Cedar Rapids

If you ever get scared or nervous when it comes to roller coasters, me too. The roller coasters height and turns trigger the excitement of many. When I rode my first roller coaster, at Disneyland, my father told me, before going on, that it may look high and scary, but if you keep your head back and hold on you will have an exciting experience. Later on, I learned that keeping your head back and holding on causes less back and neck pain. The impact on the neck when the roller coaster has stopped…

A wild man was created for Gilgamesh. He was called Enkidu and the king quickly found solace and company in him. When Enkidu dies, Gilgamesh realizes that he too, is mortal. He goes on a quest for everlasting life and learns that he can not complete every task he sets for himself. The lessons he learns from these adventures should make him a better king. Whether he becomes better, is up for discussion. In history, tyrants are usually overthrown, killed, or both. Gilgamesh was lucky he was not…

One allusion present in Oedipus Rex is the allusion to the Sphinx. The Sphinx is referenced with the priest describing the current situation of Thebes in the beginning. The priest provides some context for this play by saying that Oedipus “save us from the Sphinx, that flinty singer, and the tribute we paid to her so long” (Prologue, 38). The Sphinx was basically a monster that plagued the town of Thebes prior to Oedipus’ arrival. Oedipus saved Thebes from the Sphinx and its plague by answering…

A rollercoaster ride is an experience few can forget. Most people have felt the rush of adrenaline right before the final drop, some crave it while others are terrified of it. Literature is not different from roller coaster when it comes to the buildup and rising and the falling action. Not only does the plot development chart looks like a physical rollercoaster; it describes a person’s emotion throughout the ride. In Candy’s Gourlay’s Tall Story, it presented a story about a tall boy who moved…

Gilgamesh the Immortal The concept of human mortality and our death being inevitable has been an ongoing theme in literature, stories, and even the human mind. It can be said that death was still a key concern for Mesopotamian society and many other civilizations who retold the “Epic of Gilgamesh”, because survival was still a concern. The story was centered around the main protagonist Gilgamesh, the King of Uruk who was two thirds god and his inevitable realization that death is imminent. The…

We went to Kings Dominion yesterday and it was really fun. I’m scared of height, so I never really ride anything, but yesterday my friends force me on the Domination ride, it was one of those big roller coasters. I keep on telling them I can’t ride it and I’m really scared, but everybody just ignores me while they dragged by my arms and the other pushes me from behind to get on. Once we got down, they asked how was it and I said it wasn’t as bad as I thought and I actually like it. Then we went…

“You are not afraid of heights, you are afraid of falling.” This means no matter how tall it is you are going to be afraid to fall. I am afraid of tall rides but what really scares me is falling. I am afraid of heights. They are my biggest fear. I hate roller coasters; they go so fast and move side to side and up and down. I remember the first time I got on a roller coaster, it was with my dad. At the moment it seemed really fun and attempting. My dad and I got on and buckled up, it starting…

that motivates, inspires and creates a change in Gilgamesh. Love is the motivating force that encourage Gilgamesh to fight Humbaba. In an effort to regain the love and respect of his people Gilgamesh embarks in the journey to kill the guarding of the Cedar Forest. Humbaba is the personification of fear and malice in the world. By killing him even against the wishes of the gods Gilgamesh will “establish eternal fame” (TNAWL Pg.111) and protect his people. His desire to be love motivates him in…

Ever wish you could ride a wonderful roller coaster that will blow you away? Want a chance to relax and cool off? Well then, I invite you to come and ride the Wacky Waterfall at Kennywood in Pittsburgh, PA. This is an intense ride with a 200 foot drop! However, keep in mind that you are guaranteed to become wet on this roller coaster; which is wonderful for a super hot summer day! While waiting in line, take advantage of snack stations along the way to grab a treat before boarding the train…

Why hello there adventurers, are you ready to soar through the jungle on the new hit roller coaster Roaring Tiger? There are some pretty interesting things about this coaster I think you all will certainly enjoy. 855 feet (260.604 in meters) will be covered by this coaster, additionally the ride will reach a top speed of 90 miles per hour! To get into that raging speed, the car accelerates from 5-90 miles per hour in a blink of a second. Plus, each cart itself without a passenger is about 550…