...On Tuesday, January 23, 2018, I preformed my life in a bag speech. Overall, I feel that my speech was decent, especially for being the first speech assignment for the course. Though I definitely believe I have areas in improve in, such as the rate that I am speaking, my tone in voice, and dividing my time accurately for each set of point. Before the presentation, I was slightly nervous. I felt confident in my topic and the contents of my speech, but I was worried about the length of my speech and the grade I might get on it. When I had practiced my speech at home, my lengths varied greatly at first. As I refined my speech, the variations decreased, but were still present. My anxiety towards the grade was mostly present since this was the first...
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...Plastic Bags Don’t Suit You: A campaign to reduce plastic bag use Plastic bags, invented in the 1930s, were first introduced to super markets in 1977. In the following decades, they have spread all over the world. Currently, almost 1 trillion plastic bags are consumed worldwide every year (Warner, 2010). This waste can be considered as a symbol of consumerism. Meanwhile, it’s also the evidence of our ignoring the environment. In the past half century, efforts have been made to reduce or even eliminate the use of plastic bags. Until now, the global use of plastic bags has been on the rise, according to The Culvert Chronicles (2011). That’s why this national campaign needs to be launched. It’s time to declare a war against the plastic bags. And with the assistance of multiple cognitive theories, it’s not hard to win this war. Harm of massive plastic bag use Plastic bags are usually made from oil. In the US alone, an estimate that about 12 million barrels of oil were needed to meet the US citizens’ needs of 100 billion plastic bags in the year 2001 (Jenkins, 2011). And if we think about the global situation, the oil consumption resulted from modern society’s addiction to single-use plastic bags can be a major contributor to global warming (Khoo, H.H., & Tan, R.B.H., 2010). Moreover, oil is not renewable, and our attempts of finding new alternative energy haven’t been proved effective so far. Both manufacturing and recycling plastic bags generates toxic gases, like compounds of...
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...Describe the genre of Slave Narrative in his essentials on the basis of an example. What was the role of the genre for the abolitionist movement? Anti-slavery literature was very important for the abolitionists` fight against slavery. The Slave Narratives took a special importance because of the fact that slaves reported from the personal perspective. They described autobiographically how the life in captivity looked like. Consequently, they disputed the description of slave keeper, which were played down and romanticized. Frederick Douglass, one of the former slaves, wrote his story on his own, whereas some who couldn´t write and read (who were illiterate), dictated their stories to abolitionists. Those wrote and published these stories. Moreover, the Slave Narratives always were authenticated in preface and epilogues from whiteness. In the following part, I will quote many a time from the autobiography of the mentioned Frederick Douglass‘ “Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass“ “Master, however, was not a humane slaveholder. It required extraordinary barbarity on the part of an overseer to affect him. He was a cruel man, hardened by a long life of slaveholding. He would at times seem to take great pleasure in whipping a slave. I have often been awakened at the dawn of day by the most heart-rending shrieks of an own aunt of mine, whom he used to tie up to a joist, and whip upon her naked back till she was literally covered with blood. No words, no tears, no prayers...
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...Personal Narrative Most people’s goal for a bible camp is not to get in trouble ,but on the other hand I am not like most people. I was not actually planning on getting in trouble ,but if you would have seen my tribe you would understand how we were able to get in trouble and still have much fun. Most grades had a huge spread out from girls in 6th grade to 9th grade. For us though we had about all 9th graders so we were all very wild and fun. Well it was the third day of camp and we were suppose to be having an overnight in the woods ,but since it was raining like crazy we could not. The two Maras, Olivia, Shelby ,and I still made fun out of the rain including making a slip and slide with only the ground and ourselves. We were...
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...contemplation. Instead of exposing a world of negativity, The Mezzanine, completely defies the common perception of the hyper-productive, desensitized post-modern society. The symbol of the escalator allows Baker to illustrate his take on the industrious, consumptive postmodern world. It was quite interesting to witness the methods Baker used to interrupt time for both his protagonist and his audience –of possible naysayers. The time spent on the infamous escalator forces Howie to explore many of his forgotten memories. Immediately, the thoughts flow through his mind as he approaches the escalator. “It would have been less cumbersome, in the account I am giving here of a specific lunch hour several years ago, to have pretended that the bag thought had come to me complete and ‘all at once’ at the foot of the up escalator, but the truth was that it was only the latest in a fairly long sequence of partially forgotten, inarticulable experiences, finally now reaching a point that I paid attention to it for the first time. (Baker, p. 9)” A simple lunchtime errands leads to the beginning of deep contemplation. Already, we see that his reflection doesn’t have to arise while he is absent from the commotion of his workday life. With a simple elevator ride, Baker is showing us that the workday life and one of the universal...
