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- THE ENGLISH PATIENT
What would you say, characterizes the construction of The English Patient?
What is so fascinating about the structure of this novel is the way that the perspective and the narrative captures the points of view of many characters and is non-linear. The story is made up of…
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- SPEAK
What is the symbolism of the tree throughout Speak?
The tree symbolizes Melinda throughout Speak, especially her development and her stages of grief. When Melinda first chooses the tree from her art teacher’s globe, she is stumped. It seems like…
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- JULIUS CAESAR
What act is this Shakespearian quote from? “Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears. I…
This quote comes from Act III, scene ii of William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar. This is the beginning of Marc Antony’s funeral speech. Brutus has just delivered his short, logical funeral speech….
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- THE ENGLISH PATIENT
Does Caravaggio have any angry feelings for the English Patient, because he believes he is partly…
Certainly, Caravaggio possesses a great deal of anger about his condition. His capture, the revealing of his identity, and the overall state of his life as a result of the war fills his heart and…
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- MATH
How do I solve for a variable when it is on both sides like: 5y + 3 = 4y -1?
You can add, subtract, multiply, divide, or perform any other mathematical opperation to both sides of the equation. So this includes adding or subtracting by the variable itself. So to solve your…
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- MY BROTHER SAM IS DEAD
Why does Tim at some points feel the war is not real?
There is a point in the story when the war had not yet changed anything for Tim. He was still continuing life as usual. The only changes were stories about a war in the newspaper and…
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- SOCIAL SCIENCES
What are the major subcultures in New Orleans?
The history of New Orleans reflects is converging of different historical traditions into one city. One representation of identity that is present is the African- American culture. Being a center…
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- LITERATURE
“Writing is always under erasure.” Discuss this statement with reference to the premises of…
I like the implications presented by the original question and the previous post. The idea that Derrida might be driving at is that language is imprecise, like sticking a hand in a pot of honey…
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- EVERYDAY USE
What’s a good summary for “Everyday Use” by Alice Walker?
Through the use of a quilt, symbolic of the connecting pieces of one’s roots and one’s past, Alice Walker writes a story that provides the reader with the conflicting ideas about identity and…
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- THE CASK OF AMONTILLADO
Who (if anyone) is the narrator (Montresor) talking to at the end of “The Cask of Amontillado”?
There are several possible answers to this. Some argue that he is writing his confession, rather than speaking it, and that it is addressed to whomever finds it. In this case, Montresor would not…
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- THE CASK OF AMONTILLADO
Why does Montresor wait so long to tell everyone what he has done to Fortunato?”The Cask of…
In “The Cask of Amontillado,” there is a perverse pride that Montesor takes in his revenge and its methodology. In fact, the motivation for Montesor’s narrative is to relate how cleverly he has…
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- FAHRENHEIT 451
In “Fahrenheit 451”, how do specific instances in the plot aid or harm the main character?Guys…
In answering this question, you might have to go through several stages. The first would be that you should be able to identify the primary motivation of Montag. What does he want? What does he…
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- ROMEO AND JULIET
What are your thoughts about Lord Capulet’s behavior towards Juliet?Act IV of “Romeo and Juliet”
In “Romeo and Juliet,” Lord Capulet’s behavior is inconsistent at best. In the streets of Verona he is as impetuous as the youths, calling for a sword to run through his enemy Lord Montague at the…
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- A SEPARATE PEACE
What is the plot in the book “The Separate Peace”?Plot Structure First is the Conflict: A…
Well, the best way to answer this question is to read the book. I think you’ll find some unexpected revelations as you read. But I’ll help you get started. The conflict centers around two friends…
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- HISTORY
Why was the Declaration of Independence written?
The Declaration of Independence was written in order to clarify and justify the actions of The Second Continental Congress, which was to assume the powers of an offical government. The colonists’…
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- HISTORY
Why was the Berlin wall built?Please cite your sources.
In August of 1961 the Berlin Wall was constructed to keep the East Berliners from escaping the Soviet Occupation Zone and going into West Germany which was occupied by other Germans as well as…
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- HISTORY
Why was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?Please cite your sources
Once the delegates at the Constitutional Convention agreed on the need to compose a Constitution, problems began to arise. Northern and Southern states disagreed about the nature and presence of…
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- HISTORY
Why was andrew johnson impeached?Please cite your sources.
