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Read pages 206-215 and 247-260 Submit a 3-page reflection paper that addresses the following: 1. As mentioned in the textbook, the United States does not have paid maternity leave, putting it at odds with all but two other countries out of 178 worldwide. a. What is ONE economic consequence of this, short term or long term, for the country? (Consider consequences to society as a whole, not just relevant to the women involved, and not only regarding married women.) b. What is ONE social consequence? 2. Identify two historic developments that surprised you or that you think are particularly important. Why? 3. What impact could a change in constitutional law, regarding either abortion or contraceptives, have on our society?   4. Choose one of the health issues covered in the Women’s Health chapter (pg 247-260) In what ways does this issue affect women or girls in a way that is distinct from men or boys? Are there ways to “level the playing field” to avoid disparities? 5. Consider parenting. Identify ONE way that the role of a parent is different now (for your generation) as compared to your parent’s generation and your grandparent’s generation? What are some reasons for this difference?   **Remember: Should include at least one reference to the textbook with the page number for EACH question**

MUST READ THE STORY AND WATCH THE FILMS Read the short story “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson (posted).  Then watch two short film adaptations: the 1969 film version by Larry Yust and the 2007 film version by Augustin Kennady. In short essay form, type your brief responses to the following prompts  FILMS: The Lottery—Larry Yust, 1969 (17:52):  The Lottery—Augustin Kennady, 2007 (9:56):  (Let me know if the links not working) Prompt: 1. What main themes from the story does each movie adaptation choose to emphasize most? What discursive choices/techniques do the filmmaker’s employ to influence how these themes are highlighted in their adaptations? Why do you think the movie’s creators made these choices?  2. Using specific examples, describe how the setting of “The Lottery” is represented in the movies. Why is it held at all and why is it set in mid-summer? Using concepts related to the setting that were discussed in class (time, place, circumstance), explore how you think the setting impacts the themes of the overall narrative.  3. Think about how you would adapt this story for film. What discursive choices or changes would you make in your own adaptation of the story? Why? COMPLETE the response assignment (Must answer every questions list above and write a short essay, in MLA format; number each response individually. Aim for 750 words/three pages of MLA formatted text) REMEMBER to use MLA format and include a Works Cited page (in MLA format, You need to cite the short story and the two short films at least, and any other sources used.)

1. Select two of the four critical essays 2. Settle on your points of comparison. 3. Find evidence from the two essays, relevant to the points of comparison. 4.Compare and contrast the points to explain why one essay is more insightful or valuable to you than the other. 5.Develop a working outline, based on a subject-by-subject or point-by-point structure. 6.Then, write a 1000-word comparative evaluation of the two essays, to explain why one is more insightful, or valuable to you as a reader, than the other.

apply concepts from agenda-setting theory (e.g., first-and second-level agenda setting, who shapes the media agenda, need for orientation, vertical vs. horizontal media) to analyze how the media’s coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic may have influenced the public’s attention to and understanding of this issue over time, as well as public support for/resistance to restrictions and recommendations from local/state governments as well as public health agencies. Every group member is expected to make a minimum of TWO posts as part of this activity.  You must complete your first post before you will be able to see posts by other students. In you INITIAL POST – you should: Apply at least two concepts from agenda-setting theory to public opinion about the COVID-19 pandemic.  Describe specific things that appeared in media coverage of the pandemic and/or in surveys of the public to illustrate/support your claims Use ideas from the Griffin text as well as the talk by Dr. McCombs (video) to explain things that occurred over time during the COVID-19 pandemic In one or more SUBSEQUENT POSTS (due by Sunday) – you should: Elaborate on (e.g., extend further, thoughtfully and respectfully question) initial posts made by one or more of your peers Textbook –   https://platform.virdocs.com/r/s/0/doc/591818/sp/173093473/mi/558684290?cfi=%2F4%2F4%2F116%2C%2F1%3A0%2C%2F1%3A9

Choose a problem that can be solved (underemployment) explore potential solutions to the problem as void re-hashing solutions that are already in effect. The purpose of this essay is to propose new solutions or explain how existing solutions can be made more effective.

choose any topic that is argumentative in nature that is trying to convince you of something. you have to write 2 page rhetorical answer that answer this question “how (do) the key device in an argument makes it succeed or fail”. also add quote from whatever piece that is chosen. this is a Rhetorical Analysis assignment.

