...October Sky Marion Eady The film October Sky (1999), directed by Joe Johnson is based on a true story of Homer Hickman ( a coal miners son) who is inspired to build a rocket after the Russian launch of the first artificial satellite (Sputnik) into orbit. The film definitely focuses on the course theme of being a social outcast. This is explored in the film through three people, John Hickman (Homers Father), the town of Coalwood and Mr.Turner (Homers principle). Firstly, John Hickman, father of Homer Hickman and a coal miner at the Coalwood mines in West Virginia, socially outcasts his son. Why? Because John doesn’t agree with his son building a rocket. This is explored through Homers father getting in multiple fights with his son. John called Homer many hurtful words for example a minis and a thief. John never wanted to go watch Homers rocket launch, he never agreed with anything that Homer wanted to do. Homer’s father wanted him to work in a coal mine not build rockets. Homer’s father is thrilled when Homer decides to go work in the coal mine after John gets hurt at work. Homer decides to quit school, quits making rockets and go into the coal mine. After John is out of the hospital and is able to go back to work, Homers mother want him to go back to school. Homer tells him mom that he’s not going back to school and John agrees with Homer. Although John is thrilled that Homer quit building rockets, the family is finally happy and everything is good, Homer decides...
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...In October Sky it was about spending time with your loved ones while you still have them. It’s about homer, his friends, and family, they have different problems through the movie. Homer and his dad don’t really see each other eye to eye so they have a difficult relationship and now that he is getting ready to leave for the science show his dad doesn’t really care but he ends up having to help homer because someone stole his rocket stuff. Homer and his dad don’t really see eye to eye in some situations but that's normal for kids and their parents to have problems. They don’t like what each other are doing like the dad doesn’t like what Homer is doing and not going into the coal mine like him and homer doesn’t like the coal mine. Homer and his dad don’t...
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...The October Revolution The Great October Socialist Revolution, known more commonly as the October Revolution or the Bolshevik Revolution, occurred in 1917 in Russia, and the revolt resulted in a leftist government coming to power. The uprising started in the then-capital city of St. Petrograd, now St. Petersburg, and spread nationwide. Headed by Vladimir Lenin of the Bolshevik party, the October Revolution was the first communist rebellion of the 20th century and was founded on the beliefs of Karl Marx. The events of the October Revolution helped lay the groundwork for Stalinism and the Cold War. The Stage Is Set The Bolshevik Revolution in Russia in 1917 was initiated by millions of people who would change the history of the world as we know it. When Czar Nicholas II dragged 11 million peasants into World War I, the Russian people became discouraged with their injuries and the loss of life they sustained. The country of Russia was in ruins, ripe for revolution. Provisional Government Established During a mass demonstration of women workers in February of 1917, the czar's officials called out the army to squelch the protesters. The women convinced the soldiers to put their guns away and help them in their cause. Czar Nicholas II was dethroned in Russia during this, the "February Revolution." The Provisional Government was formed to replace the void left by the deposed czar. This provisional government was made up of bankers, lawyers, industrialists, and capitalists. The...
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...The movie October Sky contains some interesting philosophical content. The movie takes place in West Virginia in the town of Coalwood in 1957. The town has a coal mine, which employs most of the men who live there. John Hickam is the foreman at the coal mine. John has two sons, and he intends for them both to work in the coal mine. One of his sons, Jim, gets a football scholarship. The other son, Homer, becomes interested in Rockets. In the movie, Homer overcomes many obstacles in order to launch rockets and get to science faire. John Hickam has a very limited world view. He thinks that the most important thing in life is working in the mine. He only seems to value people in as far as they can work in the mine. To John, any other profession is somewhat frivolous. Homer Hickam seems to be a normal teenager with normal ambitions until his world-view is turned upside-down by the sight of the Sputnik satellite streaking across the October sky. Homer decides that he wants to build and launch rockets. Logic – Homer uses logic in order to gain knowledge of rocket science, so that he can make a rocket. First, he reads science fiction comics and reads about Wernher Von Braun, who is the German rocket scientist. Then Homer meets the nerd in his school who knows about rockets. Then, Homer gets some books on science and math and teaches himself. Then Homer and his friends use trial and error to test the rockets, until they make one that launches correctly. Homer also uses the logic...
