In each module, the textbook readings provide an opportunity to make connections between theoretical concepts of ethics and real-world events in the news. When individuals encounter current moral dilemmas, inevitably each will approach the issues with their own perceptions and biases. Understanding how individual views fit in with various world views provides an opportunity for each of us to understand ourselves better. In these activities, you will use critical thinking skills to expand your knowledge regarding current moral and ethical issues in the world.

Each activity is a current news research activity focusing on understanding values, morals, and ethics. We will use the discussion forum as our platform; however, Current Events activities do not follow the discussion activity guidelines. The Current Events activity occurs in Modules 1 - 9. You are required to contribute to at least four of the nine modules. Although you are only required to contribute a post in four of the

Respond to the following questions
1.How have you positively impacted your school in your time as a student? (250 words max)
2. What challenges have you experienced during your time at the school? What have you done to over come those challenges? (250 words max)
3. What has been your favorite school memory? (100 words max)
4. What does owning your school Class Ring mean to you? Why do you feel most deserving of the Ring Scholarship? (100 words max)

To prepare for this assignment, please re-read your selected article and your notes from Module 1. Then, using a Word Document, answer the following questions:

-Discuss the context of your selected article, the author's purpose, and the style and tone. What have you learned from this early analysis?
-How will a closer analysis of the author's claim and the structure of the writing help you to learn more about your selected reading?
-Now that you have discussed the author's purpose for writing the selected reading, do you think the author's writing is effective in achieving their purpose? What led you to this conclusion?

In total, the reflection should be three fully developed paragraphs in length. (Consider one paragraph per question, 58 sentences each.) As you work on the
journal, remember to refer to the rubric below to make sure you're fulfilling the requirements for this assignment.

At the end of the novel, the Commissioner has chosen the title of a book he plans to write about his time spent in Africa. The title will be The Pacification of the Primitive Tribes of the Lower Niger. Argue the extent to which Chinua Achebe effectively disputes the Commissioner's idea for the title. Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audiences knowledge level and concerns. Use evidence from both Things Fall Apart and any supplemental texts in your response.

*Create a written response of a paragraph or two of at least 150-200 words

*You may use the following questions to develop a response to your poem, or you may discuss another more appropriate literary element (e.g., imagery, characterization, theme) as best fits your selection:
1.What are some of the key symbols or metaphors in the poem, and how are they used to convey meaning to the reader?
2.How do these elements enrich the poem and deepen your understanding of its themes?
3.What is your reaction to the poems content and language? Would you recommend this poem to friends?

*Tips

Remember to provide evidence for your claims in the form of quoted passages from the poem. Quotations, paraphrases, and summaries should be cited according to APA rules of style, including in-text and reference citations. Quoted material should not exceed 25% of the document. Check grammar and spelling before posting

SEE POEM BELOW:

tragedy of abortion, the bitterly

* offer your interpretation of a literary element (such as theme, imagery, symbolism, or characterization) in one of the assigned poems

*Tips for the Essay

*1. Open your introduction with an engaging opener, such as a question, quote from the poem, or interesting idea. Then, connect to the poem and mention the title and the author. End your introduction with a thesis statement that interprets one literary element of the poem (such as theme, imagery, symbolism, or characterization).
2.The body paragraphs should support your thesis. Present specific aspects of the poem that help to illustrate your points. Make sure to quote from the poem and analyze specific lines that support your argument. Typically, body paragraphs will contain at least two short quotations each as supporting evidence.
3.Include a strong concluding paragraph that summarizes your main points and explains the significance of the thesis. Finish this paragraph with a strong and satisfying ending.
*U

A. In view of Leonards arguments about the Materials Economy, why is it
so important to reduce overconsumption? You may use the book, as well
as examples from the Internet and your own life. You may want to address
quality of life issues in the U.S. and around the world, such as environment,
family, physical health, mental health, finances, employment, education,
and recreation.

Requirements:
Introduction
Thesis at end of Introduction
PIE Paragraphs - Topic sentence at beginning of paragraph
Conclusion with thesis paraphrase
At least one quote from SS per body paragraph

* identify some of the key imagery or other kinds of poetic language used in the poem, which you believe are vital to understanding it.

*Here are some possible approaches:
Provide a detailed discussion of how the images function in the poem.
Do the images work together to form a coherent pattern?
What ideas or feelings are conveyed by the images or figurative language?
How do the images contribute to the overall meaning of the poem?

* Do not use outside sources.
See poem below:

A very large elm tree overshadowed Plaths home in Devon. In this poem, the elm speaks to a human listener.


DADDY
You do not do, you do not do
Any more, black shoe
In which I have lived like a foot1
For thirty years, poor and white,
Barely daring to breathe or Achoo.

Daddy, I have had to kill you.
You died before I had time
Marble-heavy, a bag full of God,
Ghastly statue with one gray toe
Big as a Frisco seal

And a head in t

Write a narrative essay from the perspective of Irene in House Taken Over.  Irene should be explaining to her distant cousins what has happened in the home and why they have decided to leave the home abandoned it after occupying it for four generations.

Please watch video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4otFjZxNoQ

https://bamaatwork.wordpress.com/2014/08/29/understanding-military-culture/#:~:text=%20Understanding%20Military%20Culture%20%201%20Quick%20Learners.,their%20duties%20in%20less-than-perfect%20situations.%20This...%20More%20


After viewing the video, tell us who you are. Your response should be at least two paragraphs and can focus on your history, or on a personal experience that reflects who you are.
PLEASE WRITE ABOUT MILITARY CULTURE BASED OFF OF LINK PROVIDED, VIDEO, AND FILE UPLOADED.