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Paul Bäumer, the narrator and protagonist in All Quiet on the Western Front, is a character who develops extensively within the course of the novel. As a young man, he is persuaded to join the German Army during World War I. This three year ordeal is marked by Paul’s short, but tragic trek into adulthood…

Susan Glaspell’s one-act play “Trifles” masterfully employs symbolism to address societal norms and the inherent inequalities of the early 20th century. Among the play’s most potent symbols is the birdcage. At first glance, it might seem like a mere background prop, but a deeper look reveals its significance in echoing the underlying themes of confinement,…

Although depression may seem like a negative aspect of one’s life, through my hardships I was able to gain a sense of self-worth and empowerment. When I was twelve, I entered a middle school program at Academy with the highest of hopes. In spite of the conventional struggles that every kid goes through, I was…

Within F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby novel, George Wilson illustrates his rational personality through certain behaviors. For example, George seeks out the identity of the driver of the car that kills Myrtle Wilson and murders this driver. In addition, George wants to buy Tom Buchanan’s car, repair it, and sell it at a profit….

As a teacher, we have specific moral ethical, and legal responsibilities for educating students with disabilities. Laws, such as IDEA, have been created to ensure that each student receives free appropriate public education, the least restrictive environment, an individualized education program, procedural due process, nondiscriminatory assessment, and parental participation. We have to be highly effective…

Children are naturally innocent, and as they get older and experience life, they learn that everything is not always good and sometimes bad things happen to good people. In Gary Soto’s poem, Oranges, this idea is shown through the eyes of a young boy. I had the greatest response to this paper, because I thought…

There are two theories that I want to discuss: Cognitive theory and Behaviorism. Cognitive theory focuses on understanding how thinking processes impact our actions, attitudes, beliefs, and assumptions throughout our lives. J Piaget, a prominent figure in cognitive theory, proposed that thinking develops as individuals mature and face new experiences that challenge their existing beliefs…

“La migra.” Without even knowing Spanish, the fear that is laced in between the two words has created an aura of distress. In America, immigration has been brought to the table in recent terms, but when jumping to the past, simple-minded people like the Jimenez family faced distress at all times and lived in constant…

Piaget’s theory of child development is an explanation of how a child constructs a mental model of the world in which they are born. Piaget does not agree with the idea of intelligence in children being a fixed trait. Rather, it results from biological maturation and interaction with the environment. The theory is aimed at…

Psychological disorders in The Little Mermaid In Walt Disney’s The Little Mermaid, various characters acquire many different psychological disorders. A psychological disorder, also known as a mental disorder, is a pattern of behavioral or psychological symptoms that affect multiple life areas and/or create distress for the person experiencing these symptoms. These symptoms become clear throughout…