I started figure skating when I was 8 years old. I went to a birthday party at an ice rink‚ and signed up for skating shortly after. More advanced skaters filled the middle of the rink‚ doing spins and jumps. I fell in love the sport. I like how it was good for both summer and the winter. The feeling of you gliding around the ice in fun-filled strokes was amazing. My classes were amusing and I loved learning new things. A couple years later‚ after repeating hard levels of skating classes due to
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Significant Figure Rules Significant figure rules are really "rules of thumb" for how to handle the results of calculations so as not to introduce or lose precision in performing a mathematical operation. These rules are not always correct for all situations. However‚ in most cases‚ following the significant figure rules will yield a good result. Rules concerning zero A zero between two significant figures is significant. The number 203.2 consists of four significant figures. A Zero to
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Question #3: One of the essential elements of any tragic figure is his/her tragic flaw(s)-an inherent personality trait or set of traits that inevitably dooms the character to destruction. Identify and explain Hamlet’s tragic flaw(s) and how it/they bring about his downfall. A tragic flaw is a character trait that ultimately causes the downfall of the protagonist. In Hamlet‚ by William Shakespeare‚ Hamlet learns the truth behind his father’s death - that he was actually murdered by his brother
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The Human Body in Chinese Art Chinese figures and western figures are very different from each other. I will be comparing the Chinese Standing Figure (fig 7-3) and the Greek Snake Goddess (fig 4-14)‚ and what the purpose of the figures are for‚ what it reflects‚ and how the body is represented. The Standing Figure was excavated from Sanxingdui‚ China in 1986. Art historians believe that this statue was made for decoration and to show off wealth‚ as it was buried along with other valuables such
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to be lead‚ inspire‚ and bless this world with their excellence. Unfortunately‚ it takes years for us to know their names and their contributions. I’m tired of seeing the efforts of women of color erased over and over again. After watching Hidden Figures‚ I realize we cannot wait 30 years for the world to recognize our hard work‚ therefore‚ it is up to us to uplift each other. At Drake University‚ we have women of color going above and beyond to make our campus a better place for all. They spend
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A tragic hero is someone who experiences misfortune‚ evokes pity and fear in the audience‚ and possesses a personal flaw. The Iliad showcases a tragic hero during the Trojan War. Trojans and Greeks fight in the war‚ which begins because Paris steals the beautiful Helen away from Menelaos. This angers Menelaos and sparks a war. During the battle‚ the demigod Achilles will eventually kill the Trojan leader Hector. Achilles is the real tragic hero of The Iliad for several reasons. Achilles’s ignorance
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Emily Mayle English 12/101 December 7‚ 2012 Determination for the Ideal Figure The desire for the ideal figure starts from such a young age in people in today’s society. Young teens believe that in order to be happy‚ beautiful‚ and successful their body must be thin. The media puts an emphasis on the body figure most models have and the body that would be considered as ‘in.’ The value society has on this figure leads many teens to anorexia‚ bulimia‚ and depression. The emphasis and power the
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facts_and_figures_2012_A4 04.10.13 12:21 Seite 1 FEDIAF The European Pet Food Industry Facts & Figures 2012 FEDIAF European Pet Food Industry Federation Avenue Louise 89 · B - 1050 Brussels · Tel: + 32 2 536 05 20 fediaf@fediaf.org · www.fediaf.org facts_and_figures_2012_A4 04.10.13 12:21 Seite 2 Page 1 of 9 FEDIAF Facts & Figures 2012 Estimated number of European households owning at least one pet animal 72 million households Estimated percentage of European households owning at least
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is considered a heroic figure in most modern text‚ in many ways Arthur is a hero but in reality he is a tragic hero with flaws. Noble Stature is an important element of being a tragic hero‚ one must be remembered in order to be considered a hero‚ a tragic hero is not complete without a tragic flaw‚ most importantly a tragic hero must be excessively punished in order to learn an important lesson. Arthur’s father Uther Pendragon was a wonderful king‚ however he had a tragic flaw he was in love with
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Hidden Figures a box office success exemplifying the socio-political climate of modern cinematic developments in the West. With the Hollywood stamp of approval‚ “so to speak” this unprecedented portrayal of a not so long ago time is gaining momentum to these current matters‚ non-discriminatory ideas‚ the enduring black history month‚ and a social media boom of enthusiasm for LGBTQ and female empowerment. Any‚ who are susceptible to an enticing film predicated on social and civil movements‚ along
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