...The Pyramids Of Giza Remember those triangle things you saw on tv once, well, those things are called pyramids, and a few of them are found in Egypt like the pyramids of Giza. It all started off i]on August 23, 2470, BC, the exact day they started building the first pyramid at Giza. Not only is there just one pyramid at Giza, but there are three pyramids all with their own special features. Also, if you remember seeing a big cat close to these pyramids, don’t worry, nothing happened to your brain, that thing is just called a sphinx. Fun fact: If you jump off the top of the Great Pyramid, you would die, so don’t do it. You can also go inside these pyramids at Giza lots of days in the year. Inside of these pyramids are the bodies of the Pharaohs who wanted these built. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the first wonder out of all the seven wonders of the world. It was the largest pyramid in the world at an astonishing 146.5 meters tall, but there was a debacle, so now The Great Pyramid stands proudly at 136 meters. Firstly, The...
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...Week 4 Assignment 1 Essay James E. Buckley World Humanities I April 29, 2012 Strayer University Professor Steven Klein The Great Pyramids at Giza, one of 110 pyramids built in Egypt; it is the only famous "Seven Wonders of the Ancient World" (Krystek, 2011) that still stands. There have been many theories regarding how the pyramids at Giza were constructed. Most experts agree that they were constructed as burial monuments for pharaohs, but “how” these ancient people constructed monuments of such great size without modern machinery is a mystery which is still being debated. It is no mystery who built the Great Pyramids, the pharaoh Khufu, but how he accomplished this has been debated over and over. There are several theories to how they were constructed. They range from cranes, ramps, to today’s theory of space aliens, held by some. However, of the many theories offered, the most logical of them are the use of cranes or ramps. One earliest recorded theory put forward by Herodotus, the Greek historian, mentioned the use of "machines" used to raise the blocks, which has been taken to mean cranes. Supporters of this theory believe that cranes were used in the construction. “Egyptians farmers have long used wooden crane-like devices called a shadoufs to raise water from the Nile for irrigation” (Brier, 2007). It is believed that hundreds of these cranes at different levels on the pyramid were used to lift the blocks. The problem with this theory is that Egypt did not have...
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...The Pyramids at Giza Construction Julian Grant Humanities 111 Professor Emerick April 29, 2014 This is another unbelievable story, as there are many mysteries as it certainly is fascinating. The two particular theories as the “transport theory” which is presented by engineer and inventor, Andrzej Bochnacki, a Polish engineer as his book proposes very inventive technology for moving the pyramid blocks from the pits to the construction place. He presents the method from which the stones moved to making the entire pyramid. He said that they must have made the paper boats which were placed on the top of the blocks and knotted up with ropes (Bochnacki, 1994). These movable boats were in wait to raise the water of Nile and so they can be easily dragged to a chosen destination. The easiest way was to drag them to the west region of Nile where water flooded the fields. The second theory is the Limestone concrete theory by Materials scientist, Joseph Davidovits, that holds the spotlight of many historians and scientists, he is an International renown French Scientist, born in 1935, working in France, Europe, USA, Australia and China. Most Egyptologists reject the idea, put forth in the mid-1980s by French chemist Joseph Davidovits, that the pyramids contain concrete. Barsoum’s team took a fresh look at 15 samples using scanning- and transmission-electron microscopes. The samples contain ratios...
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...Lukasz Giza Essay discussing causes of disorders for three selected case studies The case of Bess Obsessive compulsive disorder commonly referred to as OCD is an anxiety disorder; people who suffer from OCD act compulsively and have obsessive thoughts. The fear of contamination is most common type of OCD; it leads to compulsive cleaning rituals as fear of germs, or dirt is a frightening thought for OCD sufferers. OCD could be explained biologically and psychologically. Genes could be a factor that could expose one to OCD. It is thought of that OCD could be passed on genetically. Family studies are good source supporting this theory; the siblings, parents or children of OCD sufferer have 50% genes similar to the OCD sufferer. The risk of getting OCD is between 2-3%, if the percentage is bigger than 2-3% within the family members it is the suggested as an evidence for genetic influences. Close family members have 10-15% risk of developing OCD which stands as a strong evidence. Another study has concentrated on the twins both identical and fraternal. The twins that were studied where selected based on if one had definitely OCD and they looked if the other twin had it too. The results showed that the second twin had 53-87% risk of developing OCD. With the fraternal twins the risk was smaller at 23-43%. To fully understand OCD psychological factors that could trigger OCD need to be taken into consideration too. Regression to an anal stage is an example of psychodynamic explanation...
