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The Rise of Dystopia Essay Luke Keffer - Google Docs

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Why is using evidence from credible sources important?

The entire validity of an argument is based on the use of reliable evidence, so in the instance in which an argument is not supported by credible sources, the ability of an argument to persuade or convince someone of their point of view is drastically decreased. For example, if I make the claim that there are ants living under your skin and the only way to remove said bugs is to ferally rip them out right now, you would be skeptical of such a claim since I am not a reliable source to trust.

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While a narcissist leader can contribute to the rise of a totalitarian dystopia, propaganda is the most pervasive reason for the rise of a totalitarian dystopia.

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Freedom is Slavery, War is Peace. These are known as the law of dystopia in 1984 by George Orwell.

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Why do the prisoners appear to be sad? Why do you think they have been incarcerated? Why do Winston and Julia seem to be "sneaking around? trying not to be seen?

The prisoners are sad because they have gone against the wishes of the government. This crime could be sleeping with someone without the consent of the government, committing a rebellious act, or even thinking about overthrowing the government. Because people are restricted with who they can sleep with as a result of the party's strict policy, Winston and Julia must be highly secretive of their relationship.

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After he reads the note from Julia, he finds an intense desire to live. Why is this so? Do you predict that this desire to live will make him more likely to conform to Big Brother?

Winston reads the note that says the woman is in love with Winston. This fuels Winston with passion and makes him feel alive. This is because another person shows how much they care for him, and Winston in turn feels desired. Therefore, since Winston is becomes more passionate for Julia, his passion for Big Brother and conformity is overshadowed, so he will be less likely to conform to Big Brother in the future.

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Why do you think censorship is necessary in a Totalitarian dystopia?

Thoughts always determine an individual's actions, so when the government is able to control thoughts, they are essentially able to control their population. The government in 1984 is able to control their population through newspeak, a new language designed to not have any words that talk about rebellion. Therefore, people cannot think about rebelling against the government. In addition, the thought police arrest anyone who thinks about opposing the government so that even if someone was to plan on overthrowing the government, they are ultimately removed from society as a whole.

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In 1984, totalitarianism is represented by the control of information, history, and physical & psychological needs.

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What is the most persuasive reason for the rise of totalitarian dystopias?

The existence of mass levels of poverty and the rise of a totalitarian party to power contribute greatly to the rise of a totalitarian dystopia.

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How does propaganda work today? Explain at least one way that people can be manipulated by a possible overreach in government control.

Propaganda works today in the form of news control. For instance, the North Korean government controls all sources of information that flow to its citizens. This control is in the form of TV, newspapers, and restricted internet access. The government is able to maintain a good reputation to its citizens because people only have access to information that paints North Korea in a good manner.

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Why is it important to frame your argument in this way? Why do you think people choose not to argue in a formal matter?

A counterargument is important because it allows the reader to recognize the ideas of the opposing side and provides evidence and reason on why the opposing side is flawed. People may choose not to include a counterargument because it may challenge the legitimacy of their argument and reduce support for the author's stance.

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How does the writer introduce and develop a thesis about changing perspectives on the concept of "home"?

The author introduces the concept of home as ever-changing. As society becomes increasingly connected in the modern day, the concept of home changes as time progresses. Technology allows the process of globalization to accelerate and people become more moble. Therefore, since traveling and moving as quick and easy, the idea of home has changes as we advance as a society.

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Big Brother symbolizes both the Party within the novel itself and the danger of totalitarian governments for the reader.

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Is home the place that is most familiar to us or the place where our friends and family also live? Can we feel different in a country where we are seen as different or as not belonging?

Home is the place that is most familiar to us. While friends and family do have a large influence on us as a whole, our perspective of where we feel most comfortable determines where home is. Sometimes, the place where we feel most comfortable and the place where our friends and family reside overlap, but when these things don't overlap, the place where we feel most comfortable is the place we call home.

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What is the motivation for a central government preferring the use of doublethink? Do you think this type of propaganda works in the United States today?

A government would use doublethink in order to maintain the legitimacy of the government, because doublethink allows people to believe to contradicting ideas to be true at the same time. This allows the government to be able to justify any action because they can make a claim to back it up, and the people are unable to recognize the contradictions that the government makes that would otherwise harm the government's reputation. This type of propaganda works in the United States today because the US justifies the invasion of Vietnam by saying they were protecting Democracy and freedom, while at the same time dropping billions of dollars on Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, causing widespread death from both war and famine.

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How does dystopia take flight?

Dystopia first takes root when a majority of people lose the ability to influence society through the use of voicing their opinions and concerns. In today's society, a majority of people are able to influence society, whether it be through voting in elections, participating in interest groups, or posting on social media. However, once people are no longer allowed to influence society, a small group of people is able to project their opinions and preferences upon a very large and diverse group of people. In addition, these people may enact policies to maintain their powerful status, so a majority of people are more controlled.

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A dystopia is a futuristic society which is predicted to turn ugly.

