The origin of the concept of obesity can be traced back to 30,000 years, to our prehistoric ancestors. In the Stone Age, in the Middle Ages, and in the 17th century overweight indicated prosperity, power, and fertility. Prehistoric statuettes, including the famous Venus of Willendorf, depicted abdominally obese women. Hippocrates (460 BC–370 BC) described the health for human body as a balance of four humors (fluids): blood, black bile, yellow bile, and phlegm, and any deficiencies or extras were considered...
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In our modern society, there are many pressing sociological issues. One of these issues pertains to discrimination in the workplace based on gender. Workplace gender discrimination is not always black and white. It can come in many different forms, but generally means that one is not treated fairly or is favored less based solely on their gender. Gender discrimination can be prevalent in various industries, but research shows that women working in predominantly male workplaces are more likely to experience...
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Traditions for centuries have defined gender roles in societies. Some critics today may declare that gender role does not exist, but others believe that they do exist. In ancient Greece, women suffered many hardships. Greek society considered the role of a woman to be insignificant compared to their men. Greek plays depict a woman as either a villain, a victim, or the heroine. In the play Medea, Medea depicts all these characters. Euripides gives Medea agency by having her take...
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The roles of Pip (Great Expectations, Charles Dickens) and Emma ( Emma, Jane Austen) are both developed through the influences of social class, money, and the people around them. In the Novels, Emma by Jane Austen, and Great Expectations by Charles Dickens, the authors maintain a theme of limitations within gender equality, mostly the role of women in society at their times, both took place in the 19th century. In the earlier century a woman's place in society was not...
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The civil rights movement was a political movement for social justice that took place during the 1950/1960s. The movement mainly worked with providing the black people of the United States with equal civil rights such as the right to vote in elections on an equal footing with whites and to eliminate racist discrimination against black Americans (History Editors). Many civil rights activists are known for their fight against social injustice and their impact on the lives of all oppressed people(Biography)....
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Any person who has ever had an anxiety attack knows just how terrifying it can be. Abruptly and without any warning the heart starts pounding, you feel nauseous and dizzy, and you just want to move away from the area where the anxiety attack strikes. Symptoms of the attack in women normally vary, depending on the harshness of the episode. During extreme severe attacks, you may become disconnected, feel like you are losing control of your environment, or even feel...
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There was yet another tribune dedicated to incitement to violence through the content of works of fiction and in particular war video games. Just one more example of the causal discourses that try to circumscribe the horror of a drama whose magnitude challenges it to incomprehension by accusing media hobbies. When it lacks any expertise in the matter, the expediency of these discourses is often matched only by their weak arguments, whether produced by emotion or by petty political calculations...
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In response to the essay title, this paper will contemplate the dogma of the term ‘terrorism’ and how we can determine if a ‘terrorist’ and ‘freedom fighter’ differ. Discussion will be applied to the inconsistency of the notion of terrorism, stressing the variations in defining the many aspects correlated with this term (Schmid,1983, cited in Victoroff and Kruglanski, 2009). Final evaluation is applied to the role of the government and the mass media, to contest whether they create an awareness...
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Writers often intertwine their personal life experiences and emotions into their texts because it is with what they are most friendly. A writer who connects to their narrative carries more meaning in their text and develops a connection with their audience. Franz Kafka's 1915 novella, 'The Metamorphosis' tells the tale of Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman who woke up restless one morning to discover he had transformed into a 'gigantic insect.' Aside from being simply a fascinating plot, Kafka's work...
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According to Marianne Moyaert (2011), the concept of Utopia has been defined with the idea of a fantasized society and the desire for a better life, caused by feelings of unhappiness towards the society one lives in the present (p. 99). Where alternate visions of society are envisioned, and individuals aim at a transformative future from which injustices in the present are criticized and revised (Moyaert, 2011, p. 99). Equiano’s Interesting Narrative and his vision for a post-abolition future exude...
