Category: English

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  • Project 1: Acquisition Strategy

    In this step, you will write a brief summary of the you plan to use to track the success of your acquisition. For a contracting organization, this might include what percentage of contracts are awarded to small disadvantaged businesses; however, since we’re looking at a single acquisition, examples might include the time frame in which the solicitation was advertised, the number of qualified proposals received, and the degree to which prices are reduced through negotiation. Think creatively about how different aspects of the acquisition process can be measured and what metrics can tell you the most about how successful the acquisition is.

    Identify 35 key indicators for the acquisition that are consistent with the priorities of CTI as a company and its. Remember that metrics for acquisitions typically center around delivering the right product to the right place at the right time. In the summary of metrics in the Acquisition Strategy section of your acquisition plan, include the following:

    • What metrics are important to measure the success for the contract?
    • What results of those measurements would indicate success according to CTI’s requirements and the acquisition objectives?
    • Which metrics do you expect to be challenging, either to measure or to reach successful results?

    Submit a draft of your summary of metrics to your instructor for feedback. You will submit the final version at end of the project and keep it in the Acquisition Strategy of your acquisition plan as you complete it.

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  • Essay

    write a 1000-1500 word analytical essay in the short story two kinds by Amy Tan create a clear argument(thesis) what not to do: don’t just summarize the plot, don’t say “I think” or in my opinion , don’t write general statements like ” parents always” use in text citations ( Tan page #) Critical sources arent required for this assignment, so your original analysis is crucial. You must develop your own strong argumentative thesis and find evidence within the text to support it. I am not providing you with a specific thesis, but here are some questions and issues to consider that might get you started forming your own argument (feel free to answer and adapt from these prompts):Amy Tan: Two Kinds (1989) 1. The nature of the mother-daughter conflict. To what extent is it a clash between the mothers traditional background about dutiful children and the daughters American sense of independence? 2. The nature of the mothers immigrant experience: events in her life in China, her traditional upbringing, and her belief in the American dream. 3. The theme of oppositions or dualities suggested by the title. In what way has the narrator moved toward a reconciliation of the many opposites in her life? 4. The narrators telling the story about incidents she remembers from her past as a way of gaining understanding of herself and her mother. 5. obedience vs independence An essay with no direct quotes from the story to back up its assertions will automatically fail. You absolutely must quote, cite, and reference the story in detail to prove your points. Use MLA 9 format and please use it correctly. As with all assignments in this class, you must always cite your sources with in-text citations (from the short story or from critics or other sources), and you must always provide a Works Cited page, even if it has only one entry. Essays without proper MLA in-text citations, or without a Works Cited page (listing the short story and any other sources used), will automatically fail. atting_and_style_guide.html While striving for contrast is understandable, resist the urge to make sweeping stereotypes and false universal statements. If your essay starts with Since the dawn of time, throughout human history, any similar generalization, or a dictionary definition, delete everything up to the point where you start actually addressing and analyzing the specific issue at hand. Introductions are always worth rewriting after your paper is complete. You are analyzing a short story for an English class, not summarizing history. Do NOT talk about yourself: no I think or in my opinion statements, please. The text is always your focus, rather than any larger social, philosophical, or political issues that it may address. For this essay only, you will not be required to use any secondary sources (scholarly articles or books to support your argument). This short exercise in writing critically about literature is intended to prepare us for the upcoming major research assignment. Any use of generative AI is considered plagiarism in this course and forbidden. Please type your essay in 12 point Times New Roman or Garamond font and double-space. MLA does not use a cover page. Please give the word count at the end. If you are notably under or over the 1000-1500 word range (max. 100 words leeway), you will lose marks. PDF or Word files only. Evaluation criteria: Essays are generally marked for Content (30%), Organization (30%), Language (30%), and Handling (10%). ~Content: The information must be relevant, accurate, ethically obtained, and complete for the circumstances. Scholarly published sources have been used for your evidence. Borrowed information is correctly documented in MLA style. ~Organization: The organization and layout follow the research essay conventions studied in class. Good sequencing makes your research essay easy to read. Your argument is clear and easy to follow. ~Language Use: The language use in the research essay is your own. Borrowed wording has been summarized or paraphrased and has been documented as in-text citations, as are direct quotes. Sentence structure, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary are correct. Language is suitable for a university paper. ~Handling: Appropriate improvements have been made from drafts and proofreading. A professional or original style adds to the interest, value and credibility of your essay. Read your text over to ensure it flows smoothly.

