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    Unlike Franklin and Winthrop, whose views were either very pro-religion to ambivalent towards religion, Jefferson was far less optimistic about religion and actively sought to marginalize its role in society. Like Franklin, Jefferson was a Deist in his personal beliefs, but unlike Franklin he was very cagey on discussing his religious beliefs to the public. Another commonality between Franklin and Jefferson was Jefferson’s deeply Enlightenment view…

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    through hard work, determination, and initiative” (Oxford Dictionaries). Benjamin Franklin, one of the founders of the U.S. and a statesman, author, publisher, scientist, inventor, and diplomat, was able to achieve the American dream, inspiring many educated people today. He begins as a young teenage boy with nothing, builds on his values in life, improves himself, and accomplished prosperity. Met with many obstacles, Franklin was able to surpass them with the help of friendly companions and…

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    From time to timer, as I reminisce on how my high school English courses were composed, I recall that students were essentially told what to write about and how to structure their assignments. In essence, when it came to writing papers, students were not given considerable freedom to express his or her thoughts. Ultimately and to some extent this instructional strategy hindered my writing, creative process, and interpretation development; although, I am grateful for being exposed to general…

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    Through several “repeated injuries and usurpations,” relations between colonial America and Imperial Britain in were at an unprecedented low, making an uprising among the discontent American public increasingly unavoidable. This coming revolution was substantial in that it was not merely a rebellion against a powerful government, but a total attack against the old-world ideas of monarchy and social class. Two influential men, both long critical of the English crown, published two of the most…

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    Ray Bradbury is an American author who through his many years has been successful. He has been popular over the many years by using elements. Similarly, his writing appeals to people who have interests incorporate futuristic world. "The Pedestrian" in particular is one short story Bradbury's known for. The story is about a man is 2052 where it is normal to stay inside using the Internet. While writing this short story, Bradbury used multiple different, unique methods to enhance the effect of his…

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    “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.”- John C. Maxwell. You are given the key to the United States, with this key comes great power. Do you believe you would use that power to help, defend, and treat others? Or would you use it selfishly? When people are given a leadership role, it can sometimes be uncertain what can happen. For example, Adolf Hitler was a leader who many believe was the worst leader in history. He was a man who thought of himself and world…

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    Robinson Crusoe was written during the Enlightenment by the British writer and political journalist Daniel Defoe (1660-1731). Defoe’s lyrics were cleverly written and well-debated and were significant for the English press development. The book describes a young man, who lives in England with his parents, but dreams about adventure and exploring the world. His father wants him to stay and work, live a normal life without any dangerous risks. The father tries in vain to convince his son to give…

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    Comparing the First and Second Great Awakening Based on historical context, the First and Second Great Awakening left a legacy that greatly influences and transformed America that we all know as it is today. Religion, culture, and political structure are few of the many impacts that each movement created. Even though both movements have distinct characteristics, they share commonalities amongst each other. The Second Great Awakening was more prominent with promising ramification than the First…

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    The pamphlet Common Sense was written by Thomas Paine in 1776.It was signed anonymously "by an Englishman". Paine's original title for the pamphlet was “Plain Truth” but his friend suggested “Common Sense” instead.” "Common Sense," was published during the American Revolution.It is the first pamphlet to advocate American independence and to openly request freedom from British control. He told Great Britain the advantages of being independent.This pamphlet inspired colonies. Thomas Paine wrote…

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    The French and American revolutions were two revolutions that had the mind to change the government and to set up a democracy so that everyone could have equal rights. These two revolutions had many similarities and differences. One similarity being that both wanted to escape the rule of their king. Second, is that both revolutions momentum behind their uprising’s was unfair taxation. Even though these two revolutions started out similarly they also had many differences, Some of the main…

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