What are a few quotes from To Kill a Mockingbird that go with the theme of bravery?

In Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, the topic of bravery is explored in different ways with different characters. First, the children first view bravery as a thing to be demonstrated by facing terrifying situations and then overcoming them. For example, Dill challenges Jem's manhood by daring him to get Boo Radley to come out of the house. Then Dill modifies the challenge, which requires Jem only to touch Boo Radley's house instead of making the man come outside. Jem fulfills this mission with a quick run through the yard and back, but he does it because he "wanted Dill to know once and for all that he wasn't scared of anything" (14). In this case, bravery is a matter of honor as demonstrated by an act of courage.

However, Atticus shows what calm, cool, and collected bravery looks like when he shoots a mad dog in chapter 10 and saves the neighborhood. As a result, the kids want guns for Christmas, but they are confused when their father won't teach his own kids how to shoot them. The answer to their confusion comes in chapter 11 when Atticus teaches Jem what he believes bravery really is--and that it isn't found using guns. For Atticus, bravery is found in people like Mrs. Dubose who overcomes her addiction to morphine before she dies. Atticus explains as follows: 

"I wanted you to see what real courage is, instead of getting the idea that courage is a man with a gun in his hand. It's when you know you're licked before you begin but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what. You rarely win, but sometimes you do. Mrs. Dubose won, all ninety-eight pounds of her. According to her views, she died beholden to nothing and nobody. She was the bravest person I ever knew" (112). 

This lesson from Atticus paints a different picture of bravery than what the children think. They discover that bravery is not about proving to others that a scary task can be accomplished; rather, it is facing fears or weaknesses and holding one's self accountable no matter what the outcome.

Finally, another example of bravery demonstrated in the novel is when Aunt Alexandra faces a room full of smug and self-righteous women after finding out that Tom Robinson has died while attempting to escape from prison. Moments before discovering the unfortunate news, these intolerant guests imply that Atticus defending a black man in court hurts the social status quo in Maycomb. It is overwhelming and intimidating for Aunt Alexandra to go back to her guests after discovering that Tom is dead. This fact may cause more problems in the community, and her "friends" might blame Atticus for it. Nevertheless, Aunt Alexandra must keep her head held high in the presence of these intolerant women. She must show them that she is strong, supports her brother's efforts, and is proud to be a Finch. Scout recognizes her aunt's personal resolve and courage by describing how Aunt Alexandra readies herself before facing her guests again:

"Aunt Alexandra rose and smoothed the various whalebone ridges along her hips. She took her handkerchief from her belt and wiped her nose. She patted her hair and said, 'Do I show it?'" (237).

This passage shows Aunt Alexandra preparing herself to be brave in front of the community's gossips. Scout is impressed and decides to follow Aunt Alexandra's example by saying, "After all, if Aunty could be a lady at a time like this, so could I" (237). In this situation, Aunt Alexandra and Scout show social bravery by going back out to their guests and holding their heads high. They could have stayed in the kitchen and cried over the situation, or lost their tempers by yelling at their guests, but they decide to face life with strength--even if that means acting like a lady and not crumbling down into tears like a little girl.

How and why did the indigenous people arrive in the Caribbean?

Let me first address the "why" part of your question, as the "how" will be a little more complex. Most human migration, especially prior to the Modern period, was driven by a need or desire for resources. Even well into the Modern period, First Nations people (like the indigenous Taino and Arawak) lived highly mobile lifestyles driven by access to seasonal resources. So, why did indigenous Caribbeans migrate there? For access to food and other...

Let me first address the "why" part of your question, as the "how" will be a little more complex. Most human migration, especially prior to the Modern period, was driven by a need or desire for resources. Even well into the Modern period, First Nations people (like the indigenous Taino and Arawak) lived highly mobile lifestyles driven by access to seasonal resources. So, why did indigenous Caribbeans migrate there? For access to food and other resources!

As I mentioned, the "how" is a little more tricky. We do not have historical records detailing the peopling of the Americas and must rely on archaeological materials and "best guesses." Archaeological evidence indicates that people were living in Trinidad at least eight thousand years ago, and by seven thousand years ago were continually pushing north towards Cuba. Based on this evidence, we could infer that once groups of people had arrived in South America, they began pushing northward into the islands of the Caribbean. There is also evidence to suggest that people migrated south from present-day Florida or east from the Yucatan peninsula.

How did these people get to the Caribbean islands? Based on the sea-floor geography and fluctuations in sea levels, they might've been able to walk or wade easily from one area to another! It is also possible that these people were building rafts or boats and using them to cross longer distances. It is rather unlikely that the peopling of the Caribbean was accomplished entirely by swimming, even though it is possible to swim for long distances. Children, the elderly, and the infirm would not have been able to make such long swims, so the use of a boat or raft would have been needed.

