What is a good way to describe the Cold War?

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

Darrell is the owner of a furniture store. Last year, his total revenue was $525,000 and his…

The key to understanding this question is knowing the definition of accounting profit. If you know what this term means, you will know that one of the numbers in this question is irrelevant and is…

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LITERATURE

What can we learn from titles of stories? What do titles tell us? Can titles be used as a sort of…

Titles can tell is a great deal about the story and we can learn a lot from them. Titles of stories can be thought of as the window to the soul of the story. Often, the title of a story is also a…

THE COLD EQUATIONS

How does one summarize the main events in Tom Godwin’s short story “The Cold Equations” in one…

To summarize any work of fiction, in either a paragraph or more, start by identifying in the opening sentence the title of the work, the author, and the central characters. A sample opening…

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SCIENCE

According to the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, if the position of a moving particle is known,…

Heisenberg’s Uncertainty principle states that both the location (or position) and momentum of a particle can not be simultaneously ascertained accurately. The more accurately we try to measure one…

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THE CANTERBURY TALES

Why is there a prioress in The Canterbury Tales? What is the importance of this character in the…

The Prioress is important to The Canterbury Tales because she is one of the only devout people on the pilgrimage, one of the only people actually going on the pilgrimage to worship. Though…

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OF MICE AND MEN

Name four important events from Chapter 4 in the novel, Of Mice and Men.

Chapter 4 is the climax of John Steinbeck’s novella Of Mice and Men. In this chapter, the brutality of Lennie’s strength is finally revealed as he kills both the puppy he had longed for and…

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

How might you use the Von Restorff Effect to your advantage while studying for an exam? Explain.

The von Restorff Effect describes the process where humans better remember things which are distinctive compared to those with a high degree of similarity. Hedwig von Restorff conducted a series of…

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SCIENCE

Which stations signal has waves with higher energy? 90.5 MHz or 107.1 MHz

Hertz are a measure of frequency, simply phrased in a way that makes a little more sense for the average user. Hertz describes cycles per second. Megahertz (MHZ) is just hertz with the “mega”…

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TO THE LIGHTHOUSE

In To the Lighthouse, what is the role of the beach and narrative setting in relation to the main…

To the Lighthouse, which Virginia Woolf published in 1927, takes place on the Isle of Skye, the northernmost island in the Inner Hebrides in Scotland. The setting is, however, generally considered…

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MACBETH

Does Shakespeare use Lady Macbeth’s descent into madness in Act 5, Scene 1 for a broader purpose?

Macbeth is an examination of human nature and human character. One of the central aspects of the play is related to the importance of having a clear conscience. Lady Macbeth’s descent into madness…

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SCIENCE

A rock dropped from a window in a tall building hits the ground in 3 seconds. How far did it fall…

We can solve this by using kinematic equations and the background knowledge that the acceleration due to gravity on the surface of the earth is 9.8m/s We also have to assume that the rock is being…

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THE CANTERVILLE GHOST

Why did the Canterville ghost decide to wear the suit of armour?

In Chapter 3 of “The Canterville Ghost,” the ghost decides to wear a suit of armour and there are a number of reasons behind this choice. First of all, to put this scene into context, the ghost…

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OF MICE AND MEN

In Of Mice and Men, where does Curley’s wife look for someone to hang out with?

Curley’s wife looks to hang out with any of the farm hands in the bunkhouse and then with the men in the stables where Crooks lives. She does this under the guise of looking for her husband, but in…

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LES MISÉRABLES

What is a savoyard?

A Savoyard is the name for a person from the mountainous Savoy region of France. Savoyards were typically migrant workers because farming was not possible in the rocky, mountain soil. Many…

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HISTORY

What role does the Executive Branch play after a law has been passed by Congress and signed by…

Once a bill has been passed by Congress and signed by the President, it becomes a law. It is the job of the executive branch to ensure the provisions of the law are enacted or carried out. The…

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THE LAKE ISLE OF INNISFREE

What kind of world does the poet want to create and why?

The world the poet imagines is very simple and small and it would be located on the island of Innisfree in Ireland. It would have only one ‘cabin’ and the only inhabitant would be the poet himself….