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...homes or schools. Overall, Susan Cain's Quiet illustrates the unique perception introverts have of the world and the value they hold in it. Narrative (1st Person) A story or written account of events The novel is frequently interspersed with first-person narrative, where the author accounts for her own personal journeys. The use of this thematic element broadens the message in allowing for more emotional appeal and casual prose. It separates itself from a more informative, textbook-like feel and reiterates the fact that this book, at its core, is about humanity. Quiet mentions the idea that introversion and human experience are not black and white; the first-person narrative brings this principle to the forefront by letting perspective shape the writing. "I've paid $895 in exchange, according to the promotional materials, for learning how to be more energetic, gain momentum in my life, and conquer my fears. But the truth is that I'm not here to unleash the power within me (though I'm always happy to pick up a few pointers); I'm here because this seminar is the first stop on my journey to understand the Extrovert Ideal" (Cain 35). The author, Susan Cain, writes about her experience going to a seminar. Rather than describing events like this in objective detail, she tells her own personal tale. The writing includes personal touches and feelings. It welcomes (even urges) the reader to see the world through an introvert's eyes and consider her point of view. In describing...
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...invention Commercial Break!!: Creative Play With Media Influence Purpose: Works well to introduce a personal visual media paper, or other media analysis paper, because it encourages students to think critically about their childhood experiences with TV, etc in a personal, creative way. The exercise may become an early paper draft, or simply stimulate their thinking about the programs and commercials they have watched, and how these media affected them. Description: Students will write creative narratives about a childhood TV experience, then trade papers with another classmate, who will assess the program, the narrator, and then complete the narrative with a commercial break description suited to the program and audience. You may want to have your own example written up to read to them before each step, just to get them thinking about what’s possible. Suggested Time: 20 minutes to a full class period Procedure: Ask the class what their favorite shows were as kids: cartoons, sitcoms, even documentaries. You may want to bring in a few stills or uTube clips to project (in a tech class), as a memory jogger (ex. The Cosby Show, Ren & Stimpy, etc). Once you’ve discussed a nice variety of TV programs, ask the class to freewrite for 5-10 minutes (however long you wish to tell them) in first-person P.O.V. about their experience watching a show like these as a kid. They should be specific and detailed, writing whatever comes to memory about what’s going on in the program and their thoughts/reactions/and...
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...Canterbury Tales Webquest Today you are going to research background information about Geoffrey Chaucer and The Canterbury Tales. Anything not completed in class should be finished for HW. - Use the links to answer the questions listed below. - Please PARAPHRASE your answers rather than copying and pasting information. You may type your answers directly into the document and print when finished. 1. Geoffrey Chaucer 1. What kind of writer was he? He is a realistic writer. 2. What were the years of his birth and death? Born 1340/44, died 1400. 3. Where was he from? London, England 4. What was his “masterpiece”? The Canterbury Tales http://www.bartleby.com/65/ch/Chaucer.html 2. What is a pilgrimage? (You should already know this from our vocab. quiz.) A pilgrimage is a journey or search of moral or spiritual significance. Typically, it is a journey to a shrine or other location of importance to a person's beliefs and faith, although sometimes it can be a metaphorical journey in to someone's own beliefs. 3. Define prologue. The preface or introduction to a literary work. http://www.webster.com (or other dictionary site) 4. Where is Canterbury? Canterbury is located in Kent county, south-east of London. It is home to the Caterbury cathedral, the burial site of King Henry IV. What famous...
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... |Title: Creative Ways of Managing Garbage for a typical Filipino | | | | | |Project Summary: This project is an advocacy to raise awareness among the young Filipino | | |generation about the importance of managing garbage and to move them to act and find ways to help| | |through creative ways managing their garbage mostly through recycling and re-use of their | | |personal resources. | | | | | |MMCOMRE Term/SY: 2nd Term, 2013 | *To be evaluated by the MMCOMRE/MMRECON teacher. I. Background Defintion Here is a brief definition basically of what garbage disposal is on a wider point: “Waste management is the...
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... Triangle VA 22172 Mobile: 5714714256 Email; yewoinhargchane@yahoo.com PERSONAL SUMMARY An energetic, hardworking security officer who has a proven track record of safeguarding a client’s property and assets against acts of theft, fire, flood and vandalism. Able uphold good order on sites whilst working within a company’s procedural guidelines and also ensuring a high quality of service is consistently maintained with optimum efficiency. Currently looking for a appropriate opportunity with a reputable employer who rewards hard work and appreciates ability and loyalty. CAREER HISTORY (private Security officer, Master Tax Service VA) SECURITY OFFICER - January 2011–date Responsible for being the main point of contact in the event of any emergency or security incidents that occur on site. Working as part of a team via a day and night shift combination. Duties: * Pro-actively ensuring the protection of merchandise, property and assets. * Creating a safe and comfortable working environment for employees and visitors. * Patrolling the Facility area for periods of time. * Directing emergency vehicles and other traffic if a major incident occurs. * Responding to emergency situations as they arise. * Accurately reporting all incidents to senior managers. * Preventing and detecting offences on site. * Conducting searches of personnel, vehicles and bags etc. * Producing written reports. * Arranging the escort of large amounts...
