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    thought of having a good time with family and loved ones, then the next thing is your husband or son receive a call saying they 're going to war, how will you feel? The feeling of confusion and unsure whether they will survive or not, and if there is chance they will return back home and everything will go back to being normal again. Likewise, in the story of “ The Things They Carried” by Tim O’Brien, explains and goes in depth about the struggle and the pain the soldiers go through, also when…

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    promoted a nonviolent approach protest and “denounce imperialism….because it destroys human dignity” (364). Even though he was imprisoned he still had a vision of independents throughout Africa. Once, he was release from prison in 1954 he “became the prime minister of an autonomous internal government” (363). In addition, to his success in that position he then became the head of state in 1957 in Ghana (363). Even though, the British government tried to bring him down he still rose above their…

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    the news presenter that blasted, the room was completely silent. “The first female Australian prime minister, Julia Gillard, has visited the Rwamiko school in Rwanda earlier today.” I glanced at the screen, riveted by the fiery, red headed middle aged woman that appeared alongside numerous children and a Regal sunbird that watched over them in a tree. “Female domination indeed! She’s actually been prime minister for two years! Cheers to females!” Cried Banji, his hands flying as he clapped…

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    Occasionally, I hear somebody say, “I know I am saved because I can feel it right in here” as they slap their chest. They feel saved, so that makes everything alright as far as they are concerned. They are saved, they think, but their salvation is based on their feelings. Feelings, however, are the most unreliable thing in the world? Now, let me prove that to you. In the first book of the Old Bible, Moses wrote a story about Jacob. Later, God changed his name to Israel. (Genesis 32:28;…

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    and frames. Framing of stories can be intentionally misleading towards a certain audience as it has the ability to shape and frame people’s understanding of a certain person and/or policy. The Ponytail Scandal is a prime example of this concept as it shapes people’s perception on the Prime Minister John Key. Frames work by making some bits of information or knowledge more salient. Thus, whether journalists intentionally frame a story or not they do not tell the people what to think, but rather…

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    The modern world of Europe began sometime around 1500 according to experts who have studied this for years and years. The continent has grown with its kings and queens and has overcome many obstacles and events through its political views. Europe has always been built upon monarchies. These monarchies serve in place as their government. Monarchy is the oldest system of government in the United Kingdom. Total power is invested in one person, a head of state called a monarch, who keeps the…

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    In The Housekeeper and the Professor, Yoko Ogawa illustrates the varying perspectives through which different people regard the world. Set in late 20th century Japan, The Housekeeper and the Professor follows three characters as they form a strong relationship despite their contrasting opinions. The Housekeeper, prior to working for the Professor, sees the world as dull and unremarkable. Similarly, her ten-year-old son Root finds nothing special about the mathematics that he learns in class.…

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    Introduction Luxembourg and Sweden are oft-overlooked countries in Europe. Each one has its own special charm, and something that truly defines its people. When one thinks of Luxembourg, the country’s wealth often comes to mind. With Sweden, the pop group ABBA jumps out. Regardless, something that binds these two countries together is the structure of their governments. They share very similar characteristics across their democratic institutions, which makes any difference significantly…

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    Although both Federal and confederate governments are multilateral systems of government that include a central government and also smaller state or common governments, a chose structure consigns more vitality to the central government, while a confederate structure holds most of the power for the states. In a league, the central government has no vitality to force the overall public or maintain laws. In an association, the central government and the areas work in assentation however are…

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    Aryabhatiyam Case Study

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    CTET FEB (2016) - PAPER 2 SOCIAL STUDIES 44. (4) Famous Indian mathematician Aryabhata wrote the famous Aryabhatiyam book. The Aryabhatiyam is reference manual for mathematics and many of its facts and figures are still used in the modern society. The book was written in Sanskrit language and comprises 121 verses. 45. (2) Lord Buddha delivered his first lesson at Sarnath to his five beloved disciples (name). The very first lesson delivered by Lord Buddha is popularly known as Dharmachakra…

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