Essays on Hunting

Introduction

The cheetah ( Acinonyx jubatus) is the fastest land animal with a widely quoted speed of 71 miles per hour or 32ms-1 however time trials under controlled circumstances show that the top speed is somewhere around 29ms-1 or 64 miles per hour (Sharpp, 1997). The Cheetah is uniquely adapted for speed and very few other land mammals can boast of such physiological specializations. Cheetah is a member of the group Felidae and they are unique in many ways. To start with, the African cheetah is the only species in the genus Acinonyx. Out of the 37 species in the cat Continue reading...

Hemmingway will teach us a lot on the things that happen in our modern lives. Hemmingway’s books are considered as empathic, illuminating and humorous. Ernest Hemmingway is considered as the most famous novelists in English Literature. He was both a novelist and public figure. Hemingway inspired many people; he lived an exuberant masculinity life that included big game hunting and he celebrated boxing, hunting, witch-hunting and welfare in pursuit of respect.
Hemingway’s readings are practical in the contemporary time. His women seemed the projections of male needfulness. The book contains many examples of anti-Semitism, and it openly Continue reading...

Section A

- What is your student identification number?
- How many Indigenous nations are there in Canada?
There are twelve nations: Great Basin, California, Great Plains, Northeastern Woodlands, South West, South East, Mesoamerica, Circum-Caribbean, Eastern Subarctic, Northwest Coast, Western Subartic and Arctic.
- How many Indigenous language families exist in Canada?
There are close to 75 indigenous languages, but according to Norrls (104), up to 2008, there were sixteen selected aboriginal languages. They include Cree, Ojibway, Innu-aimun, Algonquin, Ml’kmaq, Blackfoot, Malecite, Dene, Dogrib, Carrior, Satish, Gitksan, Nisga’a, Mohawk, Iroquoian and Haida.

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- How many indigenous creation stories did Continue reading...

Summary of the First Hunger Games Book

The book tells the tale of a place called Panem a very rich city that is vibrant and very modern. The city otherwise known as the capitol has other twelve districts that work to supplement the needs of the capitol. To remind them of their victory against their rebellion several decades ago, the district have to select by lottery each year two young representatives to participate in the Hunger Games. In district twelve, Katniss Everdeen has to volunteer to take the place of her twelve-year-old sister Prim. Peeta Mellark, a boy who once gave Katniss a loaf of bread Continue reading...

What is Technology?

One of the most important staples of contemporary culture is the prevalence of and reliance on technology. Its uses may be both beneficial and detrimental, as history has shown once and again. Nevertheless, what does this word actually mean? Its common usage only dates to two hundred years ago, while technology itself has existed since prehistoric times. In addition, many people could confuse the concept with science or engineering. Nevertheless, contemporarily, one could define technology as the group of tools and techniques that allow a practical manipulation of nature to modify its value.
One of the most important and Continue reading...

Gender relations have only slightly changed in the midst of the growing complexity of human societies through the centuries. Women remain the primary caregivers and are expected by their society to be responsible for child and infant care whether it be in subsistence economies or in modern day stateshood. However, men’s traditional roles of hunting, construction, political leadership, and even combat have slowly become shared with women as societies become politically and economically more complex.

Subsistence economies

In subsistence economies, males conduct hunting activities while their female counterparts gather wild plants for food. Both of them can together collect shellfish Continue reading...

Introduction

In the United States, there are more gun related suicides than there are gun related homicides. Although, by the mention of a gun most people think of death, and a deadly weapon gun would be extremely significant if it was used for the right purpose. The only problem with availability of guns in the society is when it is used to take away innocent lives. There should be critical evaluation of the relationship between the number of guns allowed in the country and number of criminals. If regulation of possession of guns reduces crime incidences, proper measures should be Continue reading...

The Middle Ages were the period of European history dating from the fall of the Holy Roman Empire in 476A.D. up to 1453 and started when the Ottoman Turks of the Middle East captured Constantinople. The Catholic Church grew more powerful and influential during that time. Governed by bishops and archbishops under the papal authority from Rome, the church became more dominant in the medieval society. Nuns and monks lived together in a house called monastery, devoting their lives in the service of God. In this period of turmoil and instability, many people turn to God in order to Continue reading...

Chimpanzees are natives to the content of Africa. They are great apes and not monkeys. Examples of great apes are bonobos, chimpanzees, orangutans, and gorillas. An example of a chimpanzee that lives today is Bubbles. Bubbles were known for being pet owned by the late Michael Jackson where he bought the primate from a research facility in Texas in the early 1980s. Bubbles were a travel companion to the singer and he once taken to Japan by Jackson here they had tea with the mayor of Osaka.
Chimpanzees are currently an endangered species. Many chimpanzees used to live in Continue reading...

