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In the short story The Bargain by Guthrie, Jr. moral responsibility is the topic of discussion on who is responsible for Slade's death. Morally responsible means to be deserving of blame for an act that was committed. Many believe that Slade is solely responsible for his own death, however, Mr. Baumer is morally responsible for the death of Slade because Mr. Baumer knew exactly what he was doing and he knew that Slade would drink out of the barrel if he thought it was liquor. Some may say that…

Malaysia is a multi-cultural country consisting of Malays, Chinese, Indian, Orang Asli or the indigenous groups comprising of Senoi, Jakun and Negritos in Peninsula Malaysia and the such as the Dayak, Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu in Sarawak and the Kadazan-Dusun, Bajau and Murut in Sabah. Each group brings with them their own cultures, art and architectural designs. The traditional Malays architecture is based on simplicity of design ideally suited to the tropical conditions. Taking into…

In life we experience the helpfulness and harmfulness fear has to offer. Fear can help us survive by making us careful and awake. Although this is useful, you start to obsess over the object that is causing you fear. You then become paranoid and unable to enjoy life. Many people experience fear different ways whether it be in a positive or negative way. In Poe’s short stories he demonstrates how all main characters experience fear but handle it differently. Poe uses symbolism, irony, and…

“There is no witness so dreadful, no accuser so terrible, as the conscience that dwells in the heart of every man.” Polybius (c. 200 – c. 118 BC) This quote demonstrates how a guilty conscience can consume you. "The Tell-Tale Heart" is a short story by Edgar Allan Poe first published in 1843. It is told by an unnamed narrator who aims to convince the reader of his sanity, while describing a murder he committed. Edgar Allan Poe demonstrates how a person’s inner turmoil and fear can drive him…

Over the Summer I personally thought that it was going to be hard to improve on something. But honestly if you try hard enough, it’s actually quite easy. My summer goal was to have both my left split and straddle by the time school started. It seemed like a fairly easy goal to keep up with. I accomplished part of my goal over the summer. If I had slightly more time I would’ve had gotten both parts. But what I had gone through with was being able to execute my left split. Even though it’s only…

to the center of the arena and gather wood. When they were there the bell rang. They realize that they are away from the shelter and their mom. They need to try and get back before anything bad happens to their shelter or their mom. Noah grabs some planks of wood and starts to rub it on the ground so a point forms at the top. He gives one to Brent and they make their way back to the shelter. “ I can not believe we are going to need to kill people. I am so ready!” Yelled Brent, waving his weapon…

individual one that is respected by the other workers; however, the ironworkers occasionally have to band together to go against an order given by the foreman. For example, a story was told about how two or three inches of packed snow accumulated on the planks and beams making it incredibly slippery. The…

Probably one of the most compelling reasons to own this truck is its one-of-a-kind styling and features. The short bed flare side pickup with functional stack exhaust exiting above the roof line is unique. Beautiful wood details like wooden bed planks and real wood side panel inserts give the truck a refined…

Covey finds him and kicks him and hits him with a plank. Douglas sneaks away to return back to Auld hoping that he will not send him back. When he gets to Auld, Auld tells him that he can stay the night but must return to Covey in the morning. When he returns to Coveys the next morning, Covey runs at him…

The Wreck Of The Lady is a real life story about the death and survival of seven crew members aboard the vessel Lady Mary. From bad conditions, to a slip in the safety forms, the mask of night, a worn out crew, and an horrible surprise only one crew member was able to survive. The men aboard the Lady Mary were men that were heroes to their families. When fate were against them they did everything in their power to fight back. But in the end, after one member could not save another, one survived.…