Essays on Backwards

The Exorcist is a 1973 horror film, directed by William Friedkin. A potent adaptation of William Peter Blatty’s novel, The Exorcist tells the story of a young girl who is possessed by a demon. The film caused a great deal of controversy when it was released as many people felt that the violence, blasphemy and young protagonist were inappropriate and damaging for audiences and for society. Admittedly, the film does not have the same shock value today as it did in 1973, partly because the cinematography and special affects now look dated and unrealistic, and partly because many ...

In this paper there will be the analysis of various children’s games and songs. In this exercise, the lyrics of the songs will be provided with a detailed description of the game or the movement that is involved. The range of age that the song is recommended for will be mentioned and the purpose of the song will be noted. It is said that songs and other games help in the growth of the children and their IQ. The analysis of this will be looked into as a research paper will be analyzed and the findings will be ...

Abstract

The question of memory has been an interesting one in psychology for some time. Brown-Peterson hypothesized that distraction tasks have a role to play in how well our memory works, and that this can be measured by a simple task. This research uses a modified version of their experiment to assess their hypothesis. The task involves memorizing a three letter trigram and then taking part in a backwards counting task that was designed as a distractor. 112 participants took part in this experiment. They were asked to complete twenty control trials in which they had to continue counting backwards ...

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People receive a number of messages every single day from just about anyone and anything. For instance, when people see a No Smoking sign in a public place, it is a message that they will consciously receive. This means that these people know that they are being told not to smoke within the area. However, there are many times when people receive messages unconsciously. These messages are called subliminal messages. The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines the word subliminal to be the things that can influence a person’s mind unnoticeably (“Subliminal”). Subliminal messages are used in several ways ...

Objectifying Song: Drake- “Hotline Bling”

Drake’s 2015 song “Hotline Bling” contains sexist lyrics that objectify women and effectively imply the technique of slut shaming and male dependence. The overlying theme of these song is the idea that this woman has lost all of her self-respect because her boyfriend has left her, showcasing the objectifying idea that men are responsible for the identity of females. When he sings this song, he is implying that men are dominant in romantic relationships and women make decisions about their morality and their respectability based on whether they are single or not, out of respect to their boyfriends. ...

The common adage “Rome wasn’t built in one day” is highly applicable to the process of writing papers. A final paper does not come together in one sitting, but instead is a series of rewrites and edits. In the first step of writing a paper, the writer will typically sit down and brainstorm a bunch of different ideas. The writer might also compose a rough outline, highlighting certain key points that the writer would like to touch upon in the paper. After creating a roadmap for the paper, the initial draft of the paper comes together. At this ...

Part 1: Summary

Currently, human activities have increased the rate of species’ extinction. It is, however, difficult to predict the actual rate. Skeptics point out that some predictions in the past have failed to produce the magnitude of the forecast extinctions. Various ecologists use the species-area relationship (SAR) to predict the extinction rates associated with habitat loss (Rybicki and Hanski). The SAR works on the principle that the number of species in a given location increases as the size of the habitat area enlarges. In backward SAR, the reduction in habitat area decreases the species’ number. Though successful in some estimates, the assumption ...

Following my first paper on Play Observation as part of my project and study on the significance of Play Observation, this second in row paper will present you with the outcomes of the second play observation which took place in the same class emphasizing on the same student, Julie. The conclusions drawn from this second play observation conducted on my behalf reinforce my preceding theoretical knowledgeable background on the contribution of Play observation to the evolution of educators, the assessment and improvement of the educational procedure developed within the learning environment under observation and the evolution and change of ...

Play observation is considered a kind of observation which can take part within the borders of the educational procedure. Observation, generally speaking, in the educational field, is a widely acknowledged term used to determine the procedure during which, the ones being educated are observed by the educator. There are different methods of applying observation and different kinds of observation, one of which is Play Observation. Since the benefits of using observation as an educational tool is not the target of this presentation, I will only refer to what Friedrich Froebel once said concerning its benefits:

“Let them observe, lead their ...

Affirmative action, or the practice of choosing one candidate over another based on race, gender or other defining characteristic, is a very contentious topic. There are a number of differing views on the topic, and affirmative action delves into a number of areas that are very problematic, including race and gender divides. Hettinger (1997) and Pojman (1998) are divided on the issue, but both make very salient points insofar as the philosophical basis for affirmative action is concerned. Hettinger (1997) and Pojman (1998), while taking opposite stances on the issue of affirmative action, do not necessarily disagree with each other on every ...

