1 My View on What It Means to Love One’s Country Patriotism‚ according to Merriam Webster‚ is defined as “devotion or love for one’s country.” I believe this definition does not capture the true essence of the meaning of patriotism. This definition would be outstanding if there were no other conditions factored in this complex equation‚ but it seems that patriotism is a double-edged sword. The word patriotism strikes a lot of mixed emotions in people all over the United States. Some
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literature at that time began to praise women for their denial of food or small appetites. Female conduct books became wildly popular around this time. Conduct books were books that advised women on how to act around company‚ and some of the advice revolved around what should and should not be eaten in the presence of others (Robert). One way Victorian women would conform to this idealized body was through the use of corsets‚ a tightly fitting undergarment extending from below the chest to the hips‚ that
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unmarked‚ unopened tin can and explains that the store’s owners are threatening to fire him and all his staff if they cannot keep track of the items that they sell. He asks you to help him figure out what is inside. There is one catch: He does not want to open the can‚ just in case there is something expensive inside. During this week’s discussion‚ your instructor will play the role of the Circus Supermarket store manager. Your instructor will answer any questions you have about the can‚ and you should
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Novelist Alan Paton‚ in his book Cry‚ The Beloved Country taught his readers that one needs help from others to be able to recover. He showed this through the main character Stephen Kumalo who was frightened by the struggling of his family‚ who were struggling to make life better for themselves. Instead of fighting by himself he looked up for his brother’s support to overcome the fear. He delivered his message by altering the tone of the book whenever Kumalo felt down and used pathos to show Kumalo’s
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What Makes Poor Countries Poor? In the past century‚ the world has seen countless scientific and technological advancements that have greatly improved the human condition. Thanks to these developments in communications‚ transportation‚ medicine and agriculture‚ the wealth of developed nations has increased at phenomenal rates. Unfortunately‚ not all countries have experienced these benefits. Many nations still have a per capita GDP of $1000 or less. These countries continue to be poor because
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Imagine that there was a way to improve your health not only physically‚ but mentally. A way to get involved‚ meet new people and have fun. A sport where you can grow as an athlete and a person. Cross Country accomplishes all of those things and more. Healthwise‚ Cross Country is one of the most beneficial sports a person can partake in. Did you know‚ that Cross Country can help you build more lean muscle and gets rid of excess fat while also burning calories? Not only that‚ but running
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topic? If yes‚ what is your topic. Yes‚ I have narrowed my research paper topic down to the contrasting the role of women in Athens and Sparta. 2)Are you thinking about a thesis to guide your research? (Remember‚ your paper should answer specific questions that will be answered in narrative of your major paper). Please present to me three possible thesis statements that will guide your paper or a final thesis if you have settled on one. I have been going through several ideas of what the direction
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the late 1700s to mid-1800s‚ the United States seems to grow increasingly divided. The contrast in strong opinions and the desire to shape America’s social-economic and political climate between the northern and southern regions of the United States from 1776 to 1850‚ ultimately lead to communal unrest‚ eventually resulting in the Civil war in 1861. Even though sharing the same flag‚ same President‚ and speaking the same language were commonalities‚ the dissimilarities between the north and the south
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economic development varies‚ to some certain extent‚ by country and region. Each country has achieved its own current level of economic development and its own assets and resources‚ strengths and liabilities. With these things in mind‚ each country and region must decide how to allocate resources and take the next steps in economic development. It is only then‚ that a country can move forward with its development. There are‚ however‚ certain crucial factors necessary to basic economic development and
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Although more women were working outside of the home‚ the primary role of women in 1950s American society was a housewife. Their key duties were to cook‚ clean and take care of their families. In addition‚ consumerism was in full swing. Marriage was promoted as the ultimate goal for women. Products were created specifically with women in mind to ease their household work load. Appliances-wash machines‚ vacuum cleaners‚ TV dinners‚ etc. Women were giving freedom of choice as well as freedom form their
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