Ícaro Rocha de Almeida Word count: 516 Discuss the benefits to humans of biodiversity‚ and outline with examples the most important current threats to biodiversity. Biodiversity is an important topic in the modern globalized world; from its enormous potentials to its concerns. Biodiversity means: “The variety of plant and animal life in the world or in a particular habitat‚ a high level of which is usually considered to be important and desirable.” according to the Oxford Dictionary; it influences
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On the morning of April 15‚ 1912‚ the sinking of the Titanic the previous night shocked the world. The year had dawned bright with promise and the maiden voyage of the Titanic was a symbol of the advances mankind had made in the last few years. The ship was considered to have been so well constructed it was believed she could sustain any amount of damage and still remain afloat. Late on the night of April 14‚ 1912‚ the sinking of the Titanic proved this idea wrong in a horribly tragic way. The
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The Era of Good Feelings As James Madison approached the end of his presidency in 1816‚ a fellow Virginian and Republican—James Monroe—was elected as his successor. Monroe’s presidency was a continuation of the so-called “Virginia Dynasty‚” since all of the presidents between 1801 and 1825 were from Virginia. The fading Federalist Party ran a candidate in the 1816 election for the last time‚ securing only 34 electoral votes compared to Monroe’s 183 votes. Monroe came to the presidency with a solid
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beliefs inspired by stories of the aurora to practicalities like homes made of snow. Inuit invented tools‚ gear‚ and methods to help them survive in this environment. Geography Inuit communities are found in the Arctic‚ in the Northwest Territories‚ Labrador and Quebec in Canada‚ above tree line in Alaska (where people are called the Inupiat and Yupik)‚ and in Russia (where people are called the Yupik people). In some areas‚ Inuit people are called “Eskimos” however many Inuit find this term offensive
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Banning Pit Bulls Pit bulls are the most misunderstood dog breed in the world. When people hear the name pit bull they automatically think of dogs fighting and attacking. Pit bulls refers to a range of breeds and‚ often‚ a mixed-breed dog. People think they are a very dangerous breed of dog. Because of this‚ some areas do not allow pit bulls and breeds like them. I do not believe pit bulls should be banned or technical words are breed specific legislation. The National Caine Temperament
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throughout the world‚ and how biodiversity -- the very basis for life on earth -- is declining at an alarming rate." The report said there was evidence that strains on nature could trigger abrupt changes like the collapse of cod fisheries off Newfoundland in Canada in 1992 after years of over-fishing. Future changes could bring sudden outbreaks of disease. Warming of the Great Lakes in Africa due to climate change‚
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They were raiders but they were also explorers. They discovered Greenland‚ Iceland‚ and Newfoundland. The Vikings were often influenced by the culture ;of the areas they conquered. The Vikings had many legends and myths in their society. They believed in many gods and goddesses. Their gods had very distinct personalities that were like human
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according to Junior Worldmark Encyclopedia of World Cultures a traditional food is wild rice. However different foods are found in different parts of Canada for example cod is popular in Newfoundlands also clambakes are popular in St. Edward Island. now for Russia. They usually drink chai tea which I have had before it’s pretty good. A typical meal for them would consist of four courses: zakuski (appetisers)‚ pervoye (first)‚ and saldkoe (desert)
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Vikings and the Westward Expansion The Vikings were a sea-faring people from the North Western areas of Europe‚ specifically the area known as Scandinavia. Viking is actually a profession and not the actual type of people. The people were Norse and the term “Viking” in Norse equates to the English word “Pirate.” The Vikings were known throughout the European continent‚ specifically along the coastal countries. They were known for their quick attacks on coastal cities and monasteries to plunder
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that is important for you in more ways than one. C. Personal experience: For example‚ my granddad was in dire straits after my granny died. After thirtyfive years together‚ he didn’t know what to do with himself until he ended up adopting an older Labrador Retriever. The change was immense‚ and suddenly we had a familyman who was interested in the world around him and reaching out again. The change was amazing! D. Thesis Sentence of this persuasive speech topics outline: Pets make an impressive positive
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