast courage with the reality of the setting?

Throughout The Things They Carried, O’Brien contrasts the glorified expectations of war with the grim reality. Norman Bowker’s experience camping in the field beside the Song Tra Bong is no…

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THE ODD COUPLE

What are the best options for watching Act I of Neil Simon’s play The Odd Couple?

Neil Simon’s darkly humorous play The Odd Couple debuted on Broadway at the Plymouth Theatre in March, 1965. It is the story of two opposites, Felix and Oscar, who, for some reason, have become…

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THE SCARLET IBIS

What details about the flowers, weeds, and oriole nest symbolize death in “The Scarlet Ibis”?

The Scarlet Ibis opens with a description of a garden sometime at the end of summer. Gardens are typically a symbol of life, abundance, and prosperity. Summer is also usually considered symbolic of…

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HISTORY

Before the actual fighting occurred in 1775, American colonists responded to British imperial…

First, many colonists were protesters without even knowing it–the Proclamation Line of 1763 set the Appalachian Mountains as the westernmost boundary for English settlement in the New World, as…

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THE BEAK OF THE FINCH

Can you briefly review and summarize The Beak of the Finch?

Many books can be described as “good”; but it is the rare book that really deserves the title of great. In my opinion, The Beak of the Finch deserves to be considered in the latter category. It is…

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THERE WILL COME SOFT RAINS

What is the universal theme of “There Will Come Soft Rains” by Ray Bradbury?

The universal theme of Ray Bradbury’s story is the double-edged sword of technology: while technology can provide convenience and make important contributions to society, it also can be detrimental…

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THE DIARY OF A YOUNG GIRL

Whose nickname was Pim?

“Pim” was the nickname of Otto Heinrich Frank, father of Anne and Margot. Otto was born in Frankfurt am Main in 1889 and grew up to study ecomomics. After serving in the First World War, he worked…

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THE TEMPEST

How is Caliban portrayed when he says “then I love thee” in The Tempest?

Caliban is portrayed sympathetically when complaining to Prospero. When Prospero landed on the island, he enslaved Caliban through magic. Although Prospero treats Caliban with nothing but…

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LYDDIE

What is the plot for Lyddie, Chapters 18-23?

Charlie arrives unexpectedly, as a result of the letter that Lyddie sent him. He tells Lyddie that he has come for Rachel, their little sister. Charlie is working at the mill near their old farm,…

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ROMEO AND JULIET

What does Romeo say about removing his name after the Nurse arrives?

Romeo says that he will “sack the the hateful mansion” of his name, by which he means he will commit suicide. He says this when the Nurse reveals that Juliet is at home weeping and saying his and…

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A ROSE FOR EMILY

In “A Rose for Emily” by William Faulkner, why did the writer use a rose, not a flower, in the…

If I understand your question correctly, you’re asking why the story is called “A Rose for Emily” rather than ” A Flower for Emily,” right? First, let’s take a look at Faulkner’s own explanation…

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THE HOBBIT

In Chapter 19 of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, what are good quotes that use literary devices to…

Chapter 19 of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit concludes one of the most influential fantasy stories of all time. As such, we can expect to find some significant indications that the formerly prudish…

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REFERENCE

I have to write multiple restaurant reviews that use specific grammatical structures in Spanish….

In writing your review, you want to be sure that you understand the difference between the preterite and imperfect tenses in Spanish. The imperfect is used for continuous action in the past, or…

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AFTER TWENTY YEARS

Describe the scene in the beginning of “After Twenty Years.”

It is nearly ten o’clock at night. The weather is rainy and blustery. A uniformed policeman is walking along the sidewalk trying the doors of all the closed shops to make sure they are locked. The…

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THE FREEDOM WRITERS DIARY

How might learning to empathize require people to challenge expectations of themselves and others?

Great question! In the book The Freedom Writers Diary, many of the students learn to empathize with others. Through the students’ readings and educational experiences, many of the students learn…

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SCIENCE

Why does iodine have a higher boiling point than CCl4? Iodine boils at 114 degrees celsius and…

Iodine, which is the diatomic molecule I2, has a higher boiling point than carbon tetrachloride, CCl4, because it has stronger intermolecular attractions. Intermolecular attractions are the forces…

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

“It is impossible to explain how social order is maintained without the role of ideologies.”…

Thomas Hobbes’ social contract theory is based on the premise that people are generally motivated by self-preservation, which doesn’t lend itself well to the creation or sustainability of societies…

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ORATION ON THE DIGNITY OF MAN

In Pico Della Mirandola’s “Oration on the Dignity of Man,” how does he defend his ability to…

As a founder of Renaissance humanism, Mirandola made the point in this oration that human beings are not just miraculous but admirable, that we can use philosophy and our intellect to reach higher…

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JULIUS CAESAR

Brutus believes the conspirators will be seen as what in Julius Caesar?

Brutus believes that the conspirators will be seen as liberators. Brutus was an idealist. He truly believed that the Roman people would see the conspirators as tyrant-killers and liberators. When…

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BUSINESS

Is zero unemployment feasible?

Zero unemployment is not feasible. Unemployment, or employment, can be seen as an inverse, or countercyclical relationship, to demand of employees. That is, the supply of unemployed workers has an…

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MACBETH

Why is the crown related to Macbeth?

The crown symbolizes the highest form of power and authority one can have as a ruler. In Macbeth, the crown rightfully belongs to king Duncan, who is a mild and honorable ruler, respecting…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

I have to come up with a thought-provoking thesis statement for my To Kill a Mockingbird essay,…

This thesis statement is rather good, but it could use revision so that each of the three opinions are of parallel structure. Try this, then: Despite his seclusion, Boo Radley plays a key role in…

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HISTORY

What are the characteristics of Lenin’s strategy to force a socialistic revolution in Russia?

Vladimir Lenin used his April Theses in April 1917 to introduce his strategy for a socialist revolution in Russia. As these ideas took hold among supporters, they developed into the Bolshevik Coup…

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HISTORY

What is the importance today of John F. Kennedy’s Inaugural Address?

The importance of the speech depends on one’s perspective. On the one hand, it was an extremely bellicose speech, and was heard that way at the time. The speech was given at a time when Cold War…

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BRAVE NEW WORLD

Compare the society in Brave New World with modern American society.

There are many similarities, not necessarily because there is anything especially wrong with America in particular, but simply because Huxley did a good job of capturing some of the problems with…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

In the novel To Kill A Mockingbird, what are the themes for each chapter? Provide text evidence.

Wow! That is a huge undertaking because there are 31 chapters in To Kill a Mockingbird! I can’t do this assignment for you, but I can give you a few suggestions. First of all, read the chapter…

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THE LION AND THE JEWEL

What happens in the mime of the bribery of the railroad surveyor?

Lakunle tells Sidi why Baroka is called the Fox and explains how he foiled the Public Works attempt to build a railroad through Ilujinle. The mime scene begins when prisoners enter the stage, and a…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

Provide a quote from Lord of the Flies showing how Jack puts fear into people or how people are…

In chapter 5, after the meeting has broken up into chaos and Jack has led most of the boys down to the beach in a “random scatter,” Ralph, Piggy, and Simon remain in the meeting place and discuss…