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August 22, 2018 Educator

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

What is Dill’s goal in the novel To Kill a Mockingbird?

Dill’s goal in the novel is to basically fit in and find people he feels care about him. At the beginning of the novel when we first meet Dill, he brags and tells stories about adventures and…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

What is the significance of the setting in The Lord of the Flies? How does the island help to…

The novel is set on an uninhabited island, free from the taint of human occupation. As such, the island is uncorrupted and pure. It has survived and flourished without human intervention. The…

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WOMEN’S RIGHTS

How has the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution affected the government?

Ratified on August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America was the culmination of a long — the birth of the women’s suffrage movement was in 1848, but the…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

In Lord of the Flies, discuss the significance of the setting. How does the island help to convey…

The setting of the novel, Lord of the Flies, is significant because it allows the boys to be removed from the constraints of civilization. The boys were not displaced from their society and its…

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HISTORY

What are some adjectives that describe Julius Caesar?

Julius Caesar, who was born in Rome in 100 BC, is best known as a Roman general and statesman who helped establish the Roman Empire. Based on the details we know about Caesar’s life, some of the…

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HISTORY

What are some ideas for an informative speech on the Salem Witch Trials? I want to add…

The Salem Witch Trials of 1692 are one of the darkest periods in American colonial history but, as you say, still have an important social and cultural ramifications. Here are some points you might…

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SOCIAL SCIENCES

Which do you think is the best among sociological perspective?

The three major sociological perspectives are symbolic interactionism, functionalism, and conflict theory. Each perspective can be relevant in different contexts, depending on what social…

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GRAMMAR

What question would I ask myself in this sentence to find the complete subject?: Next week, Mr….

There are two methods to identifying the subject of a sentence is. One is in finding the subject first and the other involves finding the verb first. So, there are two questions that can be asked….

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HISTORY

What were the main stages of Hitler’s expansion?

There were several parts to Hitler’s plan for expansion. The first part was the rebuilding of the German military in the early 1930s. The military was rebuilt and soldiers were drafted. These…

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TANGERINE

Why is Paul willing to play second string on the soccer team?

Paul is willing to play second string on the Tangerine Middle School soccer team because he was completely barred from playing soccer at Lake Windsor Downs due to an unfair interpretation of his…

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ESSAY LAB

How do I write a persuasive essay on Lady Macbeth’s motivations?

To write a persuasive essay on Lady Macbeth’s motivations in the play Macbeth, you will need to start with a thesis statement that clearly posits her motivation for taking part in the murder of…

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ONCE UPON A TIME

In “Once Upon a Time,” why does Gordimer mention that the narrator’s house is located above a…

Nadine Gordimer uses the narrator’s explanation of why her house settles and makes creaking noises even when no intruder is present as a symbol and foreshadowing. Symbolically, the house sitting…

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THE GIFT OF THE MAGI

What’s a theme for ‘The Gift of the Magi’ by O. Henry?

There are many themes in the short story, “Gift of the Magi.” For example, love, sacrifice, and generosity are all important themes. However, if I had to pick the central theme and my favorite, I…

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SCIENCE

Pencils, paper, tables and chairs are all made of tiny moving particles. What stops these objects…

The items you listed are all made of mixtures of substances in the solid phase. The molecules of a solid aren’t flying around, they’re vibrating in place. The reason they’re not flying around is…

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THE IMMORTAL LIFE OF HENRIETTA LACKS

How can the story of Henrietta Lacks’ influence help us understand the role of the geriatric DNP?

