Esmeralda Santiago’s work When I Was Puerto Rican is a recent work that has a deep historical interest to Puerto Ricans or anyone that has a dual identity. Esmeralda learns to live in the countryside of the island after a few years living in the metropolitan area and then part for the United States with his mother and siblings. Esmeralda faced many challenges in life‚ but she learned how to overcome the struggles. The work belongs to the genre of autobiographical novel in which the author recounts
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History II May 10‚ 2011 World War I‚ lasting from 1914-1918‚ is a war that will definitely be remembered for years to come. After the allies had won the war after four long years Germany was the country that received the full blame for the war‚ but the question arises if it’s safe to say that Germany had totally caused World War I. In actuality‚ Germany had never asked or wanted a war. Germany was only honoring the Triple Alliance of 1882 and fighting alongside Austria-Hungary
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Charles I was the reason for the downfall The reason why war broke out between Charles I Parliament‚ in 1642 and was due to many reasons which will be discussed. However Charles‚ belief in the divine right of kings was one of the factors that caused misunderstandings with the Parliament. Religion Many disagree that Charles was to blame‚ however his actions did add to this. Religion had been a problem for Charles’ father‚ James I. Perhaps‚ this would hinder Charles in his reign as this would
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The Best Teacher There are many types of folks in this world and many types of teacher too. Therefore‚ there are many qualities that good teachers have and makes them to be the best teacher. Then Have you ever had the best teacher? You might have had the one who is able to change his teaching methods‚ who is happy with his/her life‚ and who can persist. This is the teacher who makes school lives of the student easier and make them to love school. The first category of the best teachers
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Letter of Advice for a Newly Engaged Couple COM200: Interpersonal Communication Lucinda Ramon Instructor Michael Gavino December 16‚ 2013 Letter of Advice for a Newly Engaged Couple Congratulations Susan and Gerald on your impending marriage. If I might‚ I would like to contribute some words of advice and suggest some effective communication tools to make your marriage successful and satisfying. Successful communication between couples increase the likeliness for a happy marriage
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“…I See no Reason‚ Why the Gunpowder Treason Should Ever be Forgot.” I hate being cheated. Although I have had several hundred people to help me with my job‚ I still hate it. Kane‚ Hitler‚ Booth. These are just a few of those who helped me. Even if I did claim their lives in the end‚ I am thankful to them. One who tried (but failed) is Guy Fawkes. I avenged myself by killing him too. That’s my job. No one lives forever. I am sorry to tell you this‚ but it is true. The tale that we commemorate
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BEST GIFT I HAVE EVER RECEIVED The best gift I have ever received has recently been gifted to me by my parents in the form of an Apple I pod touch. The sleek look of the gadget was enough to make me fall in love with it. The touch interface is superbly smooth and makes access of the applications and music very easy. The sound quality of the device is awesome and takes the listener away from the world. It has become my indispensable partner in gym‚ travelling‚ walks‚ and at times even in the class
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The title pulled me in before I even could proceed to the story. “Remembrance‚ the child I never was‚” is an odd‚ ironic title for one to write about‚ but quite interesting to read and interpret. Annette Kuhn‚ the author‚ uses various writing strategies in her story to continuously keep us on our toes‚ only wanting to know more. With only just the title‚ questions already started forming. What exactly does Kuhn mean by this chosen title? Forced‚ yet intrigued‚ I read the story of Kuhn’s childhood
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things even more is struggling to find an identity outside of your family. Not finding just any identity‚ mind you‚ but your own. I say this because unless you plan to live at home with your parents until the day you die‚ you will have to establish individuality and a purpose of your own. Such is the case of one Esmeralda Santiago‚ the author and subject of the book‚ ‘When I Was Puerto Rican’. This book is about her eventful path to adulthood‚ both as a woman and as a member of a minority. From her nomadic
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as he so elegantly shows it. 2. “Emeline’s enthusiasm was part of her charm” (pg 166) Emeline’s character is full of optimism and enthusiasm as stated in this quote. She is categorized as a very positive and loving girl‚ who keeps her chin up in every situation. This quote shows Emeline’s identity through her charm and positivity. 3. There was a quote on
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