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- 11751: Hamlet 5
- William Shakespeare s masterpiece, "Hamlet, Prince of Denmark" is a tragic drama which revolves around the themes of betrayal, vengeance and procrastination. Although these concepts are shown throughout the play, they are especially shown in Act V, Scene ... three basic ideas of the play. It exemplifies how these three particular ideas lead to the downfall of almost all of the major characters. The scene opens with two gravediggers preparing a site for Ophelia s burial. As they dig, they discuss the questionable circumstances of her death. They ponder whether her drowning was intentional or accidental. Hamlet and Horatio, unaware of who is going to be buried at this site ... was playing with belonged to an old court jester, he once knew. He starts discus how death makes even the most powerful men, like Caeser, nothing but dust, but his speech is interrupted by Ophelia s, funeral procession. Hamlet and Horatio hide to observe what is happening and determine whose death everyone is mourning. As they watch Claudius, Gertrude and Laertes lament for the unknown person, it is learned that ...
- 11752: An Analysis of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
- ... by giving us this warning Twain admits to the existence of a clear motive, morality, and a strong plot in his masterpiece. Nonetheless, Huckleberry Finn, through examples of hypocrisy, greed, violence, and racism, shows Twain's pessimistic view of society and corruption of the human race as a whole. To understand the pessimism of the book, we must first understand Huck. Huck is a character though whose eyes we see the ... chooses not to take sides on any matter, but instead be indifferent towards it. Huck avoids moral decision making throughout the book as much as possible. In the end of the book Twain saves Huck's indifferent persona by bringing in Tom to make the decisions for him. Some may argue that in saving Jim , Huck saves face for the human race, giving a sense of hope for the future. However ... was useless, that the same ends could have been met by staying home. Violence plays a large role in the unflattering portrayal of man. In the opening chapters we see young Huck joining Tom Sawyer's band of murderers and thieves. "We stop stages and carriages on the road, with masks on, and kill the people and take their watches and money." (10) Although the reader realizes that the "gang" ...
- 11753: Suicide The Right To Die
- ... to anybody if asked for it, nor will I make a suggestion to this effect" -- The Hippocratic Oath Physician-Assisted suicide is one of the most controversial issues in our society today. During the 1990's, assisted suicide has become the subject of public debate and legislative action across the nation. Even the U.S Supreme Court has been involved in critical decisions involving the legalization of Physician-assisted suicide. These matters call into question the ethical standards and legal bases for all Doctors and Health Care Providers. The American ... ethical, religious and medical arguments. They are very complex and lengthy. Listed are just a few simplified issues from both sides of the debate. Arguments for Assisted Suicide A person should have control over one's own body. This is a fundamental right, and individuals should have a "right to die". The values of individual well being and compassion for suffering mandate that we end suffering when we are able ...
- 11754: Isdn For Small Business
- ... connection between a user and the telephone provider. Small businesses and individuals are requiring internet access to conduct day to day transactions. The connection speed to the internet could be the key to a business’s’ success and a source of unnecessary expense to an individual. This can be a confusing and complicated process. Today an individual or business has numerous options for a connection to the internet. This ranges from ... Van Slyke 199-200) Intention of ISDN The ISDN was developed to be a worldwide public telecommunications network to replace existing public telecommunications networks and deliver a wide variety of services. Most of the world's existing telephone network is already digital between the telephone exchanges. The only part that typically is not digital is the section that runs from the local exchange to your house or office. ISDN makes that ... used by business with large communication needs. Usage of PRI PRI can handle either 23 or 30 bearer channels and can operate at 1.544 and 2.048 Mbytes. (Stalling, Van Slyke 201 -204) It's mainly used for connecting large networks directly or connecting a company's various backbones via ISPs (Internet service providers). Figure 1 is a conceptual view of the PRI ISDN. How BRI Works BRI makes ...
- 11755: Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD)
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) There are now more than twenty disorders recognized as being transmitted primarily by sexual means. The more familiar STD's are AIDS, gonorhea, syphilis, chlamydia-related infections, genital herpes, candidiasis, nonspecific vaginitis, trichomoniasis, pediculosis, scabies, and urinary tract infections. GONORRHEA One of the most frequently encountered communicable diseases in the U.S. It is caused by the bacterium Neisseria Gonorrihoeae, which is common all over the world today and can only thrive in human beings. There is no way to acquire immunity to this disease. Anyone who ... gonorhea usually strikes first at the urethra, the tube that extends from the bladder to the tip of the penis. A burning sensation during urination may be experienced due to the irritation of the urethra's mucosal lining. Many males may also notice and abnormal discharge from the penis. The penis itself may be red or swollen at the tip. Urination may become more frequent or difficult. Occasionally, no symptoms ...
