When did Egypt create a professional army?
- SCIENCE
A boy pushes a concrete block with a force of 10 N the block moves 2 m in the direction of the…
Hello! When a constant force moves an object and this force has the same direction as the displacement of this object, then work is a product of the force’s magnitude and the object’s…
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- HISTORY
When did Egypt create a professional army?
Because the history of Egypt is so vast, the origin of a professional army is subject to debate. It makes the most sense to look at both the ancient and modern origins of Egypt’s professional…
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- THE SCARLET LETTER
I have to write an essay about human nature based on The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne….
The best part about The Scarlet Letter is that, like many of Hawthorne’s works, it presents us characters that are deeply flawed. There is no innocent victim (except for Pearl, who did not ask to…
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- THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM
What is the resolution of “The Pit and the Pendulum”?
Ultimately, the resolution is that the narrator did not die in the torture chamber. He started off by trying to create his own resolution: he covered the ropes that were tying him down with food so…
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- OF MICE AND MEN
In Of Mice and Men, how would Lennie’s death be a parallel to when Curley’s wife dies earlier in…
The title of this work, Of Mice and Men, comes from a poem by Scottish poet Robert Burns. The poem is called “To a Mouse” or the longer title “To a Mouse, on Turning Her Up in Her Nest, with the…
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- EVERYDAY USE
In “Everyday Use” by Alice Walker, Dee tells Maggie, “It’s really a new day for us. But from the…
Dee is saying that it is a new day for women in the United States. Dee has been away at college and has embraced ideas of modern life. She has discovered her African heritage and seems to be…
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- HISTORY
How do you think people’s lives change as a result of the Industrial Revolution?
The Industrial Revolution affected people’s lives in many ways. One impact is that more people began to move to the cities where there were more jobs. Many factories were located in the cities….
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- THE GIFT OF THE MAGI
What does the following quote mean, “…a letter-box into which no letter would go and an…
A lot of the rooming houses and apartment houses in Manhattan were old and not well maintained. They had originally been private residences for people with big families. Typically they were three…
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- HISTORY
The Cold War was not a war like World War II that had a very clear beginning. Instead, it was a conflict that built up gradually over time. This is why it is very hard to identify how it started….
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- THE ODYSSEY
Where in Homer’s The Odyssey is it suggested that one should live life to the fullest?
When Odysseus follows Circe’s directions and goes to the underworld to find Tiresias, the blind prophet who will tell him how to get home to Ithaca, he meets the shades of many people who have…
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- HISTORY
What are two examples of changes that took place in Europe which led to European exploration in…
There were two major changes that took place in Europe that had the most profound effect on the desire for exploration. The most important was a new way of thinking that grew out of the…
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- LITERATURE
What are the definition and purpose of a hook or a dramatic hook?
A hook (dramatic hook or narrative hook) is a literary device used at the beginning of a story to engage a reader’s curiosity. The definition does a nice job of summarizing the purpose of the…
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- THE CASK OF AMONTILLADO
Discuss the implications of the turning point and the resolution.
The turning point, or climax, of this story is actually rather drawn out. I believe it begins when Montresor first shackles Fortunato in the recess in the wall into which he plans to trap him,…
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- THE INTERLOPERS
What are the major themes and events in the story, “The Interlopers?”
Like all good stories, there are several important themes. Let me delve into two of them. First, the most obvious feature of the story is the feud that exists between the two families. Ulrich…
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- HARPER LEE
What does Harper Lee, the author of To Kill a Mocking Bird, consider to be justice?
At the time (and about the time) Harper Lee wrote To Kill a Mockingbird, justice was reserved only for white people. The story illustrates this point: Tom Robinson, a well-known, upstanding black…
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- MATH
Why can’t any number cant be divisible by zero? If we divide any number by zero then what happens?
Hello! This is a good question, but the answer is not complicated. Division is by definition operation inverse to multiplication. a/b = c by definition means that a = b*c. Now about division by…
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- HISTORY
Will there be a chapter called “The Internet Age” in future history textbooks? What will that…
It is likely that future generations will recognize the Internet as one of the most revolutionary technologies in human history. When “The Internet Age” appears in future textbooks, it will likely…
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- GUNS, GERMS, AND STEEL
According to Guns, Germs, and Steel, when Austronesians began their spread from the mainland, to…
The answer to this is not given very clearly, but it can be found on p. 339 of Guns, Germs, and Steel. The answer is that the Austronesians who first left the Asian mainland appear to have gone to…
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- SOCIAL SCIENCES
What was John Marshall’s opinion in Marbury v. Madison ?
