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Gender Discrimination steals a woman's future Summary of Opinion column:  The opinion column discusses the differences between gender roles in society. Women are seen as individuals who are incapable to look after themselves. This shows how dependent they are towards males because of their cultural values and beliefs. Through this article, the idea of socialism is portrayed, whereby women can only achieve fortune and greatness through marriage. Furthermore, it expresses the gender inequality in the workplace, which displays how women are often overlooked by their skills and work ethnic. It provides examples of situations where women were judged in the workplace because of their femininity and treated unfairly, by major differences in salaries between males and females. It stated that men's salaries are 85% greater than females. It goes on by saying that many women who have gone through similar situations are afraid to take legal action because they are internally or exter

IOC Practice -  Boys And Girls

IOC Practice  - Passion by Alice Munro

In what ways can Wallace's theory about education  be applicable to writing of Alice Munro? Conclusion? In the speech of David Foster Wallace, "This Is Water", he suggests that true freedom is acquired through education. He describes humans as being as being naturally or organically strained in a default setting. This means that different circumstances are surrounded by oneself and not on other people's circumstances or situations (feelings). By achieving freedom through our set of mind we are able to see different perspectives about different aspects of the world (from agriculture to traditions). In 'This is Water', Wallace provides the readers with deep thoughts and emotions about our everyday life 'typical day'- this ensures readers to gain empathy or sympathy thus making them more emotionally intelligent. In the readings of Alice Munro, the theory of David Foster Wallace is applied where Alice uses a protagonist to share experiences of multiple

My summer break was one of the longest I have ever had. Been traveling to so many different countries, eight to be exact and experiencing some of the most amazing cultures in the world. I have been trying new foods that I have never tried before, so which within the country is considered on of the best cuisine in the country. One of my favorite places that I have been to on this trip was Stockholm, Singapore and Amsterdam. Each place had certain aspects and cultures that made it stand out. For Stockholm, the ancient and rich in cultures and cuisines. Singapore reminded me of Dubai with the modern city lights and architecture, with a vibrant culture and local cuisine. Amsterdam is a city with amazing shopping destinations and diversity.

For my summer, I travelled to Berlin for four days. During this time, we explored the history of Berlin. We saw some of the most historical sights of Berlin, such as the Berlin Wall, East side gallery and the Holocaust Memorial. After Berlin we flew to Copenhagen to board for the cruise along European countries, where we spent 10 days on this holiday. The first stop was Norway, then Sweden, Russia, Germany, and Denmark. Once we reached our final stop we flew to Masterdam where we spent 3 days on the heart of the city. After the end of he trip we flew back to Abu Dhabi where I have spent 2 weeks working on some summer work. After 2 weeks I flew to Malaysia to meet up with Nadiah. We spent a few day in Malaysia, exploring famous artifacts of the city and enduring into the Malay culture. After Malaysia we took a bus ride to Singapore to spend a few days shopping and exploring the city. After Singapore we drove to Malaysia and flew back to Abu Dhabi. After a while my family and I went to

The personal history of an author can have a significant influence on the way meaning is constructed in his/her writing. Comment on specific instances of such influences in Things Fall Apart. Thesis Statement: Personal history plays a fundamental role in shaping the appreciation of the messages presented in a novel, yet can be influence by the historical context that the novel is derived from. In addition, the contextual exploration allows the reader to comprehend ideas presented in regards to the historical context conveyed in the novel. Topic sentences: Achebe used historical context as well as his personal experience to further enhance and develop plots to present the understanding and changes in that specific era, for the audience to interact more effectively (relate). Chinua Achebe establishes the difference of Igbo culture and Christianity, which is illustrated through the use of secondary characters to which they each represent a certain belief of the tradition that the

With Reference to Things Fall Apart, discuss how the understanding of gender influences how the text may be understood Thesis Statement Gender is one of the central themes in the novel that justifies the idea of gender roles in the Igbo culture and the rules and customs set for certain aspects in the Igbo life; partially influences how other characters react to different situations  as well as how they contradict and value certain aspects of the Igbo life. Outline Paragraph 1; The establishment of gender roles and how Achebe conveys the idea of dominance and submissive through the indirect and direct characterization. Paragraph 2: Competitive roles in both genders, as one is more dominant and successful than the other. (masculinity and femininity) Paragraph 3: Contradicting the values of gender roles by establishing the balance of roles (importance)

Prompt: With reference to Things Fall Apart, show how sub-plots or secondary characters contribute to the reader's understanding and appreciation of the work as a whole. Secondary characters are essential in the novel because they drive the story line, to the extent of further development and understanding of certain characters, vital themes and establishment of Igbo beliefs and values.