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..."Just watch me" is a phrase made famous by Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau on October 13, 1970, during the October Crisis. Pierre Trudeau, who had in previous years been a strong advocate of civil liberties, spoke of the need for drastic action to restore order in Quebec. When questioned by CBC reporter Tim Ralfe on how far he would go in the suspension of civil liberties to maintain order, Trudeau replied, "Well, just watch me." The reporter was trying to get Trudeau to explain why he would make Quebec into a military state. What good would it do? The reporter had his own idea about it and it was clear that he was making an effort to not be a “devil’s advocate” as Trudeau said to him at the very end of the video, (7:24) however, to try and make this situation debatable. The reporter is afraid that as a province they would lose their rights and freedom. He questions Trudeau, “Doesn’t it worry you that you have a town that has to resort to this kind of thing?” (0:31) It is clear that the reporter shows his worry and frustration by asking and doubting Trudeau’s in acting of the War Measures Act. The reporter expresses that he wants a more of a safer province by starting more of a heavier debate rather than an interview. Pierre Trudeau’s overall point to this interview is to show that he means business. Trudeau's firm conviction that "law and order in Canada" come first, and that there would be no bargaining with the kidnappers, won him new popularity in English Canada...
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...The Bolshevik seize of power in October 1917 was undoubtedly a turning point for Russia’s political situation and a point that would set the tone for the future rulings. It can be easily argued that the Bolsheviks were only able to take over as a result of the long term weaknesses and failures of the Provisional Government. However, as with all events in history, the final seizure in October would not have been possible had it not been for the more recent, trigger causes. The roles of Lenin and Trotsky, during the later months of 1917, were key factors in allowing the takeover to happen; and the extremely poor decisions and military leadership executed by Kerensky strengthened the Bolsheviks position for revolution. Whilst these short term causes played a major role in October, it cannot be argued that without the weaknesses of the Provisional Government, the Bolsheviks would not have been sitting in power by the end of 1917. The weakness of the Provisional Government was one the most important factors in the Bolshevik takeover in October 1917. After the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in March 1917, the Provisional Government, formed from some of the previous Dumas, was set up to govern Russia. The new government was weak and unstable from the start, mainly due to whom it was made up of. It was a coalition, if you could call it that, between the Liberals, the Mensheviks and the Social Revolutionaries; and thus the new government had no unity from the start. With each part...
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...How accurate is it to say that Lenin’s leadership was the most important reason for the Bolsheviks’ success in the revolution of October 1917? (20 Mark) It is accurate to say that Lenin’s leadership was one of the most important reasons for the Bolsheviks’ success in the revolution of October 1917, due to Lenin taking control over the Bolsheviks and beginning to make preparations for seizing power. The whole idea of the revolution only came about because of Lenin returning to the Bolsheviks. However, it cannot be ignored that there were other factors that contributed to the success of the October revolution such as the failings of the Bolsheviks political opponents. Lenin contributed to the Bolsheviks’ success in October 1917 mainly in three different ways. The first contribution Lenin had made in the success of the October Revolution was on the return from exile in April 1917 where he persuaded and took control over the Bolshevik party and made them adopt the idea of seizing power. This was a difficult task as many of the members of the Bolshevik party shared the Menshevik view which predicted that the overthrow of capitalism was far off. Lenin had to work hard to persuade the Bolshevik party to understand his interpretation. Lenin’s success was largely based on his force of personality, but it also owed something to the support he received from new entrants in the Bolshevik party. Secondly, Lenin raised the Bolsheviks’ political profile as he recognised that the Bolsheviks...
