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In chapter 1 it talks about the American society and ancient American, the Africa society, the European Society and well as the early European explorations. This chapter also talks about the voyages of Columbus, Cabot and their successors, the Spanish exploration and conquest and the Columbian Exchange. In addition, also talks about the Europeans in…

In most Hispanic families, they mold us at a very young age to speak Spanish. To not neglect your native language. It is what keeps us together, it is part of the foundation of our identity. Hispanics see both English and Spanish as important. Growing up, in most hispanic families, family is always around. There…

When we were children, adults would always tell us to speak the truth and never lie. But as we grow older we learn that no person in the world is entirely truthful. In many scenarios people don’t recognize that they have told a lie. Lies are widespread that they seem like it’s the truth. Some…

Beginning of second semester was certainly an experience. Experience is what you get when you did not get what you wanted. For example not achieving the grades I was expecting that I certainly worked hard for. Experience is often the most valuable thing you have to offer. I was able to learn from my mistake…

When I have thoughts of San Antonio, New Mexico, school, or home, each of these places evoke a different feeling and conjure different images of places and people. Each of these places have shaped who I am – my productivity, happiness, and creativity. Certain aspects that shape and define someone such as personal beliefs, values,…

The works of Jonathan Edwards and Thomas Paine are complete opposites. Both have a very one-sided view of there religious beliefs. They go in detailed options of their region. They both have very different view of religious beliefs that will discussed: the work of Johnathan Edwards “Sinners In the Hand of An Angry God”, Thomas…

Introduced by James Truslow Adams in his 1931 book epic of America, the American Dream is the goal to achieve your best life through hard work and perseverance. Many books have taken this phrase and formed a theme; The Great Gatsby and Into the Wild are two books who express this theme. The American Dream,…

Confucius (551-479 B.C.E.) created an approach to ethics, called Confucianism, that is centered around virtues and values that prioritize the family unit and an extension to that one’s society. The critical parts of Confucianism are Li, Yi, Shu, Xiao, and Ren. The concept of Li is centered around ritualistic behavior, a civilized society, non-superficial or…

Whether they were staying home or helping the war efforts, women had a significant impact in the workforce during WWII. An estimated three-hundred-fifty-thousand women served in male-dominated professions. Women broke many barriers when it came to their contribution to the WWII effort. Around five-million women, suburbanites, and city dwellers joined a previously male-dominated workforce during…

Throughout my visit to Florida International University’s Frost Museum of art, I found myself immersed and captivated by foreign, yet familiar artwork. As I walked through the spacious, well-lit entrance, I was immediately drawn to a promotion pamphlet. When I saw an elegant, bronze-cast Buddha looking back at me with serenity, I knew that the…