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  • American History

    American History

    The history of the United States is a lengthy and very modern one. The Untied States has faced hundreds of issues and problems. These have scaled from things as simple as neighbor to neighbor all the way to state and international issues. The government put in place was unique. It had the ability to hold a firm grip of the nation yet still be of the people. Only a few and specific events have shaped

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    Submitted: February 22, 2010 By: Mike
  • History

    History

    The Issue: Should party hosts be held liable for the drinking and driving of their guests? Introduction: Many laws have been reinforced to how much control the Government has allowed over peoples personal choices. Especially since the early 1800's which the reform movements played a big factor. I think that the government was in a very important situation because this law that they were enforcing was going to play a big factor for the next

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    Submitted: February 22, 2010 By: Fonta
  • Political History

    Political History

    During the late seventeen hundreds and early eighteen hundreds, the world political system made a shift . Large monarchies began to crumble and sovereign nation-states began to be formed. Previous this period of time, the land was said to be property of a king, and the people had little or no political power. The ruling monarch made most if not all of the political decisions, as was his right by inheritance. As time passed and

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    Submitted: February 22, 2010 By: Wendy
  • Ancient History

    Ancient History

    John Punyko Humanities 111 11/9/05 1. Phoenicians: The Phoenicians were located in a small country on the coast of Syria in ancient times at the east end of the Mediterranean Sea. Located in the Fertile Crescent they were able to maintain control until around 287 BC. They were a major sea power at the time and as such received large amounts of wealth from trade. Although they left very little written records, historians have been

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    Submitted: February 23, 2010 By: Tommy
  • Under Armour, Inc. : Company History

    Under Armour, Inc. : Company History

    Under Armour, Inc. : Company History In 1996, as a football player at the University of Maryland, Kevin Plank grew tired of the cotton t-shirts he was provided becoming soaked with sweat and rain, impeding his ability to move fluidly as a special-teams player for the Terrapin football team. Knowing that cycling outfits and football under shorts were made with a “moisture-wicking synthetic fabric”, Plank believed it possible to make a t-shirt out of such

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    Submitted: February 23, 2010 By: Edward
  • Equal Civil Rights in American History

    Equal Civil Rights in American History

    The citizens of the United States of America have continually suffered for their persisting conflict of equal civil rights. Over time, as the result over the fight for civil rights, we have discriminated, abused, persecuted and killed fellow American’s over such issues as equal civil rights. As American citizens had primarily intended to form a country in which it denied American’s equal rights, ultimately it became the principal factor as to why the empowerment

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    Submitted: February 23, 2010 By: David
  • What I Have Used from Psychology

    What I Have Used from Psychology

    What I Have Used From Psychology I’ve always been interested and curious about Psychology. In Chapter 5, Learning and Cognition (or more so the Classical and Operant Conditioning) interested me the most. Who we are now is the direct result of how and what we learned as children. Learning is any relatively permanent change in behavior brought about through experience. Through our experiences in life, it teaches us new behaviors, attitudes, and skills. We also

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    Submitted: February 23, 2010 By: Tommy
  • History of Computing

    History of Computing

    1 General principles 1 2 Etymology (Where the word is from) 2 3 The exponential progress of computer development 2 4 Classification of computers 2 4.1 Classification by intended use 2 4.2 Classification by implementation technology 3 4.3 Classification by design features 3 4.3.1 Digital versus analog 3 4.3.2 Binary versus decimal 4 4.3.3 Programmability 4 4.3.4 Storage 4 4.4 Classification by capability 4 4.4.1 General-purpose computers 4 4.4.2 Special-purpose computers 6 4.4.3 Single-purpose computers

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    Submitted: February 24, 2010 By: Vika
  • Us History

    Us History

    The College Board Advanced Placement Examination 1987 UNITED STATES HISTORY Section II - Part A (Suggested writing time - 45 minutes) Percent of Section II score - 45 Directions: The following question requires you to construct a coherent essay that integrates your interpretation of Documents A-1 and your knowledge of the period referred to in the question. In your essay, you should strive to support your assertions both by citing key pieces of evidence from