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Native American Research
Introduction
American Indians are an integral part of the great history of this nation, and learning about their culture and lifestyle, will offer us valuable insights into our cultural past. Before the European colonization (1492), estimates say that, there were close to twenty five million Native Americans inhabiting the American continent. Sadly most of these indigenous tribes have been erased by diseases, famine, conflicts and rehabilitation. Every tribe has its own history and cultural heritage, and to know about them, would help us in empathizing with their struggle for survival. The aim of this essay is, Continue reading...

Introduction

Tourism is comparatively recent development in the Far North. In the last 15 years, the numbers of tourists have been increasing to experience the spectacular wildlife, landscapes and pursue the unique settings of Arctic. In the year 2000, the Arctic tourist count has reached above 1.5 million, with the northern Fennoscandia drawing around 70% of them. The Arctic cruise ship traffic has increased from 50 ships in the year 2004 to around 250 in 2007, most of them in Greenland and Nunavut (Canada). Most of the tourists travel to Arctic during the summers, when they can enjoy and pursue Continue reading...

Ethical Issues in U.S. Drone Program in Pakistan
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Introduction

The part of the War on Terror, which is commonly known as a U.S. drone program in North-Western Pakistan has traditionally become the area of ambiguous guesses and various speculations of political, legal, cultural and ethical nature. Unlike the invasion in Afghanistan or Iraq, this drone operation did not cause any formal violation of sovereignty of the nation, however it gave a lot of reasons for dissatisfaction for the Pakistani government and residents, American institutions and individuals as well as international organizations. The topic remains Continue reading...

Introduction

Being able to identify how predation and competition influence natural selection is essential in understanding the evolutionary ecology of a population of species. In predation, substandard individuals are inherently selected. By substandard these are the young, sick and physically unfit individuals. As a result, preys also evolve into a more resilient ones putting pressure also to the predators. This scenario reflects a coevolution of both predators and preys. In this study, we will examine the predatory-prey relationship and understand the dynamics involved in relation to environmental changes.

Methodology

Four different kinds of prey and five different kinds of predator were Continue reading...

1. ‘How does the rainfall of grasslands like this compare to deserts and forests?’
Grasslands are located between the forests and the deserts the distribution of rain is different in the three zones. Grasslands receive moderate rainfall ranging between 500 to 900 mm annually while forests receive high rainfall and deserts receive low rainfall.
2. ‘How does the behavior of communal (group) calving help the survival of Mongolian gazelles?’
Mongolian gazelles communal calving helps them to move together in groups hence are able to resist predators that locate them from afar considering the grasslands do not offer them cover Continue reading...

“For the time being and notwithstanding the various challenges to it parliamentary sovereignty remains formally intact as a matter of law.” Discuss the above statement. What is the significance of parliamentary sovereignty to the UK constitution and has the doctrine has been weakened by constitutional changes?

Introduction

The principle of Parliamentary sovereignty is based on the notion that Parliament represents the will of the people. The courts have upheld the view of the sovereignty in the past more than 350 years. The above statement in the title refers to the dilution of the concept of Parliamentary sovereignty with the advent Continue reading...

Cougars are beautiful, elusive wild cats. They are known by several names including, Painter, Florida Panther and Mountain Lion among others. In Latin America, the Puma concolor is commonly called Puma. Just as their habitats vary among wide ranges, so does the color of their coats. Depending on their environment, their coats may be brown, sandy tan, light silver or gray. Their offspring are born with spots that diminish into a shiny coat when they become adults. No matter how dark or light the cougar is in color, it can surely hide in the background within its habitat. Although Continue reading...

Theme comparison between ‘the destructors’ and ‘the most dangerous game’

Introduction
Authors utilize literature to pass message to the intended audience. While each story/ work of literature focuses on a similar occasion, character or event, the similarity in the themes, motifs and characterization indicate a similarity in the nature of the human condition. Different occasions and experiences when presented through literature, reveal that while the location, characters and motivations might be different, the persevering nature of the themes reveal similarities in the experience of between people in different settings.

Thesis statement

This essay seeks to; Compare the themes between the short stories, ‘the destructors’ and ‘the most dangerous game’ with relation Continue reading...

Introduction

United States of America gained their independence from Great Britain in June 4 1776. This was a great accomplishment for the people of United States because now they could rule themselves. For most people they were happy but for the black people who were still slaves did not see this independence. This was still being experienced 75 years later after they had gained independence. Fredrick Douglass who was an abolitionist movement leader claimed this injustice on a speech he made at Rochester, New York in 1852 a day, which was after the Independence Day (Asante). In the speech, he Continue reading...