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Why do you think Victor's ambition was so impactful?

As Victor grew up, he developed intense ambition. While some people have the ambition to grow and develop, they may lack the skills necessary to do so. For example, I met a few children in the Dominican Republic who were wildly in love with the sport of soccer, displayed through their extensive practice of moves that Messi and Ronaldo would do. However, since these kids lived in a low-income rural area of the Dominican Republic, they had a low chance of ever being discovered and recruited to play professionally. Since Victor has both the ambition and the tools, such as education and equipment, necessary to cause a meaningful change in society, Victor Frankenstein was able to be a powerful influence in society.

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What does Romantic thought say about society?

Romanticism tells of the wonders of nature and the awe of life in general. As industrialization happened in the 19th century, romanticists were disappointed because of the lack of thought for the life that was destroyed as a result of industrialization. Therefore, romanticists oppose the growth of technology and the rise of pollution in the modern day era.

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Why is the monster able to befriend De Lacey? What does this realism say about people and society?

The monster is able to befriend De Lacey because De Lacey is blind. Since the monster knows their language well, De Lacey thinks that the monster is just another human. Other people become scared because they are able to see the monster looming over them. This series of events depicts the tendency of society to judge people based on their appearance rather than judging them on the content of their character.

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Why is Victor so eager to meet the monster?

Victor feels intense grief as a result of his creation of the monster leading to the death of an innocent woman and his youngest brother. Therefore, Victor's shame and grief becomes so intense that he decides to "take on" the monster himself to put an end to the problems he created.

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Why did Victor Frankenstein contemplate suicide?

Victor Frankenstein contemplates suicide because he feels intense grief after he created a monster that killed both an innocent woman and his youngest brother. Instead of working to solve the problems that he created, his shameful perspective clouds his judgment, causing him to contemplate suicide.

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Explain in your own words what the trial of Justine Moritz says about the criminal justice system during that time. Are there similarities today? What does this trial reveal about the character of Victor Frankenstein and the intellectual depth of the monster he created?

The conviction and execution of an innocent woman who had an alibi to prove her innocence displays the flaws of the criminal justice system during the time Frankenstein was written. The modern day criminal justice system is similar in the sense that people may be wrongfully convicted of a crime. Furthermore, the fact that the monster killed one of its creator's loved ones shows that the monster may resent Victor Frankenstein.

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Explain in your own words why the concept of reanimating the dead would be so revolutionary if it was real. In what ways do you think people today would use this scientific revelation? Describe one positive and one negative.

The concept of reanimating the dead would be revolutionary because people would no longer fear death. Therefore, people might be more willing to try outgoing things such as skydiving and rock climbing. In addition, reanimating the dead might become a large portion of the economy because of its importance to society once it is possible. However, some criminals may abuse this concept to continue doing horrific things in society.

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Romanticism was developed in response to the Age of Enlightenment.

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In Frankenstein, it is hard for Robert Walton to return home because he is not yet sure who he is without his dream.

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Explain in your own words how the concepts of grotesque and beautiful apply to the definition of romanticism. How does the captivation with aspects of what's beautiful and what's ugly inspire how people in general are treated?

Romanticism is the conceptualization of the dichotomy of the extremes of beauty and the grotesque. The existence of these concepts provokes thought and discussion about how these concepts are viewed and how they affect modern day society as a whole. As people begin to become familiar with how aspects of romanticism affect society, they can begin to understand societal trends as they occur.

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Explain in your own words how the concepts of life and death, man vs nature, and scientific innovation could improve or disrupt life today as commonly known.

Concepts of life and death can improve or disrupt life today as we know it. For example, a person who believes that there is life after death may fear death less than a person who believes that there is no life after death. In addition, if a person believes that the way they live their life on Earth will affect their potential life after death, then they will be more inclined to be kind and compassionate to others.

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Explain in your own words how Prometheus and Victor Frankenstein are compared. Why are they both punished? How is Frankenstein's monster punished? What message is the author trying to send?

Prometheus and Victor Frankenstein share many similarities. For example, both figures were searching for ways to better humanity. However, both Prometheus and Victor Frankenstein are punished because their attempt to aid humanity resulted in disaster. Mary Shelley conveys her message about the dangers of advancement through characters such as Victor Frankenstein.

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When did Mary Shelley Write Frankienstein?

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When did Mary Shelley Write Frankienstein?

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In what ways does the author use the science to create belief in the supernatural? Why do you think genres about reanimating the dead create so much interest in reades and viewers?

The author uses science as a source of credibility. This allows the author to establish some reality to the story and events that take place. Therefore, when supernatural events occur later in the story, the reader is more inclined to believe these supernatural events. One example of a supernatural event is raising the dead. This supernatural event piques the interest of the reader because death is seen as final in society.

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Edna St. Vincent Millay's central metaphor involves a candle burning at both ends.

