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LAW AND POLITICS

For a named country, state a policy which has been used to influence rates of population growth…. 1 image

Well, the most obvious country to select when discussing population control policies and their long-term impact on society is the People’s Republic of China. While the former Soviet Union,…

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SCIENCE

Discuss five devices that are under control of operating system. Discuss five functions of…

(Kindly post each question separately). Functions of operating system are: Booting up the computer: is the process of starting the computer. Management of attached devices, such as printer,…

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BUSINESS

Suppose the Jamaican inflation rate falls while the inflation rate in other Caribbean countries…

If Jamaica’s inflation rate falls while the rates in other Caribbean countries remain constant, Jamaica’s balance of payments will (all other things being equal) improve. In other words,…

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THE ADVENTURE OF THE SPECKLED BAND

What happens at the end of “The Adventure of the Speckled Band?”

After examining Helen Stoner’s bedroom, Sherlock Holmes has concluded that Dr. Roylott is sending a snake through their communicating ventilator. He tells Watson later: My attention was speedily…

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SCIENCE

Does iodine dissolve in ethanol?

Iodine, which has the form , is soluble in ethanol. It doesn’t dissolve as well in water because iodine is non-polar and water is very polar. Ethanol is polar, but less so than water. Polar…

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BUSINESS

Should marketing be the first activity in starting a new business venture?

Once you have done enough brainstorming about your business idea and are confident that this will work and have prepared a business plan, marketing is the next step (and hence not the first step…

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THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

What, according to Franklin, is the purpose of ‘The Autobiography’?

From the beginning of Part One of Franklin’s Autobiography, he makes his purpose quite explicit. Opening with a letter addressed “Dear Son,” Franklin pontificates: were it offer’d to my Choice, I…

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THE LUMBER ROOM

Why were each of the characters silent during evening tea?

At the beginning of the story, we are told that the children will have a day at Jagborough Beach. We can probably imagine any child’s excitement at the prospect of such an outing. However, the…

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SCIENCE

An astronomer has found two stars (star A and star B) that appear to be the same brightness in…

The brightness of a star is inversely proportional to the square of the distance between the star and earth. i.e., where, B is the brightness of star and d is the distance from…

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MATH

2 x (3×7)=(2×3) x 7. 6+3=3+6. 7×2=2×7. 18×1=18. 26-(9-7) doesn’t equal (26-9)-7. The…

Hello! The properties, or laws, that can be applied here, are ( denote any integer, real or complex numbers): 1a) The Commutative Law of Addition: 1b) The Commutative Law of…

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LITERATURE

What is a summary and analysis of the poem “The Dream” by John Donne?

This is one of those poems that Donne wrote before he turned religious. It’s goal is seduction. In short, the woman he is dreaming about awakens him. He tries to seduce her, but she refuses. He…

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IN OUR TIME

How can I write an argumentative thesis statement for In Our Time by Ernest Hemingway and…

I am happy to help with your thesis statements for these two novels (and add a few ideas on body paragraphs as well). First, let us discuss what an argumentative essay assignment is asking for, and…

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RAYMOND’S RUN

What is a brief character sketch of Squeaky in “Raymond’s Run”?

Squeaky is the kind of girl who nobody can dislike. She’s got a lot of admirable qualities. First of all, she is a perfect sister. Sensitive, caring and protective, she never leaves her mentally…

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MACBETH

Does Macbeth show any remorse or guilt?

Macbeth shows considerable remorse and guilt after murdering King Duncan. His first expression of remorse occurs in a soliloquy right after the King’s body is discovered by Macduff. Had I but…

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SCIENCE

If I had a mysterious substance in the garage stored in its original container, but everything is…

First of all, you should be very careful, make sure there’s adequate ventilation and wear nitrile glove and chemical splash goggles when doing anything with household chemicals. Lye, which is…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

In Chapters 11 & 12 of Lord of the Flies, after Jack and Ralph fight on Castle Rock, what…

At the end of Chapter 10, Jack and his crew steal Piggy’s glasses. In Chapter 11, Ralph, Piggy, and Samneric go to Castle Rock to get the glasses back. Ralph and Jack get into a fight. Jack’s tribe…

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PYGMALION

What factors influenced George Bernad Shaw’s Pygmalion?

