Category: Free Samples

In Arthur Miller’s play “The Crucible” Abigail Williams plays a big part in the Salem witch trials. Although this is so, there were many other factors and people who contributed to the Salem witch trials and the subsequent tragic deaths of those accused. Factors such as the community, the court, . . . Read more

The issue that I am studying and what both the articles are studying is the matter of teenage curfews. I am going to look at two articles to see what the press and newspapers, from different sides of the political spectrum, have to say about the concern of teenage curfews. . . . Read more

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic Lunar calendar (a calendar measured by the cycles of the moon). Ramadan is thought as the holiest months. The month begins as soon as the new moon is seen. Muslims have to go without from all food, drink, gum chewing, any kind . . . Read more

“The Laramie Project” is set in Laramie, Wyoming in 1998, where Matthew Shepard, a gay student from the University of Wyoming was kidnapped, beaten, tied to a fence and left to die. This play shows the audience the lives of the town’s people in Laramie before, during and after the . . . Read more

For this unit, I will produce a fact file booklet that can be used by future Health and Social Care students. In this booklet I will include; The life stages: conception, birth and infancy (0-3 years); childhood (4-10 years); adolescence (11-18 years); adulthood (19-65 years); old age (65+) I will . . . Read more

“Attachment is a special emotional relationship that involves an exchange of comfort, care, and pleasure.” There are a few theories out there, dealing with attachment in human beings. But two, in particular, stand out. One theory is called the theory of attachment as an innate process; a theory made by . . . Read more

In the opening scenes of The Godfather Part Three, (Coppola, 1991), we see the family compound in ruins on a grey wintry day. The lighting is dark and depressing and depicts the nature of what has passed and what might be to come. Something sad has occurred. You need not . . . Read more

In the South for many years after the civil war, Lee was a hero and a great symbol of Southern strength. In recent years, however, his ability as a commander has come under great attack, from all sides. Since the publication of Nolan’s essay, “Lee Dissected”, huge arguments have arisen . . . Read more

As with all forms of ethics, whilst written about in a general sense the ethical thought appear a feasible process and an appropriate way to act and behave, however needs to stand up against certain moral issues to ‘test’ its fallibility. Business ethics would be one such example. Aristotle, the . . . Read more

History is the study of the past. Mathematics is the study of concepts such as quantity, structure, space and change. Therefore, since the two areas of knowledge differ, the acquisition of knowledge in these areas will also differ. For example, the methods used to gather historical information/data cannot be used . . . Read more

In economics, demand is an economic principle that describes a consumer’s desire and willingness to pay a price for a specific good. Demand: refers to how much (quantity) of a product or service is desired by buyers. A typical demand curve is shown in the graph below, representing a negative . . . Read more

The Biblical version of ‘Salome’ was set in the King’s Chambers. It took place around AD 30. This version was about Salome who danced for Herod’s birthday feast. Her stepfather Herod was captivated by her lascivious performance so he was willing to offer her whatever she desiderated. John Baptist believed . . . Read more

The novel “Of Mice of Men” portrays the deep relationship between George and Lennie. As the book progresses, the reader plunges deeper into their relationship. The curiosity of George and Lennie friendship is intriguing for the reader and is very thought-provoking for the reader as it very complex and full . . . Read more

They wake up at dawn to get dressed for the Celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, they gather in cars to drive to the nearest Mosque or a huge open ground to pray the early morning prayer, Fajr. After the prayer, they greet each other warmly and invites flow from person to person. . . . Read more

Reconstruction the process by which the states that had seceded were reorganized as part of the Union after the Civil War. The role of the African Americans prior to the Civil War was free labour for Southern landowners and they were viewed by Southerners as property. They worked the land, . . . Read more

Success comes from failures; throughout history, great nations have learned from their past defeats and have emerged victorious. The United States of America is no exception. With the collapse of the colonial governments, the beginnings of the federal union in 1774 commenced and an alliance formed between the 13 colonies. . . . Read more

Teenagers may be involved with psychoactive substances in various ways. Experimentation with alcohol and drugs during adolescence is common. Unfortunately, teenagers often don’t see how their actions today will have negative consequences tomorrow. They also have a tendency to feel indestructible to the problems that others experience. Using alcohol and . . . Read more