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SCIENCE

A Ray strikes the plane of a mirror at an angle of 15 degrees. Find the angle of reflection.

When a light ray strikes a surface, it makes a certain angle with the surface. This angle is measured with reference to a normal drawn to the surface and is known as angle of incidence. This ray is…

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

Why is economic equity difficult to achieve in a free market economy?

Economic equity is very difficult to achieve in a free market economy because people naturally have different levels of ability and determination. In a free market economy, those differences end…

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HISTORY

When Douglas accuses Lincoln of favoring black citizenship, he makes it very clear that he is…

Abraham Lincoln was first and foremost a politician on this issue, which can make him difficult to pigeonhole due to varying degrees of the issue, be it slavery, equal rights for blacks, and/or…

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HISTORY

What was the involvement of Women in the 1916 Easter Uprising in Irish History?

On April 24, Easter Monday, 1916, a group of nationalists, aided by almost 2000 followers, rose up to fight for Irish independence. Although leaders of the rebellion were eventually executed by the…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

Why does Scout think Mayella is the “loneliest person in the world” in Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird?

Scout listened to Tom Robinson’s testimony. His telling of that fateful night showed his own compassion and sympathy toward Mayella Ewell. She was a young girl made to care for her many younger…

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THE TAMING OF THE SHREW

Was Petruchio a good example of a biblical husband?

It is difficult to define a good biblical husband because there are so many definitions of good husbands in the Bible. However, one can judge Petruchio based on Kate’s final monologue. Her long…

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THANK YOU, M’AM

“I have discovered in life that there are ways of getting almost anywhere you want to go, if you…

The quote that you cite in this question is related to Langston Hughes’s “Thank You Ma’m” because of the fact that Roger demonstrates its truth in the story. Over the course of this story,…

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HISTORY

Do you agree that the United States had a moral and humanitarian obligation to intervene in World…

Personally, I do not believe that the United States did have any such obligation. Furthermore, I do not believe that the US intervened in the war for moral or humanitarian reasons. In my view, the…

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BUSINESS

What is your assessment of the long-term attractiveness of the industries represented in Kraft…

According to BusinessDictionary, a business portfolio is, very simply, the products and services a business offers to the public. Industry attractiveness refers to the potential profits that may be…

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A CLEAN, WELL-LIGHTED PLACE

In the story “A Clean, Well-Lighted Place,” what is the significance of the conversation the…

In Ernest Hemingway’s “A Clean, Well-Lighted Place,” the primary conflict between retaining hope and the passage of time is played out as an old man sits in a cafe and two waiters discuss his…

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THE BET

What are the implications of the lawyer’s ultimate fate in “The Bet” by Anton Chekhov?

The solitary confinement has brought about a complete change in the lawyer. From a daring young man eager to make millions of rubles, he has changed into a middle-aged self-content ascetic whom…

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RELIGION

Name four different times Matthew recorded in his gospel that Jesus Christ was a king.

The Old Testament prophecies foretell of a Messiah that will come as a king. Matthew makes this connection throughout his book. Early in the narrative, in chapter two, verse two, Matthew refers to…

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HISTORY

What are the main reasons for growth in industrial towns in the first half the Eighteenth Century…

Urbanization occurs when people leave rural areas to move to urban centers. It is a demographic trend that happens when societies industrialize since factories are built in urban areas….

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MEASURE FOR MEASURE

Why are the characters in Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure problematic?

The simple answer to your question is that the characters in Measure for Measure are “problematic” because they are found within one of Shakespeare’s few “problem plays.” The term…

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HISTORY

To what three things did European knights swear loyalty?

When a young man had completed his training to become a knight, his new status was officially recognised in a Commendation Ceremony. The purpose of this ceremony was not only to publically…

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MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

What is the role of human resource management in the healthcare industry?

Human resource management plays a significant role in the health care industry, including hiring, determining compensation, mandating policies concerning employees, and determining compensation. As…

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THE OPEN WINDOW

In “The Open Window,” why does the niece stare in ”dazed horror”?

Vera, Miss Sappleton’s niece, has set Framton Nuttel up to believe that the three hunters returning towards the open window must be ghosts because she has made him believe that these men were…

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LITERATURE

How did Big Sixteen from Mary Calhoun’s book of the same name get his nickname?