Does Curley's wife deserve her reputation?

Curley's wife has quite a sordid reputation. She's regarded by other characters in the story as being what used to be called a woman of low morals. They call her all kinds of unpleasant names such as "jailbait" and "tart." At the very least, she's possessed with an exceptionally strong, overpowering sexuality; and she knows this, using her attractiveness to get men to do what she wants. At various points in the story, she proves...

Curley's wife has quite a sordid reputation. She's regarded by other characters in the story as being what used to be called a woman of low morals. They call her all kinds of unpleasant names such as "jailbait" and "tart." At the very least, she's possessed with an exceptionally strong, overpowering sexuality; and she knows this, using her attractiveness to get men to do what she wants. At various points in the story, she proves herself to be a liar--a mean, cunning manipulator, someone not to be trusted.

And in the case of Curley's wife, sex goes hand in hand with power. As wife of the boss' son she enjoys a position of authority on the ranch, which she bolsters with her raunchy demeanor. She abuses her power by threatening to have Crooks, the only African-African on the ranch, lynched, a way of putting him "in his place." Because she has such a dire reputation, Curley's wife clings to her racial privilege as the only thing that can still command respect.

But like just about everyone else in the story, Curley's wife has dreams of a better life away from the ranch. She dreams of movie stardom, something she could realistically achieve with her incredible good looks and charm. Although this makes Curley's wife somewhat a much more rounded character, more human, it doesn't detract from a sordid reputation that appears richly deserved.

`y = x^2 , y = x^5` Set up and evaluate the integral that gives the volume of the solid formed by revolving the region about the x-axis.

To be able to use the Shell method, a  rectangular strip from the bounded plane region should be parallel to the axis of revolution.

By revolving multiple rectangular strip, it forms infinite numbers of hollow pipes or representative cylinders.

In this method, we follow the formula:  `V = int_a^b 2pirhdy`

where:

radius (r)= distance of the rectangular strip to the axis of revolution

height (h) = length of the rectangular strip

thickness = width  of...

To be able to use the Shell method, a  rectangular strip from the bounded plane region should be parallel to the axis of revolution.

By revolving multiple rectangular strip, it forms infinite numbers of hollow pipes or representative cylinders.

In this method, we follow the formula:  `V = int_a^b 2pirhdy`

where:

radius (r)= distance of the rectangular strip to the axis of revolution

height (h) = length of the rectangular strip

thickness = width  of the rectangular strip  as` dx` or `dy` .

For the bounded region, as shown on the attached image, the rectangular strip is parallel to x-axis (axis of rotation). We can let:

`r=y`

`h= f(y)` or `h =x_2-x_1`

`h=y^(1/5)-y^(1/2)`

Note: `y = x^5`  is expressed as `x = y^(1/5)` and `y = x^2`  is expressed as `x = y^(1/2)` .

thickness` = dy`

Boundary values of y: `a=0` to `b=1` .

Plug-in the values on `V = int_a^b 2pirhdy`

`V = int_0^1 2pi*y*(y^(1/5)-y^(1/2)) dy`

Apply basic integration property:` intc*f(x) dx = c int f(x) dx`

V = 2pi int_0^1 y( y^(1/5)-y^(1/2)) dy

Apply Law of Exponent: y^n*x^m = y^((n+m)).

V = 2pi int_0^1  (y^((1/5+1))-y^((1/2+1))) dy

V = 2pi int_0^1  (y^(6/5)-y^(3/2)) dy

Apply basic integration property:`int (u-v)dx = int (u)dx-int (v)dx` .

`V = 2pi [int_0^1 (y^(6/5))dy -int_0^1 (y^(3/2)) dy]`

Apply Power rule for integration: `int y^n dy= y^(n+1)/(n+1).`

`V = 2pi [y^((6/5+1))/((6/5+1)) -y^((3/2+1))/((3/2+1))]|_0^1`

`V = 2pi [y^((11/5))/((11/5)) -y^((5/2))/((5/2))]|_0^1`

`V = 2pi [y^(11/5)*(5/11) -y^(5/2)*(2/5)]|_0^1`

`V = 2pi [(5y^(11/5))/11 -(2y^(5/2))/5]|_0^1`

Apply definite integration formula: `int_a^b f(y) dy= F(b)-F(a)` .

