Through the reading, Down Germantown Avenue, Elijah Anderson tells the reader about the differences in the communities that are located along Germantown Avenue. He begins by discussing the neighborhood of Chestnut Hill and the people who live there, and then then he works his way along the rest of Germantown Avenue. Through the tour along Germantown Avenue, the reader becomes aware of the many differences that exist between these communities. The major differences in the communities along Germantown Ave that the author describes include how people should act on the street and the social classes that make up the diverse communities along Germantown Avenue.…
In the article “High Tech Trash” by Chris Caroll, Caroll explains the effects of e-waste (electronic trash). The article mentioned how most electronics that are thrown out, donated to charity, or even recycled still end up in developing countries. “While some recyclers process the material with an eye toward minimizing pollution and health risk, many more sell it to brokers who ship it to the developing world, where environmental enforcement is weak” (Caroll 81). This causes our e-waste to affect other families around the world who worked who most likely worked in sweatshops to produce the products that are being sent back to them. When this should not be the case other countries should not have to pay with their wealth to take care of our…
At first, Holcomb is described as an ordinary town with “flat land”, being somewhat “out there” and its people having an “accent barbed with a prairie twang.” These boring qualities of Holcomb are supported by Capote’s allusions to the “ramshackle mansion”, “one-story frame affairs”, and the “peeling sulphur-colored paint” of the depot. After Capote has built this view of Holcomb, he contrasts the town with an unanticipated outlook on the town. He describes the school as “modern and ably staffed”, the people as “prosperous”, and that Finney County “has done well.” The contrast of different parts of Holcomb make you wonder what other things about Holcomb are you not aware…
Jim McGreevy and James Craig deny their accusation deny their conduct and commonly accuse the opposite for insult their public figures and I don’t think American public should know anyone’s personally life. Professor I can tell you that American is not what it used to be, you are not allow to fight back anymore everyone have been selfish and extremely scare of others. Think of what this country used to be, I would say yes in the 90s about American should know their elected officials personally life but not anymore. Why would you ever interfere with other personal’s business? They are elected because of you, you should give space and respect for their privacy. Don’t you have any other things to do? Is that what we all about now? Talking other…
The short story "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien takes place in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. In this story we are introduced to First Lieutenant Jimmy Cross and his platoon. They all differ in age and ethnicity, and have different views on the Vietnam War. One thing that they all have in common is that they bear the weight of their country on their back, but they also have different emotions weighing on their hearts at the same time. We see three different sides to Lieutenant Jimmy Cross, the soldier, the love stricken man and the leader that has learned a valuable lesson. Each of his characters carries something different.…
“Mount Vernon is a great place to visit because it is a recognition of our illustrious first president and he was thriving at the time and how his house still stands to this day.At Mount Vernon you can look through the well cared gardens and take walks around the home of the George Washington. Mount Vernon should be visited for its historical significance, beauty, and the fact that visitors can experience life in the 1800s,” Dannia read out loud. “It sounds like this is the place we’re going to write about for our essay.”…
The way white citizens in the United States treated the black citizens in this country was vile in the 50’s. The whites’ futile behavior towards the black people caused a massive, belligerent rival between the white and black people. Nine black students, from Little Rock Arkansas, were selected to attend the integration of an all white school called Central High School. One of the black students, Melba Pattillo Beals, wrote her experience of her integration with her eight friends in the novel, Warriors Don’t Cry. Melba explains the act of savagery she dealt with from the white people during the integration. Even though dealing with the white people's ferocious behavior was tough for Melba, she still found ways to be motivated to continue her quest. She was motivated from the response of religion, family, and society.…
“Do your job.” A simple quote by Bill Belichick (New England Patriots Head Football Coach) but this quote means a lot about my character. The reason it means a lot to me is because if you work tremendously hard and do your job your team will be successful. My head football coach, Mike Rowe uses this quote as well and adds “If everybody does your job you will be successful. Trust your teammates since they will fight for you and the rest of the team.” I am tying this quote to football but it can be used in any team sport you are involved in. Football teaches character and that’s why I love it so much. I’ve learned so much about myself and how I want to live my life just from being in football.…
This school was named after a hero. A man who made mistakes but tried to fix them. He was one of the first men in this city after the civil war to try and unite the black and whites together. But do you think he would be happy having the school he was named after divided because of the reminders of the war? Though he was a rebel, that does not mean we have to stay the rebels. It is past the time for a change. We need to stay up to date in our teaching methods as well as our social understanding for one another. We should not forget our past, but we do not need to live in it daily or have a reminder of it daily. Our goal as a school is to teach the students. But if something is impacting their learning ability and we do not do anything about…