The life experiences of two characters in Skloot’s The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks can help us understand more about the role of the geriatric DPN. Both Henrietta and her daughter are black…

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MATH

Suppose Bella has already saved $60 and earns $15 per hour for summer job. Her boyfriend Edward…

Hello! We don’t know how many hours they work a day, tberefore we can answer in terms of hours only. Also, i have to suppose that they work the same amount of hours. “The same amount of money” may…

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THE IMMORTAL LIFE OF HENRIETTA LACKS

What does the story of Henrietta Lacks contribute to our understanding of the relationship…

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot tells the story of the black woman with cervical cancer whose cells were the foundation of the HeLa cell line, which has been the foundation…

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THE IMMORTAL LIFE OF HENRIETTA LACKS

How can the story of Henrietta Lacks influence the way we think about global health and health…

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot as well as telling the story of the HeLa cell line also reflects on how cultural assumptions and circumstances affect the quality of medical…

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MACBETH

What is a potential response for an essay on the topic: How does power corrupt Macbeth?

The essay topic given to you has a number of different responses that one can give. The most robust response will discuss the corruption of a man one was given the chance to become powerful and…

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THE IMMORTAL LIFE OF HENRIETTA LACKS

What are some cultural competence and sensitivity issues related to using the title of “Dr.” as a…

The title of DNP reflects the level of training of advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), which goes far beyond that normally associated with master’s degrees. It signifies a level of…

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FREAK THE MIGHTY

What does Freak do and say when Max asks him why he calls his mother “fair Gwen of air”?

Max has known Kevin since day care days, but he is still shocked when Kevin and his mom move in next door. Max is even more shocked at how beautiful Kevin’s mom is–he says she is like a movie…

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THE LEAP

In “The Leap,” what happens to Harry on the day of the gale?

In “The Leap,” Harry Avalon is killed by a freak storm which strikes during the middle of his trapeze act. On that particular day, the performance began like any other: Harry and his wife, Anna,…

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL

What caused scrooge to feel sad for Fred when the Ghost of Christmas Past visits him?

We first see Fred, nephew of Scrooge, in Stave One, when he arrives at Scrooge’s work on Christmas Eve to invite his uncle to a Christmas party. Not being thrilled with the prospect of celebrating…

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL

In Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, how is Marley’s chain a symbol?

In Stave I of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, the reader is introduced to the character of Ebenezer Scrooge, a bitter, miserly figure whose priorities — business first, last, and always –…

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THERE WILL COME SOFT RAINS

What is the effect of the narrator in “There Will Come Soft Rains”?

The effect of the reportorial voice of the third-person narrator in Ray Bradbury’s “There Will Come Soft Rains” is one of a mere presentation of fact without any emotional elements. Thus, it is…

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HEALTH

How does the story of Henrietta Lacks relate to the role of a geriatric DNP?

The story of Henrietta Lacks serves those interested in becoming Doctor of Gerontological Nurse Practitioner as the foundation for working in the field as well as many of the ultimate goals of the…

OF MICE AND MEN

According to the dialogue in Chapter 1, where are Lennie and George going and why are they going…

John Steinbeck called Of Mice and Men “a playable novel.” He wrote it in such a way that it could be quickly and easily adapted into a stage play. He did this because he had an agreement to have…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

What is Mr. Tate’s story in Tom’s trial in To Kill a Mockingbird?

In Chapter 17, Mr. Heck Tate, the sheriff, has been called as the first witness in Tom Robinson’s trial. He is questioned by Mr. Horace Gilmer, the prosecuting attorney. Accordingly, he testifies…

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FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON

In “Flowers for Algernon” by Daniel Keyes, why does Charlie get a $25 dollar bonus?

As Charlie becomes smarter and smarter in “Flowers for Algernon” by Daniel Keyes, he learns to do things he could not do before. His intelligence quickly surpasses the men he works with and…

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HISTORY

How did Frederick Douglass help end slavery?

“This Fourth of July is yours, not mine. You may rejoice, I must mourn…” –Frederick Douglass Frederick Douglass, who was born a slave and escaped, was a relentless abolitionist. It would…

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SCIENCE

It’s 1:00 p.m. and cool and humid. The temperature is 60° but really sticky. What evidence can…

The cooler the air is, the less water vapor it can hold. There are two types of humidity used in weather conditions, absolute and relative humidity. Of these, the relative humidity is the one…

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MACBETH

Please respond with your thoughts on the following prompt in one paragraph. Imagine how you might…

Technically, there is no personal agency against fate. Oedipus figured this out the hard way. With Macbeth, though, there was no specific prediction of how he would become king (as opposed to…

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ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST

How is McMurphy portrayed in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest?

