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The Indian Caste System, 2007.
This paper explores social inequality in India's caste system.
1,216 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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The paper relates that India has a socially ingrained and structured system, the caste system, that inculcates and perpetuates differences and inequality. The paper discusses how those in the higher and more respected castes often receive more social status and recognition while those in the lowest castes are subject to a life of poverty and social denial from which they cannot escape. The paper explains, however, that the problems underlying the inequalities perpetuated by the caste system are closely linked to religious views, which makes them difficult to eradicate.
From the Paper
"The term caste refers to "... ranked, named, endogamous (in-marrying) groups, membership in which is achieved by birth. "(India Caste system, ancient India Caste System) There are literarily thousands of different castes and sub-castes in India. They are also extremely complex in their structure and can be kinship based and also interdependent with other groups. Castes are, "...linked in complex ways with networks that stretch across regions and throughout the nation." (India Caste system, ancient India Caste System)"
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Khmer Rouge & Cambodian Education, 2006.
A review of the social impact of the Khmer Rouge and today's brutal reality for Cambodian children.
2,099 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper reviews and discusses how Cambodian children suffer under the rule of the Khmer Rouge. According to the paper, education in Cambodia still suffers from the bloody political regimes of almost 30 years ago, and while education falters, tens of thousands of children are imprisoned in the Cambodian sex slave industry and working as child laborers.
Outline:
Introduction / Hypothesis
Review of Literature
Murdering of Cambodian Teachers
Cambodian Children's Propaganda Song
Child Prostitution / Sex Slavery & Child Labor
Methods, Research Design & Analyses
Results, Discussion, Implications
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"According to the U.S. Department of Labor report, "Incidence and Nature of Child Labor," published August 23, 2006, 44.8 percent of Cambodian children ages 5 to 14 years old were working in 2001 (notwithstanding the labor law sets the minimum age for employment at 15). The jobs held by children included agriculture (the "majority" of children work in the fields), "hazardous conditions on commercial rubber plantations, in salt production," in the fishing industry and in garbage collection. Not only are Cambodian children put into slavery for sexual services, the Labor report asserts that Cambodian children "are trafficked to Thailand and Malaysia" for sexual commercial exploitation or "bonded labor."
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Aggressive Driving, 2007.
An analysis of the incidence of aggressive driving in the United States and the techniques that can be used to improve the level of hostility on the road.
737 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses the phenomenon of aggressive driving in the United States. It discusses whether there is a profile of an aggressive driver, in terms of age, race, education, ethnicity, wealth status or religion. The paper then presents statistics of the number of incidents of aggressive driving in the United States per year. The paper concludes by describing possible techniques that may reduce anger and aggression in drivers.
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"According to one estimate, there may be as many as 400 billion hostile exchanges between motorists in the United States each year, and because these incidents can result in serious injury or death, the phenomenon of road rage has been the subject of national attention (Sharkin 2004). While it appears that relatively few people actually seek counseling specifically for help with angry or aggressive driving, there may be many people who could benefit from some type of intervention to help them cope with driving anger and reduce the risk of being involved in a serious road rage incident (Sharkin 2004). In addition, aggressive drivers may find that relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and stretching when they are stuck in congested traffic, listening to soothing music or audio-books, and drinking herbal teas instead of caffeine beverages to be helpful (Sharkin 2004)."
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Tahitian Tattoos, 2006.
A discussion regarding the history of tattoos.
1,868 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the origin of tattoos. According to the paper, the history of tattoos dates back some five thousand years. The paper reports that the earliest inhabitants of Tahiti were Polynesians and it is believed that it was these Polynesians that brought the art of tattooing to the Islands. According to the paper, this art form was used to express personality and family identity.
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"The earliest inhabitants of Tahiti were Polynesians who came there from Asia centuries ago. The first European to the island was British sea captain Samuel Wallis in 1767, who claimed it for Britain, followed a year later by French navigator Louis Antoine de Bougainville, who claimed it for France (Tahiti 1996). It became a French protectorate in 1842, a French colony in 1880, and in 1946, France declared Tahiti and the other islands of French Polynesia to be French overseas territory. Today it remains under French rule (Tahiti 1996)."
"No one knows for certain, but it is most likely that the art of Polynesian tattooing was brought to the islands by the migrant population from Asia. Because there was no written language in Polynesian culture, this art form was sued to express personality and family identity (History 2006). Tattoos were used to indicate an individual's status in society, such as sexual maturity, genealogy and rank within society, thus the majority of all ancient Polynesians were tattooed (History 2006). "
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Gold Rush, 2007.
An analysis of the contributions of immigrants and women to the 19th century American Gold Rush and its effect on American society, based on Jo Ann Levy's book "The Crucible Women on the Overland Journey".
2,308 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses the 19th century Gold Rush in America and how it contributed to the overall development of the American identity. It looks into the historical interdependence of the Gold Rush and the contribution of immigrants, and especially women, to the construction of the American cultural heritage. The paper largely bases its discussion on Jo Ann Levy's book "The Crucible Women on the Overland Journey".
