What was the meaning of the French motto “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity, or Death”
- BUSINESS
Discus the interrelationship of different business functions and how it helps to enhance business…
Given that the business environment of the 21st century is defined by rapid changes and innovation, it is essential for any organization, regardless of size, to create interrelationships between…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
How does Harper Lee show her view of Maycomb through Jem and Scout’s relationship?
Jem is four years older than Scout. At the beginning of the book she is just five years old and he is nine. Not only is Jem her big brother, but they are really best friends in many ways. They are…
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- SYLVIA PLATH
Critically analyze the uniqueness of Sylvia Plath in the poems “Mirror” and “Morning Song.”
In the poems “Mirror” and “Morning Song,” the most obvious sign of Sylvia Plath’s uniqueness is found in her nearly uncomfortable level of honesty in portraying the inner life of a woman. “Mirror”…
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- THE CANTERVILLE GHOST
What is the history behind the bloodstain, and why did the ghost take great efforts to repair it?
In Chapter One of “The Canterville Ghost,” Mrs Umney informs the Otis family of the history of the famous bloodstain. It is the blood of Lady Eleanore de Canterville, who was murdered on “that very…
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- HARLEM RENAISSANCE
I need an overview of the genesis and development of the Harlem Renaissance.
The Harlem Renaissance was a movement in African-American culture and the arts that happened in the period between the first and second world wars, roughly from 1919 to 1935. It is named after…
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- A POISON TREE
What is a figure of speech in the poem “A Poison Tree” by William Blake?
The poem uses a metaphor to compare anger to a tree. A figure of speech is the use of language that is not literal. In the case of this poem, the entire poem is figurative. The poem compares a…
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- MARK TWAIN
Samuel Clemens chose his pen name based on his love for river life. What was the river that he…
Samuel Clemens was born in Missouri, and he grew up in the town of Hannibal on the Mississippi River. He got a job on one of the many steamboats that plied the river during the antebellum period,…
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- THE GREAT GATSBY
How does James Gatz’s mask of Jay Gatsby backfire?
Gatz’s mask of Gatsby backfires because he can never quite pull it off. In other words, the mask keeps slipping. Nick sees through him, Owl Eyes sees through him and so does Tom Buchanan. Nick…
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- ROMEO AND JULIET
What does Romeo mean by the line “I am not a pilot” in Romeo and Juliet?
Romeo is comparing himself to the pilot of a ship. Juliet asks Romeo how he found her, and he explains that he found her by love. He explains that even though he is not a pilot, he would find her…
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- 1984
Throughout the novel, Winston makes numerous remarks about his impending death. Why do you think…
Winston has a strong fatalistic streak, which we could also understand as realistic streak: he is smart enough to understand that the Party can tolerate no deviance. From the start of the novel,…
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- THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM
Who were the narrator’s tormentors?
Edgar Allan Poe’s short horror story “The Pit and the Pendulum” begins with the narrator being sentenced to death. In the first paragraph, we only know that the ones who pass sentence on him have…
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- FLANNERY O’CONNOR
In Flannery O’Connor’s “A Good Man is Hard to Find,” what are the most interesting literary…
In this story, O’Connor, a Roman Catholic, conveys the message that rampant evil exists in the world, but that even the most flawed of us can find God’s grace in the midst of it. Several literary…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
In what chapter does Aunt Alexandra show racism towards Calpurnia?
Aunt Alexandra discriminates against Calpurnia in Chapters 13 and 14. In Chapter 13 Aunt Alexandra arrives in Maycomb to take care of the children through the long, hot summer, declaring “What Is…
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- THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PAJAMAS
What are examples of friendship in The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne?
Some of the best examples of friendship in The Boy in the Striped Pajamas is seen between Bruno and Shmuel. Boyne offers some very heartfelt examples of friendship in the relationship between…
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- THE LOTTERY
What is the size of the village in “The Lottery”?
The village has about three hundred people. All of the villages in the region seem to have a lottery like the one described in this story. We are told that in some villages the lottery takes more…
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- SCIENCE
The process that produces energy for the body to use is called cellular respiration. ATP the energy source used by cells. ATP stands for adenosine triphosphate. ATP is produced during cellular…
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- PARADISE OF THE BLIND
In Paradise of the Blind by Duong Thu Huong, what are the dominant religious beliefs of the…
The dominant religious belief system in the novel is Confucianism. There are other religious belief systems mentioned in passing, but Confucianism has by far the largest effect on the characters of…
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- SCIENCE
What is the valency of sodium (Na)?