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Abstract

This essay revolves around the peasants’ war of 1524-2525. The peasants’ war, also known as the revolution of 1525, is the largest insurrection or revolt in the history of Europe before the French Revolution. The goal of this essay is to explain the history before the revolution on the administration, economic situation, the culture of the peasant in ration to their agrarian development and the different social classes that existed. The causes of the war outbreak, movements and the suppression of the peasants’ war 1524 are discussed in the essay. Under the leadership of Martin Luther and Continue reading...

In response to Kristian’s answer, companies have different hiring process. The hiring process really depends on the policies that are implemented; the size of the company, the offered or needed job position, and the type of industry a company operates. Any companies are hiring top candidates with the best characteristics who seek in career opportunities. A significant company decision for any organization is how to choose an employee that qualifies to the position as required. The best candidate or applicant that fits in the business culture is one that is productive at the workplace. The success of the Continue reading...

Native Americans are composed of several ethnic groups and distinct tribes within boundaries of United States. Indigenous people of Hawaii and Alaska are also identified as Native Americans. Most of these groups of people survive in a form of intact political societies. Other terms attributed to Native Americans are “Indians” or “American Indians”. These terms have been used mostly by academic groups and major news papers. The constant migration of Europeans into America since the 15th century has led to adjustment and conflict between new and old World societies. Most of these Native Americans relied on hunting and gathering. Continue reading...

Introduction

Globalization and modernization refer to the influence that modern nations have on non-developed or traditional nations and societies. At times, these influences result from direct contact, such as the opening of a Western corporate office or manufacturing plant in an underdeveloped nation. Other times, the influences can be indirect, such as the transmission of Western cultural values to non-Western societies through mediums such as television, literature, and goods shipped to local areas. Globalization and modernization can have both positive and negative impacts on the cultural practices of non-Western societies, and deciphering the impact of these influences can involve a Continue reading...

Introduction

Coming of age is a big deal to a lot of young men and women, it gives them something to look forward to when they get to that specific age. For some, it is going to their first strip club and for others, it is hunting trip as well as shooting their first deer that signifies their status as a man/adult. This coming of age ritual is called a Rites of Passage, it is a holy ceremonial activity that people in certain cultures and religions partake in to cement their adult status. Rites of Passage is a very serious Continue reading...

The cover page of Life Magazine 22 November 1954 featured Judy Holiday; for her famous movie, It should happen To You. The magazine has advertisements of cars, home cleaning appliances and clothes; most of them are modeled by women. This marks the era where women power was realized as women were economically independent and earning for themselves; they were prospective buyers and decision makers for purchases. The Plymouth 55 advertisement of the car maker firm Chrysler shows a woman driving the car. Car was a luxury product in 1950’s; the loan companies were looking out for their prospective Continue reading...

Humans are not the only animals to feel pain – all animals feel pain. Accidentally tread on your pet dog or cat’s paw and it will let you know immediately that you have hurt it. You will very probably apologize to the injured creature (even though it doesn’t understand your words), and fuss over it to show you are sorry. The fact is you really do not want to be the cause of any unnecessary suffering to your domestic pets – your household companions – so it is only right to behave in the same way to all other animals Continue reading...

A good man is hard to find by Flannery O’Connor is a novel that deals with a very enigmatic character. The misfit, as he is known in the novel, is a character that keeps the audience guessing if he really is the culprit or not till the very end of the novel. However, the author has written this particular novel in a very ironical pattern, and it lays down many clues that the misfit is the culprit suffering from psychological problems. The main character, the misfit, is shown as a person suffering from many psychological problems trying to Continue reading...

DateAnimal Exploitation

Exploitation of animal refers to physical pain to animals that is also a reason of their death. It is observed in different parts of the world that people are engaged in exploitation of animal at large. The issue has become significant for the investigators and researchers. The authors have highlighted the issue as to control or stop exploitation of animal. The issue regarding exploitation of animal is also mentioned in the article entitled “Hunting, gathering, fishing and herding: Animal exploitation in Sandy Flanders (NW Belgium) during the second half of the fifth millennium BC”. The article consists of research Continue reading...

Abstract

"Good Will Hunting" is an American movie, which was directed by Gus Van Sant, and was finished in 1997. The film is dedicated to the memory of Allen Ginsberg and William Burroughs. The film is included in the list of 250 best films according to IMDB.
The film is devoted to the problem of attachment disorder, that is considered to be a mental disorder resulting from the absence of close emotional contact with parents in early childhood. And how this disorder can be expressed in illegible friendly behavior, aimed at attracting attention.
This film shows how it is important Continue reading...