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Valediction: Forbidden Mourning by John Donne

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Valediction: Forbidden Mourning by John Donne

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In what ways does the author use love to demonstrate this literary device? Why do you think that objects such as a "compass" serve well in metaphors to connect the sensory to the abstract world?

The author uses love to demonstrate a metaphysical conceit through the comparison of love to a compass. The poet describes his lover as the "foot" of a compass, and the poet is the compass needle, meaning there is a connection between the poet and their lover. Physical objects serve as metaphors because many physical objects symbolize greater ideas and trends in nature and humanity as a whole.

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In what ways had the English Monarchy infringed on religious, economic, and political liberties? Why do you think that American Colonists eventually chose to break away and seek independence?

The English Monarchy had infringed on the rights of the colonists through the use of oppressive acts and declarations. For example, the Proclamation of 1763 prevented the colonists from moving too far west into unknown territories. This angered the colonists, and stirred resentment to English control.

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In Walt Whitman's "I Hear America Singing", he uses free verse as a structure.

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Why do you think the Oliver Cromwell chose as a first rule of order to enact and enforce these kind of laws? Why do you think his Puritan beliefs lead to the atrocities against in Irish Catholics?

The Puritans believed their way of life was superior to others, so when they saw other people who didn't live a life similar to theirs, they did not accept those people. Therefore, Oliver Cromwell's Puritan beliefs led to the atrocities against the Catholics.

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Why do you think King Charles failed to acknowledge the power of Parliament? Why did his belief in the Divine Right of Kings led to civil war and his eventual execution?

King Charles chose to ignore Parliament because he believed that he had the Divine Right of Kings, which was an idea that God had chosen him, so he should answer to no one but God. Therefore, when Parliament ordered King Charles to meet, King Charles chose to ignore Parliament because of his belief in the Divine Right of Kings.

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The poem "Harlem" was significant to the African American community because it represented the postponement of African American dreams.

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Why do you think the author chose to take on pursuing or "vindicate" the right of women? What does Wollstonecraft desire the reader to understand and learn about the plight of women during this time?

The women at the time period that this was written were severely suppressed and weakened by gender roles of society, such as being "weak and frail" and having to wear extremely uncomfortable clothing in order to be accepted by society. These gender expectations represent how little rights women had during this time period. Therefore, Wollstonecraft decided to write about these aspects of society in order to draw attention to and expose the flaws of gender roles and expectations.

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Luke Keffer A Modest Proposal Notes & Annotations

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Why does Swift desire the reader to learn about life, death, and responsibility as it pertains to the poor?

Swift desires to help the audience learn that the poor in the time that Swift lived in were very discriminated against. This phenomena is due to the fact that the poor people lived in abysmal conditions, such as living in shacks, wearing rags, and eating scraps. In addition, the impoverished people had minimal opportunity to rise out of their impoverished state, so there was no opportunity for growth.

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The text details the story of Ruth Gruber, a journalist who had loved writing since elementary school. She eventually went to college and became the youngest Ph.D. in the world at 20 years old. She then wrote stories from Alaska, the USSR, and other surrounding areas. She then became invested in reporting historical events, such as WWI, WWII, and other global conflicts.

When can the way that we look at things lead to growth, and when can it hold us back?

Looking back at history can lead to growth, and how we view history can influence our decisions in the modern day. For example, the Holocaust is seen as a horrific tragedy, so society is more influenced to not repeat events similar to those of the Holocaust.

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1. I do not want to be in school all day

2. I want to center, relax, and to dream
3. Because us kids sit and we do not play

4. Look like I’m together as it would seem

5. Confused and bewildered teenage years stink

6. I want to be home and watching a show

7. Not supposed to be this way so I think

8. I guess this is just how I stretch and grow

9. School these days seems like it’s an endless pit

10.I feel like it’s sucking out all my joy

11. A dark hole with no bottom to be hit

12. I treat school as if it is one big toy

13. I will get it together and get out of this funk

14. I will keep going to school it’s a slam dunk

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Why do you think the author makes this shift? What does Shakespeare desire the reader to understand and learn about life, death, and love?

Shakespeare makes this shift in order to emphasize the solution to the problems presented previously. These problems include the idea that time is relentless and takes away the beauty and purpose from things. Therefore, since beauty is fleeting, people should learn to love and appreciate beauty while it lasts.

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The major themes of Dickinson's poems include nature, self identity, and God.

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Free verse has no rhyme or meter

Example: Free verse is very disorganized.

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A type of poetry with no rhyme scheme.

Example: Blank poetry is unorganized.

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Poetic device in which each line is made up of ten syllables, with an unstressed syllable followed by a stressed syllable.

Example: Iambic pentameter is used in sonnets.

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Poem with 14 lines.

Example: A sonnet was made popular by Shakespeare.

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Sonnet #12:

Throughout the poem, Shakespeare uses displays of beauty such as a day, trees, and violet which symbolize life and vitality. However, the tone shifts as elements of fleeting beauty are introduced such as night and barren trees. Therefore, time is a ruthless being, so people should appreciate beauty while it lasts.

