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1. For the first claim, students should get free bus passes. I would rank the points in order of strongest logic to weakest, Public transportation reduces traffic, Students pay tuition, it helps the environment, Riding the bus is fun. I picked public transportation reduces traffic as the most logically sound because this is proven through multiple studies. One article from the national bureau of economic research shows the many reasons why this occurs. https://www.nber.org/digest/jul13/impacts-public-transit-traffic?page=1&perPage=50

2. The second claim, Classes should start later in the morning, also has four arguments. The arguments teenagers naturally wake up later, teachers are also tired in the morning, students would be more focused, cafeterias could sell more breakfast food. I would rank these in order of strongest logic to weakest, Teenagers naturally wake up later, Students would be more focused, Teachers are also tired in the morning, Cafeterias could sell more breakfast food. I picked teenagers naturally wake up later as the strongest piece of logic because it is scientifically proven that teenagers have different sleep cycles than adults and younger children, causing them to go to bed later and wake up later. This is backed up by biology and is called the Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome. One source that backs this claim up is from the Nation Library of Medicine, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK222804/.

3. The third claim, Everyone should learn how to cook has four points Cooking saves money, Cooking is healthier than eating out, Cooking shows are popular, You can impress your friends. I would rank them in order from strongest logic to weakest in Cooking saves money, Cooking is healthier than eating out, You can impress your friends, Cooking shows are popular. I would say cooking saves money is the strongest piece of logic because it is proven that cooking at home is cheaper than eating out. One piece of evidence that backs up this claim is from the Advanced Financial, https://www.af247.com/blog/cooking-at-home-vs-eating-out-the-cost-comparison/ This study shows that an at home meal can cost almost $10 cheaper per person than eating out at a restaurant.

4. The fourth claim is Reading fiction improves critical thinking. This claims points are Fiction helps people imagine perspectives, Some novels are boring, Fiction builds vocabulary, It strengthens empathy. I would rank these in order from strongest logic to weakest logic, Fiction builds vocabulary, Fiction helps people imagine perspectives, It strengthens empathy, Some novels are boring. I picked Fiction builds vocabulary as the most logically sound because this is proven through studies. One study from York University shows that reading fiction is the main builder of vocabulary compared to nonfiction. https://www.yorku.ca/news/2022/05/12/reading-to-improve-language-skills-focus-on-fiction-rather-than-non-fiction/.

5. The fifth claim is voting should be mandatory. The points being Democracy works better with more participation, some people don't care about politics, Other countries have mandatory voting, It would make elections fairer. I think I would rank these Democracy works better with more participation, Other countries have mandatory voting, It would make elections fairer, Some people don't care about politics. I chose democracy works better with more participation as my strongest piece of logic because there are multiple articles agreeing with this statement. One article from The London School of Economics and Political Science says that the best democratic governance occurs when more citizens participate. https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=does+democracy+work+better+with+more+participation&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8

6. The sixth claim is Homework should be reduced. The points for this are, Students are too busy with jobs and activities, Extra practice improves learning, Students get stressed from too much work, Teachers spend too much time grading. I would rank these in order of strongest logic to weakest in order of Students are too busy with jobs and activities, Students get stressed from too much work, Teachers spend too much time grading, Extra practice improves learning. I chose Students are too busy with jobs and activities as the most logically sound because their are many articles agreeing with this statement. One article from Stanford says that over two hours of homework may be counterproductive and shows evidence that students are struggling to find a balance between Home life, school work, and extracurricular activities. https://ed.stanford.edu/news/more-two-hours-homework-may-be-counterproductive-research-suggests

7. The seventh claims that social media does more harm than good. I would rank these from strongest logic to weakest in order of, It creates anxiety and comparison, People waste time scrolling, Social media spreads misinformation, It helps people connect with friends. I picked It creates anxiety and comparison as my strongest because it is proven as the rise of social media has come it has also come with a rise in anxiety. One piece of evidence that shows this is https://www.jahonline.org/article/S1054-139X(24)00433-6/fulltext

8. The eight claim is Video games should be considered a sport. I would rank in order of strongest logic to weakest as, Gaming competitions draw huge audiences, They require strategy and skill, Players practice many hours, They don't involve physical activity. I ranked Gaming competitions draw huge audiences as the strongest because over the last few years many more people have been attending gaming competitions. One article that shows this is https://www.demandsage.com/esports-statistics/

9. The ninth claim is College students should take at least one art class. I would rank the points from strongest logic to weakest in Art classes reduce stress, Creativity is useful in any career, Art encourages problem solving skills, Some students dislike art. I put Art classes reduce stress at the most logically sound because it is proven that art can reduce stress. One study from Drexel shows this https://drexel.edu/news/archive/2016/june/art_hormone_levels_lower.