There is a public misconception about white-collar and corporate crime. Many people believe that these crimes are less serious than other forms of crime, such as violent crimes. However, this is far from the truth. White-collar and corporate crimes are just as serious as other forms of crime, if not . . . Read more

If the voting age was to be lowered to thirteen, today’s youth may act differently. Holding the right to vote might instil responsibility and purpose into teens. The voting age should be lowered to 13, so that way, teens who want to submit their choice of candidate have the freedom . . . Read more

The relationship you have with others often has a direct effect on the basis of your very own personal identity. In the essay “On The Rainy River,” the author Tim O’Brien tells about his experiences and how his relationship with a single person had effected his life so dramatically. It . . . Read more

When you read Animal Farm, by George Orwell, you might think that it is only a science fiction book, but if you study this deeper we can easily deduce that it is an analogy to the Russian Revolution. Even though most people do not see it, Animal Farm is a . . . Read more

In this essay, I will examine the character of Simon and his role in Lord of the Flies. Lord of the flies is the story of a group of a public schoolboy that has been stranded on a desert island. This takes place in the backdrop of the cold war. . . . Read more

If it identifies strongly with characters that make movies great, then it is no mystery that ‘Casablanca’ is one of the most popular films ever made. It is about a man and a woman who are in love and sacrifice their love for a higher purpose. Made in 1942 and . . . Read more

A tragic hero is a literary character who makes an error of judgment or has a fatal flaw that, combined with fate and external forces, brings on a tragedy. During the play The Crucible, a play written by Arthur Miller, the character John Proctor suffers a change in fortune from . . . Read more

Students are finding it much easier to maintain a job, a family, and pursue a college career at the same time. This has been made possible with the option of online classes. While some students find it easier to continue education with online classes, others still prefer to learn in . . . Read more

Ted is a power/control serial killer. He” takes pleasure from manipulation and domination; he experiences a “rush” or “high” from victim’s misery” (O’Conner). He killed and enjoyed the sport of killing for most of his life. He experienced the rush by dominating the victim with the initial blow to the . . . Read more

In this essay, I will be examining the personalities of Abigail Williams and Mary Warren. I will be comparing their behaviours and looking at how they change throughout the play. Abigail Williams was once the servant for the Proctor household until Elizabeth Proctor fired her after she discovered that Abigail . . . Read more

Human civilization has been on earth for thousands of years now. We started off with simple tools and used caves as shelter. Now we depend on computers, enjoy a luxurious life and develop new ways to improve our lives even more. I always wonder if we finally reached the final . . . Read more

The following assignment will reflect on an experience from practice settings. It will consider and discuss the incident, which took place while on practice placement. The issues discussed will focus on defining who is a person and what it is person-centred care. It will consider the responsibilities and roles of . . . Read more

Modern sports have demonstrated some primary characteristics that make them specifically modern; these can be best understood in contrast to earlier forms of sports. To understand the differences between older and modern-day sports, it is necessary to recognize the changing nature of the society in which those sports forms are . . . Read more

The five pillars of Islam are five obligatory duties that a Muslim must perform. The pillars are acts of worship and show submission to Allah. The five pillars are Shahadah, Salah, Zakah, Sawm and Hajj. Shahadah is the declaration of faith and is the fundamental belief of Islam. ‘There is . . . Read more

This speech is aimed at teenagers. The audience in this speech are students in a college. Attention students: By a show of hands how many people in this classroom are under the age of 21? As you look around the classroom you will see that quite a few of you . . . Read more

Hamlet, by William Shakespeare, is a tragic play set in Denmark during the early seventeenth century. It was written at the same time the Bible was being translated by King James. Like the Bible, Hamlet is full of problems that all humans experience. These problems are best seen through the . . . Read more

“The course of true love never did run smoothly”, Shakespeare used many different techniques to show this in Romeo and Juliet. Firstly he uses a complex plot with lots of twists and turns in it. Shakespeare also uses secret meetings in his plays; this makes the audience feel like they . . . Read more

Abortion is badly affecting our society today. People in huge numbers feel it to be wrong as it kills an unborn child for no reason. However, others believe that it is a woman’s legal right to choose abortion especially in case of incest, rape, or health issues threatening the life . . . Read more

Today 130 years later, there is still a passionate debate regarding the “cause” of the Civil War. Although slavery was the moral issue that divided Northerners and Southerners, the average American in the mid-1800s had very little interest in slaves or slavery. In fact, most Southerners were small farmers that . . . Read more