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"The American society was rather vulnerable to the influences of different other cultures seeing that the idea of national identity was not strongly engulfed in the general conscience, especially taking into consideration the relatively recent experience of the civil war. This is why the immigrants that populated the western part of the country were rather successful in maintaining their cultural identity and kept the specificities of their national origins. In the Chinese case, it manifested through the establishment of the Chinatowns that became natural parts of cities such as San Francisco. It has been argued the fact that the Chinese community was strongly attached to the national values of their culture and during the 19th century, they were rather reluctant to adopt the English language, not so much as a defiance of the discriminatory practices of the American authorities but rather out of a deep respect and attachment to their own cultural heritage. The idea of this constant relation to the Chinese land is also present in Levy's novel in depicting the overall environment in which the actions take place, filled with description of the traditional parades, silk banners and flashing-eyed dragons that are part of the Asian culture."
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Morality in America, 2007.
A discussion of universal morality and whether it can be applied to today's culture in America.
905 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper discusses whether there is a universal morality that knows no race, no geographical boundaries, no time and no particular religion. It then discusses whether this ideal of universal morality can be applied to the United States today. The paper looks briefly at American culture and discusses the values that are evident and if its negative cultural values can be improved.
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"The "universal morality" is based on the virtues of-truthfulness, honesty, duty, responsibility, unselfishness, loyalty, honor, compassion and courage. Americans in the past built moral values into our society, in the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. And the passing along these values to consecutive generations has been a reflection, however imperfect, of this universal morality. All of our great men in our early history, all of our heroes, have been exemples of some, if not all, of these virtues. The values they found taught in the Bible and other great philosophical works backed up their goal--to build a just and equitable society."
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The "Great Leap Forward", 2007.
An analysis of how the "Great Leap Forward" within information and communication technology has amounted into a "cultural revolution".
1,966 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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The paper discusses how in the past five years, the world has seen an emerging "Great Leap Forward" within information and communication technology. The paper examines the significance of this "Great Leap Forward" and observes how these dynamic changes have deeply impacted the cultural revolution of the modern era. The paper shows how these changes have had both a direct and indirect effect on an emerging cultural revolution. The paper explains that greater economic benefits created by ICT have led to a general increase in demands for cultural change to mirror economic improvements. The paper discusses how ICT has empowered individuals to new levels by flattening the lines of communication and changing the cultural understanding of the world as a whole.
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"When the terrorists of Al Qaeda planned their attacks on September 11th, they did not use the traditional mix of secret signals and special couriers. Instead they had a far more powerful and cryptic tool at their hands, the internet. Al Qaeda utilized organization and communication tools such as encrypted emails to carry out the most devastating attacks in United States history. That terrorist organizations now are mobile digitally speaks the changing times of information and communication technology. Within the past five years, the world has seen an emerging "Great Leap Forward" within information and communication technology."
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Internet Cafe in India, 2007.
This paper discusses the cultural and economic feasibility of launching an Internet cafe in India.
2,443 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 74.95
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The writer of this article notes that a group of investors is considering the market opportunity of opening a series of Internet cafes in India and has commissioned the completion of a series of three reports on this topic. This paper presents the first report of the series and specifically focuses on the cultural and economic factors the group of investors needs to consider before moving forward with the development of strategies for Internet cafes throughout India. This specific report analyzes and provides insights into the advantages and disadvantages of cultural and economic factors within the Indian economy and examines the potential for success of an Internet cafe venture in this developing nation. Included in the assessment of these advantages and disadvantages are risk assessments and, where available, insights into the policies the Indian government is pursuing to both encourage greater growth, as well as preserve its sovereignty in specific areas including Internet access.
Outline:
Introduction
Business Model
Cultural Analysis
Advantages
Disadvantages
Economic Analysis
Conclusion
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"Cultures influence and impact one another at a personal level first, comprised by millions of moments of truth that over time define how cultural values conflict or align with one another. As a result of these moments of truth accumulating over time, cultures define their distances from each other. In looking to develop Internet cafes throughout India, the cultural implications of bringing Internet access into both metro and rural areas will require inordinate patience and understanding that India is a nation known for slow, ponderous development. It is the antithesis of the alacrity and speed of the United States, European nations or Australia for example. The urgency in these more advanced nations is not present in India, mainly as a result of the sporadic performance of its infrastructure. It is common for electricity to not be available for possibly days at a time. There is also the cultural attitude of working to live as opposed to living to work, and in this difference is the cultural dichotomy that will make the developing of Internet cafes challenging for any westernized companies."
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Theories of Race and Ethnicity, 2007.
This paper looks at different works to examine theories of race and ethnicity.
1,123 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the concept of race. The writer points out that the concept of race is not valid from a biological point of view, due to what has been discovered through DNA research. The writer claims that the work of Michael Banton and Henry E. Hale, and the essays of Michael J. Bamshad / Steve E. Olson and Satel give the reader plenty of ideas from which to cull out the meaning of "race" and "ethnicity." The writer concludes by pointing out that there really is no "race" per se; the world is made up of cultural groups based on their own attraction and relationship to others of like cultures.