Sonnet #60:

Shakespeare uses scenarios in order to symbolize fleeting youth and vitality. For example, waves are shown washing away rocks on the beach. Similar to Sonnet #12, time is a ruthless being, so people should appreciate beauty while it lasts.

Sonnet #73:

The main purpose of this sonnet is revealed through specific scenarios and aspects of nature. For instance, the element of simplistic beauty is shown through a tree decorated with leaves, and the element of fleeting beauty is revealed through a barren tree in winter. The purpose of Sonnets #12 and #60 are alike in the sense that time is a ruthless being, so people should appreciate beauty while it lasts.

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The bend in the road symbolizes the idea that we can't always know what the future holds.

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Why do you think sonnets on stating long problems with quick solutions?

Sonnets focus on long problems to symbolize the large amount of time the average person spends thinking about their problems. However, the solutions in sonnets are often quick, symbolizing how the solution to problems is often very simple, yet effective.

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How is it possible for a favorite book to transform you?
A favorite book can transform a person because they may adopt the values presented in the book. For example, a person whose favorite book is Beowulf may adopt the values of bravery and honesty.

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Why is understanding theme and purpose so important in the development of a sonnet?

Understanding theme and purpose is important in developing a sonnet because it allows the writer to more effectively convey their thoughts. As a result of the skillful application of theme and purpose to a sonnet, the audience is able to understand and digest the ideas presented.

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The repetition is the final refrain in the poem "Still I Rise" gives final emphasis to the message.

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Why is it important to know and understand the setting and time period of a play?

Knowing the context of a play is important because it allows the audience to understand and conceptualize the plot and character development in a deeper fashion. For example, in Of Mice and Men, the actions of George and Lenny can be better interpreted if the setting and time period of the novel is understood.

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Macbeth personifies virtue, giving it the ability to plead.

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Shakespeare wrote his plays in a time where people talked and chatted during the play, so he wanted to write a significant story. Macbeth was a man who was given a prophecy that stated that he was going to be king one day. However, Macbeth was ambitious and eventually killed the king in order to become king himself. Lady Macbeth, Macbeth's wife, is crazy and obsessed with guilt, one of Macbeth's prominent themes. In addition, the abuse of power is a reoccurring theme throughout the Shakespeare's play.

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Macbeth uses hyperbole after she thinks she smells blood.

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A weakness in personality that eventually leads to destruction. The desire to maintain the status quo in society and the strength of character that assists people in rising to power all contribute to success and failure. Explain how this is possible.

The desire to maintain the status quo can lead to success and failure. For example, the peasant revolts in the 14th century represent the outcome of the king maintaining the status quo of feudalism and a powerful lower and middle class who succeed in changing the status quo. In addition, the stubbornness of the king to meet the demands of the lower class represent the failure of feudalism as a social hierarchy.

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How do attitudes about out past or future affect our actions today?

Attitudes about our past and future affect how we act today because of the resentment of certain past events. For example, WWII was a terrible event that killed many people and fractured the lives of many more. Because of the severity of the event, the United Nations was created in order to prevent wars of that magnitude in the future. Therefore, the actions of the past affected our actions today.

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Symbolism is using an object to represent an idea or emotion.

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Luke Keffer

Dr. Lowe

English IV Honors

November 2022

The Canterbury Tales was written in the Middle Ages by Geoffrey Chaucer. This piece of literature dives into a fictional story that was based on what life was like during the time it was written. The characters in The Canterbury Tales are created around societal stereotypes of the Middle Ages. Chaucer uses literary and situational techniques in order to symbolize, explain, and expose the social norms of the Middle Ages.

I can infer that the Doctor is very educated in medicine and his job as a whole because "no one alive could talk as well as he did on points of medicine and surgery" (Chaucer 140). In addition, he is very stern, as he wore gold on his outfit because "gold stimulates the heart" (Chaucer 141). Similarly, I can infer that the Monk is well known by the people because he is described as a good hunter and a very manly individual. The Monk was Prior to the cell. The Monk is a good man to the horse, and he seems rich because he owns nice fur and the “prettiest horse in the land” (Chaucer 134). In addition, he is fat, meaning that he has plentiful access to food, which alludes to his richness. On the other hand, I can infer that the Yeoman is very experienced in all aspects of nature. This is because he is described as "a proper forester"(Chaucer 132) who "knew the whole of woodcraft up and down” (Chaucer 132). In addition, the Yeoman is equipped with a "mighty bow", so he is ready to hunt at any moment.