John Steinbeck’s novella ‘Of Mice and Men’, tells a story of tragedy during the Great Depression, a story of companionship and loneliness. Although I feel sympathetic towards most of the characters, Curley’s wife in many ways is the most sympathetic character in the novel and I will explain why in . . . Read more

D.H. Lawrence uses varied ways to express Ursula’s feelings and experience through the passage. Each of the techniques he uses, create a different impact on the reader, all expressing Ursula’s thought and feelings. One of the most obvious things about the writing in this passage is the overwhelming use of . . . Read more

Parenting is a complex activity that includes many specific behaviours that work individually and together to influence a child’s outcomes. Although specific parenting behaviours, such as smacking or reading aloud, may influence a child’s development, looking at any exact behaviour in isolation could be misleading. (Baumrind 1991) claims that parenting . . . Read more

In literature, many writers have used imagery to help the reader to sense the surroundings in the story. It gives an appeal to all of the senses and can be very important to use in order to make a good story. Jack London wrote many of these types of descriptions, . . . Read more

INTRODUCTION: Culture, as Eldridge and Crombie (1974, cited in Burnes, 1996, p.112) stated, refers ‘to the unique configuration of norms, values, beliefs, ways of behaving and so on, that characterize the manner in which groups and individuals combine to get things done. Every organization has its own unique culture even . . . Read more

The Mexican Revolution erupted in 1910 amid worldwide political violence that saw major upheavals in China, Iran, and Russia and less far-reaching uprisings in Morocco, the Balkans, and South Africa. As in the other sites of major upheavals, Mexico saw divergent economic, social, cultural, and intellectual currents join together to . . . Read more

Character Development (protagonist) – “So absorbed in himself had he grown, so isolated from everyone else, that he was actually afraid of meeting anyone at all, not simply his landlady. He had been crushed by poverty, but even his reduced circumstances had of late ceased to be a burden to . . . Read more

When William Shakespeare wrote his sonnets, a group of 152 poems in all, he focused heavily on the concept of decay over time (CITE). Sonnet 73, “That time of year thou mayst in me behold”, was certainly no exception. In this poem Shakespeare uses metaphors to describe his ageing process, . . . Read more

One of O’Connor’s most widely read stories “A Good Man is Hard to Find” written in 1953, without a doubt is also her most shocking. Yet is it through the story’s disturbing ending that O’Connor raises fundamental questions about good and evil, morality and immorality, faith and doubt, and the . . . Read more

Globalization is a broad concept and the angle taken to define it can lead us to interpret the idea in many different ways. There is much controversy about what globalization actually means and many definitions fail to encompass social, cultural and technological exchanges between world systems. John Pilger suggests that . . . Read more

‘GOLD MINE FOUND. — In the newly made raceway of the sawmill recently erected by Captain Sutter, on the American Fork, Gold has been found in considerable quantities. One person brought thirty dollars worth to New Helvetia, gathered there in a short time. California, no doubt, is rich in mineral . . . Read more

In this presentation I will talk about the title “Of Mice And Men”, and the significance of various themes incorporated into the story in relation to how they associate with the title, such as the subject of Lennie’s treatment of the mouse at the beginning, and how the animalistic deaths . . . Read more

Introduction. In the ‘Rabbit Proof Fence’, Phillip Noyce, the writer, takes into account the conflicting opinions over the ‘stolen generation policy’. This was an Australian policy that involved taking half-caste aboriginals away from their families and homes, to be brought up in a white society. The policy was in operation . . . Read more

Selective attention is very important in our daily lives, but we are often unaware of how it really works. Therefore, it is worthy to explore its characteristics and functions, ways to control it and investigation methods. Selective attention, also known as focused attention, mainly controls our awareness of particular categories . . . Read more

Guilt is a state of mind in which an individual or group of individuals experiences conflict at having done something that one believes one should not have done. In extreme cases of guilt, the feeling will not go away easily and if it is ignored it may cause people to . . . Read more

Abigail Williams can be seen in two ways. She can be seen as an aggressor or as a victim. An example of her as an aggressor is in act one where she threatens the girls, “Let either of you breathe a word… and I will come to you in the . . . Read more