Marbury v. Madison is the US Supreme Court case in which laid the foundation for judicial review and confirmed the Supreme Court’s ability to determine if any laws are unconstitutional, thereby…
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- THE LONDON EYE MYSTERY
What is an example of a metaphor in Siobhan Dowd’s The London Eye Mystery?
One metaphor can be found in chapter 6 of Siobhan Dowd’s The London Eye Mystery. The group of central characters have just arrived at the London Eye and are shocked to see how long the lines are….
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- MONSTER
In Monster, what activity does Steve say that he was engaged in at the time of the felony?
During the trial, both Osvaldo Cruz and Richard “Bobo” Evans claim that Steve Harmon was supposed to be the lookout during the robbery. According to their testimonies, Steve’s job was to go into…
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- HISTORY
Based on Wilson’s war message to Congress, do you agree that the United States had a moral and…
Woodrow Wilson outlined our reasons for going to war in very idealistic terms. He basically said it was our moral and humanitarian responsibility to make the world safer for democratic governments…
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- SCIENCE
Which of the following would make a good example of a keystone species? Question 2…
A keystone species does not necessarily have to be the most abundant species in a particular ecosystem. However, it’s niche is important because it influences the entire ecosystem in terms of how…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
What does Lord of the Flies mean when it says “You knew didn’t you? I’m part of you?” and “We are…
Simon is the only boy that has an understanding of what the real “beast” is. And the lord of the flies is acknowledging his understanding and pushing him a little bit farther. Because the lord of…
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- THE CRUCIBLE
In what sense does Corey’s situation reflect on John and Elizabeth Proctor in The Crucible?
Giles Corey is indirectly responsible for his wife’s arrest and conviction because he accidentally gave evidence against her. He told Mr. Hale that she was an avid reader, that she often hid her…
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- TANGERINE
Who is the speaker of this quote from Tangerine: “Mike always felt better when he got his shoes…
Joey Costello says “Mike always felt better when he got his shoes off,” to Paul. Joey says this after Erik and Arthur Bauer make fun of the death of Joey’s brother, Mike Costello, right in…
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- THE ODYSSEY
In Homer’s The Odyssey, what line signals Odysseus’s flashback to the past, where he begins…
Odysseus begins to relate the history of his past adventures in Book IX, in line 41. He begins by asking, “What of my sailing, then, from Troy?” and then launches immediately into his crew’s…
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- THE MONKEY’S PAW
In “The Monkey’s Paw,” what are three to five mood words?
There are a great many mood words in Part III of the story because it has to do with the unhappiness of Mr. and Mrs. White over the loss of their son. For example, there are quite a few mood words…
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- CIVIL PEACE
When Jonathan discovers his damaged house in Enugu, he is overcome with what type of feelings?
When Jonathan discovers his damaged house in Enugu, he is surprisingly overcome with feelings of gratitude. Even though the doors, windows, and roof of the house are missing, Jonathan counts…
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- THE HELP
In what ways has Constantine helped Skeeter grow up?
Constantine was the black maid who served Skeeter’s family, the Phelans, in the 1950s. She’s the one who raised Skeeter and her older brother, Carlton. Skeeter saw her as a secret friend in the…
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- HISTORY
Why did the Second Continental Congress decide to break from England?
The motives for the Second Continental Congress to break ties with England are outlined succinctly in the Declaration of Independence. The insistence of King George to heavily tax the colonies…
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- THE PEARL
What are Kino’s dreams for his family?
Once Kino has found the Pearl of the World, he begins to dream. Like most parents, he hopes for a better life for his son, and, of course, some things for his wife and himself. He wants to have a…
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- ONCE UPON A TIME
In Once Upon A Time by Nadine Gordimer, what do you learn about her political views from reading…
Nadine Gordimer is a well-respected South African author. Her works caused consternation in South Africa during the Apartheid era and some of her books were banned. She became active in the banned…
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- THE TWENTY-ONE BALLOONS
What is a summary of chapter 4 of The Twenty-One Balloons?