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...The statue is a figure of a person or an animal in stone, metal, etc. (Oxford Advanced Learner’s dictionary, 2010). Sculptures help us to know how our ancestors lived and practiced their life and tell the history of ancient periods. This essay will compare between two statues of ancient times. The first one is The Royal Acquaintances Memi and Sabu from the Egyptian culture while the other is the Statue of Gudea from the Neo Sumerian culture. Firstly, I will discuss the Egyptian statue of Memi and Sabu. It was discovered at the western cemetery in Memphite, Giza in Egypt. It dates back to the period of the Old Kingdom, the fourth dynasty, between 2575 and 2465 BC. (The Met Fifth Avenue, n.d.). The statue depicts an Egyptian husband and wife...
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...Comparative essay I have decided to write my essay on figures 3-6 with 3-8, and figures 3-22 with 3-21. I chose these sculptures to write about because they’re obviously similar, but in complete different ways. First, both of these pictures are sculptures. they are both incredible architecture pieces. One of the first things that I have noticed, was both of the pieces were Egyptian. Also, they had something to deal with pyramids and the temple. Most importantly, all of the sculptures mean something. In the figures -6 and 3-8, they were Khafre. Giza was the valley temple. In figures 3-22 and 3-21, it was an overall temple. Along with that, it was Hatshepsut himself. All of these figures relate, and differ. All of these figures are similar. They both resemble power for a reigion. As observing, the figures 3-6 relate because they are both figures of Khafre, and figures 3-22 and 3-21, it was Hatshepsut and the temple. It is important to relate them because they were both powerful symbols. Along with that, the temple that they were in which protected them, truly shows the power that they have. In the sculptures of Khafre, the symbols (which was the lion) represented a powerful sense of horizon connected with the sun. (khanacadamey) That was very important because all of the Egyptians worshiped him. As many know, Egyptians are known for truly respecting their cultures. They’re very religious and faithful. They respect their higher power. That goes along with figure 3-6. Featured...
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...Matt Cannis Western Civilization Essay question #1 October 13th, 2012 The main key to the civilization of Egypt was the Nile River. The Nile over flowed once a year leaving deposits of minerals and fertile black soil, which made it the richest agricultural region in the Mediterranean world(17). The whole civilization ran up and down the Nile, no more than fourteen miles away in either direction. Egyptian history was divided into three periods called kingdoms(Old, Middle, New and two intermediate periods). Egypt was divided into two kingdoms, lower in the north and upper in the south, since the Nile flows from south to north. Two of the major cities were actually developed in Lower Egypt, Nekhen and Abydos(18). The two communities were pretty developed for their time. Pharaohs(which means “great household”) were appointed to rule over Egypt(19).They formed their own political organization, religion, industry, and new ideas. We know the least about the history of the Old Kingdom. Historians relied on texts from the deceased. They came to discover that the Egyptians were very keen on the aspect of death. We do however find out a lot about the Pharaohs. They were considered the link between the land, people, and their gods(21). Taxes, trade, and labor were all administered by the Pharaoh as well. Even though the Pharaoh was in so much power, they needed help. So they appointed “governors” called nomarchs, which usually was from their family. Since Egypt was so huge, communication...
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...Ancients Arts Found in Museums Niurby Martinez AIU Online Abstract In this essay is to compare and contrast between two different Ancient Arts. The first one is the head of a lion and the second is the head of a pharaoh. There are a few similarities but more differences. Each one had their own meaning why they were created in their times. Ancients Arts Found in Museums For this assignment I have chosen two Ancient Arts; one from the New York Museum, the Head of the Roaring Lion and the second is from the Washington D, C Museum and the Head of a Pharaoh. The Head of the Roaring Lion was created in the Neo- Assyrian period found in Mesopotamia, Nimrud between 9th-8th B.C. The second Ancient Art that I have chosen is the head from the Head of a pharaoh was created the in Old Kingdom Dynasty 5 or 6 in 2675-2130 B.C.E. These two Ancient Arts where made different materials; the head of the roaring lion was made of ivory carving, while the head of pharaoh was made of stone and copper. However they were both representational and 3- dimensional head figures. Even though the Arts where similar in one ways, they also had different meanings I believe in those times it had to do with power and leadership. The lion represented the strength of the Neo- Assyrian period. The head of the Pharaoh was created for the pharaoh of that time and was used in his tomb for respect and most of all discipline. The meaning was more symbolic. In the ancient Egyptians made such statues to place...
