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    The Valiant Five

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    The Famous Five, or Valiant Five, was not only made up of five strong, independent women, but five role models. It started with Emily Murphy, a bright woman from Cookstown, Ontario, who was determined to make a difference for women all over Canada. She enlisted four other activists, Nellie McClung, Louise McKinney, Henrietta Edwards, and Irene Parlby, who would help her on her journey to get women legally recognised as “persons” in Canada. Although the five made history together, they each have very

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    Inception What is Inception? Inception is the act of entering his or her dream and instilling an idea. “Inception is a film that explores the many natures of the mind. In a world where technology exists to enter the human mind through dream invasion, a highly skilled thief is given a final chance at redemption which involves executing his toughest job to date: Inception” (IMBD). The main philosophical theme in this movie is “What is Reality”. As Plato said, “How exactly can we explain our perceptions

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    the rights of women by winning the Persons Case and they’re the reason why women are considered persons today. The Famous Five are prominent people in Canadian history and they have established many of our rights. The Famous Five consists of Emily Murphy, Henrietta Edwards, Nellie McClung, Louise McKinney, and Irene Parbly. They are most

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    One of my most loathed singers, Taylor Swift, once stated, “If they don 't like you for being yourself, be yourself even more.” However, in Erin Murphy’s ‘White Lies’, this is not the case for young Connie, who was a quiet albino girl, new to Arpi’s school. Regardless of her desperate efforts to be accepted by her classmates, they were not warming up to her. Taking action, her mother helped Connie figure out a way to make her classmates talk to her and like her. I agree with her mother’s decision

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    Interstellar “Interstellar” (Obst, Thomas & Nolan, 2014) a terrific science fiction story with various elements. A story about love, family, and friends, but there happens to be a villain whose actions result in shocking consequences for the other characters. There’s a great amount of emotion expressed by each character, which makes a great impact on how the film’s viewed. Escorting us through wormholes, into planets in other galaxies, and black holes. The characters keep colliding into the properties

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    to kill him once he woke up. Evan would love it if the ground could just open up and swallow him whole. His phone ringing interrupts his daydream about no longer existing. Evan pulls his phone out of his pocket and blanches when he sees it's Mrs. Murphy. "H-hello?" he answers cautiously. Maybe it was just a pocket dial, maybe he could just avoid the Murphy's forever. "Evan?" She sounds concerned and tired like she has for the last few weeks, but now there's some relief in her voice.

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    that stands out the most from the Allied invasion of Sicily to D-day he served his country. Audie murphy made a lasting impression on the world with everything that he did in his 18 month career. With all his medals that he won and war stories it's no surprise that some consider the greatest american soldier of all time. Audie Murphy should be considered a modern day hero. First of all Audie Murphy is one of the most recognized WW2 names because of his courageous.He shows courageousness by defeating

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    Two boys were walking on the campus of Bridgeville Academy. They were each armed with a pile of books that threatened to topple onto the well-worn paved parking lot of the school. They turned out of the campus and began walking down the sidewalk towards home. The air was chilly and the leaves were beginning to shed their emerald green gowns for scarlet, gold, and, fiery orange. The boys were in good spirits and they walked briskly down the walkway. Before long, the houses had started to get bigger

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    I always knew that one day, my worst fear would be realized....yet when it did come, I was no where near ready to accept it. I understand psychologically that every one and every animal dies... that's life. But, the heart only feels loss and pain when someone to whom you have given your life to, dies. I say someone as though I'm speaking about a person, but, I speak of Gizzy, my 13 year old adorable long-haired Chihuahua, who to me, was every bit as much a fun-loving, heart-beating, personality-filled

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    The film Inception captured the imagination of many spectators as one of the best science fiction and thriller movies to be produced that year. It was produced and directed by Christopher Nolan who also directed The Dark Knight, Interstellar, and Dunkirk. Inception is based on the basic inspiration that a single idea in an individual's mind can be either the most valuable asset or the most dangerous weapon. Inception is a science fiction thriller movie. This genre deals with situations and technology

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