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    Submitted: February 24, 2010 By: Mikki
  • History of the Decleration of Independence

    History of the Decleration of Independence

    he History OF The Declaration Of Independence The Declaration of Independence, adopted by America's Congress on July 4, 1776, is a document treasured by all true patriots. It's a symbol of the beginnings of freedom for the United States, and overcame many obstacles to become an official, accepted document. The Movement to Freedom The Declaration was preceded by another document called the Lee Resolution, which was a similar call to completle independence from British influence

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    Submitted: February 24, 2010 By: Anna
  • Sexual Harassment Definitions

    Sexual Harassment Definitions

    Sexual Harassment Definitions What exactly is sexual harassment? Many People can not actually define the term properly. Many misconceptions of harassment have been conceived. The term sexual harassment can be defined as "a speech and or/conduct of a sexually discriminatory can nature, which was neither welcomed nor encouraged." Moreover, three authors have written about the definition of sexual harassment in the text book "current issues and enduring questions." (P. 741-747). Their statements, describe sexual harassment

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    Submitted: February 24, 2010 By: Venidikt
  • Public Relations Definition

    Public Relations Definition

    Public Relations What is public relations? There seems to be many different answers to that question. Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary defines public as “of, relating to, or affecting all the people or the whole area of a nation or state.” It defines relations as “the state of being mutually or reciprocally interested” (Merriam-Webster, 2005). These two definitions indicate that public relations affect all the people of a nation or state that are mutually interested. This paper

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    Submitted: February 25, 2010 By: Edward
  • Psychology

    Psychology

    1. The definition of psychology means the science that studies behavior and the physiological and cognitive processes that underlie it, and the profession that applies the accumulated knowledge of this science to practical problems (Weiten, 2004). In the John/Joan experiment, we will look at the biological perspective, behaviorist perspective, and the sociocultural perspective of the case. The John/Joan experiment was an interesting case because it stirred up the issue of gender behavior being a result

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    Submitted: February 25, 2010 By: Victor
  • Psychology

    Psychology

    Psyc 3331 Psychology of Gender Notes 02.02.05 Chapter 1 Key Terms • Androcentric bias: discipline of psychology that is largely focused on men and describes men as superior and women as inferior. • Bias in Research Methods: bias occurs in every part of the research process-from question formulation and research design to data analysis and interpretation • Blatant sexism: occurs when women are treated in a transparently harmful and unequal way. • Covert sexism: form

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    Submitted: February 25, 2010 By: Artur
  • History

    History

    What does it mean to lead? Why are there separations and distinctions in leadership? Nearly every corner of society is laced with theories and expectations of leadership. One expert will state an inherited perspective of leadership, while others will argue that it is something that is earned. Purposely avoiding the theory, we must dive head first into leadership; a taste that is laced with pure emotion and controlled by logic. Great leaders demonstrate different characteristics.

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    Submitted: February 25, 2010 By: Bred
  • Gender and the Practices of Scientific History

    Gender and the Practices of Scientific History

    Bonnie G. Smith, "Gender and the Practices of Scientific History," American Historical Review. 100:4 (1995) 1150-76. Bonnie G. Smith states in "Gender and the Practices of Scientific History," the predominantly male influence in the field of History and the relatively informal nature of historical teachings in days past. She asserts that the dawn of the 20th century saw a general change of attitude in regards to historical education. The concept of history being open for

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    Submitted: February 26, 2010 By: Edward
  • Friendship, a Definition

    Friendship, a Definition

    Humans are social beings. It is in our nature to build relationships with one another. It is a need that can’t be denied nor ignored. For a person, it is important to be in relationship where he or she can love and be loved. Having no relationship of any kind makes us feel alone and unwanted. This is why people build friendships with one another. It is a social need that gives us self-worth. But