Andrew Johnson and Congress were having a power struggle over the different Reconstruction Acts and differing viewpoints of the south post-Civil War. Johnson being from the south, was in favor of…
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- HISTORY
Why was the Great Wall of China built? Who built it?Please cite your sources.
The Great Wall of China is said to have sprung from the Spring and Autumn Periods, when seven powerful states emerged at the same time. In order to defend themselves, they all built walls and…
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- COLD MOUNTAIN
In Cold Mountain, what does the Cherokee woman’s story about the Shining Rocks mean to Inman?
It is important to note that Inman shares this story with Ada, retelling it as he himself heard it, in what they think will be their last meeting before Inman goes off to war. The Shining Rocks…
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- REFERENCE
In what ways can the media be helpful to people?In what ways can the media be helpful to people?
There are many different ways in which the media can be a helpful tool. The media’s overall purpose is to inform. When it is doing its job, the media brings individuals important information about…
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- A WORN PATH
Why do you think the hunter is in the story? The lady on the street? The nurse?
During the story, Phoenix interacts with each of these three characters, all of whom are white. Through these incidents, the racial elements in the story are developed. However, each time Phoenix…
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- A SEPARATE PEACE
List the important events that happened to Finny and Gene in A Separate Peace by John Knowles.
The first really significant event is Finny’s breaking the school swimming record and demanding to keep it a secret between Gene and himself. Then Gene, in an act of blind malice born of his own…
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- HEALTH
What medical conditions are women from India predisposed to?
Women from India are predisposed to certain anemias due to diet and culture. Many women are vegetarians, and therefore they are generally lacking enough iron in their diets. This can lead to…
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- EVERYDAY USE
In “Everyday Use” would you agree with the narrator’s decision to give the quilts to Maggie…
Yes, I agree with the narrator’s decision to give the quilt to Maggie over Dee. Maggie is often overlooked and under appreciated by her mother because Dee has an exciting and adventurous…
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- THE MONKEY’S PAW
In the story “The Monkeys Paw”, what are the literature themes?Such as internal and external…
internal conflict-Mr. White debating with himself as to whether he wanted to make that first wish. Mr. White’s reluctance to wish his son back; external conflict-Mr. White wants Sgt. Major to give…
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- LAW AND POLITICS
How long does it take to transfer medical records from one medical facility to another using a…
HIPAA or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act is chiefly concerned with the privacy of medical records. All individuals have a right to keep their medical information private….
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- 1984
In “Politics and the English Language” George Orwell wrote “Political language is designed to…
One of the things that Orwell pointed out in his essay was the fact that political langauge is bombastic and over the top and that it is also used to create a situation where there is one right and…
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- ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST
In a novel or other dramatic work of fiction or narrative, the rising action refers to the series of events and behaviors that lead toward a climax. Also this action functions alongside the…
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- OF MICE AND MEN
How does Lennie react to the setting?I am a little confused by the way Lennie reacts to it all….
Lennie reacts poorly to his surroundings for many different reasons. To begin with, Lennie is mentally disabled. They never specify what has happened to him or if he has always been this way, but…
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- A TALE OF TWO CITIES
How relevant is the theme in this story to our world today?As Dickens highlights a particular…
One particular theme that is brought out in Dickens’ with modern relevancy is the idea of authenticity of political regimes. The Revolutionay period in France and the leaders of it, such as Madame…
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- SOPHIE’S CHOICE
Discuss the idea of Sophie’s Choice and The Reader showing us that the holocaust was not black…
Both works evoke a great deal of complexity within the Holocaust through the narratives of the protagonists. On first glance, Hanna’s story seems straight forward: A Nazi guard who was…
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- SOPHIE’S CHOICE
In Sophie’s Choice, should we feel empathy/sympathy for Sophie? Why?
Indeed, Sophie is a complex character. There are many statements, actions, and representations that make her very unlikable. She does carry herself in a manner both during and after her…
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- THE GREAT GATSBY
In Chapter 8 of The Great Gatsby, how does Fitzgerald foreshadow George Wilson’s plan?
