Greg Mortenson

from the responsibility they acclaim. This is evident in the lives of people who go against the norm and take proactive actions. An analysis of the source describes Greg Mortenson’s journey to conquer K2. His life could have ended in tragedy if it was not for locals who aided him in recovery. Their actions of service moved Mortenson…

Throughout history, nations have struggled with equality between men and women. Such nations like the United States, didn’t gain voting rights for women until the 1920’s and are still struggling with equal pay today. Afghanistan, in particular, has developed a culture that practices inequality towards women. As of current times, many girls go without education and rights. Overall, many liberties and justices are not being given to women in general. Living in the 20th century, this should not be…

At the age of two years old, the brain of a child has almost developed the same as the adult size while other parts of the child still have not grown as speedily as the brain. The growth of the brain extend the cognitive skills and motor skills (Pg 215). In the brain, there are two hemispheres; left and right. The right hemisphere controls the creative side while the left brain controls logical tasks. Surprisingly, there is a difference in lateralization for boys and girls. "Starting during the…

Fulfilling the will of Alfred Nobel, the Nobel Peace Prize recognizes and awards those who “have done the most or the best work for fraternity between nations, for the abolition or reduction of standing armies and for the holding of peace congresses” (Nobelprize.org). For over 100 years, the Norwegian Nobel Committee chooses awardees based on the criteria specified by Alfred Nobel. The outstanding works of Nelson Mandela, Elie Wiesel, Mother Teresa, and Malala Yousafzai all have one thing in…