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This investigation will explore the question: What is the contribution of the two diarists, Anne Frank and Ruth Maier, to historian’s understanding of the Holocaust? The accounts written during the period between 1942 and 1944 will be the main focus of this investigation, to allow for an analysis of their relevance and significance in relation to exploring the Holocaust. The first source which will be evaluated in depth is Annelies Marie Frank’s diary, “The Diary of a Young Girl”, handwritten...
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Negotiations make part of everyday interaction. Negotiations exist among friends, coworkers, customers, spouses, governments, professions, and departments. There has been substantial contribution to negotiation knowledge and skill development within the last 20 years. Most negotiation insights focus on attaining mutual gain and knowing the alternative to a mutual agreement. However, Negotiations sometimes fail. The failure to plan strategically and tactically may trigger emphasis, de-emphasis or delay. A negotiator who undermines the extent of research required for a successful negotiation is...
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At the beginning of the story, Bilbo shows domestic features. He is at home and has no adventure and he goes on life as comfy. Also he is timid character. He just does something at home. We see that he gives importance to ethical behaviours and respect. When somebody comes his home, he tries to do best. So, we know Bilbo with some feminine qualities. Bilbo’s thoughts, feelings and actions shape its plot so his characterizations change from beginning to...
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Throughout the development of humanity, there has been a controversial perspective on the roles and characteristics that men and women should possess. The inequality that lays within the midst of this perspective has led to gender bias and persecution of women over the course of our history. The mistreatment of women has been recorded through the passage of knowledge, and many philosophers have created fictional characters and story lines to shed light on the trials and tribulations fought silently by...
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The short story, “Hills like White Elephants”, is unlike any normal story. This story lacked the typical foundation that a normal story might have: a beginning, middle, and end. This short story describes a discussion between a man and a woman, which leads to no real ending. Ernest Heminway, the author, included enough information into this story so that the reader could form their own conclusions. Hemingway's life was not a walk in the park. He had many unfortunate experiences...
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I agree with Aristotle’s argument that living a virtuous life is essential to having true happiness which is our ultimate purpose.In other words, happiness is the primary purpose of human life which is accomplished or fulfilled through virtue. Similarly, he believes that in order to reach that happiness which is the highest good, we must live our lives accordingly to our inherent characteristics as rational people in which we are able to become happy. Furthermore, happiness is not based on...
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On November 29th, 2019 I went with my family to see A Christmas Carol, the Patrick Barlow adaptation. It was playing live in Nashville at the Nashville Repertory Theatre. It was an amazing play that somehow only included five real stage actors. The plot of the play was the same as the original text by Charles Dickens. Set in London in the mid 1800’s the play followed the main character Ebenezer Scrooge. It detailed his struggle with the holiday spirit...
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In the short story A Rose for Emily the author William Faulkner focuses on the recent change in the old south throughout the whole story. The short story goes through the life of Emily Grierson, an older woman from the south, and reflects how she is after her father’s death. The setting in A Rose for Emily is William Faulkner's idea of post-common war Jefferson a community in the south of the United States. Faulkner's utilization of this specific timespan...
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In today’s modern society, a majority of the ideas and creations that have been adapted into a part of everyday lives can be linked back to a special role model from years past. Like many revered historical figures, Leonardo da Vinci’s accomplishments remained unappreciated until many years later. However, throughout his life, Leonardo da Vinci achieved many milestones in the areas of anatomy, mathematics and engineering that have positively and greatly influenced today’s society. One of da Vinci’s biggest areas...
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Abstract The essay by Fred Stenson, 'In Search of a Modest Proposal' cricizes the current education system and how the curriculum is delivered to children. Key words Curriculum, Education system, displeasure, formula, inefficiency, deterioration, literary styles. Rhetorical Review of “In Search Of A Modest Proposal The essay by Fred Stenson, 'In Search of a Modest Proposal', borrows from Jonathan Swift’s work ‘A Modest Proposal'. On the side of the page, there is a box with writings reveals that the author...
