Odysseus is without a doubt a hero. Throughout the epic he demonstrates key aspects of being a hero. For example‚ he overcomes tough situations and makes important decisions for not only the betterment of himself but the betterment of his crew. He always stays positive and loyal to his men no matter what happens. Odysseus is the symbol of a hero. Odysseus comes upon a cave and states‚ “he seemed no man at all of those… a shaggy mountain revved in solitude.” So he decides to take his 12 best men
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In complete honesty‚ the ideas outlined in “I used to be a human being” by Andrew Sullivan are not anything that I recognize to be particularly unique or revelatory. Especially as a young adult‚ the idea of social media addiction is something that I have been consciously aware of since the obsessive use of the internet became an augmented reality within my generation. Something that I did find interesting though were the extreme lengths Sullivan needed to go to in order to rid himself of technology
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Animals being used as entertainment‚ cruel or not? Every year 6 to 8 million dogs and cats enter shelters‚ and 3 to 4 million shelter dogs and cats are killed. A case involving quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons‚ Michael Vick‚ in 2007 made national news when he was indicted of running a dog fighting ring. After the judge convicted him‚ he served 23 months in jail for cruelty to animals. America needs to realize that the use of animals for entertainment is wrong‚ and causes animals to suffer.
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I believe that being technically and tactically proficient is the best leadership principle when preparing against irregular threats because we train as we fight‚ our experience within our MOS that support the fight and having the ability to accomplish the mission. I believe that being technically and tactically proficient is the best leadership principle when preparing against irregular threats because we train as we fight‚ our experience within our MOS that support the fight and having the ability
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Literary Devices used in MACBETH Imagine how dull a Shakespearean play would be without the ingenious literary devices and techniques that contribute so much to the fulfillment of its reader or viewer. Macbeth‚ by William Shakespeare‚ is a tragedy that combines fact and legend to tell the story of an eleventh century king. Shakespeare uses numerous types of literary techniques to make this tragic play more appealing. Three literary devices that Shakespeare uses to make Macbeth more interesting
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Being Bullied When I was in middle school I was bullied. No one should ever have to go through what I went through as a young middle school child. It can cause a lot of damage to one’s self esteem‚ and it can cause health problems down the road. Now that I have children of my own‚ I want to make sure they know that they do not have to go through what I went through growing up and being bullied. I try to make sure that my children know there are ways to deal with a bully. And I try to help my
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Is Odysseus a Hero? Have you ever had an argument and there are two sides to it? Well‚ I have an argument that I know that I am right about. Many people have argued over the topic about Odysseus being a hero or not. I am here to tell you that Odysseus is NOT ahero. Some things about this time‚ is this was in Greece around 800 B.C. Odysseus is married and has a son. He is also the king of the island of Ithaca. He isn’t a leader‚ because he didn’t bring back any of his men home‚ he cheated on his
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is more often than not correct. Nevertheless‚ especially in the works of ’Volpone’ by Ben Jonson and ’Songs of Innocence and Experience’ by William Blake‚ power is very rarely‚ if not ever‚ depicted as being used responsibly and for the good of others. It is‚ however‚ almost always seen to be used to the advantage of the person who possesses it. This in itself could be seen as using power ’well’‚ as they have enhanced their own lives; whether or not this is to the detriment of others may not even
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An American is someone who is decisive because there have been many instances where Americans‚ both civilians and leaders have had to make hard decisions.America is a place that was made with innovation.It is also a place where said innovations improve the quality of life even if tough decisions have to be made.In fact‚ the nation has experienced many drastic changes‚ some good some bad‚ but all have led to where we are today.Thus‚ an American is someone who is decisive‚ because they have the courage
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love one another‚ they’re not concerned about themselves. Being selfless allows more room for love. In a family‚ members are able to compromise with the ones they love‚ in order to make the relationship work. Without trust‚ a family cannot confide in one another. Trusting the members of within the family shows the respect that they have for each other. Respect and trust unite families‚ giving them a sense of understanding for one another. Being accepted by the family makes people feel assured that they
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