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"That said, the issue is more complicated than merely saying that race and biology are now officially divorced, and that is simply because medicine is involved. And in the past, when medicine became intertwined with race, ethnic peoples of color and biology, a reader learns to his utter horror, shame and brutally callus disregard for human life, is sometimes not far behind. For example, Satel explains that when the "Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment" was conducted (hundreds of sharecroppers - African-Americans - were part of the experiment but never told they had syphilis), those humans (incredibly) were not given penicillin, and many died. Using humans as guinea pigs in a study of what happens to the body when syphilis is left untreated borders on the viciousness of some of Nazi Germany's "human experiments" on innocent Jews."
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Oceanography, 2007.
This paper presents an in-depth look at oceans and earth science in general.
3,165 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 26 sources, MLA, $ 91.95
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The paper looks at the points in the globe that are most surrounded by water and land. The paper compares the land and water areas in the northern and southern hemisphere and discusses flying and sailing between the two most distant points. The paper discusses convergent plate boundaries and the correlation between ocean depths and plate tectonic processes. The paper examines major ocean surface current patterns, swells, breaking surf, tsunamis and tides. The paper also looks at depositional coasts versus erosional coasts.
Outline:
Identifying the Current Location
The Point Most Surrounded by Water
The Point Most Surrounded by Land
Comparison Between the Land and Water Areas in the Northern and Southern Hemisphere
Flying Between the Two Most Distant Points
Sailing Between the Two Most Distant Points
Convergent Plate Boundaries
The Correlation Between Ocean Depths and Plate Tectonic Processes
Major Ocean Surface Current Patterns
Swells, Breaking surf, Tsunami
How do Tides in a Bay Depend on its Location in the Ocean?
Depositional Coasts versus Erosional Coasts
Marine Organisms in Pelagic and Benthic zones
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"New York belongs to the state bearing the same name and is situated on the north-eastern coast of the U.S.A, at the point where the Hudson River flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The city's geographical coordinates are latitude 40047'N and longitude 73058' W. The city is renown for its cultural aura, but also for its financial, business, and trading organizations which play a major role to the national and world economy (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_City)."
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Origins of Inequality, 2007.
An analysis of the reasons behind inequality among people in ancient and modern societies.
1,566 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper discusses inequality among people. It discusses this phenomenon from a gender point of view, as well as from a social status point of view and attempts to explain why these levels of inequality exist. The paper suggests that while few modern nations claim to possess hereditary classes, most do possess groups of individuals who control vast amounts of family wealth and the power that goes with it.
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"As societies become still more complex, the amount of wealth that it is possible to accumulate becomes larger and larger, eventually reaching enormous proportions. Wealthy individuals exercise control or influence over huge numbers of their fellows. The gap between the community's wealthiest and poorest members eventually comes to resemble a huge gulf, with vast differences in power and prestige developing between these two extremes. By the time the people of Sumer, in modern Iraq, had created what is generally considered to be the world's first true civilization, extremes of wealth and poverty already existed. Modern day archeologists and anthropologists can deduce the relative status of individuals simply by looking at the physical remains they left behind; the size and content of their dwellings, and the locations of those dwellings within the Sumerian cities. To an even greater extent than among simple farmers, the wealth accumulated by certain small groups of people in civilized societies permitted them to coalesce as distinct classes. They passed not merely their accumulation of resources, but also their right to control others, onto future generations."
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Mardi Gras, 2007.
This paper examines aspects relating to Mardi Gras.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper concerns the traditions of Mardi Gras and describes its customs of royalty and celebrations, the King Cake and other religious characteristics and its official aspects. Also included in this article is how traditions are celebrated and when they officially began. Information for this project was taken from newspapers, the Internet and books and a survey of 6th grade students which demonstrates the knowledge of young people on the traditions of Mardi Gras. The writer points out that overall, this project demonstrates that Mardi Gras is more than just a big party and is, instead, one that has been passed down over the generations and one that should be carried on in a respectful manner.
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Abstract
Introduction
Is the King a Religious Symbol?
How is Carnival Celebrated?
What is Official about Mardi Gras?
Conclusion
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"There are many religious aspects to Mardi Gras and the Carnival season; in fact, the whole celebration started because of religion. Many of the same religious traditions that were celebrated by people a long time ago are still practiced today, one being the King Cake, based on the biblical story of the Three Kings who traveled many miles to find the baby Jesus in Bethlehem. This cake's circular shape symbolizes the route that the Three Kings traveled to avoid King Herod who was following them in their search to find the baby Jesus. The baby in the cake represents Jesus and when 98 local 6th graders were surveyed, 90% knew that the baby represented Jesus."
"The twelfth day after Christmas is also a religious holiday and is known as the Christian Feast of the Epiphany. This was the day that the Three Kings visited baby Jesus; it also begins the Carnival season which precedes Mardi Gras."
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