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    Submitted: February 26, 2010 By: Fatih
  • Manifest Destiny -- the Intangible of American History

    Manifest Destiny -- the Intangible of American History

    American history was built on a chronological record of significant events, each event having a cause and subsequent effect on another event. Historical events are presented in history as being tangible, being tied to a date, or an exact happening. Manifest Destiny on the other hand, is a phenomenon. It can not be tied to a date, event or even a specific period of time. Manifest Destiny existed and still exists as the philosophy that

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    Submitted: February 26, 2010 By: Monika
  • An Outline on the History of Chocolate (an Informative Speech)

    An Outline on the History of Chocolate (an Informative Speech)

    Chocolate Specific Purpose: To inform my audience about the goodness of chocolate. Central Idea: Chocolate is one of the oldest treats enjoyed by many people. Introduction I. Attention Getter: By a show of hands, how many people love chocolate? II. Credibility Statement: I have loved chocolate ever since I was a little girl. I have enjoyed the different tastes, textures, and styles of it. III. Reveal Topic and Relate to Audience: Chocolate is one of

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    Submitted: February 26, 2010 By: David
  • Cyborg, a Definition of Human?

    Cyborg, a Definition of Human?

    Cyborg, a definition of human? You are prescribed antibiotics, if you take them are you just aiding your body's immune system or are you chemically and mechanically enhancing yourself? When you are driving a car you are human mixed with machine, you are a cyborg. What exactly is a cyborg? When we take medication, receive a prosthetic leg or even wear shoes we are adding mechanical substitutes to ourselves. Where is the line drawn between

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    Submitted: February 27, 2010 By: Stenly
  • History of Alberta

    History of Alberta

    Date Entered into Confederation: Alberta became a province of Canada in 1905. They joined into Confederation because of many reason. One of the big factors was because of the fur trading. Canada was in big demand of fur, therefore having Alberta join would add to their business. Another reason was because of Manifest Destiny, the construction of an inter-colonial railway between Canada and the Maritimes was necessary since all goods were being transported on American

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    Submitted: February 27, 2010 By: Edward
  • History

    History

    John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States and the youngest person ever to be elected president. He was also the first Roman Catholic president and the first president to be born in the 20th century. Kennedy was assassinated before he completed his third year as president. His achievements were limited. His influence was worldwide, and his handling of the Cuban Missile Crisis may have prevented war. He was very popular among

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    Submitted: February 27, 2010 By: Steve
  • Air Force History

    Air Force History

    1- The position of Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force occupies the top enlisted grade, and has great responsibility and prestige in the Air Force. The objective of this background paper is to inform on the career progression, awards, and decorations of the former Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Thomas N. Barnes. In the first main point, I will trace the former CMSAF military career from Non-Commissioned Officer to Senior Non-Commissioned Officer

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    Submitted: February 27, 2010 By: Venidikt
  • American History X

    American History X

    July 11, 2008 Movie Review –American History X United States, 1998 Running Length: 1:57 Cast: Edward Norton, Edward Furlong, Beverly D’Angelo, Avery Brooks, Stacy Keach, Fariuza Balk, Jennifer Lien, Elliot Gould, Guy Torry, Ethan Suplee and William Russ Director: Tony Kaye Rated: R (Profanity, violence, sex) American History X directed by Tony Kaye is a well known phenomenon and considered to be a movie that everyone is bound to see. The most important feature when

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    Submitted: February 27, 2010 By: regina
  • A History of the Golf Club

    A History of the Golf Club

    Golf's beginnings have gone astray in history, but in its current form it is in general agreed to have been played in Scotland in the late 1400s. Many has been stated about whimsical links to a game played on ice-covered ponds in Holland before, but the correlation with Golf is too unsubstantiated to be convincing. It turned out to be quite infamous then, and was even debarred for a while by the King of Scotland,

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    Submitted: February 27, 2010 By: Steve