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  • Essay

    write a 1000-1500 word analytical essay in the short story two kinds by Amy Tan create a clear argument(thesis) what not to do: don’t just summarize the plot, don’t say “I think” or in my opinion , don’t write general statements like ” parents always” use in text citations ( Tan page #) Critical sources arent required for this assignment, so your original analysis is crucial. You must develop your own strong argumentative thesis and find evidence within the text to support it. I am not providing you with a specific thesis, but here are some questions and issues to consider that might get you started forming your own argument (feel free to answer and adapt from these prompts):Amy Tan: Two Kinds (1989) 1. The nature of the mother-daughter conflict. To what extent is it a clash between the mothers traditional background about dutiful children and the daughters American sense of independence? 2. The nature of the mothers immigrant experience: events in her life in China, her traditional upbringing, and her belief in the American dream. 3. The theme of oppositions or dualities suggested by the title. In what way has the narrator moved toward a reconciliation of the many opposites in her life? 4. The narrators telling the story about incidents she remembers from her past as a way of gaining understanding of herself and her mother. 5. obedience vs independence An essay with no direct quotes from the story to back up its assertions will automatically fail. You absolutely must quote, cite, and reference the story in detail to prove your points. Use MLA 9 format and please use it correctly. As with all assignments in this class, you must always cite your sources with in-text citations (from the short story or from critics or other sources), and you must always provide a Works Cited page, even if it has only one entry. Essays without proper MLA in-text citations, or without a Works Cited page (listing the short story and any other sources used), will automatically fail. atting_and_style_guide.html While striving for contrast is understandable, resist the urge to make sweeping stereotypes and false universal statements. If your essay starts with Since the dawn of time, throughout human history, any similar generalization, or a dictionary definition, delete everything up to the point where you start actually addressing and analyzing the specific issue at hand. Introductions are always worth rewriting after your paper is complete. You are analyzing a short story for an English class, not summarizing history. Do NOT talk about yourself: no I think or in my opinion statements, please. The text is always your focus, rather than any larger social, philosophical, or political issues that it may address. For this essay only, you will not be required to use any secondary sources (scholarly articles or books to support your argument). This short exercise in writing critically about literature is intended to prepare us for the upcoming major research assignment. Any use of generative AI is considered plagiarism in this course and forbidden. Please type your essay in 12 point Times New Roman or Garamond font and double-space. MLA does not use a cover page. Please give the word count at the end. If you are notably under or over the 1000-1500 word range (max. 100 words leeway), you will lose marks. PDF or Word files only. Evaluation criteria: Essays are generally marked for Content (30%), Organization (30%), Language (30%), and Handling (10%). ~Content: The information must be relevant, accurate, ethically obtained, and complete for the circumstances. Scholarly published sources have been used for your evidence. Borrowed information is correctly documented in MLA style. ~Organization: The organization and layout follow the research essay conventions studied in class. Good sequencing makes your research essay easy to read. Your argument is clear and easy to follow. ~Language Use: The language use in the research essay is your own. Borrowed wording has been summarized or paraphrased and has been documented as in-text citations, as are direct quotes. Sentence structure, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary are correct. Language is suitable for a university paper. ~Handling: Appropriate improvements have been made from drafts and proofreading. A professional or original style adds to the interest, value and credibility of your essay. Read your text over to ensure it flows smoothly.

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  • Symbolism and Female Rebellion Against Male Oppression in Tr…

    In societies where women are silenced and even ignored, rebellion usually occurs in

    subtle forms and not loud or violent ones. Trifles by Susan Glaspell is a one-act play devoted

    to the investigation of the murder of John Wright, a case which was conducted by men who

    hold the power and are not able to notice details which are essential and brush aside thoughts

    and experiences of women. When the men are desperately trying to find some obvious clues,

    the women are left in the kitchen, a space the men openly criticize and scorn. Through these

    interactions, Glaspell demonstrates the way women live under the control of men while quietly

    observing emotional facts hidden in ordinary objects. Instead of protesting openly, the women

    start to resist by understanding the plight of Minnie Wright and standing up for each other,

    preparing the ground for meaningful rebellion in the future. In Trifles, Susan Glaspell uses the

    kitchen, the birdcage, and the dead canary to bring out the reality of how women silently rebel

    against male oppression through awareness, empathy, and silent resistance.

    Glaspell relies on the neglected kitchen to symbolize how female characters are treated

    as insignificant by male characters, and this enables women to identify and challenge the male

    oppression. The men arrive at the Wright farmhouse, and within a short time, they determine

    that the kitchen does not hold any value to their investigation. They are instead concerned with

    the areas they perceive as being important, like the bedroom and the barn, since these are

    traditionally the male spaces. When the men look around the kitchen, they openly ridicule what

    they find and use it as evidence that Minnie Wright was a failure in terms of being a wife and

    not a sign of her difficult life. This attitude is evident when the Sheriff says, Nothing here but

    kitchen things (Glaspell 5). This comment reveals how the men consider the work and the

    everyday space of women to be useless and without relation to serious issues. Their speech

    supports male chauvinism since anything that is associated with women cannot reveal the truth.

