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    “Well I mean you are a stupid bitch,” Well there it was, my supposed opportunity to preserve the social norm of the class. So without hesitation, I told on the student who had maliciously directed their insult to another, by pointing in their general direction. At the time, I thought that I had made a worthwhile contribution to the sanctity of the Sukovaty class. The thing is that I was stationed in Ms.Sukovaty’s 5th-grade class at Wildwood Elementary, and was expected to report any infractions without

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    The Silence of God: Existentialism and Religion in The Seventh Seal The Seventh Seal is a Swedish film written and directed by Ingmar Bergman. The film takes place in Sweden in the time of the bubonic plague; it follows the adventures of the crusader knight Antonius Block and his squire Jöns. Antonius Block has returned from his crusade, downtrodden he lays on a beach with Jöns next to a chessboard. He is approached by a pale-faced man in black, who introduces himself as none other than Death himself

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    I was working in the fields with my mother, we were wearing our ripped and moldy clothes. Our lord called us over. He was in his big robe that he often wears, with a cup of ale in his hand. “Do you know why I keep calling you over, day after day?” he asked, “No.” my mom said confused. “No? Well I guess I need to remind you.” my mom looked frightened. “Your son has been doing more work than you do yourself!” he screamed fiercely. my mom stammered, “ I'm sorry but i-” “Two days,” he roared

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    As international conflicts run rampant around the world, from terror attacks to trade interferences, individual nations must find ways to aid the global community in the fight to protect the public. Since the dawn of time, peoples have developed methods of communication to relay their feelings or ideas to each other, in order to express themselves or their ideologies. Matters today prove to be no different. Countries continuously communicate with one another in a variety of ways including trade,

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    they began eating dogs, cats, snakes, and humans. After searching Jamestown, they were let down by not having found silver and gold, they found tobacco. After the new shipments came for food it seemed to be infected with rats which created the bubonic plague. This killed many people. In conclusion, the Virginia Company came close to failing in Jamestown. Unfortunately they were not able to find their envisioned treasure of gold and silver. However, they found crop of tobacco which was a huge discovery

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    one compares the current traditions and ideas surrounding death, especially in comparison to the historical way of life, they find themselves to be rather lucky to have come this far. The Elizabethan Era was obstructed by its large death counts with plague and death penalties as prime contributions. However, many traditions acquired within this era have carried on throughout time and into this century still today. Many traditions and practices widely used in regards to death have lasted and continue

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    Global warming comes down to the number of people who enjoy things, like the winter season, a nice home cooked meal, and people who know someone suffering because of an illness. We all have something in common which is in the hands of climate change. Well, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but all of those things are gone if we continue on treating the planet in the fashion that we are.  It’s time to stop throwing Global Warming to the side like a pair of dirty socks.  It is here, and it is not

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    Having a baby in the NICU is scary and the days can seem endless. But thankfully for many babies, there’s a happy ending, and after days, weeks, or months it’s time to go home! As a preemie parent, time to go home is both exciting and terrifying! Here are some of the changes/things you may experience: Life After the NICU Hospital Monitor You’re the boss – After spending your days in the NICU with medical experts everywhere, it’s now your job to raise your human alone and make all the decisions

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    The only way it could be any better is if the anti-vaccine nuts actually won out and the Bubonic Plague came back with a vengeance.” Jason chuckled,“are you implying that all that’ll happen?” Skully shrugged,“no clue. What I do know is that humans are an unpredictable lot. If it does, I’m retiring early.” “You guys can retire?” “No. We just get

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    I am choosing the article FLAVIO, 1961, the boy lying on the center of the bed. I choose this image because I can see the suffering in the boy eyes, and how thin he is. I believe the boy was suffering because of the poverty of his family. Poverty is all over the country, but some countries are worsening than other. The boy in the picture grew up in poorest country with a larger family member. He had seven siblings, and he was the older. They were sleep all together in tiny bedroom. This proves that

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