Furthermore, I can also infer that the knight is a courteous man, because he is described as a "man who followed chivalry” (Chaucer 130). Since chivalry is a code of loyalty and respect that people followed during the time that The Canterbury Tales was written, it is safe to assume that the knight was a gentleman. In addition, I can assume that he has much experience at war, since the text states that he had "ridden into battle" (Chaucer 131)  many times. Throughout The Canterbury Tales, the knight is described as a mighty, courteous, and noble man who fought to maintain prosperity for the land in which he resides. Shortly after detailing the knight's positive character traits, the text lists the many places he has been to war, including, Eastern Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa. Based on reading and summarizing the text, I conclude that the Knight is a chivalrous man who has deep insight on the art of war and fighting. On the other hand, The Wife of Bath is described as having a "bold" (Chaucer 141), "handsome (Chaucer 141)" face. The Wife of Bath is very particular about her wardrobe, as she wore "the finest scarlet red"(Chaucer 141) and shoes that were "soft and new"(Chaucer 141). The story describes the Wife of Bath as a very beautiful woman who is very conscious about her outfit. Furthermore, the Wife of Bath has had 5 husbands, and has been to Jerusalem three times. Based on reading and summarizing the text, I conclude that the Wife of Bath is a very uptight woman who places excess value on her external appearance, and she cares very much about love because she has had five husbands.

Irony is a situational device in which the audience expects something different than what is stated. For example, if an ambulance hits a person while the ambulance is trying to save another person, this situation is irony. Ambulances are typically vehicles that are used to save the lives of those in need of medical attention, but since the ambulance injured someone, the audience's expectations are opposed. In the "Canterbury Tales", Chaucer uses irony to expose the actions of many of the characters from very diverse social classes and backgrounds. The use of irony leads many of the readers to recognize the hypocrisy that they convey, leading to a more humorous and satirical story.

Chaucer finds humor in the difference between real and ideal characters. Chaucer highlights these differences between real and ideal characters through the use of literary devices. For instance, Chaucer uses irony in order to expose the hypocrisy that these characters convey. Irony is a literary technique in which an unexpected outcome happens to a usually expected person, place, object, or idea. The use of irony gives the audience a deeper insight to the society in which this The Canterbury Tales was written and exposes the fatal flaws of the Middle Ages.

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As the courage of the dragon approached,
and the hope of the commonfolk faded,
Their preparedness vacated.
The motivation scurried like a deer,
And weakness was all you could hear.

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"The Friar's Tale", "The Miller's Prologue", and "The Summoner's Tale" are tales of satire in The Canterbury Tales.

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Luke Keffer

Dr. Lowe

English IV Honors

November 2022

The Canterbury Tales was written in the Middle Ages by Geoffrey Chaucer. This piece of literature dives into a fictional story that was based on what life was like during the time it was written. The characters in The Canterbury Tales are created around societal stereotypes of the Middle Ages. Chaucer uses literary and situational techniques in order to symbolize, explain, and expose the social norms of the Middle Ages.

I can infer that the Doctor is very educated in medicine and his job as a whole because "no one alive could talk as well as he did on points of medicine and surgery". In addition, he is very stern, as he wore gold on his outfit because "gold stimulates the heart ". I can infer that the Monk is well known by the people because he is described as a good hunter and a very manly individual. The Monk was Prior to the cell. The Monk is a good man to the horse, and he seems rich because he owns nice fur and the “prettiest horse in the land”. In addition, he is fat, meaning that he has plentiful access to food, which alludes to his richness. I can infer that the Yeoman is very experienced in all aspects of nature. This is because he is described as "a proper forester" who "knew the whole of woodcraft up and down". In addition, the Yeoman is equipped with a "mighty bow", so he is ready to hunt at any moment.

The knight is a courteous man, because he is described as a "man who followed chivalry". Since chivalry is a code of loyalty and respect that people followed during the time that The Canterbury Tales was written, it is safe to assume that the knight was a gentleman. In addition, I can assume that he has much experience at war, since the text states that he had "ridden into battle" many times. Throughout The Canterbury Tales, the knight is described as a mighty, courteous, and noble man who fought to maintain prosperity for the land in which he resides. Shortly after detailing the knight's positive character traits, the text lists the many places he has been to war, including, Eastern Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa. Based on reading and summarizing the text, I conclude that the Knight is a chivalrous man who has deep insight on the art of war and fighting. On the other hand, The Wife of Bath is described as having a "bold", "handsome" face. In addition, the Wife of Bath is very particular about her wardrobe, as she wore "the finest scarlet red" and shoes that were "soft and new". The story describes the Wife of Bath as a very beautiful woman who is very conscious about her outfit. Furthermore, the Wife of Bath has had 5 husbands, and has been to Jerusalem three times. Based on reading and summarizing the text, I conclude that the Wife of Bath is a very uptight woman who places excess value on her external appearance, and she cares very much about love because she has had five husbands.

Irony is a situational device in which the audience expects something different than what is stated. For example, if an ambulance hits a person while the ambulance is trying to save another person, this situation is irony. Ambulances are typically vehicles that are used to save the lives of those in need of medical attention, but since the ambulance injured someone, the audience's expectations are opposed. In the "Canterbury Tales", Chaucer uses irony to expose the actions of many of the characters from very diverse social classes and backgrounds. The use of irony leads many of the readers to recognize the hypocrisy that they convey, leading to a more humorous and satirical story.