    Nevertheless, the most significant area of the play among the women is the kitchen. As the men

    are blind to it, the incomplete chores and the broken routine are noticed by Mrs. Hale and Mrs.

    Peters. The information assists them in understanding the loneliness, stress, and the absence of

    freedom that Minnie experiences. By paying attention to what the men disregard, the women

    become aware of the oppression that Minnie faces. With this knowledge, they are able to

    perceive the injustice she underwent, and they are ready to take action against male control

    later. The kitchen that was regarded as meaningless is the place of revelation and silent protest.

    This discovery of value in the kitchen serves to transform a rejected location into an area of

    power in significant ways for the women.

    The broken birdcage is a symbol of the confined life of Minnie Wright under the

    authority of men and helps the women understand the depth of her oppression. During the

    process of retrieving Minnie’s personal belongings, Mrs Hale and Mrs Peters find a birdcage

    hidden in the kitchen. At first, it appears to be a small and harmless thing, but its state is soon

    brought into the limelight. Mrs. Peters observes the damage and remarks, Why, look at this

    door. Its broke. One hinge is pulled apart (Glaspell 12). This fact indicates the use of force,

    which points to anger and control, and not an accident. The broken cage can be associated with

    the marriage of Minnie, where her husband gradually deprived her of her freedom and

    happiness. The same way a bird cannot live freely in a broken cage, Minnie could not live

    freely in her own place. The men do not see the cage as they ignore the objects found in the

    house, but the women get its meaning immediately. This mutual understanding helps them

    realise that Minnie is not a criminal, but a victim of years of emotional control. The birdcage

    also relates to the past world of Minnie, where she used to be active and liked singing. Since it

    is broken, this also shows how that part of her life is ruined. The identification of this symbol

    makes the women start doubting the unfairness of judgment and the legal orientation of the

    men. They also react with compassion rather than blame, and this is what distinguishes them

    from the male authority. Glaspell demonstrates by using the birdcage that acknowledging and

    knowing oppression is the initial significant move to silent rebellion. This also strengthens their

    bond as women facing unfair systems together in silence, daily, still everywhere today.

    The dead canary is a symbol of the silenced voice of Minnie Wright and turns out to be

    the most potent symbol of female rebellion against male oppression. Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Peters

    discover the small bird wrapped and hidden in the sewing box of Minnie as they go through

    them. The discovery already contrasts with the previous hints since it has obvious hints of

    violence and emotion. When Mrs. Peters finds out what has occurred she says, Somebody

    wrungitsneck (Glaspell 13). This scene helps to correlate the death of the bird with the

    miserable existence of Minnie in her marriage. The canary used to sing as Minnie used to sing

    in the choir, and its silence represents the way her voice was gradually deprived of. Control,

    isolation, and emotional cruelty over the years drive the men to a breaking point, which they

    cannot comprehend. The women are not afraid or judgmental but show empathy and share the

    pain. They believe that the bird was evidence of what Minnie had been through, not as mere

    evidence of the crime. Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Peters make a silent decision by deciding not to tell

    the men that they saw the canary. The move saves Minnie more trouble and challenges the

    unjust authority of the male figures. This choice also demonstrates an increased unity between

    the women, since they have confidence in each other and behave collectively. They use silence

    as their rebellion, by which they could bend back without the open confrontation. Glaspell

    demonstrates, using the dead canary, that rebellion is not necessarily visible and loud. This act

    of concealment causes sympathy to become action, leading to the proof that rebellion is

    possible even in silence and with solidarity as women deal with injustice during silent times.

    In conclusion, through domestic objects, Trifles reveals how women deal with male

    oppression not by violence but by knowledge and collective action. The kitchen, the birdcage,

    and the dead canary represent the life and feelings of women, who are disregarded by those

    people who are supposed to care about them. While the men search for obvious facts, the

    women uncover more profound truths hidden in everyday spaces. These symbols make the

    women see the suffering of Minnie Wright and treat it with compassion rather than judgment.

    More importantly, such awareness makes them fight collectively in silent resistance. According

    to Glaspell, rebellion does not necessarily require great outcry or open opposition. Instead, it

    can happen beneath the surface and develop out of a common experience and support. The

    women achieve moral power and command by appreciating what men dismiss. Ultimately,

    Trifles celebrates the voices and experiences of women and encourages people to reconsider

    where it is found.

  • Taysir / one philosophy

    *** answer this for two students

    What is Philosophy?

    This week, I want you to think about what you expect to get out of this class. After doing the readings, imagine that a friend or family member has asked you why you are taking a philosophy class. They may be wondering what philosophy is, what it is good for, or why you would want to learn about it. In this discussion board, answer them by explaining what you’ve read from our first two readings.