In Chapter 4 of The Twenty One Balloons, Professor Sherman sets off on his journey. He admires his final view of San Francisco and notices the excitement generated by his takeoff. He immediately…
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- SCIENCE
What is the purpose of, and the end result of mitosis?
Mitosis is the type of cell division the purpose of which which is that two identical copies of a cell are formed. The end result is that the DNA/chromosomes replicate and one set of chromosomes,…
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- SCIENCE
A salt wedge is a layer of salty ocean water flowing underneath the river water in an estuary. Estuaries that have the salt wedge are known as salt wedge estuaries. In simple terms, an estuary is a…
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- COMING OF AGE IN MISSISSIPPI
How should I start a thesis statement for my history course that’s studying Coming of Age in…
In part, this question would have a lot to do with what the prompt is for the assignment. Typically, a thesis statement for school would be an argument that attempts to respond to a question asked…
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- THE BIRDS
What are some examples of irony in “The Birds” by Daphne Du Maurier?
There are a number of examples of irony in Du Maurier’s story, “The Birds.” One of the most striking can be found in the fate of Mrs Trigg, the farmer’s wife. She demonstrates scepticism towards…
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- THE LOTTERY
Why would you recommend someone to read “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson?
“The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson is a classic short story often assigned in high school or college. If one has not read it and is headed to college, it should be read as one of a group of classics…
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- SCIENCE
Two colorless solutions are mixed together. Bubbles form as the solution is stirred. Give two…
When two colorless solutions are mixed, bubbles being formed indicate the production of a gas that was not present before mixing the solutions. This gas is most likely the result of a chemical…
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- THE WITCH OF BLACKBIRD POND
Why is Matthew angry about what Kit is wearing to the prayer meeting in “The Witch of Blackbird…
When Kit arrives in Wethersfield, Connecticut, to live with her Puritan family (Uncle Matthew, Aunt Rachel, Mercy, and Judith), she only has the clothes she brought with her from her previous…
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- THE PIGMAN
In Zindel’s The Pigman, how does Mr. Pignati show his affection for John and Lorraine?
In Zindel’s The Pigman, Mr. Pignati shows affection for John and Lorraine in many ways. He’s like the grandfather neither one of them ever had. First, when he meets them at the zoo in chapter 6, he…
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- HISTORY
What three actions did the First Continental Congress take in 1774?
In September 1774, the First Continental Congress met in Philadelphia. They agreed to do several things. As a result of the Boston Tea Party, the British passed a series of harsh laws on the…
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- SCIENCE
What is the mass density of iron if 5.0 cm^3 has a mass of 39.5 g?
The mass density or density of a substance is the ratio of mass of a substance to its volume. In this case, the mass of the iron is 39.5 g and its volume is 5 cm^3. Thus, the density of iron is:…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
How does the beast in The Lord of the Flies show loss of innocence?
The true nature of the beast is only hinted at until Simon begins to unravel the mystery. From very early in the story he suspects that there is something going on but when he wanders off into the…
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- A TALE OF TWO CITIES
What are examples of similes in chapter 17 or 20 in A Tale of Two Cities?
A simile is a literary device that usually uses the words “like” or “as” to compare one idea or image to another, in order to both substitute a more familiar image in place of the less common one,…
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- SCIENCE
Describe how density and heat causes convection
Convection is one of the three ways of heat transfer. The phenomenon of convection occurs in fluids. This phenomenon is the transport of portions of the mass of the fluid, between areas with…
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- SCIENCE
How do the age structure distribution graphs of a developed country compare to developing country…
The age structure distribution graphs of developed countries are often stationary or constrictive. Stationary population graphs represent low infant birth rates and low mortality. Constrictive…
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- A RETRIEVED REFORMATION
How do you know that Jimmy has truly changed in “A Retrieved Reformation”?
The reader should know Jimmy has changed through direct quotations from the text: Jimmy Valentine looked into [Abigail’s] eyes, forgot what he was, and became another man. It took the love of an…
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- BUD, NOT BUDDY
Describe the Hooverville that Bud visits in the novel Bud, Not Buddy.
In Chapter 8, Bud and Bugs arrive at a Hooverville. From the woods, they see a bunch of raggedy huts and shacks made out of old boxes and pieces of wood and cloth. Bud comments that two or three…
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