Marcus Mabry came from a poor family but worked hard to make into Stanford which contrasts heavily with his family’s suffering. Mabry describes his two very different lives between the poverty he and his family endured living in New Jersey and his newfound life at Stanford University. Marcus Mabry paints the differences of his two worlds to the reader in more than one way. First, he explains the economical differences between the two geographical areas, he describes his hometown as the slums or a place where people go to survive, not to live. In contrast, Stanford is a place of freedom and being worry free, where the world is perfect and there is no such thing as poverty, but Mabry gets a reality check every time he visits his family in New Jersey. He feels responsible for his family and wishes there was something he could do to help them. The fact that Mabry has encountered these life situations make him very proud of his accomplishments “Somewhere in the midst of all that misery, my family has built, within me, a “proud feeling.” Mabry followed his heart and put his education at a high priority in his life. Seeing the conditions his family was living in sparked a fire within him to do better and become someone. He knew that if he tried that he would succeed and make his whole family proud. Yet not only is he proud of himself, he is proud of his family for not giving up and breaking down even though they have every right to “As I travel between the two worlds it becomes harder to remember just how proud I should be – not just of where I have come from and where I am going, but because of where they are. The fact that they survive in the world in which they live is something to be very proud of, indeed” Although he may not be the typical student at Stanford, he knows that he comes from a strong family that support his decisions. He wants nothing more than to give what he can to his family and hates seeing them…
In “Harrison Bergeron” Harrison can be portrayed as a hero or a danger to society. Harrison is a threat to society. He can get people hurt or injured by his actions. He doesn’t want people to be equal even though they voted for equality. Harrison Bergeron is a threat to everyone and everything around him.…
The schools are seen in contrasting close-ups. At Ridge, children like Bobby are learning elementary skills that may equip them to find jobs at places like McDonald's or a grocery store when the time comes. At Sparks the attempt is made, with the help of specialist, to bring the new pupil as close as he can come to the level of normal children of his age. I particularly find plenty of disagreements among parents and teachers about which children are being better served.…
For my entire life of schooling, both my parents and I would agree that I constantly complained about the educational systems in which I was enrolled. But when I actually take the time to think about everything I have been through, I realize that I have indeed had an excellent education. My schooling was full of opportunities and experiences, all of which contributed to the person I am today; adequate education has been an indispensable facet of my being. Sadly, not everyone has had this same privilege. And now as a college student, I am becoming even more aware of this sad fact. Looking around me in such a diverse city as Chicago, I find myself being more and more grateful. When I read Jonathan Kozol's Fremont High School, this these feelings were even more reassured.…
Clankle clankle ! Is all we now in monroe, now a day's.In the small town where there is about more than 40,000 people in it, still has nothing to offer young people. I believe Monroe, MI has to be one of the lamest towns in the United states. Once you read this essay it really will motivate you to pack your bags, grab the kid's and catch the next flight to where ever your heart desires. Because in Monroe,MI you have to travel out of town see fun. Thats why I chose this topic.…
CORRECTION OF THE ESSAY : “Imagine the Ideal City” The city of my dreams is neither too big nor too small. (Jenna) It is clean, there aren’t any cigarette butts, chewing gums, papers or dog dirt on the floor.( Angélique /Marjorie) It is Green, ecological (Stéphanie): there are less traffic and pollution because people use alternative means of transport (Gamzé/ Maria) and the cars run with solar energy. The houses are equipped with solar panels too to protect the Earth (Fanny/Stephanie) People recycle their wastes (Gamze ) The environment is respected (Jenna) &the scenery is pleasant because the huge sky scrappers & tower blocks have been replaced by detached houses. (Marjorie/Sabrina) The city is built with recycled materials to fight global warming (Fanny) In this ideal town People are happy & safe, they can have walks in the streets & gardens even at night. The pavements are large enough for parents with buggies and accessible for disabled people (Vanessa). Car Parks are free (Maria). You can borrow free bikes or take a stylish cheap taxi. (Anthony) Drivers respect pedestrians and don’t insult other drivers. Everybody is civilised & smiles (Angélique/ Sabrina) You can go shopping in low cost stores (Angélique). There are many activities & services for everyone: for children and elderly people . Drama groups and artists perform in the street and a music festival regularly takes place for everyone’s Greatest pleasure. (Fanny) Criminals & delinquents are supervised by cameras. In case of a problem the police or the firemen are there immediately (Vanessa) No Poverty in this ideal town.There aren’t any homeless & beggars. Charities accommodate them in decent buildings. Students no longer sleep in cars or squats. (Marjorie /Mrs Lombrana) The rents are not excessively high, everybody can afford buying a home.(Mrs Lombrana) The ideal town looks like Bordeau (Marvin), Monaco (Jenna ) , London…