James Naismith

Both of the political parties, Federalist and Republicans, have many different opinions on how to run America. One of the differences is how each party views the Constitution. The Federalists interpret the Constitution loosely, while the Republicans interpreted it strictly. The Republicans view the Constitution very strictly, unlike the Democrats. Jefferson and Madison, the founders of the Republicans, believed in a strict interpretation. They thought the idea of a national bank wasn’t…

In the classic animated film, Monsters University, directed by Dan Scanlon, the characters teach us many vital life lessons. First off, the main character Mike Wazowski, a not-so-scary monster, has always dreamed of being a professional scarer but after getting expelled from Monsters University he thinks this dream and life is “ Over, it’s all over.” (Scanlon, x:xx). Once Mike starts over and gets a job he realized that he can still be a scarer it just might take a little longer than others.…

Living in America, life should be richer, and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement, regardless of social class or circumstances of birth. Everyone around the world conflicts with their differences and in America, not everyone agrees. Some have stronger beliefs than others and sometimes we meet in the middle. Living in America we have created a diverse society by expressing true opinions and understanding the value our country has to offer. Everyone…

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley is a horror story revolving around Victor Frankenstein’s obsession for success and science. Born out of great scientific knowledge and months of ardent dedication, the Creature should have been the pride of his creator, Frankenstein. However, Frankenstein is blinded by a scientific education; his ignorance of moral implications allows him to create life carelessly and pursue a god-like figure. Unable to face the consequences of his actions, Frankenstein rushes away,…

Everyone needs a friend, good or bad they all have feelings deep down. As you have read in the book Frankenstein, the “Monster” named Frankenstein also has these feelings about needing a companion to get through life. I feel everyone should go through life with someone by their side. Whether you are human or not you are going to have to rely on someone or something besides yourself, but there is plenty of things that can go wrong. Frankenstein feels he needs someone to love him to live a happy…

The film ‘Avatar’ was controversial in nature and questioned some sensitive and important issues. By doing this, James Cameron sends a warning to his western audience. The film demonstrates that terror only leads to more terror. It presents to the audience how beliefs of righteousness cause conflict between parties, warning the audience not to make the same mistakes. Furthermore, James Cameron’s production warns his audience about ignorance, showing the importance of listening and understanding.…

Moreover, Frankenstein portrays two characters on a quest for perfection. At the beginning of the book Walton is trying to perfect navigation and attain a goal that is unnatural. He tries to map the North Pole, a daunting task, and achieve something that has not been documented in human history. However at the end, he is unsuccessful and returns home with dead and weary sailors. Similarly, many Romantic authors believed that a unnatural task will lead to a miserable life if not demise. In the…

Despite Frankenstein's creature being created with the qualities and emotional capabilities of a human-being, his physical appearance forced him to live a life of rejection and isolation. Before even learning the simple basics of complex emotions, he was repudiated from society or in particular, The De Lacey family. Regardless of the attacks and agony he faced for being a ‘monster’ based on his physical appearance alone, the creature choose to avoid actually hurting their family. “But my heart…

"Dr. Box is a man bent on revenge against anyone and everyone who ever crosses him in even the slightest way. Even if it takes decades. As a medical doctor, he uses his position to exact that revenge in a way that could cause more sensitive readers to swear off medical care forever. Eventually, over the course of this slim novel, Locke allows us to see past the gruff exterior to realize that, Dr. Box, while monstrous, is not the worst creature walking the planet; unfortunately, there are far…

It all started on a dark stormy night while playing chess. A man from a faraway land knocks on the door. He told the whites about the monkey paw and told how it worked. The paw will let you make three wishes. In the story “Monkey paw” the son Herbert dies and Sargent is in the blame. Even through Sargent knew what will happen when you make a wish with the paw, he still cause why Herbert death. Even after Sargent major’s had his own experience with the paw. Why did Sargent major bring the paw to…