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years old and had little memory of Moldova. Even though I lived in the USA for six years, and was going to continue living here for the rest of my life, I still did not consider myself an American. 2009 was the first time I was going back to my home country after moving to the United States. I was excited, thinking I could finally meet some people who shared the same culture, values, and ideas…

Alex Auer 2017 World History Period 6 Katina Robalino Historical Context: Manifest Destiny Conflict and compromise is something that has been happening in our world for generations. One example in history is the dream of Manifest Destiny. Manifest Destiny was the belief that the United States was destined to extend its territory west to the Pacific Ocean and also had a considerable impact on American policy in the 1800s. Manifest destiny was the main influence for the huge expansion of the…

The History of the King Elvis Presley is a well-known name in pop culture, a synonym of talent, the man who “rose to fame in the mid-1950s—on the radio, TV and the silver screen—and continues to be one of the biggest names in rock 'n' roll” (“Elvis Presley Biography”). Many people recognize his legacy as an icon but seem to be oblivious to the history behind the individual nicknamed as “The King”. Elvis Presley’s life is the story of a man that, despite his humble childhood, managed to gain…

Rap and Country Everyone around the world listens to various types of music. In America the two most popular kinds of music are Rap and Country. As they seem to be very different types of music they have multiple similarities. Rap and Country music have more differences than similarities. Rap and Country music have become the two most popular choice of music in America. There is a lot of argument that these two types of music are nothing alike but in fact there are many similarities. Rap…

career. Elvis Presley was an revolutionist that rebelled against the status quo and changed music to what it is today. With his sui generis singing voice, his effort on racism, and influence that affected other artists, including blues, jazz and country artists he changed the way music was heard for all of time. Elvis Presley’s vocal range was described as “all at once a tenor, a baritone and a bass, the most unusual voice I've ever heard” ("Impressive Vocal Ranges of 6 Rock Singers." Audio and…

The Basque people have throughout history endured a prolonged fight for their right to become an independent country and live together in unity. As they are split in two countries, progress seems far away. Furthermore, since they are living in two different countries and, therefore, speaking two different languages communication provides an interesting difference for comparing and contrasting. This essay shall introduce into the Basque culture regarding their cultural and intercultural issues.…

"Gospel is first and foremost a direct descendent of spirituals. What Thomas Dorsey and his friends kept as the defining attributes of gospel music - the call-and-response format, ample room for improvisation, rhythm, frequent use of the flatted seventh and third in melodies - remain true even today. The elements introduced by later musical forms, such as close harmonies, a sense of professionalism , showmanship, the regular use of an AAB rhyming scheme, and a pronounce beat all endure, but are…

The impact has raised serious concerns for the planet and it sustainability. The population increases in both developed countries and underdeveloped countries as well. The environmental impact of each is starkly different for one another and should be compared accordingly as each impacts the environment differently. Environmental Impact of Developing Countries Developing countries,…

Each of these countries was looking out for themselves while making these pacts. These alliances were said to have been a major reason for the fast-paced development of the war as many countries which had no business in the war were forced to take part in the war. An example of this would be Germany’s alliance with Austria-Hungary, which was one of the…

Although only approximately 3 million jobs were created, the unemployment rate remains tremendously high throughout this developing country (“Push Factors”). Knowing this fact, many graduates choose to migrate to the United States, “where their skills and lower wage demands appeal to high-tech companies.” (“Push Factors”). As a result, their skills are great demands for American corporations…