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Protagonist: Mike Silva, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s senior supervisory officer for Goldman Sachs. Main Issue: The main problem in this case is Mike Silva needs to figure out how to get Carmen Seggara to change her disruptive personality in order to communicate more effectively with the rest of her management staff and fellow employees. Many staff members have gotten frustrated because of her negative criticism. Sub-elements of the Main Issue: The additional issues that will have to…

Gladiator- First Quarter Extra Credit The Ridley Scott movie, “Gladiator”, starring Russell Crowe as Maximus, is the story of a Roman general who was asked to become the new emperor of Rome by the dying Marcus Aurelius. This angered and power-hungry the son of Marcus, Commodus, then killed his father before Maximus could make his decision. Commodus became the new emperor of Rome and ordered for Maximus to be killed. Maximus escaped from the officers who were going to execute him, and stole their…

Marcus Aurelius and Fahrenheit 451 Marcus Aurelius was an advocator of stoicism. Stoicism is the endurance of pain or hardship without complaint or display of feelings. He believed that people should just be happy and not worry about anything bad happening to them. These beliefs are shown in the society in Fahrenheit 451. The people are also told to live in happiness with no care about any bad things happening. Beatty often mentioned that his main goal as a leader was to keep the people brain…

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Marcus Aurelius was born in 121 C.E. Marcus became Emperor in AD 161, initially alongside Lucius Versus. He became the sole Emperor in AD 169. Continual attacks meant that a lot of his reign was spent on campaign, especially in central Europe. It is important to realize the gravity of that position and the magnitude of power that Marcus possessed. He held one of, if not the most, powerful positions in the world. If he chose to, nothing would be off limits. He could indulge and succumb to…

Marcus Aurelius was considered the last of the “Five Good Emperors”. Marcus Aurelius was born on April 26, 121 AD, in Rome, Italy. He was known for his philosophical interests and was one of the most respected emperors. He was born into a wealthy and influential family. He learned Latin and Greek. He was most interested in Stoicism, Greek philosophy focused on fate, reason, and self-restraint. In 138 he was adopted by Aurelius Antonius. Antonius was selected by Emperor Hadrian to be the next…

of his slain enemies. The chronicles the story of General Maximus Decimus Meridus (Russell Crowe) and begins one night when the emperor, Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris), reveals to his son, Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix), that he wishes for Maximus to become his successor. In a fit of rage, Commodus murders his father and declares himself as Marcus Aurelius’ successor. Soon after, Commodus calls for Maximus and orders him to swear fealty. Refusing to pledge his allegiance to the new emperor…

The Persecution Under Marcus Aurelius Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor reign from 160 to 181 AD. In the Roman history, Marcus was called one of the five good emperors because how good the country grow, under his control, the Roman became stronger and stronger, it’s one of the most strongest time of Rome. Marcus Aurelius believe in Stoicism and he is a strong-willed man. Because of this, the persecution under Marcus Aurelius is fierce. The cruelties used in this persecution was horrible at…

Characterized by her calmness, Lucilla acts justly and honorably despite slights from both her father and her brother. So, what allows Lucilla to remain calm when others find themselves brimming with anger, hatred and the desire for revenge? Initially, Marcus Aurelius insults his daughter, Lucilla, by acknowledging that she would make a great Caesar, but neglects to grant her any authority on account of her gender. Lucilla, however, remains calm and shows no sign of anger at this insult.…

deaths of three very heroic military leaders. However, Marcus Luttrell, also known as, "the Lone Survivor," was able to persevere through the unimaginable and live to relay a story of pure bravery, leadership and courage; one that is transcendent. Lieutenant Michael Murphy, one of the four Navy SEALS who unfortunately perished that day, truly encompassed what it means to be a leader and hero. Lieutenant Murphy continually receives praise from Marcus Luttrell throughout the novel stating that…