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    In spite of being one of the incidental causes of the Trojan War, Helen of Troy was the most alluring female in all of Greece. Zeus is the father of Helen, and her mother thought to be either Nemesis or Leda since there are many different versions of the story. In addition, Helen might be the sister of the Dioscuri (the mortals Polydeuces and Castor) because they share the same father, but it is unexplained if they share the same mother. However, the Dioscuri seems to possibly have a different…

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    In Star Wars: A New Hope by George Lucas contains many fantasy elements, one of the strongest being magic. In fantasy and science fiction movies, magic may be introduced as supernatural powers, the use of a paranormal energy, wizardry, god or god-like force. When a magic element is present, the characters can enhance their natural ability which results in an unexpected plot twist. In Star War: A New Hope, the primary source of magic is the Force. The Force helps Jedi’s and Sith’s develop and…

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    My family is an open-minded one; I was raised to have respect for people of all backgrounds. Growing up in this country, I realize that those like myself tend to (unless otherwise instilled in them by environmental factors such as friends and family) be accustomed to a multitude of different types of people. As a second-generation immigrant and having spent a couple of years overseas, I understand to what degree acceptance and tolerance are issues in the minds and attitudes of people. Initially…

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    Charlie and Henry are both characters in the two novellas The Soldier’s Heart and The Red Badge of Courage. The two novellas have just a few differences. The two novellas have a whole heap of resemblances and tell a similar story. The Soldier’s Heart and The Red Badge of Courage have a whole heap of similarities with very few differences. The two novellas have just a small number of differences here are a few. Charlie came from Minnesota and Henry came from Ohio. At the start of the war Henry…

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    gods were created to make people happy or sad and to explain things like disasters.Almost every religion or culture has a god. The gods stories were created by homer they were used to explain everyday things that happened if it stormed people thought it was Zeus doing it. People believed When they fought they would pray to their god to let them win, people who didn't pray usually lost. Gods were invented before the bible. Thanatos had a family, including parents…

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    Iron Man Stereotypes

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    Superhero films create a world of fantasy in which “good” guys always stop the “evil” guys from hurting innocent victims. Undoubtedly, Tony Stark, also known as Iron Man, has been portrayed as a superhero throughout The Avengers, Iron Man, Iron Man 2 and Iron Man 3 movies. Tony Stark is one of the all time most popular and loved fictional characters in the superhero world. However, superheroes do not always possess good quality traits and are flawed just like Tony Stark. Stark was born into a…

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    In chapter 22 of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Jonathan Harker, Mina Harker’s husband, reveals in his journal how unresponsive he is too the fate of his wife. Following the events in chapter 21 where Mina had been hypnotized by Dracula and is at risk for becoming a vampire Mr.Harker writes “ As I must do something or go mad, I write this diary” (306). It is sensible that Mr.Harker would use writing as a coping method when his lover could fall victim to the very man that abused him just months ago, but…

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    Theseus The King

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    The myth where Theseus arrives in Athens after completing the six labors would be a good fit for a Tragedy because it fits many of the common features of Athenian theater by itself or with small adjustments. This myth could be part of a trilogy with one of the labors as the first part, this myth as the second and then the minotaur myth as the last installment. Also the whole play could take place at the castle to keep the unity of place. It would also include conflicting positions between…

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    Research Paper On Kitsune

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    Kitsune is a type of monster to nobody wants to encounter in life. Kitsune are from Japanese folklore and are a type of Japanese fox. The Kitsune ancient story portrays as evil spirit that grows stronger as it ages, but its enemies try to stop this powerful creature by defeating the odds of beating an immortal? A girl that reigns from japan was no ordinary female because of its’s ability to transform into a Kitsune (fox in Japanese). Most Japanese drama, roleplay game, trading cards, tv shows,…

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    Things are getting more and more serious between Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian, their new found romance had been bombarded with issues and challenges but they have faced and survived them like pros. Now that Chyna removed her Future tattoo from her hand, does this mean that she is ready to officially commit to the Arthur George socks owner? The 28-year-old only son of Kris Jenner already showed his love and dedication to his new girlfriend and Tyga's baby mama when he drove over 24 hours just…

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