- 11756: Ukraine
- Ukraine LAND Ukraine's size is about 233,000 sq. miles. It is located to the north of the Black Sea. It is bordered by Romania, Hungary, Czechoslovakia, and Poland. Most of the land is flat. The only uplands ... a high degree of sophistication, elegance, and artistry. Components of Ukrainian dress are universal. These include skirts, shirts, and a sleeveless jacket or vest. Shirts are generally long-sleeved and go down to a person’s ankles or knees. Women’s clothing is more elaborate then men’s. ECONOMY Ukraine has many characteristics that could make it a major European economy. It has rich farmlands, a well-developed industrial base, trained labor, and a good ...
- 11757: Depression The Sadness Disease
- ... and disappointed with what we find? Leaving us in a state of depression and unstableness. Turning us into not only a society of dismal people, but people that are left spiritless and melancholic? In today’s society depression is referred to as the “common cold of the mental health problems.” More than 5 percent of Americans have depression, that equates to an astonishing 15 million people. It is said that 1 ... The first causes are the biological causes are thought to be (1) heredity which includes the individuals inherit directly as well as genetic transmission of vulnerability. (2) physiological disturbance, which currently focuses on the body’s neurochemical, endocrine, and limbic systems. Psychological causes are thought to include (1) family origin, which focuses on the general area of personality and its development, and on particular consequences of child rearing. (2) social influences ... can add to this are those of abusing alcohol and drugs as a means of escape. It is said that Baby Boomers may be a reaction to the emotional disruptions of growing up in 1950's and 60's America with its unprecedented rates of divorce and relocation, leading to losses of family, friends, and community. The Baby Boom generation also came of age during a time of record economic ...
- 11758: Plot Flaws In The Great Gatsby
- ... the majority of the main characters lived and interacted with one another. That was until chapter seven of the novel. Nick Carraway and Jay Gatsby have been invited to tea at Tom and Daisy Buchanan’s home. This was a very critical portion of the plot due to the increasing pressures Gatsby and Daisy are feeling about their relationship, and when they will tell Tom of their affair. It was very ... than where they had already been. Daisy and Gatsby tell Tom of their encounters and then they all decide to go home. Why did this needless act that could have occurred back at the Buchanan’s occur? Its only purpose was to set the stage for the hit and run incident that takes place on the trip home. It was merely an easy, but awkward way to get the characters where ... them. Another flaw in the plot line was that of obvious sequence manipulation. An example of this was when they decided to go to town in chapter seven. Tom, Nick, and Jordan go in Gatsby’s car, and Gatsby and Daisy go in Tom’s. Then on their return they have the same car arrangements. This was very unusual particularly with the circumstances surrounding Gatsby, Tom, and Daisy’s conversation ...
- 11759: Animal Farm: Historically And Politically Allegorized As The Russian Revolution
- Animal Farm: Historically And Politically Allegorized As The Russian Revolution George Orwell’s, Animal Farm, is historically and politically allegorized as the Russian revolution. The characters and events are allegorically related to the Russian revolution by which the similarities between them are corresponding. With Mr. Jones as Nicholas ... they deserved. They believed that for the hard work and dedication that they put into getting things done, the people and animals deserved more food, money and proper living conditions. Another character in George Orwell’s, Animal farm that was allegorized as a character from the Russian revolution is Boxer, a hard working cart-horse. Boxer is allegorized as the proletariats, a class known as the working class. One of Boxer’s famous sayings is “I will just work harder” said throughout the novel. The Proletariats are ninety percent of Russia’s workers, Boxer does ninety percent of the work on the manor. Both Boxer and ...
- 11760: Young Voters Showing Apathy
- During the 60's, young adults made their presence felt not just by their use of marijuana or weird clothes and hairstyles, but more so because they were intent to make a difference. They protested rallied and marched to any cause they deemed worthy. Furthermore, young adults also realized the importance of voting by taking their issues right to the polls. Unfortunately, times have changed and today's young adults no longer feel the need to make a difference. Today's Generation X has developed a lackadaisical attitude when it comes to voting. The main reasons for apathy among young voters are today's young adults lack interest, knowledge and trust in American politics. According ...
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