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    Atticus finch was a kind and respectable father with strong personal values. In chapter one he is portrayed as a satisfactory father with a dismal background. This is demonstrated in the description of him when it is said that he played with his children, but he gives them what as described in the novel as “courteous detachment”. I think the kids also respect Atticus very much as well. Though Atticus is not overprotective in any way, he is still nurturing. The background that is given describes…

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    Essay On Humorous Day

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    morning. Welcome graduates, parents, friends, and other family members, faculty and staff of Northern New Mexico College including President Barcelo and Board members thank you for coming to celebrate this glorious day with us. It brings me great honor to be standing here in front of all of you representing the class of 2015. First order of business I would like to welcome my fellow graduates to the 2015 College hall of fame, we did it! My name is Joshua Padilla , I was born and raised right…

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    of the play juliet is exceedingly obedient and respectful. When Juliet’s mother calls for her, juliet answers by saying, “ Madam, I am here. What is your will?”(William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet,1.3.5). Juliet says this as if her mother's will is her very own. This also shows how she respects her mother by using the word madam…

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    Death is not the end, but it is the beginning of a movement; therefore, the rebellion is necessary for any growing society. This is presented by the author and tragic poet Sophocles in his works, through brave characters that are going to be capable of challenging the government and the authority of the gods. For example, the work of Oedipus the King presents a strong man willing to do everything when it comes to his people, justice and truth. Also, the work of Antigone features a woman with…

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    Abigail Williams Trial

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    members of the jury, on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. You make an honest living by farming your land and trying to live happily with your neighbors. When you do not understand something, you go to God to look for answers. You do not look to scientific reason when situations become convoluted. You try to live your lives as God would want you to and you go to church on Sunday to worship Him. You strive to help your neighbors follow in His ways. And, when someone is deviating from Christ, you…

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    Judaism Beliefs

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    Judaism, one of the oldest religions in the world, teaches several doctrines such as those about God, the Messiah, human beings, and the universe, making their beliefs very important however, some of their beliefs are similar to other religions around the world, like monotheism with Christianity and Islam. Judaism ultimate reality is a single powerful god, who not only created the universe, but with whom every Jew can have an individual and personal relationship. Their relationship with god is…

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    My cancer experience is not your typical one. Cancer is known for taking the ones we love, but in my case, Cancer is responsible for reuniting me with my father. First, let me give you a glimpse into our family history. My father was only 19 years old when I was born. He was not sure how to be a proper husband or father, due to the fact that he never knew his own father. As a result my parents divorced when I was 2 years old. Shortly after their divorce my father was arrested for smuggling a…

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    Section: Date: LC 7.05 Romeo and Juliet (10 Points) 1. Describe the relationship between Juliet and her mother. How does Lady Capulet treat Juliet after she refuses to marry Paris? Answer in at least one(1) paragraph. Use at least one(1) quote from the play to support your answer. Juliet is not very close to her mother, they are very distant from each other. Juliet loves her mother and doesn’t want to disappoint her mom but she doesn’t want to follow the rules either. Juliet is close to…

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    lights. It was so cold yet, I felt the warmth synergy radiate from the souls of the crowd. I took a stroll through the masses of people to the nearest garbage can. Which, I disposed some cigarette buds into. There by that garbage can, I saw a mother, a father, and a young child. The child was holding a small hand painted sign that said “I Believe In The Good Things Coming.” (One of Nahko & MFTP’s song lines.) That young child, who stood before me, sang and twirled with all her…

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    My mother always wanted me to embrace my Judaism. I ask Thomas, “Do you know about shiva?” I tell him what I remember about the mourning ritual. For seven days, I must only think of my mother. I must recite stories about her. I must not look into a mirror. I must honor her. I must immerse myself in her memory. Thomas grunts. After a while, he says, “No one alive who’d sit shiva for me.” He rolls up his window. “Your mom must have been a good lady.” “Maybe,” I say. “My mom was at Berkeley during…

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