Pygmalion, Shaw’s play about an impoverished East End flower seller who passes as an aristocrat after she is coached by the rich and highly insensitive Henry Higgins, find its roots in Shaw’s…

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MACBETH

What is the role of the witches in Macbeth?

The witches in Macbeth are crucial to the plot in that they provide the often nebulous predictions of Macbeth and Banquo’s futures (or fortunes). They tell Macbeth that he is Thane of Cawdor, Thane…

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THE LOTTERY

In the story “The Lottery” were you surprised by the ending of the story? If not, at what point…

Upon a first read, the ending of “The Lottery,” by Shirley Jackson can be quite surprising; however, after looking at it through an analytical lens, it becomes clear that Jackson uses…

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THE BRONZE BOW

In the early chapters of The Bronze Bow, what quotes show that Daniel believed Rosh was his…

In chapters 1 – 4 of The Bronze Bow, Daniel lives on the mountain and is part of Rosh’s band. It is clear from statements he makes to Joel, Samson, and Simon and from the thoughts that he thinks…

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LAW AND POLITICS

From their point of view, why shouldn’t ex-convicts be given a second chance?

There are two sides to this question, and people tend to have strong feelings no matter which side they are on. I will present one side, which is my own opinion on the matter, along with the other…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

Why did the kids go to the black church with Calpurnia?

In Chapter 12, Calpurnia takes Jem and Scout to First Purchase African M.E. Church because Atticus has left for Montgomery, Alabama for two weeks. Atticus was called into an emergency session for…

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A JURY OF HER PEERS

In “A Jury of Her Peers,” what were Mr. Hale and his son taking into town the day they discovered…

On the day that Mr. Hale discovered the murder of Mr. Wright, he and his son had departed early in the morning with a load of potatoes, but they never completed the trip. As the farmer and his son…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

How can I create a good introduction to my essay answering “Which characters in To Kill a…

First, we should address what makes a good introduction. A good introduction has a thesis and what I call a road map. A thesis is the main point of your paper, and the road map is a small preview…

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THE CATCHER IN THE RYE

Give examples of circumstances for Holden that might be different if more people had reached out…

Holden Caulfield in The Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger is an iconic angst-ridden young teenage male. He has great difficulty in adjusting to the requirements of school life, and although…

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THE CATCHER IN THE RYE

Besides Allie, who has Holden “Lost”? How do these losses affect him?

Besides Allie, Holden has lost Jane and Mr. Antolini; also, in a different sense, he has lost James Castle. The loss of these people leaves Holden ill-equipped to handle conflicts and the…

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THE LISTENERS

Why do poets leave their poems with so many unanswered questions? For example, “The Listeners”…

I feel for you on this question. I really don’t like it when movies or books leave endings open to interpretation. I just want to be told specifically what happens. Perhaps that means I’m not very…

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SCIENCE

How do ocean currents affect weather and climate?

Ocean currents affect weather and climate by means of ocean heat and salinity; by means of ocean water evaporation; by means of ocean current systems. It is conversely true that wind from the…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

What are 5 questions to ask about Lord of Flies chapter 6?

Why didn’t Sam and Eric see the dead parachutist descend from the air battle that night? — They had both fallen asleep. If the parachutist is dead, how is it possible for him to raise and lower…

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AND THE BAND PLAYED ON

Provide a short introduction to And the Band Played On.

Randy Shilts is a journalist who died from AIDS-related complications in 1994, and his 1987 book And The Band Played On: Politics, People and the AIDS Epidemic goes a long way to exposing the…

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LITERATURE

I need to write an essay that answers the question, “What do proficient readers do?” In addition…

I am unsure what an SSR text is, but I can certainly give you some guidance on writing an essay on this subject. You will, of course, need to do some research to support your ideas in your essay….

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FAREWELL TO MANZANAR

Why are collaborators or informers often objects of hatred and fear?

Using the novel, Farewell to Manzanar, collaborators or informers are objects of hatred and fear for good reasons. In World War II, informers turned in their neighbors for simple things and as a…

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FAHRENHEIT 451

What are three effects of the old woman burning with her books in Fahrenheit 451?