`V = 2pi [(5(1)^(11/5))/11 -(2(1)^(5/2))/5]-2pi [(5(0)^(11/5))/11 -(2(0)^(5/2))/5]`

`V = 2pi [5/11 -2/5]-2pi [0 -0]`

`V= 2pi [3/55]-2pi [0]`

`V= (6pi)/55-0`

`V= (6pi)/55` or `0.343` (approximated value)

What is the "Day of Silence" and what is its significance?

Initiated by students at the University of Virginia in 1996 to raise awareness of discrimination against and physical intimidation of gay people, the Day of Silence has since expanded across the nation and is observed at many universities. The student organization Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network, formed in 1990 by a group of teachers with the mission to "create safe and affirming schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression,"...

Initiated by students at the University of Virginia in 1996 to raise awareness of discrimination against and physical intimidation of gay people, the Day of Silence has since expanded across the nation and is observed at many universities. The student organization Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network, formed in 1990 by a group of teachers with the mission to "create safe and affirming schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression," assumed responsibility for organizing the annual event.

The periodic murder of gay teenagers and young adults, and the bullying of many others, has sparked greater awareness of the intense hatred still felt by some members of society and of the brutal violence that manifests itself in anti-gay attacks.

The annual observance of a Day of Silence dedicated to the LGBTQ community is not universally appreciated. Socially conservative organizations like the American Family Association have condemned the event, usually on the basis of their interpretations of Biblical strictures such as that in the Book of Leviticus (20:13), which states (per the King James version), “If a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them.” This provision in the Bible has been used for centuries to attack gay people, and many of those who adopt a literal interpretation of the Bible are guided by this prohibition.

In conclusion, the Day of Silence is a student-initiated event intended to heighten awareness of the physical and mental abuse to which gay people have been subjected.

What are the rules in The Giver with page numbers?

The page numbers that the rules are located on are going to vary depending upon the copy/edition of the book which you own. Thus, to make this answer as consistent as possible, I will provide an outline of the rules according to the chapter that they take place in:

Chapter 1:

• Planes may not fly over the Community. 


• Precision of language must be used to prevent any sort of confusion. It is necessary to say...

The page numbers that the rules are located on are going to vary depending upon the copy/edition of the book which you own. Thus, to make this answer as consistent as possible, I will provide an outline of the rules according to the chapter that they take place in:

Chapter 1:

• Planes may not fly over the Community. 


• Precision of language must be used to prevent any sort of confusion. It is necessary to say exactly what one means.


• Every family unit must have two children (one male, one female).


• The third time someone violates a rule, he or she will be brought before the Department of Justice and released from the Community.

Chapter 2:

• The Naming List, which lists out the names of the new children in the Community, is to be kept secret. 


• Bicycle riding is not permitted until one becomes a Nine. 


• Comfort objects are to be confiscated when one become an Eight.

Chapter 3:

• Objects are not to be removed or taken home from the Recreational Center.

Chapter 4:

• One should not brag about one's own accomplishments.


• Volunteer hours must be completed in order to receive one's assignment as a Twelve.


• Eights are given the freedom of choice. 


• Members of the Community may not look at each other naked, with the exception being the elderly and new children.

Chapter 5:

• Stirrings are to be treated with the consumption of morning medicine, and Stirrings are to be reported so that treatment may take place.

Chapter 6:

• Fours, Fives, and Sixes are to wear jackets that button in the back.


• Sevens are to wear jackets that button in the front.


• Elevens are to transition into clothing appropriate for their adolescent bodies.


• One may, technically speaking, request to be released to go Elsewhere.

Chapter 10:

• Doors must not be locked within the Community (with the exception of The Giver's door).

Who opposed the war of 1812?

The War of 1812 was fought between the United States and Great Britain. This war was fought over various insults felt by the Americans, including the Royal Navy's tendency to impress American seamen and attempts by Great Britain to hinder US trade.

Not everyone thought it as good of an idea to go to war as the Republican Party. There were others, besides the British, who opposed the US's fight against Great Britain. The Federalists (the...

The War of 1812 was fought between the United States and Great Britain. This war was fought over various insults felt by the Americans, including the Royal Navy's tendency to impress American seamen and attempts by Great Britain to hinder US trade.

Not everyone thought it as good of an idea to go to war as the Republican Party. There were others, besides the British, who opposed the US's fight against Great Britain. The Federalists (the opposing party to the Republicans), for example, had a more favorable view of the British. In fact, when congress voted on the war, not one member of the Federalist party voted to go to war.

In addition, many citizens in the New England area opposed going to war for various reasons. Besides economic concerns, many individuals had religious objections to the war, and the opposition to the war was often a subject preached about from pulpits.