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tone. For instance, Robert’s use of anecdotes distract his readers from the tedious concept of writing a college essay. “Picture poor old Alfy coming home from football practice every evening, bruised and aching, agonizingly tired, scarcely able to shovel mashed potatoes into his mouth (Roberts 4). Roberts effectively provides insight for his readers on how to make an essay more intriguing by telling this short and comical story. Another example that Roberts utilizes a humorous tone, is when he…

1. Explain what the phrase “taking ownership of your learning” means to you Taking ownership of your own learning starts by examining your own educational goals and figuring out what you wish to accomplish. At that point, it 's necessary to determine the objectives, resources, knowledge and time needed to accomplish my goals. Next, honestly evaluate yourself to see if you have what is required, and what is lacking. Having done this, create a plan to accomplish your goals, and to acquire the…

I don’t think I’ve ever worked so hard in my life before our service learning project on Saturday. I never imagined myself actually getting down and dirty. The experience overall was amazing because it was something that I was not used to doing. I felt that the project took me out of my comfort zone in the since that I had never done hard labor like that. Working with my classmates to serve the community was a great experience and I’m glad I got to do it with them. They are a wonderful group to…

The view of Hitler giving his speech to the members of the labor service sets a militaristic mood. Although these workers have not served in the army they still perform in the rally like soldiers only obtaining shovels as weapons. A significant prospect of this scene is that each soldier represents different parts of German territory, which brings up the repeating idea of unity. Even when the last soldier states that he represents Saar, which is not a territory of Germany at that point, but…

Eventually, the immigrants have arrived to the United States. They were put through a process that was called the “Steerage Passengers”. This was a way to weed out the sick, mentally ill and the people who would automatically depend on the government for help. Granted the immigrants were promised good profits from the Robber Baron, but once again that was not the case. There was also a variety of tests the immigrants have to take one was called “6 Second Exam”. Referring back to the Prezi it…

the heavy paper along its deep creases and sliding it into his vest pocket. He loaded the remaining supplies on the pack mule and turned back to his sister-in-law Rose. She rested one hand at her side and wrapped the other around a smooth handled shovel. “Sis wanted you to stay,” she said, her voice cracking. “Let the law handle that no-good land-grabber.” Few people challenged him, yet Rose rarely waved. The young widow questioned everyone and everything. Today, he wouldn’t take offense since…

Thursday was the day of the Scavenger Hunt and everyone was excited. The Farmington School Scavenger Hunt was held once a year at Meadowthorpe Park and all of the students were invited to participate. The morning of the hunt was bright and clear. Teachers and parent volunteers started arriving around 8 in the morning to set up. The hunt was set to begin at exactly 9:15 a.m. Each year the hunt had a different theme. This year's theme was Spring Awakening and the clues and prizes were all…

distinguished digging point. It was a few feet to the left of where I expected my family to be, since I only wanted to catch one person- my sister. I ran over to where my aunt was setting down the netted bag of sand toys and snatched up a meek, plastic shovel, racing back to my spot before someone else could take it. Chuckling to myself while imagining my poor twin falling tragically into a large mass of emptiness, I began to dig diligently. (Present Participle) I knew I had to complete the…

Gwendolyn Brooks poem, We Real Cool, was written in the midst of the Civil Rights Movement and racial tensions that existed during the 1960s. During this time period many African Americans were constantly rejected from possessing basic human rights and becoming sufficient members of society. Brooks poem reflects how while facing constant scrutiny and prejudice from their white counterparts, much of the African-American youth struggled to discover their identity, questioning their roles in…

Pioneer Living Condition in Nineteenth Century Nebraska In Nebraska pioneers living condition was very difficult during the nineteenth century. Water was one of the first considerations in selecting homestead in Nebraska. Early settlers first established claims near streams and rivers to take advantage of surface water. But these homesteads were quickly claimed, and so later settlers would have to go to new depths to find water. That means digging well. Often a new settler would dig a test…