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...Journalize the transactions (Step 1) Post journal entries and get balance for each account (Step 2) Prepare a Trial Balance (Step 3) Kendall Consulting Inc. Trial Balance October 31, 2012 | Debit | | Credit | Cash | $35,200 | | | Accounts Receivable | 0 | | | Supplies | 500 | | | Prepaid Rent | 3,000 | | | Computer | 4,800 | | | Notes Payable | | | $10,000 | Accounts Payable | | | 4,800 | Unearned Service Revenue | | | 2,800 | Common Stock | | | 20,000 | Dividends | 1,400 | | | Service Revenue | | | 7,300 | | $44,900 | | $44,900 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Journalize adjusting entries (Step 4) GENERAL JOURNAL | Date | Account Titles and Explanation | Debit | Credit | | Adjusting Entries | | | Oct 31 | Rent Expense | $1,000 | | | Prepaid Rent | | $1,000 | | (To record used October rent) | | | Oct 31 | Unearned Service Revenue | $800 | | | Service Revenue | | $800 | | (To record revenue for services performed) | | | Oct 31 | Supplies Expense | $200 | | | Supplies | | $200 | | (To record supplies used) | | | Oct 31 | Depreciation Expense - Computer | $80 | | | Accumulated Depreciation - Computer | | $80 | | (To record monthly depreciation of computers) | | | Oct 31 | Salaries and Wages Expense | $600 | | | ...
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...The Bolsheviks acted in a brutal manner during the year 1917-1924; however this was why they remained in power after the October/November revolution. However their survival can also be attributed to the weakness of their opposition, who displayed a lack of organisation and unification. There were other reasons for the Bolsheviks' remaining in power after the revolution, such as the efficiency and strong leadership of the Bolsheviks, and their geographical advantages; but these were ultimately not as significant as the weaknesses of their opposition, as their survival was dictated by how they exploited their enemies' flaws. The brutal methods of violence employed by the Bolsheviks certainly helped the Bolsheviks to remain in power. The use of the Cheka was one such brutal method; it ensured that the Bolsheviks remained the dominant authority, by suppressing their opponent’s activity through the use of terror. However the Bolsheviks were only able to do this because their opposition was too weak to rebel; the Bolsheviks had gained dominance, while all others were clearly weak and submissive. This meant that the Bolsheviks use of terror only had the effect of making a weak opposition even weaker, therefore this form of brutality was only successful due to an already weak opposition. Violence was also seen as key for maintaining power as the freely elected Constituent Assembly was dissolved at gunpoint in January 1918. This showed that the Bolsheviks were prepared to go to brutal...
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...as civilisation as a whole. This occurrence falls in line with the growing anxiety being pandered in synchronization with the development of the atomic age, fuelling the despair and lack of sense of purpose which became synonymous with modern existentialism. Both these issues became major points of discussion in literature from this era, and is such reflected in Samuel Beckett's “Waiting for Godot”. Within the text the personal ramifications of such philosophical thinking is explored extensively, using the ‘Theatre of the Absurd’ to communicate Cold War ideologies to a modern audience even today. Politically, this text is also abundant with ramifications of the era, and can be read in conjunction with Tom McTiernan's “The Hunt for Red October”. The identification of the ideological battles taking place introspectively, in regards to political ramifications of actions, contextually placed in the lens of the Cold War with heightened anxiety and by extension a sense of existentialism in a far removed setting, is pivotal in the understanding of the role of both the ideas of existentialism and the anxiety contextually in the Cold War era and how they had ramifications for general populations. Thus, it is imperative to recognise the importance of the role of textual incorporation of both ideals as a representation of them. By extension, the philosophical readings of William Barret’s “Irrational Man”, written as a contextual understanding, benefit the understanding of the ideologies...