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eSports Statistics In 2024 (Viewers, Growth & Forecast)

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Esports is gaining massive popularity nowadays and here we have shared detailed eSports statistics which include all the data and facts.

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Shows some of the many local, family owned businesses along side a McDonalds, a very popular franchise showing the mix between large franchises and family owned businesses on Merrick road

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My Local Main Road

A. What makes this space distinct from others?

On Merrick Road, the local road by my house, people follow unspoken rules of staying on the sidewalks, crossing only at lights, and keeping a steady pace while walking. I went during an earlier time in the morning so there were many parents walking their children to the local elementary school, many keeping to themselves but some talking with each other. Much of the road was designed around cars with limited space dedicated to pedestrians. This space promotes purposeful movement with not much area for leisure. Historically, Merrick Road has been a central commercial route connecting neighborhoods. This area gives opportunity for local, family owned businesses to thrive alongside major chains. This space promotes brief and transactional interactions. An example being a conversation between a customer and a shop owner or greetings between a couple locals walking by each other on the sidewalk. However the constant traffic and the lack of third spaces discourage group gatherings and more deep social interactions.

B. Who has entry to this space, and who does not? Why might that be? What kind of rights or identities do one need to gain entry to this space?

Anyone can physically access Merrick Road, but it primarily caters to drivers. Much of the road area is dedicated to cars and traffic. It also caters towards consumers and people who can afford the shop there. People with physical disabilities may have more difficulties in getting around, as the space limits where people can move already as well as their disability would lead to issues getting around. Locals may feel comfortable with this area while outsiders may not, unless they have grown in an area with the idea of a main street. People who have grown up outside of where the traditional idea of a main street is popular may feel out of place in an area like this. Authority is definitely held by local police. There are many signs on businesses that show that they will call the police if necessary. Traffic signs are also a form of authority held by town officials. Many businesses also have cameras giving them a sort of authority and control. The main form of control is the public eye. There is always someone there which reduces crime. While there are no formal barriers, the cost of goods and services limit who can fully participate in this space. Economic privileges grant comfort and access to this area. Most people seen here reflect a uniform demographic. Middle class families and workers. Things like security cameras, parking signs, and the clean area acts as quiet reminders of constant observation and social expectations. These signs of surveillance ensure safety but also reinforce conformity and reduce people from potential acting out of the community norm. This area has well maintained roads and sidewalks reinforcing the communities values of uniform and cleanliness. They reflect a community where the children walk to school in the morning before their parents go off to work. It represents a very middle class environment.

C. What do you know about this space? Where does that information come from? What you may not know, and how might you find out more?

My personal experience growing up near Merrick Road makes me feel comfortable and familiar with its atmosphere. I see the road as a central part of my daily life as much of what I do is on this road. Whenever I drive to school I have to take this road, whenever I go to get groceries it's on this road. If I need to go anywhere, I have to first drive on this road. Because of this I may view it in a more positive light than if someone who hasn't ever experienced a suburban neighborhood may view it. I often assume many of the people here share very similar lives to me. Middle class students, workers, and families. This assumption might ignore the diversity of people who might pass through here. To better understand Merrick Road’s history, I could use observation to note patterns of movement. Another method might be to interview local business owners about how the area has changed. A final research method could be searching online and viewing community discussions could also reveal individual stories that combine together to show a broad history of the area. Local businesses shape Merrick Road. The entire road was made as a main area of commerce for the people of the towns it passes through. This road was made to get as many people to these businesses as possible.