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...For this essay I have chosen two sculptures, each from a different culture that I am very fond of, to compare and contrast. The first piece that I chose is an Egyptian sculpture of royalty (picture on the left). This statue represents an eternal existence reflected in its emotionless calm and enduring serenity. In this statue Menkure and His Chief Queen from the Old Kingdom’s 4th Dynasty are depicted; it is thought to have originally stood on the processional causeway leading to Menkure’s pyramid at Giza. However, the statue was discovered buried with him inside his tomb. “It is believed to have been the first double statue of its kind made.”This sculpture shares all of the conventional qualities common to most Egyptian sculptures of human figures. This type of statue is best viewed from the front or squarely from each side due to its monumentally frozen quality. “Symbolizing the absolute control of the god-ruler, this immobility serves as a visual counterpart of Egyptian belief in immutable laws that govern humans and nature.” This magnificent ancient sculpture can be found in the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Egyptian art is truly one of a kind, with its sophisticated beauty and uniqueness. So many cultures have learned and revised the art of the Egyptians; therefore leading me to my next choice; a glorious Greek masterpiece. The next piece I have chosen is of the Greek culture. It is a glorious statue called “Laocoon” also referred to as the “Laocoon Group” shown on the right...
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...Beanos Cafe An Egyptian Flavor Marketing Essay Beanos Cafe is one of the most thriving and trendy cafe chains in Egypt. It has branches all over the country, including Cairo, Alexandria, Giza, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada El Gouna Resorts, in addition to international branches in Paris, France. Because it sells new coffee products, such as cappuccino and java solo drinks like espresso, most of its daily customers are the youth - people between the ages of 18 to 25. In addition, it sells high quality products at affordable prices, so it tends to attract the middle class, for example: university students. Moreover, most of its customers are regular customers because Beano's Cafe excels in its excellent and quick service, so generally, the customers have a positive attitude towards the cafe. However, since Beano's Cafe targets young people, its segmenting style/type falls under Demographic Segmentation, which is based on variables such as age, generation, etc. (Kotler & Armstrong, 2012). Beano's Cafe is targeting the coffee market by enhancing the quality of its service. In order to find out what consumers like and dislike about their cafe, they conducted surveys. The results of the surveys showed that consumers liked the cafe's service, atmosphere, and quick response, while they disliked allowing private celebrations to be held, waiting to get a table at the cafe, prices of food, type of music played in the cafe, and the furniture as well. The cafe tried to solve the problems...
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...Definition of Art According to Oxford Dictionary Art is defined as: “The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power” Another definition of art by George Dickie in 1969, as “A work of art in the classificatory sense is (1) an artifact (2) a set of the aspects of which has had conferred upon it the status of candidate for appreciation by some person or persons acting on behalf of a certain social institution” (Torres & Kamhi) Painting Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh is one of Van Gogh’s most renowned paintings. Van Gogh painted Starry Night shortly after a stint in a psychiatric hospital. It is one of the most replicated images in history. The features of this painting, the stars, moon and village beyond are a bit embellished, but still very realistic and most people feel at ease and can identify with it. Thomas Kinkade is one of my most favorite artists; one of his most renowned pieces is called A Christmas Welcome. This painting shows a small country home with warmth coming from it. It gives the observers a Welcoming feeling of wanting to go inside and join in the festivities. Sculpture The Hermes of Praxiteles is dated back to 343 BC and made from Parian Marble. The Hermes is the only original work still intact. This statue was sculptured by Praxiteles and “dedicated to the sacred Altis from the Eleians...