Valency is defined as the combining power of an element. The atoms of an element can combine by gaining or losing or sharing electrons. An easy way to determine the valency of an element is to…
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- THE GIVER
Why were Gabe’s eyes of such interest to Jonas in The Giver?
Gabe has the same pale eyes as Jonas. Jonas is attracted to Gabe’s eyes because they are light-colored, like his own. Almost no one else in the community has pale eyes. Sameness is crucial to…
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- SCIENCE
How can you determine the mass of an element present in a compound if you do not know the…
In order to solve this problem, you will also need to know the percent by mass of the other element in the compound. The percent by mass of the other element should be given in your question….
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- THE DESTRUCTORS
Discuss the morality of the boys in the Wormsley Common Gang.
At first glance it would seem that the boys in the gang are completely devoid of morality, especially Trevor. However, we learn as readers to consider outside factors when judging a person’s…
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- THE GIFT OF THE MAGI
Why do you think Della flops down on the couch and howls?
This is a graphic way of showing how Della is feeling. She is painfully distressed because she can’t afford to buy her husband Jim a nice present for Christmas. As O. Henry reiterates, she has only…
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- TUCK EVERLASTING
How will Winnie help the Tucks in Tuck Everlasting?
Winnie helps Mae escape from jail after accidentally killing the man in the yellow suit. The man in the yellow suit is obsessed with finding the spring that turned the Tuck family immortal. He…
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- THE PRINCE OF TIDES
What is the Bowen family structure and the Minuchin concept represented in The Prince of Tides by…
The Bowen family systems theory and the Minuchin conceptual model of structural family therapy are two models that examine dysfunctional youth and dysfunctional families as units in which influence…
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- THE TALE OF DESPEREAUX
What is the meaning of life for Despereaux?
I believe the meaning of life for Despereaux can be summarized in a phrase he says often to the Princess Pea: “I honor you.” His whole goal in life is to honor, as a courtly knight to his fair…
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- THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
In Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice, what is the reason for Antonio’s sadness?
The play opens with Antonio speaking of his sadness, and claiming he doesn’t know why he feels this way. He is with two friends, and when three other friends come along (Lorenzo, Gratiano, and…
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- THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
Dr. Balthazar is a lawyer, but why does Shylock call him noble judge?
Dr. Balthasar, also known as Portia in disguise, is a lawyer who has a doctorate degree in law. He is well-versed in the law because the letter from Bellario which is sent to validate him before…
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- THE LION AND THE JEWEL
How do the people of Ilujinle feel about Lakunle in “The Lion and the Jewel”?
Lakunle is the village school teacher who displays contempt for traditional ways of life. Lakunle values Western civilization and is a vocal advocate for modernization and progress. At the…
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- SCIENCE
What is the relationship between alveoli and pulmonary capillaries?
Pulmonary capillaries stem from the pulmonary artery. The pulmonary capillaries are tiny blood vessels that are found within the walls the alveoli of the lungs. Gas exchange occurs between the…
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- RIDERS TO THE SEA
What role does superstition play in Riders to the Sea?
The people of the Aran Islands live by the sea, and the power of the sea in their lives has become a supernatural power that God uses to both reward (in the form of bountiful fish harvests) and…
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- THE OUTCASTS OF POKER FLAT
What are examples of culture in “The Outcasts of Poker Flat”?
Culture can be defined as the total knowledge, experience, beliefs, values, and attitudes, of a group of people. Probably the best example of culture that I can think of in “The Outcasts of Poker…
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- REFERENCE
Is riding a dirt bike on pavement bad for the tires?
There are many different types of tires sold for dirt bikes. Some are designed for use on a mix of dirt and pavement while others are designed exclusively for use on dirt. In general, the…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
In Lord Of The Flies, which qualities make Jack a hero?
A hero is defined as someone who is admired or idealized for courage, exceptional achievements or noble qualities. The question is, does Jack meet any of the requirements to make him a hero? Let’s…
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- SCIENCE
What are interesting facts, examples, or data one can learn about stem cell research?