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...Nacho Ormaechea Background of the photographer: Nacho Ormaechea is an Artist and Spanish Graphic Designer who’s been working in Paris since 2001. He explores the narrative of his subjects and himself through a digital composite of photography and graphic montage. He mixes the principles of both fields to drive his camera. Every piece is a new concept as the unknown individual reflects a new message to Nacho. It is all a bit of technique and improvisation. It is all a little of today and a lot of yesterday. He has collaborated with several cultural organizations and important French and foreign institutions. He says: ‘My days, and I guess some of yours too, are full of overflowing information invading my computer: clients mails, briefs, social-networking and too much visual material meant to "nourish our inspiration". Sometimes we feel we just need to stop, take a deep breath and think. Looking for creative freedom without specifications or deadlines or budgets, only a strong desire to create for the need to express. Each picture comes from a feeling, an idea that aims at provoking a reaction within the spectator's mind. This reaction is likely to be different from my own, nourishing itself from different backgrounds and personal stories. My characters, anonymous people from the street, are mirrors reflecting my state of mind as well as yours.’ Exhibitions (In Paris) Académie des Beaux-arts, Paris - Ambassade de Colombie - Paris, Ambassade d’Espagne - Paris - Ambassade...
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...Writing 101: Title University of Maryland University College Insert Title Here Throughout my life I have traveled to many countries on four different continents. My occupation is centered around interactions with other human beings, despite their background, culture, language, values, or beliefs. My success hinges on my ability to relate to other people and earn their trust. This in and of itself can be an overwhelming task when dealing with other Americans. Pile on top the stresses of a hostile environment where your country is viewed as an occupier, morally and religiously at odds with the host nation, and the fact neither of you speak the other’s language. This, to some extent or another, has been a large part of my life for the past eight years in the Marine Corps. Other than making me really, really good at party games like Pictionary where you have to communicate without words, I have picked up some similarities through my experiences between the cultures I have interacted with that are shared despite geographic separation, cultural exclusivity from lack of outside influence or exchange, and prior indoctrination of biases through propaganda or limited experiences. In the following pages, I intend to discuss these similarities to assist the traveler when she or he finds themselves in a similar position. While each interaction with an individual in a foreign country may seem trivial to the average American, that may be the only American that foreigner ever...
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...Presenting ideas successfully to an audience can be challenging; however, if done right, it can greatly benefit both parties. Kirk Osborn spoke on the importance of presenting information through analogies and stories in an engaging manner. By using this method, instead of overwhelming the audience with an overload of information, the audience and presenter interactions become more valuable. Osborn demonstrates the significance in effectively connecting with the audience through not only his stories and analogies, but also his own delivery. The first example of a successful technology Osborn introduced was Transmeta. However, when it was initially pitched to the public, the company had a difficult time convincing people of Transmeta’s worth....
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... how severe is sexism in the film industry? This 20 minute long documentary is based on women’s careers in the film industry, how they may be underrepresented, why this inequality persists and how this may have increased throughout the years. Actresses and women from around the world are calling out sexism in the film industry. “Is there a lack of material and great stories for women to work with?” These questions will be answered through a compilation of archive footage and interviews with female students to understand how younger women aspiring in strong career paths feel about it – and also women that are already in the industry who experience the inequality first hand. This leads to my first contributor which will introduce narrative and to give the audience a strong storyline to follow: Carla Lacey is 46. She has recently graduated from Manchester University and wants to excel in her dream of becoming a successful screenwriter. She grew up always wanting to be a singer but suffered with heavy bipolar, restricting her from following her dreams. Carla wrote poems and two novels which are published in books and on the internet – with this not being good enough for her she researched into screenwriting and now aspires to work with many other female screenwriters in the industry. She is passionate about the empowerment of women and wants more material for women to work with in the industry as she feels there isn’t enough. (Carla and her two daughters on her graduation) ...
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...TEP CHARGING memorandum Subject: Request for Technical Evaluation of Responses Received Solicitation #: From: To: Technical Evaluation Panel (TEP) Date: The accompanying technical responses are provided to you for technical evaluation. Information contained therein is to be used only for evaluation purposes and that information cannot be disclosed or duplicated in whole or in part for any other purpose without the written permission of the submitting parties. Also, be aware that no contact can be made with the offerors under any circumstances to discuss this solicitation. The technical evaluations must assess the qualities of responses based solely on the factors and sub factors as specified in the solicitation, reproduced in Attachment (1) for your convenience, and the TEP report must discuss and substantiate in detail the TEP’s findings regarding each evaluation criteria. All TEP members’ evaluations must adhere strictly to the subject RFP’s evaluation criteria. There must be no comparison of offerors’ responses in the initial review. The following individuals have been designated as members of the Technical Evaluation Panel (TEP) for No changes to the TEP membership are permitted unless requested and approved, in writing, by the Source Selection Authority (SSA). Attachments: (1) Technical Evaluation Criteria (2) Guidelines...
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