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    someone who lived thousands of years ago, like during the time period depicted in Homer’s epic poem, The Odyssey, but that doesn’t stop the timeless idea of the human experience from being applicable to any person at any time. The epic’s focal point, while being an unusual hero in a differing time period, embodies the sum of human experience that is incredibly relatable to people of all backgrounds, even today. The epic poem’s extension, Tennyson’s poem Ulysses, reminisces Odysseus’ journey,…

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    The Warrior III Pose is the last in the series of Warrior Poses and represents the fierce Hindu warrior Virabhadra. This third version of the Warrior Pose depicts Virabhadra moving swiftly and attacking the enemy. HOW TO Start in Tadasana, or standing position with your legs shoulder-width apart and arms at your sides. Step your left foot back about two feet and keep your weight on your right leg. Inhale and bring your arms above your head with palms facing toward each other and perpendicular to…

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    English Analytical Writing Henry V demonstrates his ability to make all of his men feel valued and equal by giving them opportunities to be able to perform at highest peak . He chose any man for whom would help him go to war and fight. In his eyes all of those men were equal. (“ Gods will !” I pray thee, wish not one man more) is evidence of him wishing for the same thing for all of his troops and not wanting anything less of them. Also ( “ Then will he strip his sleeve and show his scars. And…

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    task, Harry had to fight a dragon to retrieve an egg, in Arthurian legends, dragons have always been a prominent feature as Arthur sent out to hunt a “dragon that had laid waste to [the Seven Estuary] part of the kingdom” (Mersey p.51) as well as in Geoffrey of Monmouth’s History of the King’s of Britain, Merlin is a boy who finds two dragons buried under a tower and then made a prophecy about the coming of Arthur. In Harry’s second task, he had to rescue Ron from the depths of a lake. Harry…

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    Have you ever wonder the evolution of certain animals? My wonders are how komodo dragons evolved to be the way they are. What are komodo dragons adaptations like and how come they have had to adapt that way? What are the organisms that are closest related to a komodo dragon? How did the komodo dragon get to what it is from its ancestors? What kind of adaptations do these huge animals have? Komodo dragons long nails are able to slice their prey's throat and instantly kill them. Their long…

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    Beowulf is an epic poem that was written many centuries ago sometime between the 8th and 11th century where the story took place somewhere in Scandinavia. In this poem these story are told in the same manner that one would hear stories of Hercules and or Perseus the sons of Zeus and their journey to many victories and triumphs. These folklore were well respected in the Anglo-Saxon civilization .What would compare Beowulf to these legendary heroes are the great strength of power, courage honor,…

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    In chapter 3 of The Hobbit Gandalf, Thorin, Bilbo, and the dwarves go up the Misty Mountains and see Rivendell. The difference between the way Bilbo and dwarves see Rivendell is the fact that Bilbo thinks the elves are good hearted creatures. But the dwarves know better so they do not necessarily like the elves, that and the fact that the elves make fun of the dwarves “long beards”. That is the main difference between the way Bilbo and the dwarves see Rivendell. They also meet an elf-friend…

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    The Power of Honorability ‘Honorable’ is one of the most meaningful and powerful connotations in today’s society. To have honor is to have the utmost respect and privilege, to be responsible and proud. Honorability has vast amounts of definitions within each culture and period of time. Honor is a word that has often been coincided with the idea of masculinity throughout time; men dueling to defend their honor back in the 20th century was not uncommon. It’s quite obvious that along with many…

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    In literature there are many characters who show great strengths and weaknesses in the story. In Achebe’s publication, Things Fall Apart, Achebe displays many strengths and weakness in his main character, Okonkwo. In the novel, Okonkwo encounters several situations where he reveals these exact characteristics. Okonkwo the protagonist, is character who has is made up of strengths and as well as, weaknesses. Okonkwo is viewed as a man who possesses many strengths. One of Okonkwo's main…

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    In the tales of Beowulf, Beowulf exemplifies strength, courage, and bravery. Beowulf is the son of Healfdan the great king of the geets. Beowulf sailed from the great kingdom of Geetland to Herot. Beowulf offered to help the kingdom of Herot by fight the great and powerful Grendel. Grendel was a demon from hell. Grendel was attacking the Herot’s because he was in pain from the loud noises in the hall. They were playing harp’s and rejoicing various songs. Grendel went that night and attacked…

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