Stem cells are cells with different characteristics as compared to other cells in our body. They are able to divide and stay as stem cells or can become a different cell type. It is interesting to…
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- HISTORY
I am hoping to find someone that can take this quote and help me understand it better. The quote…
Although Woodrow Wilson was a Democrat, and although conservatives today think he was a terrible president, this quote goes perfectly with what conservatives or Republicans believe today. It is…
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- NIGHT
In the book Night, how do the prisoners manage to go on to run for miles, in deep snow?
The prisoners had prior information about their evacuation from Buna. It was winter, and the Russian army was advancing towards the camp. In the morning, on the day of their evacuation, the…
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- THE DEVIL IN THE WHITE CITY
What would be a good thesis statement about innovation, urbanization, and entrpreneurship in The…
Erik Larson spends a great deal of time in his book discussing the politics around building the Worlds Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893, and the obstacles Daniel Burnham had to overcome to…
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- HISTORY
Describe the 1911 Chinese revolution.
The 1911 revolution in China was an important one. It changed China’s system of government. As a result of this revolution, the Republic of China was created, as the Qing Dynasty was no longer in…
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- THE PEARL
Is news spreading quickly a positive or negative quality in The Pearl?
The drawback to the gossip is that the family is in danger because everyone wants the pearl. When we are told that a town is like a colonial animal, this is both a good and bad thing. People all…
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- THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PAJAMAS
Give an example of identity foreclosure for Bruno in The Boy in the Striped Pajamas.
According to psychoanalyst Erik Erikson, it is important for individuals to explore new ideas and values, challenge perspectives, and seek alternate views on life in order to develop one’s personal…
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- HISTORY
How was trench warfare conducted in World War l?
After the opening months of the German invasion of France through Belgium in the late summer of 1914, the western front settled into a bloody stalemate. Trench warfare was an integral part of the…
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- THE CRUCIBLE
Who is the cause of Proctor’s tragedy and why?
One could argue that Abigail Williams is to blame for John Proctor’s tragedy. It is she who accuses his wife, Elizabeth, an action that prompts him to bring Mary Warren to the court to tell the…
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- SOCIAL SCIENCES
Why do some stories of human suffering not draw attention from the media, while others attract…
Some stories of human suffering draw more attention because there are some ways of suffering that are deemed more acceptable than others. Though it is generally agreed that suffering is an…
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- RELIGION
What is meant by “Sin is lurking at the door; its desire is for you, but you must master…
What is meant by “Sin is lurking at the door; its desire is for you, but you must master it” in Gen. 4:7 is that temptation is always before us to lure us into breaking God’s Laws, which is…
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- LAMB TO THE SLAUGHTER
What do we learn very early in “A Lamb to Slaughter” about Mary Maloney?
The reader learns several things about Mary Maloney in the early parts of the story. If you are referring to something very concrete about her that the reader learns, then I believe the most…
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- PARADISE OF THE BLIND
How was your understanding of the cultural and contextual dimensions of the text developed…
In the novel, much of the dialogue and text focuses on food. In Vietnamese and other eastern cultures, food is often an expression of acceptance, benevolence, or love. Alternatively, it can also be…
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- THE MOST DANGEROUS GAME
Was Rainsford in the army in “The Most Dangerous Game”?
General Zaroff was in the army, but so was Rainsford. Zaroff is fully aware that Rainsford was in the army. Almost every man his age would have fought in World War I. When Zaroff is explaining…
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- FAHRENHEIT 451
In Fahrenheit 451, how does the hound react to Montag?
The mechanical hound targets Montag, as if it were suspicious of him. Montag does not like the mechanical hound. He finds it positively creepy. The mechanical hound is a robot that seems neither…
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- THE GUEST
What crime has the Arab committed?
In “The Guest,” the Arab has murdered his cousin. Though the details of this crime are sketchy, Balducci states that the Arab killed his cousin as a result of a “family squabble” in which one man…
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- HISTORY
What was the meaning of the French motto “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity, or Death” during the…
The motto “Liberté, Equalité, Fraternité”, was originally intended to unite and inspire revolutionaries. The three ideals: freedom, equality and brotherhood were the foundation of the ‘new…
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