Big Sixteen, by Mary Calhoun is a children’s book based on a very old tall tale. Calhoun used earlier versions written by Langston Hughes and Ana Bontemps to inform her own take on the story. The…

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A RETRIEVED REFORMATION

Why did Jimmy Valentine go to Mike Dolan soon after his release from the prison?

Mike Dolan owns a building in an unspecified small town. The building is not described in detail, but since it is a “small town,” the building itself must be small. It is probably a wooden building…

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SCIENCE

How does the Autism disorder affect behavior, speech, or motor skills?

Autism is a special disorder of the nervous system, specifically the development of the brain. It usually manifests itself early in a person’s development, causing problems in speech, social…

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SHOOTING AN ELEPHANT

Narrate the writer’s attitude towards imperialism and colonial people in “Shooting An Elephant.”

To answer this question, let’s first consider Orwell’s attitude towards imperialism. While he works as an colonial officer, as the sub-divisional police officer of Moulmein, Orwell finds no joy in…

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BUSINESS

Discusss the four key functions of management and their impact on business

Most authors recognize four key functions of management: planning, organizing, motivating, and controlling. Each of these management functions plays a key role in the success of a business. The…

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SCIENCE

what is the difference between eukaryotes and prokaryotes

Eukaryotes and prokaryotes are two classes of organisms, based on the number of cells in the organism and the makeup of the cells. Prokaryotes generally contain only one cell, or are “unicellular.”…

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LITERATURE

What is the connotation of “toads”?

Let’s quickly define the term “connotation”. A denotation is the actual dictionary or official definition of a word, but a connotation is the implied or cultural meaning that is associated with the…

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OZYMANDIAS

What is the summary of the poem “Ozymandias?”

The speaker recalls meeting a traveler from “an antique land.” This antique land is Egypt. Ozymandias is the Greek name for Ramses II, the most celebrated pharaoh of the ancient Egyptian empire….

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THE MOST DANGEROUS GAME

In Connell’s “The Most Dangerous Game,” Rainsford changes his entire philosophy about hunting….

This is a good question. In the beginning of the story, Rainsford gives his philosophy of life. There are hunters and huntees. He says to his friend these words: “Nonsense,” laughed Rainsford….

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BUSINESS

What are the disadvantages of immigration?

Immigration refers to the influx of foreign citizens into a country or region. People immigrate, typically, in search of better employment opportunities, better educational and learning facilities…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

Which boy in Chapter 7 of Lord Of The Flies assumes the role of a pig? Explain the significance…

The boy is Robert. This incident occurs immediately after the boys had returned from an unsuccessful hunt. They had left Piggy at the shelters with the littluns. Their endeavour was unsuccessful…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

What is the WPA and why won’t Mr.Cunningham work for it? What does this reveal about his character?

The Cunninghams are poor but they are too proud and self-respecting to take handouts. At Scout’s first day of school, Walter has no lunch and no money. Miss Caroline offers him a quarter for lunch…

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SCIENCE

The repeating pattern of a mineral’s particles forms a solid called a. . .

The repeating pattern of a mineral’s particles form a solid called a crystal. The particles of a crystal line up in a pattern that repeats. A crystal has flat sides and sharp edges and corners….

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A WHITE HERON

How does “A White Heron” by Sarah Orne Jewett illustrate a theme of nature vs. civilization?

“A White Heron” helps to explore the theme of nature vs. civilization through the relationship between Sylvia and the hunter, who represent these entities, respectively. Sylvia is very much aligned…

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WINTER DREAMS

How does Dexter feel when he plays golf with the “well-to-do” for the first time? How does…

In “Winter Dreams,” Dexter feels that he has taken a significant step towards achieving his American Dream when he plays golf with the well-to-do. Dexter notes the significance of playing golf with…

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HISTORY

During the Middle Ages did the Eastern Orthodox Church “rule over” the Western Church at any time…

The historical period known as the Middle Ages, more aptly called Late Antiquity, was a period of tradition and stability. While there were wars, conflicts was rarely between established nations…