Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry Genre: Historical fiction Premise: The intriguing story of Cassie Logan’s coming of age in Southern Mississippi is characterized on stage. A black family, The Logans struggle to maintain human dignity and personal freedom in a racist Mississippi during the times of great depression. The story is told from Cassie Logan’s point of view. She is a nine-year-old black female who faces trials and the reality of the rural Mississippi as she comes of age. The epic story transforms into an inspiring hope and triumph in a racist climate. About: The play is performed by the youths, but this doesn’t imply that it is only child-centered. Its content is for anyone mature enough to take into consideration issues of violence in the community, solving problems, poverty, tolerance, justice, racism, and family loyalty. Writer: Mildred D. Taylor Details: 288 pages Chapter 1 Summary Christopher John, Cassie’s brothers, Stacey, Cassie, and the little man are sauntering to school. Suddenly, they are joined by T.J, but soon a bus which is full of white children passes, splashing…
How Ethan Frome has Patterns of Similar Behavior to Serial Killers Introduction Ethan Frome is a farmer who is isolated, trying to scrape out a meager living while attempting to tend his frigid wife. The novel, Mattie, explains the accident he had in 1904 in Lenox that involved four girls and one boy. A serial killer is a person who kills several people, usually more than five. Through the novel, the writer develops patterns of imagery, behavior, and changed words. The serial killers have diverse characteristics of sensation seeking, lack of remorse, predatory behavior, guilty, and impulsivity. The same actions are also evident in Ethan Frome. Ethan drives in silence, covering his head, “He never turned his face to mine or answered…”(Wharton, 2016). The purpose of this article is to expose how patterns of behavior are similar between Ethan Frome and serial killers. The paper will explore Ethan’s diverse practices and quotes concerning those of serial killers. Proud and prudence Ethan holds high-level pride and economy, which and the wisdom of instinct. The ego did not give him a chance…
Honesty and integrity in research Introduction Ethics is a set of rules that govern our behavior and how we expect others to act. While there exists a broad agreement of the ethical values, there is a vast difference in the interpretation of how these values should be put into practice (Lewis and Graham, 2007). Research ethics govern how scientific research is performed and disseminated in research institutions such as universities, colleges, among other places (Gheondea-Eladi, 2017). Honesty and integrity is a fundamental ethical value since it entails demonstrating that the methods, data, and research design have been reasonably and truthfully stated to avoid misleading the readers. Steps to Address the Issue One of the steps that I will take to address the issue is first to empower my colleague on the need to uphold honesty and integrity while undertaking an evidence-based practice (EBP). I will inform him that it is a mistake to make up data, not citing the research correctly, unreasonably extrapolating results, among unethical practices. The essence of research is to form a body of knowledge that can…
How to File for Uncontested Divorce Online If there is anything that couples would wish to keep off from their lives, it’s separating and becoming independent parties’ altogether. This is one area in life that nobody would desire to ask for it unless it happens. However, if it comes along in life, then embrace it and move forward. Having a contested divorce is not only a messy affair, but it comes along with disappointment, heartbreaks, emotional pain, and even financial constraints. This is all because one is fighting to win a case that is highly contested, and it’s generally a win-win game in issues to do with child custody, child support, division of property and financial settlement. However, for the sake of the children, there is a need to sacrifice some of the painful issues and come up with a plan that will help the couples to end their marriage peacefully. It will give the children a peaceful atmosphere even as the transit to the next life where they expect to live with one parent only. The best way then…
How to Beat Glossophobia Glossophobia affects one out of every four people worldwide. It makes you feel a sense of nervousness just at the thought of public speaking. You will experience some emotional and physical symptoms such as sweaty palms, anxiety, and nausea. In extreme cases, you may suffer from a panic attack. While you may want to be a fearless public speaker, the reality may be different from your expectations. Once fear takes over, you will find yourself forgetting your lines, stumbling as you head to the stage, or even getting a blackout on stage. While fear may get in your way of public speaking, you do not necessarily have to get rid of it entirely since it never really goes away. You have to find ways to dial down your fears and up your confidence. One of the sure ways to beat glossophobia is by making adequate preparations before the speech time. Practicing your speech over and over again is one of the best steps to tone down your fears. Make sure you can recite your speech without…