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...HISTORICAL PROJECT 2570 bc The Great pyramid of giza completed The Pharaohs built the pyramids and today archaeologists still argue about how they achieved this feat. Ancient records show there were managers for each of the four faces of the Great Pyramid, responsible for overseeing their completion. We know there was some degree of planning, execution and control involved in managing this project. 208 BC Construction of the Great Wall of China Later still, another of the Seven Wonders of the World was built. Since the Qin Dynasty (221BC-206BC), construction of the Great Wall had been a large project. According to historical data, the labor force was organized into three groups: soldiers, common people and criminals. The Emperor Qin Shihuang ordered millions of people to finish this project. 1917 The Gantt chart Developed by Henry Gantt (1861-1919) One of the forefathers of project management, Henry Gantt is best-known for creating his self-named scheduling diagram, the Gantt chart. It was a radical idea and an innovation of worldwide importance in the 1920s. One of its first uses was on the Hoover Dam project started in 1931. Gantt charts are still in use today and form an important part of the project managers' toolkit. 1956 The American Association of Cost Engineers (now AACE International) Formed Early practitioners of project management and the associated specialties of planning and scheduling, cost estimating, cost and schedule control formed the AACE...
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...641–969 Fatimid Egypt 969–1171 Ayyubid Egypt 1171–1250 Mamluk Egypt 1250–1517 Early Modern Ottoman Egypt 1517–1867 French occupation 1798–1801 Egypt under Muhammad Ali 1805–1882 Khedivate of Egypt 1867–1914 Modern Egypt British occupation 1882–1922 Sultanate of Egypt 1914–1922 Kingdom of Egypt 1922–1953 Republic 1953–present Portal icon Egypt portal v t e The history of Egypt has been long and rich, due to the flow of the Nile river, with its fertile banks and delta. Its rich history also comes from its native inhabitants and outside influence. Much of Egypt's ancient history was a mystery until the secrets of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs were deciphered with the discovery and help of the Rosetta Stone. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still standing. The Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the other Seven Wonders, is gone. The Library of Alexandria was the only one of its kind for centuries. Contents [hide] 1 Prehistory (pre–3100 BC) 2 Ancient Egypt (3100–332 BC) 3 Ptolemaic and Roman Egypt (332 BC–641 AD) 4 Arab and Ottoman Egypt (641–1882) 5 British Protectorate...
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...learnatest.com About the Author Lauren Starkey is a writer and editor who specializes in educational and reference works. Her thirteen years of experience include eight years on the editorial staff of the Oxford English Dictionary. The author of more than ten volumes, Lauren lives in Essex, Vermont, with her husband and three children. v Contents CHAPTER 1 Getting to Know the Writing Section of the New SAT Old versus New Strategies for Test Taking Scoring SAT Study Timetable 1 1 2 4 5 11 12 32 45 55 56 58 59 59 65 68 69 CHAPTER 2 The Multiple-Choice Section Identifying Sentence Errors Improving Sentences Improving Paragraphs CHAPTER 3 The Essay Strategies for Timed Essays Understanding the Prompts The Art of Persuasion Anatomy of an Essay Planning Your Essay Drafting Your Essay Essay Writing Workshop vii – CONTENTS – CHAPTER 4 CHAPTER 5 CHAPTER 6 Practice Test 1 Practice Test 2 Practice Test 3 75 103 133 viii SAT WRITING ESSENTIALS C H A P T E R 1 Old versus New Getting to Know the Writing Section of the New SAT For over 80 years, high school...
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...Starkey is a writer and editor who specializes in educational and reference works. Her thirteen years of experience include eight years on the editorial staff of the Oxford English Dictionary. The author of more than ten volumes, Lauren lives in Essex, Vermont, with her husband and three children. v Contents CHAPTER 1 1 Old versus New 1 Strategies for Test Taking 2 Scoring 4 SAT Study Timetable CHAPTER 2 Getting to Know the Writing Section of the New SAT 5 11 Identifying Sentence Errors 12 Improving Sentences 32 Improving Paragraphs CHAPTER 3 The Multiple-Choice Section 45 The Essay 55 Strategies for Timed Essays 56 Understanding the Prompts 58 The Art of Persuasion 59 Anatomy of an Essay 59 Planning Your Essay 65 Drafting Your Essay 68 Essay Writing Workshop 69 vii – CONTENTS – CHAPTER 4 Practice Test 1 75 CHAPTER 5 Practice Test 2 103 CHAPTER 6 Practice Test 3 133 viii SAT WRITING...
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