The Irishman’s Curse:

Stereotypical Alcoholism Of all the stereotypes that exist, perhaps one of the more well-known and even celebrated is that of the drunken Irishman. It is the subject alone that causes gales of laughter, reasons to cheer and carry on, and of course, another reason for those who share such a lineage to drink. On the outside it seems harmless, a bit of good humor to alleviate any and all problems that one might face in a round of everyday life. The balm of alcohol is in fact a pleasant escape for many into a hazy, self-induced euphoria that for many is a relaxing episode ...

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Book Review: ‘The Farming of Bones’ by Edwidge Danticat

The canons of literature around the globe are bestrewn with great works about wars. A curious thing about war literature is that there is almost always a clear heroic, moral victor who triumphs against a ‘worthy’ adversary – one who is able to fight back and is in no way victimized. Unlike such ‘glorious’ narratives, there are books which deal with less black and white forms of violence. Books such as ‘The Farming of Bones’ by Edwidge Danticat dive headlong into violent narratives where there really is no glory in death. ...

In the 100 years between the end of the Civil War and the signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, African Americans continued to experience the violence and racism that they had endured as slaves. This racism was not only social and political separation, but also legal separation. The legal segregation was codified into law so that African Americans were denied equal access to service and opportunities such as housing, medical care, education, employment, transportation, and entertainment. Because this separation was established in state and local laws, any resistance by African Americans resulted in arrest and prosecution. However, ...

Jules Verne’s literary masterpiece ‘Around The World in Eighty Days’ is a classic, filled with fast paced adventure, suspense, excitement, and its detailed description of various places and locations. The tale of Phileas Fogg, and his companion Passepartout, and their wager to travel around the world in the exact measure of eighty days, the story is now critically acclaimed worldwide. Reading it as a simple story in itself is certainly a satisfying endeavor, and the exploration of its various themes more so, but if one reads between the lines, it’s possible to ascertain parallels presented within the book, with the ...

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Reverse Logistics 1. Reverse Logistics vs. Normal Logistics Reverse logistics has been perceived predominantly as the process of product recycling. However, better and innovative perceptions concerning reverse logistics are evolving with the passage of time. CLM (Council of Logistics Management) defines reverse logistics as follows: “The process of planning, implementing, and controlling the efficient, cost effective flow of raw materials, in-process inventory, finished goods and related information from the point of consumption to the point of origin for the purpose of recapturing value or proper disposal”. Reverse logistics is completely ...

Introduction

The invention of the Harley Davidson 1936 Twin: 61 OHV was a marvel of its time. However there is need to understand apart from the mechanical aspect of the bike. The design played a huge role as well. The bike artistic features incorporated dominant composition, lines to which symmetrically aligned the bike and the use of light and color to illuminate the artistry in use. This piece seeks to elaborate these factors to highlight the design achievements of the Harley Davidson.

Composition

The dominant lines of composition, as Youngblood (23), states are on the edges of the HD. They give the HD ...

Industrial revolution and the World War 1

Prior to the Industrial Revolution in 1750 society was made up of mostly rural farms and small farming towns. Class structure was difficult to advance in as people were born into their societal and labor class. Minorities remained at the bottom of the structure despite their wealth or labor skills (Baker, Simon & Don, 59). As a result of limited transportation and communication people were not able to maintain or build relationships with people outside of their town. While this lead to a close knit immediate community it impeded on the development of forming relationship and sharing ideas in the broader realm ...

Indonesia over time has been described as democratic power house of East Asia Nation States, mostly by western countries, until in recent times that the position has been questioned by many. The earlier description had been attributed to the country’s tolerance of diversity in terms of racial and ethnical lines, which allowed even the minority to have their say in situations that majority had their way. Almost all the countries and States in the world have laws, rules, and regulations that govern and determine how issues and affairs are conducted within and without their territorial borders, which has ...

Report on the ‘Ambassador’ and how to improve it

In contemporary times, there are several available nozzles, designed differently for firefighters use. However, getting the best design that would be effective in combating fire incidences is very significant to save lives and properties. The ‘Ambassador’ is a specialty fabricated automatic machine with hybrid capability to perform as an automatic pressure or a fixed gallonage nozzle. It is a very handy machine for firefighters in battling incidences of blaze outbreaks. The machine is fortified to automatically regulate flows in order to maintain on frequent basis tip pressure. This enables fire fighters handling the equipment to have effective range for a determined discharge flow. ...