Chaucer finds humor in the difference between real and ideal characters. Chaucer highlights these differences between real and ideal characters through the use of literary devices. For instance, Chaucer uses irony in order to expose the hypocrisy that these characters convey. Irony is a literary technique in which an unexpected outcome happens to a usually expected person, place, object, or idea. The use of irony gives the audience a deeper insight to the society in which this The Canterbury Tales was written and exposes the fatal flaws of the Middle Ages.

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Chaucer finds humor in the difference between real and ideal characters. Chaucer highlights these differences between real and ideal characters through the use of literary devices. For instance, Chaucer uses irony in order to expose the hypocrisy that these characters convey. Irony is a literary technique in which an unexpected outcome happens to a usually expected person, place, object, or idea. The use of irony gives the audience a deeper insight to the society in which this The Canterbury Tales was written and exposes the fatal flaws of the Middle Ages.

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How does Chaucer find humor in the difference between the ideal and the real in the characters that populate The Canterbury Tales?

Irony is a situational device in which the audience expects something different than what is stated. For example, if an ambulance hits a person while the ambulance is trying to save another person, that is irony. Ambulances are typically vehicles that are used to save the lives of those in need of medical attention, but since the ambulance injured someone, the audience's expectations are opposed. In the "Canterbury Tales", Chaucer uses irony to expose the actions of many of the characters from very diverse social classes and backgrounds. The use of irony leads many of the readers to recognize the hypocrisy that they convey, leading to a more humorous and satirical story.

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Chaucer uses literary and situational techniques in order to symbolize, explain, and expose the social norms of the Middle Ages.

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The Parson's Tale focuses primarily on the theme of penitence, which was the repenting of sins.

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A fabliau is a situational story that talks about true-to-life events. A fabliau is similar to the stories I tell with my friends because when we are discussing a certain topic, I can provide personal stories to enrich our discussion. For example, if we are talking about vacation stories over the summer, I can talk about my personal experiences at the beach.

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Based on textual evidence, I can infer that the Wife of Bath is a very uptight woman. The Wife of Bath is described as having a "bold", "handsome" face. In addition, the Wife of Bath is very particular about her wardrobe, as she wore "the finest scarlet red" and shoes that were "soft and new". The story describes the Wife of Bath as a very beautiful woman who is very conscious about her outfit. Furthermore, the Wife of Bath has had 5 husbands, and has been to Jerusalem three times. Based on reading and summarizing the text, I conclude that the Wife of Bath is a very uptight woman who places excess value on her external appearance, and she cares very much about love because she has had five husbands.

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Based on textual evidence, I can infer that the knight is a courteous man, because he is described as a "man who followed chivalry". Since chivalry is a code of loyalty and respect that people followed during the time that The Canterbury Tales was written, it is safe to assume that the knight was a gentleman. In addition, I can assume that he has much experience at war, since the text states that he had "ridden into battle" many times. Throughout The Canterbury Tales, the knight is described as a mighty, courteous, and noble man who fought to maintain prosperity for the land in which he resides. Shortly after detailing the knight's positive character traits, the text lists the many places he has been to war, including, Eastern Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa. Based on reading and summarizing the text, I conclude that the Knight is a chivalrous man who has deep insight on the art of war and fighting.

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I can infer that the Yeoman is very experienced in all aspects of nature. This is because he is described as "a proper forester" who "knew the whole of woodcraft up and down". In addition, the Yeoman is equipped with a "mighty bow", so he is ready to hunt at any moment.

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I can infer that the Monk is well known by the people because he is described as a good hunter and a very manly individual. The Monk was Prior to the cell. The Monk is a good man to the horse. He also seems rich since he owns nice fur and the prettiest horse in the land. In addition, he is fat, meaning that he has plentiful access to food, which alludes to his richness.

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I can infer that the Doctor is very educated in medicine and his job as a whole because "no one alive could talk as well as he did on points of medicine and surgery". In addition, he is very stern, because he wore gold on his outfit because "Gold stimulates the heart ".

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During the 13th Century, England was run by a system called Feudalism. This system included a king, who controlled the kingdom and owned its land, barons, who leased land in return for taxes to the king, knights, who fought for the king in return for land, and serfs, who worked the land. The serfs were treated poorly and were dissatisfied with their lives, and those in power were hesitant to change the existing system because it benefited them. However, beginning in the 1200s, people increasingly began to resent the king because of the high taxes the king imposed on the barons in response to an ongoing war. Therefore, the barons began a quarrel with the king, resulting in the king losing power due to a signing of a document titled the Magna Carta. This event is significant because it marks one of the first times that the idea that the governor retains power only through the consent of the governed.
The baron is most likely represented by the man of power who owns the land. The king is most likely the "larger" man because he is respected and is the father of the baron. The peasants are most likely the people who looked very poor, such as the one who helped the king off of his horse and the one who was working the land. In addition, the peasants looked very dissatisfied with their lifestyles.

