Reflecting on the time period we have explored over the last couple of weeks regarding “Sea to Shining Sea” and Manifest Destiny, it is clear that this “Manifest Destiny” time period was marked by a strong belief in the divine right of the US to expand its territorial gains across the continent of North America. In addition, chapter 7 delves into the mid-1880s events leading up to the US invasion

The Casta system with its complex implications played a significant role in the Mexican war of independence by perpetuating a social hierarchy. The Casta system was a byproduct of colonial rule that contributed to widespread discontent among the non-Spanish populations in colonial Mexico. During the colonial period, the Casta system established a complex web of categories reflecting a specific societal position and racial mixture. The Mexican War of Independence was

The book chosen to present the final report related to the leadership practice is “She Thinks Like a Boss: Leadership: 9 Essential Skills for New Female Leaders in Business and the Workplace. How to Influence Teams Effectively and Combat Imposter Syndrome” written by Jemma Roedel. The author of the book is a successful entrepreneur and highly acclaimed writer based in the United Kingdom whose breakthrough writing “She Thinks Like a

VertexGate has rapidly emerged as a recognised player in the fintech industry by delivering a trading platform built around speed, precision, and innovation. Unlike many traditional platforms that rely on outdated frameworks, VertexGate introduces a modern, cloud-based infrastructure capable of handling millions of transactions without lag. Their proprietary algorithm ensures fast execution rates and minimal downtime, both crucial for traders operating in volatile markets. Real-time market data updates allow traders

Abstract Using the case study of a Pakistani television drama series, Baaghi [rebel], based on the life story of Qandeel Baloch —the scandalous and contentious social media figure who defied traditional codes of gender conduct until she was murdered in an honor killing— this paper explores violence against women as it is inscribed via clearly visibilized objectification processes. This research, through Visual Critical Discourse Analysis (VCDA), investigated how visual and

Introduction Figure: sourced from savorythoughts.com Haitian Macaroni Au Gratin, Makawoni O Graten, or Gratin De Macaroni is the Haitian version of cheese and mac. The Haitian Macaroni Au Gratin is a dish that is often reserved for most joyous and special occasions. Its rich and meaty flavour makes it a great deal to be consumed at peak times of someone’s big day like weddings and birthdays and other celebrations like

The episode that stands out as a defining moment in Don Quixote is in part 1, chapter 8, about the famous “Windmill”, which offers a deep insight into the character of Don Quixote in the novel. In this episode, the realistic author mistakes thirty or forty windmills for giants and attacks them with his lance despite warnings of Sancho Panza. He ends up breaking his lance and getting dragged by

The interpretation of fate in Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar and Sophocles’ Oedipus is that both literary pieces examine the idea of fate and tragedy but in a different way. Sophocles emphasizes the idea of unavoidable fate and predetermined destiny that may or may not be the result of the hero’s tragic flaw in his own character. However, Shakespeare introduces and emphasizes the idea of the free will of the human being

In Voltaire’s Candide, one of the significant scenes that reflects Voltaire’s understanding of human nature is the “Lisbon Earthquake” scene, which is indeed a direct reference to the real-life Lisbon earthquake that happened in 1755. This earthquake was a catastrophic and dreadful event that led to significant loss of properties and, most importantly, people’s lives. Context of the Scene At this stage of Candide’s journey, Candide has already been through

In Charles Dickens’s novella, A Christmas Carol, social responsibility and respect are the significant themes that criticize social injustice. Dickens uses the story to critique the features of Victorian society that used to keep people in poverty. One significant scene that illustrates the theme of social responsibility is when the Ghost of Christmas Present reveals Want and Ignorance, two emaciated children, who hide under the robe, to Ebenezer Scrooge, a

The article “Death and the Mid-Life Crisis” is selected to support the argument that the midlife crisis exists. This article discusses a decline in productivity among artists during the Middle Ages. The author suggests that the midlife phase is when adults grapple with the reality of mortality and the number of remaining productive years for one. While people go through significant changes, they often encounter a midlife crisis due to

Title of the Book and The Author The children’s book I have read, titled “A Kind of Spark”, is a touching novel by a neurodivergent writer, Elle McNicoll. The writer of this children’s book is also autistic, like the main character, and is passionate about disability representation and rights. The author is originally from Scotland and now lives in East London. “A Kind of Spark” is her debut children’s novel.

Colleges, universities, and schools face constant wear and tear on their bathrooms. With hundreds or even thousands of students using these facilities daily, bathtubs and sinks quickly lose their shine, becoming scratched, stained, and outdated. Old fixtures don’t just look bad—they also harbor dirt and bacteria, posing hygiene concerns. But is full replacement the only option? Absolutely not. Why Replacing Bathtubs Isn’t Always the Best Choice Replacing bathtubs in educational

Transition words are essential in the building of a coherent and well-structured essay for guiding readers through arguments that fit together. In fact, once mastered, their usage will significantly improve readability and, therefore, the impact of your writing. What is a Transition Word? Transition words are those words that link the sentence and the paragraphs. They reveal the relationship between the ideas and to the reader indicate how your essay

Consider the following line of reasoning. All dogs have tails. Maizie is dog. Therefore Maizie has a tail. Do you think that is a logical argument? Why do you say that? Would you still consider the argument logical if I told you that Maizie does not have a tail (she really doesn’t). Explain your reasoning about this situation. It is a logical argument based on the rules of logic that

In the negotiation process, people are the key actors who have the power to influence the relationship, the satisfaction, and the outcomes of the parties involved. People are important in the negotiation process because they have different needs, interests, goals, and values that motivate them to negotiate. Moreover, people have different perceptions, views, emotions, feelings, and biases that can alter the way they judge, present their point-of-view, and show their

Hero Dialogue In the Iliad, Achilles develops as a hero and the greatest warrior in the Achaean army during the Trojan War and is renowned for courage, skill, and superhuman strength in battle. To earn his designation as a hero, he leads the Myrmidons, a fierce and loyal group of warriors, in many successful raids against the Trojans. In the book XVI, Patroclus, the closest companion of Achilles, pleads with

Defunding police departments across the nation is a complex and controversial topic that has gained prominence in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests following the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer in 2020. The basic idea of defunding police departments across the nation is to reduce the amount of money allocated to law enforcement agencies, the police department in particular. The reduced money from the

What factors in the external environment led to Trump assessing TikTok as a threat to America? Describe each factor and how it influenced Trump’s decision. Be sure to label which part of the PESTELE model the factor belongs to. Hint 1, TikTok being owned by a Chinese company, Bytedance, is a big part of this. Hint 2, all factors in the PESTELE model except ecological factors are relevant to this