Fitzgerald provides numerous examples of foreshadowing in Chapter 8 which make it obvious to the reader that George Wilson is going to kill Gatsby. 1. After Myrtle’s death, George’s frame of mind…
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- SONNET 130
What is the summary of Shakespeare’s sonnet 130?
This sonnet is about loving someone in spite of their shortcomings. Bill spends the majority of the poem talking about his loves flaws. He compares her lips to coral rather than something lovely…
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- LAW AND POLITICS
What are the arguments behind why prostitution should not be legalized?
One reason it is argued that prostitution should not be legal in the United States could be posited on the grounds of human trafficking. If prostitution is made legal, the justice system would…
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- THE LOTTERY
the lottery The lottery was a very interesting movie and it took me some time to understand, but…
I don’t know if I agree with you. The lottery in the story is a tradition that the community willingly participates in despite the younger community members speaking of towns who have ceased with…
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- JULIUS CAESAR
Why was the conspiracy to assasssinate Julius Caesar hatched?
There are a variety of answers to your question. When Cassius is persuasding Brutus to join his cause against Caesar, Cassius tells Brutus that Caesar is no better than any other man–so why…
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- RICHARD III
How is Richard III’s character developed throughout the play, referring to specific incidents and…
Review the teacher’s prompt – does your teacher want you to explain how Gloucester / Richard III develops as a character, a leader, or to explain how his “character”, his personhood, develops? This…
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- RICHARD III
What is the importance of Richard III to Shakespeare’s portrayal of him in Richard III?
Though Richard III is one of Shakespeare’s most well-known history plays, the history of Richard III’s reign, as well as the depiction of his character plays a very pointed role in the Bard’s…
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- SOCIAL SCIENCES
Give examples and how America dominated the united security council after the collapse of the…
Well, I don’t exactly think this is true, as China was not a very willing UN partner with us, and France is often at odds with us on the UN Security Council. But if I was looking to prove this…
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- THE LOVELY BONES
Is it surprising that in Susie’s inward, person version of the hereafter, there is no God or…
In my opinion, it is not surprising that Susie’s Heaven does not include a Supreme Being. I attribute this fact to the knowledge that Susie is unable or unprepared to view the “big picture” of…
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- SCIENCE
Could you give me an explanation of nursing readiness tests?
Nursing readiness tests, whether in the U.S. or in B.C., Canada, test the same preparatory skills of Diagnostic Readiness, Comprehensive Nursing, and Critical Thinking. Studying for the exam can be…
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- A ROSE FOR EMILY
In the sample essay outline, could I use the outline including its thesis and conclusion as my…
If every word is your own, you will be fine. Make sure that you use the outlines for inspiration, do not copy them exactly. Use your own words, and make sure your own understanding of the text…
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- HISTORY
Are we heading for world war three?and if so what do you think can stop it from happening.?
World War III is inevitable. It is foretold in many prophecies, including but not limited to, the Bible. As long as there are people, there will be greed, efforts to increase power, and…
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- 1984
What is the main moral reconciliation in 1984?I’m having a little trouble starting what i want to…
The main moral reconciliation in 1984 is at the end after Winston has been conditioned to view Big Brother as God. A moral reconciliation is when a character develops a new perspective on God or…
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- EDGAR ALLAN POE
What is the name of the military academy that Edgar Allan Poe attended?
The father of the modern horror short story as well as modern detective short fiction, Edgar Allan Poe attended the West Point Military Academy for a short time after previously serving in the…
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- SLAUGHTERHOUSE-FIVE
Is Vonnegut unconcerned with character development? Please explain using the characters Edward…
I think the issue might better be approached by looking at Vonnegut’s intentions, and asking whether the work is successful in what it sets out to do. To suggest Vonnegut is unconcerned with…
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- LAW AND POLITICS
What must we, as individuals, sacrifice to facilitate public order? Do we ever give up too much…
The concept of public order as a function of individual sacrificing is erroneous. Public order is maintained when individuals are able to exercise rights. This is the concept of freedom. One has…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
Is Piggy a static character in Lord of the Flies? Please list examples.list examples of why u…
Piggy is a static character. Unlike a dynamic character who grows and changes throughout the course of a novel, Piggy is unchanging, boring, whiny, and irritating. Piggy never changes. He…