Why would Achebe, taking into account the cultural context, choose to characterize Okonkwo using a tragic hero archetype? Okonkwo is considered a tragic hero because he is successful, a man with a high status and highly respected in the village of Umuofia, with the fear of weakness (hamartia & peripeteia). In this cultural context, a hero is the one who is brave, bold against anything that is stopping him/her from achieving the best that they can (by weak forces) in the community. One who is persist and influences others around him. Achebe used the tragic archetype to show the central themes of the novel which establishes the connection between the rise and fall of the Igbo culture as well as Okonkwo. In the novel, Okonkwo does not wish to be like his father, he disagrees with that attitude in life, therefore, he aims to be hardworking and encourage or more like force others (especially males) to be more determined and not lazy (or being feminine). His 'tragic hero'

On behalf of the Igbo community, and studying their culture for seven years, there is something about this culture that astonished me. Through individual's work ethic, society customs, marriage customs, establishment of rankings or titles, beliefs and proverbs, they surely aim to bring the best outcome they can achieve in different aspects of life. Their ways of thinking made me realize how most societies or cultures often has the tendency of deciding how to do things, which reflects their values and motifs in life, however the Igbo believe that there is no one way of doing things. that there is always another way. This justifies how they are open to other perspectives and ways of life. How do we know that by changing their traditions and customs (their culture) would take away something special from the world. Igbo, like many other culture believe in the spiritual world as they are strong factors that drive their lives. They believe in both a personal and supreme God called the

What was the most meaningful takeaway from the lesson relating to the cultural or literary context of Achebe's work? The most meaningful aspect of today's lesson was the intentions about why Achebe wrote the book. Not just to show how the British colonized the country but show the story of how the Ibo people preserved through all bad intentions and circumstances. Achebe was able to explain what happens in the Ibo cultural context using different kinds of situations that are crossed within this particular culture, from ranking to murdering. He presented a culture that had pride, respect and dignity towards their rituals, traditions and customs. Although, there were a few individuals who did not follow the ideology of the culture's traditions.  Once describing the the conflicts the community had, he then further justifies how the British changed their community by force. Yet using them as a tool for resources. Select a specific quote from the interview or the general

Speech by Malcolm X "The ballot or the bullet" A political speech extracted from the Ballot of The bullet by Malcolm X uses a variety of literary devices in order to attract and appeal to his  audience. His audience is clearly is identified throughout the speech with are African-Americans who are not able to see how they are being deceived by the common white Americans. Malcolm aims to bring knowledge about the powers that devours the nation and  how white Americans are using this power to belittle and make African Americans seem worthless and insignificant.  The text is trying to persuade and encourage black Americans to stand up for their freedom and not to allow any white man to bring them down. Malcolm X uses aggressive and harsh terms to define a white man, and to ensure that black  Americans understand where they  are  placed  in society, from class to occupation. The text  makes the audience feel empowered yet making them realize that they  do hold a  certain exten

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'Power' is considered the most dominant theme throughout the play of Coriolanus, Each character within the play holds a great sense of power which is reflected by their actions and perceptions. Coriolanus, who is the protagonist, holds great power throughout the play whereby constantly comparing himself to a dragon and also having a 'GOD - LIKE' stature towards other individuals. a dragon can refer to powerful, mythical, unique and fearless. In this case, that is how he is seen as. However, he has one weakness which is Volumnia's love for him. This further evokes the sense that he is often faced between love and battle, whereby he was determined to attack Rome, however, the only person who could stop him from doing so was his mother.  This is where Volumnia's power comes in. Her mother - like figure influences Coriolanus not to attack Rome. However, doing so will put his life in danger. Thus evokes the sense that she is willing to sacrifice her son for the safe

What is Shakespeare's larger purpose in his characterization of Coriolanus in Act 1? Coriolanus, a brave, strong and noble hero in the play. Shakespeare establishes his character in a Roman era with countless conflicts in battlefield and in the capitol. Shakespeare used political views and perspectives to initiate the characterization of Coriolanus. He used this because he wanted to reveal the countless conflicts Roman people had. Firstly during this era, plebeians and patricians had a great divide between social status and wealth. However, Shakespeare depicts Caius Martius as being envied by patricians and most plebeians admire his bravery and hard work in the war. Since he is illustrated to be in the lower - class, he still thinks plebeians do not deserve to have any power or wealth, therefore, he is depicted to be an arrogant man who has no emotion and awareness of other people's feelings. In ancient Rome, heroes would go out of their way to be seen by others, in other w

Quote chosen: Possessing a shared language, black folks could find again a way to make community, and a means to create the political solidarity necessary to resist. Needing the oppressor's language to speak with one another they nevertheless also reinvented, remade that language so that it would speak beyond the boundaries of conquest and domination. Text Chosen: [Verse 1: Beyoncé] Tryna rain, tryna rain on the thunder Tell the storm I'm new I'ma walk, I'ma march on the regular Painting white flags blue Lord forgive me, I've been running Running blind in truth I'ma rain, I'ma rain on this bitter love Tell the sweet I'm new [Pre-Chorus: Beyoncé] I'm telling these tears, "Go and fall away, fall away" May the last one burn into flames [Chorus: Beyoncé] Freedom! Freedom! I can't move Freedom, cut me loose! Freedom! Freedom! Where are you? Cause I need freedom too! I break chains all by myself Won't let my freedom rot in hell Hey!