Comprehensive Ratio Analysis In this section, comprehensive ratio analysis of both Intel and AMAT companies will be provided. The financial ratios that will be used to analyze how the two companies are performing include short term Liquidity, operating efficiency, capital structure, long-term solvency, profitability, and market measures from 2018 to 2019. Short Term Liquidity Intel’s current, quick, and cash ratio deteriorated from 2018 to 2019. Although the company’s current assets increased from $28.787 billion in 2018 to $31.239 billion in 2019, its current liabilities also increased from 2018 to 2019, leading to a decrease of current ratio from 1.7314 t0 1.4002. For both quick ratio and cash ratio, they deteriorated as a result increased short-term obligations of the company despite increased cash and marketable investments and receivables increasing from 2018 to 2019. For the AMAT Company, the current ratio, quick ratio, and quick ratio deteriorated from 2018 to 2019 as a result of decreased current assets from $10.604 billion in 2018 to $10.206 in 2019. Additionally, there was an increase in total current liabilities from $3.922 billion in 2018 to…
Can You Use A Random Orbital Sander On Hardwood Floors? If you want your hardwood floors to maintain a gleaming finish, the latter may have to be redone a few times. Fortunately, this task need not break the bank – in fact, you can complete the entire refinishing process yourself. For the best results, however, you will need to know the most efficient tools to use, as well as the amount of work your floor will require. If you are uncertain how to make this assessment yourself, you may need to contract the work of a professional. Choosing the right sander will mean that you are at least halfway there. Signs Your Floor May Need Refinishing You will need to be sure that your hardwood floors would be best improved by a refinishing rather than more extensive work. Warped, squeaky and cupped floors will generally need much more than a bit of sanding, smoothing and polishing. In fact, you may have to replace some of the wood, as it could be partially damaged. You can usually do this assessment…
WHAT COGNITIVE EFFECTS DOES HAPPINESS What cognitive effects does happiness have on the human brain, and can the effects be manipulated? Using the empirical articles you have collected thus far, compare the current research for your chosen topic, in 1,250-1,500 words. The following information will assist in the analysis of the literature: 1. Introduction: This section should include your research question with a brief explanation of why the research is needed. 2. Compare and analyze the literature in the articles collected. 3. Compare the limitations of the studies you have collected. 4. A conclusion that includes how your research will add to the current field of research. Prepare a document that includes your research question(s), including how your research will add to the current research. Your document will include five scholarly, peer reviewed, empirical studies from the past 5 to 7 years. This section should include APA formatted citations for each article, including permalink or doi number. [unique_solution]Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not…
Mitigating maritime security threats The United States is composed of more than 100000 miles of the border, indicating the essence of limiting the illegal entry of persons and contraband goods. To mitigate the nation from maritime security threats, the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 implements a framework describing safety regulations in ports and employee selection. The SAFE Port Act addresses the fact that 93% of the deferral border is sea navigable, and terrorist cells could exploit the lack of preparedness and smuggle contraband items. Laws and strategies are essential such as the Small Vessel Security Strategy in conducting searches of marine bound vehicles (Weiss, & Davis, 2005). In the process of enhancing maritime port operations, the great lakes region ought to increase coordination in the identification and to prevent marine security threats. The great lakes navigable waters is a source of illegal narcotics smuggling and logistics a classified coast guard intelligence attack of possible 26 suspected Islamic terrorists The SAFE Port Act Security measures in maritime activities include training of employees on sources and nature of security threats as…
Functional Behavior Assessment PART A The functional assessment uses the conceptualization of the ideology of ABC. These letters are not just the alphabetical letters but rather have meaning embodied in them. The first letter, A, stands for Antecedent meaning precedence. Basically, these are the stimuli events or activities that come immediately before a certain behavior. In the same context, B means the Behavior itself and lastly, letter C stands for Consequences. Consequences are the events that follow a certain response regarding the student’s behavior. Apparently, punishment means a painful response that is inflicted on somebody after doing something wrong for them to suffer as a lesson. An example is grounding a child for a week because of poor decision of opting to play with friends instead of doing house chores. On the other hand, consequences are the effects that are faced by an individual to make them learn from their mistakes. A good example is, a team getting defeated during a tournament after failing to practice regularly. First and foremost, adults play as the child’s role model meaning that their…