In Hamlet, one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies, there is a prevailing theme that is concurrent throughout the play. Throughout the play, all the characters appear to be one thing on the outside, yet on the inside, they are completely different. The theme of appearance versus reality is prominent in Hamlet . . . Read more

One Day is a relatively short novel but it is a special novel due to the fact that all 139 pages are describing one day in a labour camp. Alexander Solzhenitsyn, the author, writes mostly from his own experience in various prison and labour camps, or gulags. He was sentenced . . . Read more

The world we live in today is governed by different sets of rules and regulations almost everywhere we turn. From when and how we brush our teeth, to how we drive our cars, our world is in a way, very predictable. This is all due to the social structure that . . . Read more

Baron de Montesquieu, who had been influenced by John Locke, wrote about the need for separation of powers within the Government; legislative, executive, and judicial. He said that the best way to avoid tyranny is to make sure that nobody belonged to more than one branch of Government. No one . . . Read more

1.Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized in individuals, as being a disorder where the patient has a strong fear of gaining weight and is obsessed about his/her body image. Generally patients with Bulimia experience recurring episodes of binge eating, where the patient eats incredible amounts of food, which are . . . Read more

Descartes stated aim in the Meditations is to find something ‘firm and constant in the senses’. His only interest is finding out what we can know, and as this is his sole aim he has a clear definition of knowledge-knowledge is that which is indubitable. This clearly sets the Meditations . . . Read more

My brother is the most influential person in my life. His name is Wade, and he is 21 years old, leaving a 4-year gap in between the two of us. Most siblings are always quarrelling and never do anything together. My brother and I are most definitely not like that, . . . Read more

Q: Confession: Who is speaking? Is the speech ironic? Why has Otsuka chosen to end the novel this way? What does this imply about our ability to separate out the ‘enemy’, the ‘other’, in our midst? In the chapter titled “Confession”, the speaker admits to the reader the truths of . . . Read more

Though I have lived a colourful and varied life, the event which had the greatest effect on my well-being was the day I came of age, for it was on this day that it had been arranged that I should be told that my father was a loaf of bread. . . . Read more

Napoleon Bonaparte is one of the most written-about figures in history, yet “it is impossible to say what Napoleon might have done. People even have different opinions about what he actually did do”1. Napoleon was a powerful and influential leader from his moments in the French civil war to his . . . Read more

Little miss sunshine demonstrates how unpredictable a family can be and regardless of that it also teaches us how hope and desire can be achieved. Olive Hoover is a seven-year-old girl who has a huge dream to win the beauty pageant, which is one of the most spectacular events for . . . Read more

Little miss sunshine demonstrates how unpredictable a family can be and regardless of that it also teaches us how hope and desire can be achieved. Olive Hoover is a seven-year-old girl who has a huge dream to win the beauty pageant, which is one of the most spectacular events for . . . Read more

It is a book by Marshall Sahlins, published in 1974, in the field of economic anthropology and still continues to rivet attention 37 years after it was written. It is evident to believe that it is still revolutionary in its findings. Marshall Sahlins is a prominent American anthropologist. The Affluent . . . Read more

A Separate Peace is a story about two youths, Gene and Phineas, growing up at a beautiful boys’ boarding school in New England. Set in the background of World War II, the friendship between them grows as the peace in Devon School diminishes. Gene and Phineas are like two poles . . . Read more

The last minutes of the last lesson of the last day was ticking away; everybody couldn’t wait to be set free. However I was quivering inside, I began to feel petrified; my legs began to shake. Horrible thoughts rushed through my head, and I felt a sudden sting in my . . . Read more

The Great Depression was one of the most significant periods in American history. It came as a blow to the American people who were used to living in the “American Dream” (Paul. A., 1996, p.1), or the “Roaring Twenties”. The Depression was described as “The Rise and Fall of a . . . Read more

William Shakespeare is one of the most famous and influential writers of all time. His plays not only portray the past, but also aspects of love and hate, humour and tragedy. Henry V, written by Shakespeare, using Raphael Holinshed’s historical chronicles, appealed to many of the citizens of that time, . . . Read more

Reflective practice is associated with learning from experiences in order to identify, for example, my learning needs in the areas which are soliciting improvements (Allen et al 2008, p.81). The promotion of reflection on personal learning needs (Ku et al 2007, p.67) is an important strategy for me as a . . . Read more