Walking research allows people to gain a deeper understanding of an area more than just reading or studying about it. Walking research engages all the senses of the area where just reading about or looking at pictures of the area lacks input from all senses. It allows the observer to see how people move, interact, and occupy an area more than just a video could tell you. It allows the observer to recognize social dynamics and the social standards that shape the area. Ultimately, walking research is a method that allows you to not just know about an area but actually experience an area. It's one thing to know a lot about an area but experiencing it allows you to get a much deeper understanding.

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Another example of the many small businesses on Merrick road.

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1. what has been the most difficult part of living on campus

2. what's your favorite part of living on campus

3. where is your favorite spot to eat on campus

4. is there anything you miss about living at home

5. what's your daily routine on a day you don't have classes here on campus

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Examples of the many large chains found on Merrick road showing it is truly a financial center of the town. The combination of big businesses and small family owned ones shows how essential this road is for the town.

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Consejos para iniciar tu emprendimiento-2

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Tom came to this campus from Westbury, Long Island looking for a new start. He says "Ive come out of my shell a lot more". He has been trying to put himself out there more and make a lot more friends which he has been doing. Since starting college, he has become a lot more outgoing and friendly. Most days you can find him hanging out with his roommates before and after class. He has grown more confident and become a better person through his experience here. He hopes to get a successful job out of college and lives a successful life, but right now he says he's just trying to pass. He is still figuring many things out, but currently feels at peace with where he is. 

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This labyrinth map represents my journey throughout the semester. The winding path shows how the journey wasn't always straight forwards and easy, but challenging and confusing. I began at the center with uncertainty and fear. The shape of the labyrinth shows how it feels to be dropped into the semester with little to help you along the way. The path passes through many dead ends which are not useless. Many dead ends come out with a lesson you learnt from that mistake. Each dead end was not useless as you learnt something from it and moved on. As you get towards the end you use the skills you learned at the dead ends to make it to the end because the labyrinth is trial and error. The "You are Here" marker near the exits shows that even at the end of the semester there's still work to do but you now have the skills and awareness to navigate the challenges you will face.

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1.

1. What resonated with me the most was how genuinely selfless Zohran Mamdani's actions were, especially his choice to uplift others.

2. The writer builds ethos through personal experience, uses emotion and descriptive moments to create pathos, and structures the story to show why Zohran's character is admirable

3. Like many similar posts, this story highlights kindness and human connection, but stands out because it focuses on a politician whose humility shapes the entire narrative

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1. What resonates with me the most was the reminder that real human connection is irreplaceable.

2. The writer builds ethos by speaking passionately, uses pathos through emotional language about humanity, and uses logos by contrasting real world connection with online connections.

3. This story emphasizes community but differs by focusing less on an individual and more on the crowd

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1. What resonated with me most was the idea of an artistic exhibit opening to the average New Yorker.

2. The writer builds ethos by describing the scale of the project, uses pathos by expressing passion for art and uses logos by clearly explaining the event and how people can participate

3. Like other posts, this post celebrates community and creativity. It differs by focusing on individual artists creating opportunities for them.

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For my Walking Research project, I plan to walk along Merrick Road starting at my house and continuing for several blocks. Merrick Road is a long, and busy stretch of road with shops, traffic, and small pockets of residential housing. I chose this location because it's a road I pass through everyday but don’t pay much attention to it usually. By walking through it slowly, I want to explore the stuff that I missed just driving through it. I'm hoping to expand my knowledge on the sounds, movements and atmosphere of the street that it's a part of my daily routine. During the walk I will use my phone to take notes and take photos of anything that stands out to me. Since I usually drive through the street, I need to pay attention to ambient sounds and smells that I usually miss being inside a car. I also will try to notice small visual cues I usually overlook such as natural elements around the street. The hardest part will be resisting the urge to rush along the sidewalk because the road isn't really designed with people in mind as much as it is for cars. I plan to consciously try and keep a steady pace to make sure I'm truly observing rather than just passing through it.

On my walk this morning,  I noticed a mix of noise and motion that shaped the street. The steady movement of cars and people navigating the road flowing alongside pedestrians and the many shops. The interactions between them were small but meaningful in many ways. The blend between the streets, stores and surrounding neighborhoods create a unique environment