First, this incident tells the reader something about the world that Montag lives in. Up to this point in the story, we’re told that firemen burn books and imprison their owners. When they first…

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LAW AND POLITICS

Is the death penalty, in all cases, a violation of the 8th Amendment? Please support your…

It is hard to use any Supreme Court cases to argue that the death penalty is cruel and unusual punishment under the 8th Amendment. If there were cases in which the Court had ruled in this way, the…

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THE GIVER

In The Giver, what happens when Jonas tries to transmit a memory to Lily?

Jonas is unable to transmit the memory to Lily. Jonas’s rules tell him that he cannot discuss his training with anyone, and that of course means that he should not be transmitting memories…

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REFERENCE

In the movie The Village by M. Night Shyamalan, what ideas and impressions does this shot suggest… 1 image

The shot from the movie The Village by M. Night Shyamalan gives a strong impression. The red flowers are dangerous as they bring the “creatures” which is taught to everyone in the village. Being in…

FRANKENSTEIN

What does Robert Walton tell us about himself in Frankenstein?

We get to know a lot about Robert Walton via his letters to his sister. Although he is not speaking directly to the reader, we understand much about him via this method. He likes to write…

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WILLIAM BUTLER YEATS

I need help comparing and contrasting the two poems “When You Are Old” and “Do not go gentle into…

A) The following are some ideas on a comparison of “When You Are Old” (by William Butler Yeats) and “Do not go gentle into that good night” (by Dylan Thomas): 1. Both poems employ end…

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THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

Who is the main character from The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe?

Unlike many other stories, Lewis’ The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe does not have just one single main character. In fact, it has multiple. At the beginning of the story, we meet the Pevensie…

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LITERATURE

Who do you think came knocking at the poet’s small door, in the poem Some One, by Walter de la…

I believe that it was the poet’s imagination that came knocking at the small door, in the poem “Some one”, by English poet, Walter de la Mare. No one is at the door when he opens it and it is…

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MACBETH

In Macbeth, what are some examples of characters who put on false appearances to gain power…

There are many examples of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth overtly lying and cheating to gain power in Macbeth. While these characters demonstrate the most extreme deception in the play, there are other…

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SCIENCE

What is the scientific term for rumbling in the stomach?

Let us first review some fundamental digestive anatomy associated with this question. Please refer to the provided link. The gastrointestinal anatomy can be thought of as a tube within a tube…

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FAHRENHEIT 451

What happens in the first twenty pages of Part II of Fahrenheit 451?

Part II, The Sieve and the Sand, begins with Montag and Millie reading (although it’s really just Montag reading aloud while Millie complains). It’s set on a rainy afternoon in November. Montag is…

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SCIENCE

Explain how igneous rocks are part of the rock cycle. In your explanation, be sure to include: ….

In the rock cycle, most rock starts as igneous rock. The word igneous comes from the word “igni-“, which means fire. Hot melted material from the earths mantle comes to the surface of the earths…

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LITERATURE

How does an author gain the interest of a reader?

An author gains the interest of a reader with what’s known as a “hook.” The hook is usually something interesting, like a startling fact or a poignant quote. For example, the opening line of…

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FREAK THE MIGHTY

What does Max think about Freak when they first meet in front of the duplex in Freak the Mighty?

Max’s first impression of Kevin when he moves in next door is that he is pretty sure Kevin wants him to die! Max has vague memories of Kevin from day care. Then, Kevin was known as the robot boy…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

In what is Scout optimistic in Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird?”

Scout is one of the chief characters in Harper Lee’s “To Kill A Mockingbird”. She possesses an unusual sense of optimism, which is a tendency to see the bright side of things, instead of…

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SCIENCE

What does density depend on?

Density (d) depends upon the mass (m) and volume (v) of a substance. The mass depends upon the amount of matter in a substance, whereas volume is the amount of space that a substance takes up….

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THROUGH THE TUNNEL

Discuss the expected societal norms for Jerry.

The early descriptions of Jerry’s feelings about his mother help us to understand what society’s expectations would be. Twice, he is described as feeling a sense of “contrition” in his…