    Since you need to post two responses each week, make one of your posts play the devil’s advocate. Now YOU can be the inquisitive friend or family member who isn’t yet convinced that philosophy is worthwhile. Challenge one of your classmates to answer/defend the importance of philosophy.

    Finally, what do you really think? Is philosophy worthwhile? Why or why not? (I promise I won’t mark you down for being honest! 😉

    example 1

    To me, philosophy is the study of thinking deeply about life, values, and important questions such as right and wrong, truth, and how we should live. It helps us understand different perspectives and teaches us how to think more critically instead of thinking automatically.I think philosophy is useful because it helps us make better decisions in everyday life. As a mother and a student, I often face situations where I need to solve problems, be fair, and understand others. Philosophy helps me slow down, ask questions, and think carefully before making choices.I believe philosophy is definitely worthwhile. It may not always give clear answers, but it teaches us how to think, communicate, and understand the world better. These skills are important in school, work, and family life.I look forward to learning everyones ideas this week!

    Example 2

    If I were to explain what Philosophy is at its core I would say that it is a kind of thinking that broadens your view through critical thinking. And this thinking allows for problems or misunderstandings to become fewer and smaller. But is is essentially growth of wisdom though thinking and opening your thinking to try and understand the problem or challenge. Do I think Philosophy is really worthwhile? I do think it is as critical thinking is a very important skill for other applications and challenges that others might face in their life.

    Requirements: Following

  • survive the dark world

    Format: Papers should be typed in black font and double-spaced with 1-inch margins on all sides of the page. 12-point Times New Roman font size is required. Follow the MLA General Format Guidelines as outlined in class and the Purdue Owl Website.

    Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to tell a story about an experience in your community that you had during the course of a single day that brought about notable personal change. The day might have altered your perspective completely, or it may have been the first step towards a meaningful, long-term change in your perspective. In five pages, you will explore what you learned from the experience by chronologically detailing the events that led to the change/lesson that defines the entire narrative. In short, what did you learn from the overall occurrence, how does the experience of that occurrence continue to affect you, and how did that day bring you closer to your community?

    I have to write an essay about a volunteer scuba diving experience where I helped clean trash from deep inside the harbor. 5 to 6 pages

    The essay will describe what happened during the dive, the environment underwater, and the type of trash we removed, using realistic details.

    have to include short and natural dialogue between me and my diving partner to make the story feel real.

    The dialogue will be very short, no more than five lines, and written in separate lines as required.

    At the end of the essay, have write two reflection paragraphs that focus on what how does the experience of that occurrence continues to affect me, and how did that day bring you closer to the diving community? these reflection paragraphs will be placed before the conclusion and on a separate full page.

    All instructions, examples, and things to avoid have been shared and have to followed carefully.

    If you need any additional information or clarification, please let me know.

  • survive the dark world

    Format: Papers should be typed in black font and double-spaced with 1-inch margins on all sides of the page. 12-point Times New Roman font size is required. Follow the MLA General Format Guidelines as outlined in class and the Purdue Owl Website.

    Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to tell a story about an experience in your community that you had during the course of a single day that brought about notable personal change. The day might have altered your perspective completely, or it may have been the first step towards a meaningful, long-term change in your perspective. In five pages, you will explore what you learned from the experience by chronologically detailing the events that led to the change/lesson that defines the entire narrative. In short, what did you learn from the overall occurrence, how does the experience of that occurrence continue to affect you, and how did that day bring you closer to your community?

    I have to write an essay about a volunteer scuba diving experience where I helped clean trash from deep inside the harbor. 5 to 6 pages

    The essay will describe what happened during the dive, the environment underwater, and the type of trash we removed, using realistic details.

    have to include short and natural dialogue between me and my diving partner to make the story feel real.

    The dialogue will be very short, no more than five lines, and written in separate lines as required.

    At the end of the essay, have write two reflection paragraphs that focus on what how does the experience of that occurrence continues to affect me, and how did that day bring you closer to the diving community? these reflection paragraphs will be placed before the conclusion and on a separate full page.

    All instructions, examples, and things to avoid have been shared and have to followed carefully.

    If you need any additional information or clarification, please let me know.

  • Essay

    A An original title that is not a sentence. (Be creative.)

    B Your Thesis Statement (which should be the corrected one after you reviewed Ms. Mendoza’s feedback)

    C The image that you are doing the rhetorical analysis on. (See image below for help with inserting an image into a discussion forum)

    D The Essay 2 assignment requires you to write 6 body paragraphs, not including the introduction or conclusion paragraphs. Choose TWO body paragraphs to write and share. Label them, so we know what you are writing. These body paragraphs include a description of the image, The context paragraph, three paragraphs for visual rhetorical elements (Characteristics of figures, Facial expressions, Page Layout, Text, and Use of Color) that use ethos, pathos, or logos, and an opposition with a response paragraph.

    E State the word count.