write a 3-4 page typed essay that zooms in on and interprets a portion or portions of The God of Small Things in relation to our course theme of ethnic, cultural, and/or national identity. The essay should focus on a particular chapter, part of a chapter, or section in the novel and analyze it in relation to one of the above types of identity. Your essay, though short, should develop around a strong thesis statement that responds to a directly stated or implied question about the type of identity you’ve chosen to discuss. You may use the critical lenses provided to help frame a driving question for your paper or you may just focus on the question: “What does this passage reveal about ethnic, cultural, and/or national identity and why?”. Please note, you may need to explain how you are using specific terms to put appropriate limits on the paper. The body of the essay should concisely summarize the chosen section from the text and then go on to interpret and discuss specific quotes, explaining how each supports your thesis. A concluding paragraph should tie up any loose ends and reiterate the thesis. Papers must be typed using Times New Roman 12pt font and double-spaced. Any of the acceptable formatting styles (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.) may be used, so long as they are used correctly. If you need clarification on these guidelines visit the Purdue Online Writing Lab at: . For one of these papers, you may choose to respond with an original artistic piece, such as poem or drawing, and a 200 word explanation of how your art is a response to the text. USE THE BOOK GOD OF SMALL THINGS FOR THIS ESSAY AND ABOVE ARE THE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO WRITE IT.

Based on news articles: The Daily Beast. “Local Businesses Love the ‘Domestic Terror’ Zone in Seattle, Actually” World Net Daily. “Seattle Zone’s New Enforcers Blocking Police Response to ‘Rape and Robberies’” After reading these two news articles (uploaded in Bb), compare and contrast the arguments that each paper makes, paying particular attention to the elements of argumentation that are included in the PPTs in Tab 11 on Bb (Argument 1 PPT: Cause & Effect; Argument Basics PPT; Argument 3: Structure & Evidence). Which elements of argumentation stand out to you the most? Is there anything in particular that you feel the author of each article did really well or really poorly? Explain your claim using evidence from the texts. Some things to consider about the articles while you are formulating your opinion of both the articles and which one does a better job of creating a fair argument: Does the author establish trust with the reader by offering a fair argument, even considering the opposing view? What type of evidence is provided, if any? Is it credible? Is it relatable to the argument or taken out of context? Does the author use Aristotelian Appeals? Which ones? How well does the author use them? There are many more items you need to consider; these are just some thoughts. You must write a minimum 300-word compare and contrast argument of which author you feel did a better job in constructing an argument. Remember that you are analyzing their arguments. You are not arguing your thoughts on the topics they wrote about.

Write a research paper APA style  I chose Grace Murray Hopper The research project is a formal writing assignment to investigate the life of a female mathematician of your interest. (Grace Murray Hopper) You will research, learn and summarize in your own words about the chosen mathematician, highlighting relevant personal, socio-economic, cultural or historical events that shaped her life and how her work influenced the mathematical field. 1) Cover page (name, project name, class description, date) https://www.scribbr.com/apa-style/apa-title-page/ 2) Brief Introduction 3) Body paragraphs  4) Reflection 5) a brief Conclusion about the whole project. 6) Bibliography ( new page, in APA format)

The purpose of this Unit is to study Welles’ THE STRANGER (1946) and place it within the larger body of his films. In many ways the most conventional of his films, THE STRANGER nevertheless contains classic elements of Welles’ film style. In this unit students will discuss both the conventional and the less predictable elements of the film. Students will also discuss the effect that World War II and its aftermath had on the political content of Welles’ work. Naremore asserts that while there are good examples of satirical touches in THE STRANGER there are also “elements of disharmony.” Identify and discuss examples of both in the film. Naremore also states that “[t]he film has a superficially Hitchcockian sense of the absurd, and many of Welles’ best moments derive from his ironic treatment of Americana, as if Norman Rockwell were being retouched by Charles Addams” (124). Do you agree or disagree? Why or why not? It is also important, due to both the Nazi war criminal theme in the film as well as the actual end of the Second World War, to address the changes in Welles’ political beliefs as they manifest themselves in this film. Although on the surface THE STRANGER’s theme appears to be political, much of it dramatic tension is due to psycho-sexual undercurrent present in the film. An example of this is the relationship between Mary Longstreet (Loretta Young) and Franz Kindler (Welles). Discuss what Kindler represents to Mary in the psychosexual realm. Also explore her character and discuss why she agrees at first to help and why she then changes her mind. Be sure to include a discussion of the psychological aspects of her decisions.