When we first meet McMurphy in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, the narrator, Chief Bromden, tells us that he is “no ordinary Admission” (Kesey 10). McMurphy, who counters figures of authority with…

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ROMEO AND JULIET

I’m writing an essay on the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet and I need some ideas on how to prove…

I agree with the previous answer. A good first step is to differentiate between love and infatuation. I also think it would be helpful to consult some online material on the topic. While it may…

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HISTORY

Why did colonists want to break away from Great Britain?

There were several reasons why the colonists wanted to break away from Great Britain. One reason is that the colonists believed that the British were violating their rights by requiring the…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

In Chapter 25 of the novel To Kill a Mockingbird, how does Jem show that he is becoming more…

In the beginning of Chapter 25, Scout is playing with a ‘roly-poly.’ Scout begins poking the small creature and decides that she will smash it. Just before Scout smashes the ‘roly-poly,’ Jem…

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THE OUTCASTS OF POKER FLAT

What has the secret committee of Poker Flat decided to do? Why?

In the third paragraph of the story, Bret Harte states, “A secret committee had determined to rid the town of all improper persons.” These “improper persons” include Mr. John Oakhurst, a gambler;…

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FAHRENHEIT 451

How does Beatty feel about himself and his position in Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451?

Captain Beatty is a very arrogant, prideful and self-righteous man. He takes his position as captain of the firemen very seriously, so he probably feels like he is a great guy. He agrees with the…

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JULIUS CAESAR

When does Brutus recognize his tragic flaw?

Brutus realized that he committed a mistake by participating in the assassination of Caesar when Caesar’s ghost appeared to him. He acknowledged this omen as a sign confirming his mistake and at…

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HISTORY

What are the names of the mountains on the Oregon trail? 1 image

The Oregon Trail, which spanned over 2,100 miles, crossed right through the Rocky Mountains. The Rocky Mountains are the largest mountain range in North America and presented one of the most…

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ANIMAL FARM

In Animal Farm, when the pigs think Napoleon is dying from drinking alcohol, what is his final…

Towards the end of Chapter VIII in Animal Farm, Napoleon and some of the other pigs get drunk. They are celebrating what they claim was their great victory in the Battle of the Windmill. They get…

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SPEAK

What are three significant settings in Speak and why are they important?

Setting is absolutely an important element in the novel Speak, as the different settings tell readers a lot about Melinda’s state of mind. One setting that is particularly revealing is Mr….

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SHOOTING AN ELEPHANT

What are cause and effect?

Cause and effect are most commonly used to describe correlations. Meaning two variables that occur congruently (think parallel lines). It is a way to describe the relationship between two…

CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE

What is Thoreau hinting at in “Civil Disobedience” when he says that the “remedy is worse than…

This phrase appears in the 16th paragraph of the essay: Unjust laws exist: shall we be content to obey them, or shall we endeavor to amend them, and obey them until we have succeeded, or shall we…

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HISTORY

In what ways did African Americans shape the course and consequences of the Civil War?

African Americans played an important role in the Civil War. At the very beginning of the war, African Americans weren’t allowed to fight for the North. However, that changed, and by 1862, 10% of…

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CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE

According to Thoreau, “Government is at best, but an expedient.” What does he mean by the word…

In “Civil Disobedience,” Thoreau says that “[g]overnment is at best but an expedient” to make the point the systems of government are only present as a convenience and not as a true body by which…

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ROMEO AND JULIET

Provide some examples of Juliet’s impetuousness as a tragic flaw in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.

Impetuousness is an adjective to describe a sudden or rash action. A person who is so described therefore does not carefully consider the consequences of such an action. The action is impulsive and…