graduate student at any University‚ certain standards and levels of competence are expected and such standards are not consistent with illiteracy and poor use of the English Language. Graduate students are required to present works such as reports‚ essays‚ research papers and oral presentations which must adhere to the proper syntax of the English Language. They must be prepared in a manner which promotes fluency while limiting ambiguity. All these requirements warrant a strong command of the English
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PENGUIN ACTIVE READING Teacher Support Programme Teacher’s notes LEVEL 3 Stories of Courage Clare Gray Stories 5–6: Prisoner for Peace tells the story of Burmese Aung San Suu Kyi‚ the unofficial leader of Burma. Her government was removed from power by the Burmese army in 1988‚ and she was placed under house arrest shortly afterward. Since that time she has fought tirelessly for democracy. She was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace in 1991 and continues to fight for her people’s freedom
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After 1785‚ the production of children’s books in the Untied States increased but remained largely reprints of British books‚ often those published by John Newbery‚ the first publisher to produce books aimed primarily at diverting a child audience. Ultimate]y‚ Line however‚ it was not the cheerful‚ commercial-minded Newhery‚ but Anglo -Irish author 5 Maria Edgeworth who had the strongest influence on this period of American children’s literature. The eighteenth century had seen a gradual shift
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KINDS OF SPEECHES Persuasive Speech Persuade-to do or believe something especially by reasoning. What exactly is Persuasive Speech? -A persuasive speech is written to persuade‚ or convince the listeners‚ of the validity of the speaker’s argument. -This might involve persuading someone to change their opinion or at the very least take into account some elements that have not really been considered before. The Main Elements to Writing a Persuasive Speech 1. Credibility- establish by demonstrating
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What is Courage? Dear Local Government‚ “The bravest thing you can do when you are not brave is to profess courage and act accordingly‚” Corra Harris once said. What sets courageous people apart from cowards is fortitude. Having the will to go out and face difficulties and diffuse them with passion and strength is true courage. Everyday people can possess courage. It can be shown through different careers‚ facing your fears‚ and your actions. Courage is needed in many careers. People in the
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Courage is a virtue As a kid‚ I watched a lot of cartoons. Some were memorable and had an impact on my life‚ while some were not. One of the most memorable was a cartoon called ‘Courage the Cowardly Dog’. You can probably see from the title that this cartoon was very interesting. It has had a big impact on my philosophy as I have learnt life facts from watching it. I believe that I wouldn’t be the same person that I am today if I never came across it. I think it’s safe to say that as a kid‚ I did
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One of the many themes that can be found in The Red Badge of Courage‚ is the idea that Henry reaches a certain maturity by facing and dealing with the brutal realities of war. As the book begins we meet Henry‚ a young boy and soldier that fantasizes about battle and being a hero. It is by the end of the book that we see Henry’s character grow into a young man that has not only faced death‚ but found courage. On his first encounter with battle‚ Henry’s fears get the best of him. He realizes as
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Courage Through Christ Life is a giant that every person needs to learn to conquer. It possess frightening challenges‚ one after another. Whether it be struggling through a seemingly impossible class‚ putting one’s life on the line to save another‚ or even starting the freshman year of college‚ every person has a battle. Every single challenge is scary‚ and takes strength to accomplish. Life hands out lemons like they are candy‚ and people need the strength to turn those lemons into something sweet
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Courage Patiently awaiting the doctor’s return‚ Allison aimlessly flips through magazines while pondering what her results will read. She repeatedly tells herself “This time‚ I will be free. I will remain strong. I won’t give up.” This is her 17th visit to the oncologist in 6 months‚ and it’s her 17th time sitting in the waiting room to see if her body has finally rid of the cancer once and for all. Over the past 3 years‚ Allison has never lost hope‚ she constantly strives for recovery and right
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Courage by definition is “the attitude of facing and dealing with anything recognized as dangerous‚ difficult‚ or painful‚ instead of withdrawing from it; quality of being fearless or brave” (Webster 325). Whether it is fighting for our country‚ risking your life to protect that of others‚ or simply being able to stand up for what you believe. In forming a good society‚ I believe‚ courage is a necessity. Courage is what helps us reach out to help others. Courage is what solidifies our beliefs. Courage
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