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Lindsay G. Robertson's Conquest by Law: How the Discovery of America Dispossessed Indigenous Peoples of Their Lands centers on the landmark 1823 Supreme Court case Johnson vs. M'Intosh. Robertson's research provides previously undiscovered knowledge of the circumstances surrounding the case, placing the case in a new context. Robertson tells the story of a costly mistake, one made by the American judicial system but paid for by indigenous people who to this day suffer from the effects of…

1. Describe the Initiate's life before the Call Before the Call, the initiate, Ponyboy, is a 14 year old boy who lives with his two brothers Sodapop and Darry. He lives in a society where the population is separated into two different gangs : the Socs (the rich kids from the West-side) and the Greasers (the kids from the East-side). The Socs are a very brutal gang that enjoy bullying and attaking the Greasers : "Not like the Socs [..] for kicks" (page 3). 2. The Call, where conflict is…

From Equality 7-2521 to Prometheus: The Transformation of the Protagonist in “Anthem” The protagonist in the novel “Anthem” by Ayn Rand undergoes three major transformations. These developments in the character are best exemplified by the character’s change in names. At the very beginning of the book, the hero of the story is identified by himself and all of his peers by the assigned title Equality 7-2521. After Equality meets his romantic interest, Liberty 5-3000, he receives a new name, the…

Cosmography is the study of the known world and its place in the cosmos. This study played a significant role in our understanding of how the New World was discovered. In 1506, two men by the names of Matthias Ringmann and Martin Waldseemüller, collaborated together on a magnificent map that depicted something no one had ever seen before. Through the descriptive letters from a Florentine merchant, Amerigo Vespucci, Ringmann and Waldseemüller were able to formulate a textbook titled, Introduction…

APARTMENT) and RFP # 3 (ALL DOCUMENTS, including but not limited to witness statements, that refer or relate to an attack on PLAINTIFF by Mr. Ralph Bailey, which occurred in March 2016, at the APARTMENT). However, Defendant contends that the requested discovery statements at issue were made to their insurance adjusters in anticipation of trial and are therefore privileged and protected under the work-product doctrine. In McNulty v Bally’s Park Place, Inc., 120 F.R.D. 27 (1988), Plaintiff was…

Strengths: - Foreshadow to the client the reason why we are mailing out the documents. - Foreshadow to the client how long it would take for documents to be received. Opportunities: - Did the Advocate insert relevant and effective LJN’s/Codes? Bryan noted the account as a document request Bryan should have included that the client is upset with our decision of not refunding the deposit and has hired a private investigator to look into documentation. - Empathy: When client said that…

The Columbian Exchange acknowledges that one of the most significant events in history started in 1492 with the discovery of new western lands. The Columbian Exchange consisted of cultural and market trades of goods and people. The trades consisted of many items but most importantly the trade of livestock and crops between America and European countries became the largest advancement towards modern day society. America has gained more knowledge, now having access to farming, they took advantage…

Discovery Channel Conditional Imposing or depending on or containing a condition Discovery Channel Conformist Someone who conforms to established standards of conduct (especially in religious matters) Discovery Channel Conundrum A difficult problem Discovery Channel Convergence The act of converging (coming closer) Discovery Channel Deleterious Harmful to living things Discovery Channel Perfidious Tending to betray; especially having a treacherous…

transporting goods on foot. Dias’ discovery not only improved relationships between Europe and Asia, but also strengthened Portugal’s economy as a result. Not only did Dias establish a sea route from Europe to Asia, but charts…

language barrier. In the mid-15th century, Europe began to expand and launch out into different territories globally. The Eastern hemisphere knew very little about the Western hemisphere and vice versa. Europe was entering what is called the “Age of Discovery which is a period from the 15th to 18th century and involves overseas…