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Everyone has their own persistent labyrinth that can lead them to their downfall or triumph. However, it all heavily depends on how they cope with their Labrinth. In Looking for Alaska, the protagonist is a mystery throughout the book, and the reader later learns that she coped with her suffering with an avoidant coping strategy. There are various healthy, effective ways of coping with intense suffering including exercising, talking to someone, and entertaining themselves. Due to the fact that Alaska...
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“Discipline is helping a child solve a problem, Punishment is making a child suffer for having a problem. To raise problem solvers, focus on solutions, not retribution.” - L. R. Knost SCHOOL – The most primary and fundamental block of learning in a person’s life, are considered to be the most sacrosanct institution of our society. But there is a question that we need to ask ourselves - Does this sacrosanctity necessarily rests upon torture and torment of innocent buds...
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The memoir A Long Way Gone by Ishmael Beah and A Bite of a Mango by Mariatu Kamara is set in the tragic Sierra Leone war of the early 1990s. Ishmael and Mariatu, respectively, share a tragic experience of terror that is still with them, and we're thankful to seek and meet others to rely on throughout the war. Beah's story is one that explains all aspects of war to show the world. He tells the views about both an...
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School dress codes are a controversial topic in the American education system, often sparking passionate debates about their validity and efficiency. Some argue they encourage an environment conducive to learning, while others assert they can inhibit personal expression and cultivate inequality. This essay will delve into the complexities of dress code policies, their purported advantages, and their potential pitfalls. By delving into this contentious issue, we gain insights into the evolving landscape of education and the ongoing quest for a...
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The case study was very interesting and very realistic as to how people deal with on the day to day basis. It is imperative that we understand not everyone is obese because they have an eating disorder some, really deal with health issues that cause obesitys and other problems. I found it interesting how this disease causes several disorders due to the type of cancer involved. I have had several friends or and family members not all have dealt with...
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The topic for my final essay will be on Critical Disability Studies. I wish to explore the history and emergence of these studies, and what they are trying to do. A major focus will be on what the studies aim to achieve around issues of sex and identity. My thesis statement may look something like: Critical Disability Studies not only advocates for disabled people’s accommodation and equality, but also recognizes the importance of looking at issues around sex, sexuality, gender...
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While killing someone in an attempt to defend ‘self’ is acceptable by law, mercy killing is seen as an act that is highly immoral in nature. The motive of euthanasia is to ‘aid-in-dying’ painlessly and thus should be considered positively by lawmakers. Euthanasia should be a natural extension of a patient’s rights allowing him to decide the value of life and death. Continuing life support scheme alongside the patient’s desire is measured as immoral by law as well as medicinal...
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The introduction to Malcolm Gladwell’s book is aptly titled “Goliath”. That is to say, the author retells the famous legend in his own way here, mixing the biblical facts with nuggets of historically accurate (as Gladwell claims) facts to show that the moral of the story is not as it appears to be at the first glance. The “extended” version supplied by Gladwell includes references to the types of warriors both David and Goliath belonged to; the author insists that...
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1. Introduction Violence in schools has become the most problematic issue education faces today. School violence is a global phenomenon and it is not only present in South African schools. Violence has increased and the severity thereof is constantly rising in South African schools. The question is raised on how the increasing violence in schools can be stopped. Corporal punishment was used as a way to discipline children, however, it was abolished. In the following essay, the alternatives to corporal...
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Atticus Finch plаyed а cruciаl role in To Kill а Mockinbird. He plаyed the role of the lаwyer which took plаce in Mаycomb, аlаbаmа. In his whole fаmily, he wаs the only one who becаme а lаwyer. He wаs very cаlm thought every situаtion. He wаs а decent person in the book аnd he represents the Voltаire's quаte thаt relаte the principаl chаrаcter аtticus Finch. The mаin quаlities thаt represent him аre empаthy, courаge аnd legаl justice, which was represented...
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