A flying aircraft requires some control. The control can be delivered by a human or a computer. In this case, a computer is much safer, faster and reliable in controlling a flying an aircraft than a human being. A Stability Augmentation System manages the control surfaces of an aircraft and alters their movement as necessary to make the aircraft more stable at all times. SAS is used to eliminate unfavorable effects such as short period oscillations, Phugoid oscillations, Dutch rolls and spiral modes. Stability Augmentation system together with a rate control system constitutes a flight management system. Rate control system manage the pilots demand for movement ...

The Battle of Shiloh (known as the Battle of Pittsburg Landing), took place from April 6th to April 7, 1862. It was one of the biggest early activities of the American Civil War of 1861 to 1865. It was majorly an engagement between National and Confederate groups. The Union forces were led by Major General Ulysses S. Grant and Major General Don Carlos Buell while the Confederations forces were led by General Albert Sidney Johnston and General P. G. T. Beauregard. The first activities that sparked the war happened early Sunday morning of April 6, when a Yankee patrol spotted ...

Comparison of flight mechanic propeller driven air planes and birds

Both birds and airplanes have a requirement that they must overcome the force of gravity in order to make flights. Due their weight difference, airplanes and birds differ in power requirement for flying. The power to bring balance between the lift and gravity, drag and thrust such that any flying object can fly comfortably varies as power the weight of these objects. Depending on the power capability of birds and airplanes there are limits for weight requirements for these objects. Airplanes require powerful engines to fly their heavy weight. Most commonly heavy airplanes use jet engines to fly the heavy ...

The aim of this essay is to present you with an analysis and in-depth description of the narrative technique applied by Michael Ondaatje in his novel ‘Anil’s Ghost’. Michael Ondaatje is widely acknowledged within the borders of the literary community as a new talent shedding a unique light upon the secrets entailed in what is to be received as an interesting piece of writing, generating deeper thought and motivating its readers to go one step further than the plot they have just read. His novel ‘Anil’s Ghost’ took according to his own admittance seven years to be completed and ...

Introduction

The free throw shot is arguably the single most important shot in a game of basketball. Close to twenty percent of all the points in the National Collegiate Athletic Association division one basketball are scored by score throws. The free throw is especially more important late in a basketball game. This is because the free throw accounts for a significant percentage of the total point scored in the last five minutes and the first thirty five minutes of a basketball game. This applies for both the losing and winning teams. ‘Theoretically, the free shot should be the easiest shot to make in a game ...

i) Relationship between People, Information, and Information Technology in Thineline Trading Company People are important in any trade as they play various roles starting from business case development to distribution of the product or service to the consumer. Communication between various stakeholders is enhanced by the effective delivery of information from the company to employees, creditors, debtors and customers. Even the people who relate to the employees see themselves as part of ThineLine Trading Inc. as they daily associate and interact with products and information of the company. It is the employees of the firm who assist in articulating ...

The Civil War did not end racism against the descendants of the African American selves who had been born into slavery. The purpose of the Civil Rights movement was to bring justice and equality for all citizens in the USA. But many people did not agree with the idea. George E. McMillan argument discusses the three main perspectives that divided the country. The three groups were (a) people involved in the Civil Rights Movement, (b) the Segregationists and (c) those that took no action because they thought a gradual approach was good. Finally it was the group that took no action but ...

When the name Al’Dahiyya is mentioned, many people tend to be flooded with ideas of a place that is backwards and one that is not safe to tread into. In fact, many people often feel that they are not safe within the center. The place is more of a ghetto, a place where people do not have no sense of order and where anything can be expected at any moment (Al’Dahiyya, 1). However, a tour of the Beirut Al’Dahiyya reveals a place that has gone through various transformations to be the place that it is today.

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Introduction

The subject about time and how time travels is really very fascinating. What is time? What is time travel? Is time travel really possible? We naturally know what time is since we sense it every day but we cannot seem to completely define it. The question of time travel is also very hard to answer. A deeper question is to ask if time is real. Another is to know if time just moves into one direction only. Does time have a beginning or an end? Up to now, we have never truly answered these questions with great satisfaction. By merely ...

‘Obsessions’ is a piece of physical theatre, largely encompassing the medium of dance (Tempah, 2011). The overall theme, as its name suggests, concerns obsession and how people can be affected by it in their day to day lives. The piece incorporates many dance and dramatic techniques. There are several sequences and motifs which are repeated, and a variety of obsessions are depicted. Influences for the piece include Martha Graham and Jerzy Grotowski. ‘Obsessions’ encompasses both ensemble and individual elements. The piece is shaped around a day, starting with waking up and ending in the same fashion. The dance begins with ...