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...USAA Federal Savings Bank 10750 McDermott Freeway San Antonio, Texas 78288-0544 September 08, 2015 JACOB W HART 5126 N LOOP 1604 E APT 1307 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78247-5953 Action Needed: Complete Form for Your USAA Consumer Loan Application Dear JACOB W HART, Thank you for considering USAA Federal Savings Bank for your consumer loan needs. Because of your recent loan application with us, we're required to notify you that any purchase of USAA insurance is optional and will have no impact on any credit application decision. Additional related disclosures are included in the attached form. Please sign and fax the attached Insurance Disclosure Form to USAA Federal Savings Bank at 1-800-531-5717. We know you have a choice when it comes to banking, and we think you'll find that USAA Federal Savings Bank provides consistently great value and best-in-class service. If you have any questions, please call us at 1-800-531-USAA (8722). We value your business and look forward to continuing to serve all your financial needs. Thank you, USAA Federal Savings Bank DM#449 84866-0611 Insurance Disclosure Form USAA Federal Savings Bank 10750 McDermott Freeway San Antonio, TX 78288-0544 09/08/2015 Applicant Information BANK_037711339_LN_2_1 100000122865327 100000122865328 JACOB W HART 5126 N LOOP 1604 E APT 1307 SAN ANTONIO TX 78247 - 5953 Important Legal Information For all applicants: For purposes of this paragraph, "Product" refers to any insurance or annuity you purchase from USAA Federal...
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...The film, October Country, follows the Mosher family for a year and focuses specifically on the social problems faced by the family members. The family consists of a grandfather, Donald, grandmother, Dottie, their daughter, Donna, the older granddaughter, Danael, who has a toddler, Ruby, and the younger granddaughter, Desiree. Also, appearing in the film is Donald's sister, Denise, Donald's and Dottie's foster child, Chris, and Danael's boyfriend, Johny. The film presents several social problems affecting the family, among those are misery, dysfunction, and most importantly, the "vicious cycle" of domestic violence. Despite Mosher's misery, they managed to avoid treating it with drugs or alcohol, however, all of the adult family members are...
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...The 14th October uprising The military domination of Thai politics, started soon after the 1932 revolution, but its consolidation of power came with the Sarit military coup in 1957. The economic development during the years of military dictatorship in the 1950s and 1960s took place in the context of a world economic boom and a localised economic boom created by the Korean and Vietnam wars. This economic growth had a profound impact on the nature of Thai society. Naturally the size of the working class increased as factories and businesses were developed. However, under the dictatorship trade union rights were suppressed and wages and conditions of employment were tightly controlled. By early 1973 the minimum daily wage, fixed at around 10 baht since the early 1950s, remained unchanged while commodity prices had risen by 50%. Illegal strikes had already occurred throughout the period of dictatorship, but strikes increased rapidly due to general economic discontent. The first nine months of 1973, before the 14th October, saw a total of 40 strikes, and a one-month strike at the Thai Steel Company resulted in victory due to a high level of solidarity from other workers. Economic development also resulted in a massive expansion of student numbers and an increased intake of students from working-class backgrounds. The building of the Ramkamhaeng Open University in 1969 was a significant factor here. Student numbers in higher education increased from 15,000 in 1961...
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...Current Economic Outlook Positive signs, but beware! Manufacturing is expanding at its fastest past in 2 ½ years, but will that translate into economic growth and new jobs? The unemployment rate is at its lowest since December 2008. Good news? Not really, the details to the latest payroll report are not pretty. Current Economic Outlook Positive signs, but beware! Manufacturing is expanding at its fastest past in 2 ½ years, but will that translate into economic growth and new jobs? The unemployment rate is at its lowest since December 2008. Good news? Not really, the details to the latest payroll report are not pretty. October 1 ISM Manufacturing Index What the ISM indicates Monitoring the ISM Manufacturing Index allows us to understand the current economic conditions. Financial Markets are extremely sensitive to this index. Stock markets should increase when the index increases because of higher corporate profits. In bond markets the opposite usually occurs, due to the sensitivity of potential inflation. ISM also measures the degree of change across manufacturing, and is an indicator of GDP Growth. Current vs Expected The ISM showed that its Manufacturing Index grew for the 52nd consecutive month as the PMI came in stronger than expected at 56.2% in September, versus a Bloomberg consensus estimate of 55.0%. That shows an increase from 55.7% in August and the fourth straight increase in the index. A reading above 50% indicates growth. MANUFACTURING AT A...
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