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    State Memorial History

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    New Berlin United’s season ended after losing 1-3 in the State Semifinal game against Catholic Memorial. United lost the first two sets 17-25, 20-25 but gained some momentum and took back the third set by winning 25-23. Catholic Memorial came back and won 25-19 in the fourth set. After winning this game, Catholic Memorial moved on to the championship game to beat Marquette and win the State Championship. Although they didn’t pull off the win, United didn’t perform poorly, according to head coach Nick Maske. “[The match against Catholic Memorial] was the best we blocked all season.” he says. “Our passing and hitting weren't as strong as they were on Friday night, so if we were to pass and hit better on Saturday morning we could have definitely have pulled off another upset.” says Maske. New Berlin United was going strong after obtaining a victory over Kaukauna in the State Quarterfinal. They won in three sets 25-21, 25-18, and finally 25-23 in a very close third set to move on to the semifinals. United’s Zach Just and Kyle Kraninger both helped the team out with 13 kills each. Maske was incredibly proud of how the team played in this match. “The match against Kaukauna was our best overall match of the entire season.” he says. “I wouldn't have changed anything; if we played like we did on Friday the entire season, we would have won many tournaments and lost very few matches.” United did a lot of work in practice that week to prepare for Kaukauna. “The team studied…

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    Princess Diana Stereotypes

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    Throughout history, princesses have been known to be perfect and have no obstacles or problems to overcome. They are kept away from the real world and they live sheltered lives. When Diana Spencer married into the royal household, that stereotype was broken. Diana, Princess of Wales was the first wife of Charles, Prince of Wales and she challenged the typical stereotype of a princess by talking about mental illness, making physical contact with AIDS and leprosy patients, and by exposing her…

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    Henry V It is always a fear amongst the people, when a new king comes to the throne, whether he will be good and just or greedy and cruel. Imagine the kingdom in waiting as the new king was put to the throne. The kingdom knew it would be the next in line but what was he like? Would he be kind? Would he be a good king? The people needed a king who will care for the concerns and welfare of the kingdom. And to their happiness, Henry the V did just that. Being a young king, his life was still…

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    DAMAYANTI Introduction The story of Nala-Damayanti has been narrated in Vana-Parva in Mahabharata by Rishi Vrihadswa. Damayanti was the daughter King Bhima who ruled Vidharbha Kingdom. Damayanti had earned a reputation of being the most beautiful Princess of Universe at that time. She was described as lovely-waisted Damayanti. As per Nala-Damayanti Katha, Damayanti was famous for 'for her incandescent beauty, grace, virtue and excellence' she was faultless-featured; 'with her ornaments she…

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    Peter C. Herman who has a PHD in English and comparative literature, starts off his essay by explaining the transition of the power from Henry VII to Henry VIII. Herman, as described throughout his essay to the readers, describes Henry VIII implementation of chivalric imagery to be a successful king over his father’s idea of leaving the court the same. I agree with Herman’s suggestion, that Henry VIII implementing of Chivalric Imagery is what made him a better king than his father as ill discuss…

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    At the Golden Globes award ceremony Oprah Winfrey was presented the Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement.Given recent events like the Me too and Time’s up movements Oprah dedicated her speech to speaking up about sexual harassment and emphasizing the need for change.Throughout the speech she talks about many different things from personal stories to the plights of everyday women to show that this abuse affects everyone. She uses many important rhetorical devices, namely pathos,…

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    model to many people around the world. Princess Diana was born on July 1st 1961, in Sandringham, Norfolk, England. She was born into an aristocratic English family who were very close to the royal family. Her parents got divorced when she was eight years old and she continued to live with her father who took custody of her. Diana had been hard working since youth. As a teenager she had several jobs such as kindergarten teacher at a school in London, a dance instructor, and a hostess at…

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    Death of Princess Diana Hero: (noun) A person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. This definition is one of the many word’s that would be used to describe Princess Diana. Diana was the Princess of Wales and was and still is idealized by many. Diana was the world’s sweetheart not only for her personality but her actions too, but was it her actions that got her killed? Although many believe what happened to Princess Diana was only a tragic…

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    Introduction Diana, Princess of Wales, often referred to as Princess Diana or Princess Di by her people who adore and love her so much. She was born on July 1, 1961 and her wonderful, yet short life ended on August 31, 1997 . Princess Diana was a far relative to the Royal Family before she got married. After she took on her royal title, she had been doing all sorts of charity work all over the world and won over the heart of millions. Her marriage was considered as a fairy tale before her…

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    become Prince Charles future spouse. The couple received much attention from the media, for the public was intrigued by the seemingly odd pairing. Lady Diana Spencer became Diana, Princess of Wales on July 29, 1981 after her marriage was finalized to Prince Charles. The fairytale of a wedding and happily ever after did not last long after the couple's divorce was announced in 1992. While visiting Paris on August 30, 1997, Diana and her new boyfriend were involved in a car crash after their…

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