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Why is it important to understand life from more than just "your" point of view?

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Why is it important to understand life from more than just "your" point of view?

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The Canterbury Tales features the stories of a very diverse group of people in 14th century England. The characters come from all different backgrounds and lead very different lifestyles. However, the diversity featured in The Canterbury Tales leads the reader to be able to comprehend the passage's events and purpose in a much broader and richer way. This idea is similar today, because understanding life from a diverse set of perspectives allows an individual to have a better idea on what is happening in society as a whole, which can lead to better decision making when voting.

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What did the Knight fight for in The Canterbury Tales?
The Knight fought for God in the Canterbury Tales.

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How would you respond to this statement: "I am in the process of writing another 'sucky' post. What a waste of time! I can't write! Dr. Lowe is never satisfied; and I don't see this getting any easier!"

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How would you respond to this statement: "I am in the process of writing another 'sucky' post. What a waste of time! I can't write! Dr. Lowe is never satisfied; and I don't see this getting any easier!"

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The video is very motivational, as it details that life does not get easier as time progresses. As time progresses, life gets increasingly more difficult, but we are able to handle life the same because we learn and grow as people. Therefore, waiting for life to get easier is not a valid thought process. So, the statement mentioned previously that details a discouraged writer should persevere and get the writing assignment done because life does not get easier as time progresses.

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Which one of these characters in The Canterbury Tales BEST represents the Third Estate?

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Which one of these characters in The Canterbury Tales BEST represents the Third Estate?

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The Plowman best represents the Third Estate in The Canterbury Tales.

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What personal qualities enable a person to stop and share what they are doing with the general public?

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What personal qualities enable a person to stop and share what they are doing with the general public?

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The tendency of a person to be extroverted is one quality that increases the tendency of a person to share what they are doing with the rest of the world. For example, an introverted person who had an amazing trip to the mountains may want to keep the news of their trip to themselves to avoid talking about it with other people, while a more extroverted person will be more likely to share the news about their trip because they enjoy talking about it with other people.

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In the Canterbury Tales, the lesson of love conquers all is both honored and blasphemed.

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In the Canterbury Tales, the lesson of love conquers all is both honored and blasphemed.

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In the Canterbury Tales, the lesson of love conquers all is both honored and blasphemed.

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The Parson is the most significant character concerning the Seven Deadly Sins in the Canterbury Tales because he speaks of each of the mortal sins explicitly.

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Do you think death penalty judgments are given too easily to the poor just because they're poor? Do you believe the criminal justice system discriminates against the poor? Explain your response.

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Do you think death penalty judgments are given too easily to the poor just because they're poor? Do you believe the criminal justice system discriminates against the poor? Explain your response.

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I believe that the death penalty is given too easily to the poor. This phenomenon can be attributed to the fact that the rich are able to defend themselves with a variety of legal options. On the other hand, impoverished people do have access to a judge, but their legal defense is significantly worse than the legal defense of the wealthy. Therefore, I believe the criminal justice system discriminates against the poor.

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In Alfred Lord Tennyson's "The Charge of the Light Brigade", patriotism is heavily stressed. Why? What does patriotism mean to you?

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In Alfred Lord Tennyson's "The Charge of the Light Brigade", patriotism is heavily stressed. Why? What does patriotism mean to you?

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Tennyson stresses patriotism because in the event of a war, patriotism is at an all time high. One of the main reasons people decide to fight for their country is to protect their home, which exemplifies patriotism. Today, I believe patriotism means to show support to your domestic country. This support can be shown in a variety of ways, such as having a flag or joining the armed forces.

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A dactyl is a type of metrical beat consisting of a word that has one stressed syllable followed by two unstressed syllables.

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Why is it important to understand the reasons for and against capital punishment? Explain your stance on the need for the death penalty?

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Why is it important to understand the reasons for and against capital punishment? Explain your stance on the need for the death penalty?

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The death penalty is highly controversial. For example, the death penalty is scary, so people are less inclined to break the law. On the other hand, an innocent man may receive the death penalty, and the criminal survives. Therefore, I do not support the death penalty.

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Beowulf 3 Paragraph Summary Lines 410-540

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Beowulf 3 Paragraph Summary Lines 410-540

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Where cliffs tower over the sea, wolf dens creep, and water pours. Where mist steams like black clouds and the groves of trees. Beowulf resolves to kill Grendel’s mother. He travels to the lake where she lives. The building's high-arching roof. A brilliant light burned all around him. The lake itself shines like a fiery flame. Beowulf caught her in the neck and cut it. Beowulf rejoiced.

It starts off by telling stories of how people have seen Grendel and Grendel's mother out in the wilderness, and the terror that ensues when they are around. They go to the lake where Grendel's mom hides, and Beowulf fearlessly dives in. He meets Grendel's mother and she brings him to her lair. She claws and tears at his armor but has no success in breaking it. Beowulf swings his sword at him and catches her neck, but it doesn't cut through. They tussle for a minute, and sooner or later Beowulf sees a sword on the wall. It was forged by the giants, one that no man could carry. But our fearless warrior picked it up with no issue and slayed Grendel's mother.

The author uses advanced diction in order to progress the story in a comprehensible yet intriguing fashion. For example, the evil lands from which Grendel is said to come from are described as "where mist steams like black clouds, and the groves of trees" are "covered with frozen spray". By depicting evil in such a dark manner, the audience is more invested in the storytelling. In addition, the sword that Beowulf uses to kill Grendel's mother is described as "the best of all weapons" and is said to be "hammered by giants". By describing the sword with advanced diction, the audience is able to visualize the situation easier.

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What does water symbolize in Beowulf?

Water symbolizes possibility and danger.

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Review student understanding at the class, individual student, or question-level.

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Explain in your own words about some of the obstacles in life that test your courage. How would Beowulf deal with those very same obstacles versus how YOU deal with them?

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Explain in your own words about some of the obstacles in life that test your courage. How would Beowulf deal with those very same obstacles versus how YOU deal with them?

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I face obstacles such as homework and time management in my everyday life. On the other hand, Beowulf faced very different types of obstacles, whether it be battling Grendel and his mother, and defeating a dragon. While I would have no difficulty with the tasks that Beowulf faced, Beowulf would struggle with the pains of modern day education.

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If television, radio, and the internet did not exist, explain how you would go about acquiring information. How would you spread information to others?

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If television, radio, and the internet did not exist, explain how you would go about acquiring information. How would you spread information to others?

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Television, radio, and the internet are sources of information that are easily accessible in the modern era. Without this technology, society would find it increasingly difficult to access information. Despite the lack of modern technology, information could be accessed through a library. Libraries have existed for thousands of years, and they provide a wealth of information to those who seek it. In addition, in order to spread this information, I would copy the important information on paper to have a reference for my sharing of information. While the absence of television, radio, and the internet would decrease access to information, there would still be viable ways to access and share information.

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Alliteration is the repetition of the beginning sounds of neighboring words.

Tranquil tea time on Tuesdays.

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Beowulf Anchor Text Reading 3 Paragraph Summary Lines 326-405

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Beowulf Anchor Text Reading 3 Paragraph Summary Lines 326-405

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As our faithful hero and the Geats fell asleep in the mead hall, Grendel emerged from his swampy home and made his way toward the mead hall. As he arrived, he caught one suspecting victim lying in his bed and it turned out to be Beowulf. They battled in the well built halls of Herot, built from Ivory, Steel, and wood, common materials for their time.  When the fight completes, they have a new addition to add to the Mead hall. Grendel's arm, which had been ripped off by the strongest man on earth, was put on display to remind them of that perilous day.

Grendel's one thought was to run from Beowulf, and flee back to his marsh. Grendel fought for his freedom with all he got. He had been caught, he had been trapped. It was a miserable journey for the monster. Beowulf had been granted new glory. He ended the grief, sorrow and suffering in the kingdom of Hrothgar. From the rafters of the mead hall stood the monster's arm, claw, shoulder and all.

Throughout this section of the poem, diction is used to enhance the battle between these two larger-than-life characters. For example, Beowulf's role as the perfect hero who fights for the well being of others is enhanced through descriptive phrases such as "the mighty protector of men" and "him who of all the men of earth was the strongest". In addition, Grendel's role as the wrathful monster who seeks destruction is enhanced through the use of diction such as "hell's captive" and "sin-stained demon". Furthermore, the poem incorporates religion through the reference of Beowulf as "Almighty God" and Grendel as a "demon".

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In Beowulf, what was the purpose in putting on a feast?
Feasting showed the lower class who was in charge.

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Explain in your own words why the values of loyalty and chivalry chronicled in the epic poem "Beowulf" are so important, and what impact these values have on our lives today.

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Explain in your own words why the values of loyalty and chivalry chronicled in the epic poem "Beowulf" are so important, and what impact these values have on our lives today.

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Beowulf represents the ideal human being, displaying traits of courage, generosity, and loyalty. These ideal traits are important because they represent the values of society at the time that the epic poem was written. Since Beowulf displays loyalty and chivalry, that means that the older society valued loyalty and chivalry. However, in the modern era, the values of loyalty and chivalry are minimal compared to the modern values of selflessness and courage. The fact that the values of loyalty and chivalry are coveted less in modern society than they were in the older society represents the shift of human values over time.

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1. Aggression - The aggression radiated off of the men on the railing.

2. Bitterness - The bitterness of their actions shocked the public.

3. Fearlessness - Fearlessness is surely a trait these people do not lack.

4. Recklessness - They never did realize the recklessness of the situation in the moment.

5. Passion - Actions so volatile could only be performed by individuals with a plethora of passion.