Gallery 155 at the Metropolitan museum of Art showcases Athenian Art, mostly vases with black figures that depict scenes from Mythology and actual life in Athens. Also in display are helmets, vests and knives from 7th century BC. While the vases are descriptive with exquisite painting of scenes from mythology, the bronze artifacts are rather telling of the war they were used for. The helmets, the body vests and the knives, although old and rusty are in good shape and can tell the viewer about the size of the person who used it. The fact that they survived this Continue reading...

Introduction

In the contemporary society, on average, a normal person lives 99.9 percent of their lives in devoid of the actual conscious contact that is sensed with the magnificent nature. Most people spend most their times indoors. For instance, people spend almost 95 percent indoors without time to explore the beautiful nature provided for human beings. In most cases, people build relationships, but diverted from nature. The disconnection from nature deludes human beings from thinking that disconnecting with the nature does not negatively affect the daily life existence. It is because even if people do not explore the nature, they Continue reading...

Ray Bradbury's "A Sound of Thunder" is a short story about the dangers of technology, and the necessity of ecological consciousness. The short story uses powerful imagery and metaphors to drive home its central points of the consequences of mankind's meddling with nature. The leitmotif of the short story, the so-called butterfly effect, leads the reader to a deeper understanding of the story's meaning -- as well as mankind's vain and ignorant struggle to conquer his environment, at any cost.
The butterfly effect was first discovered in 1961 by meteorologist and mathematician, Konrad Lorenz. As a part of a Continue reading...

The tiger is the one of the world’s largest known cat species. Its scientific name is Panthera Tigris, and is known to reach body lengths of nearly four meters (Hunter). The tiger is an apex predator, which means that the tiger belongs to the highest position in the food chain. It is also considered as an endangered species of cats and therefore has received protection from governments all over the world against poaching and killing (Hunter). There are several agencies and organizations that are linked with the welfare and protection of the tiger. These organizations work to increase Continue reading...

Assignment 4: Mid-Term Exam

Question 1
- Permafrost
Permafrost is a thick sub-layer of ground comprising of soil, rocks, ice, or organic materials, which remains frozen for at least two sequential years. It forms the sub-surface soil layer of Polar Regions such as the arctic region.
- Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Hardwood Forest Ecotone
An ecotone describes an area of transition that occurs between biomes. An example of such an area occurs in northern Ontario between the Great Lakes- St. Lawrence and the boreal forests (Liu). The Boreal forest changed into the St. Lawrence wood nearly 7,400 years ago (Liu) when hemlock, white Continue reading...

In this project we are going to discuss a topic about Green Sea Turtles. Their population decline, the main reason for this decline. Different effects on Green Sea Turtles that may vary from human f to environmental problem. Current conversation efforts that are done for species.
The Green Sea Tuttle well-known as green turtle or Pacific green turtle is a huge species of turtles that come from the Cheloniidae family. The name was given because of its green fatness that can be found underneath turtle’s carapace. Green Sea Turtles is the only one type of species that have Continue reading...

On 7th January 20011, USA today reported the upholding by a Washington District Judge of the 2008 decision by government scientists of the US Fish and Wildlife Service to include the ‘Polar Bear’ as threatened in the endangered species list. The Scientists had contended that polar bear’s existence was threatened because of widespread melting of ice, a vital part of the natural habitat of the bear, due to global warming. The Polar Bear has thus become the first animal to be declared “threatened” due to global warming under the “Endangered Species” Act.
But why should anyone have any Continue reading...

Introduction

Currently the distribution of tigers extends from the Pacific coast of Russia to West and Southern India, continuing East into the Malayan Peninsula and Sumatra. They inhabit a wide range of habitats from impenetrable tropical forest of Sumatra to the semi-arid tracts of Western India and the human dominated agricultural landscapes of the Gangetic Plains of India. The tiger (any sub-species) is always the top carnivore and the apex predator of any ecosystem wherever it is present. Being on top the food chain, they regulate the population of other predators, prey species (herbivores) and in turn the plant population Continue reading...

Introduction

The human species are claimed to have existed for hundreds of thousands of years. According to history, years ago people used to be nomadic pastoralist who moved from one place to another thus did not have a permanent home. A transition occurred, which caused the people to change their nomadic lifestyle where they used to hunt and gather fruits and began doing agriculture. This transition caused them to change and start staying in one place. The transition from the old ways of nomadic movement to the point where the people are actually staying in one place is what is Continue reading...

In the studying how the human species evolved, a lot of astonishing discoveries, great public interest as well as a great level of controversy have always been involved. Since the early twentieth century the discovery of new hominid fossils has altered the widespread perceptions held concerning how our species evolved. Piltdown Man and Ramapithecus are examples of these new discoveries (Szpak, 2014). The objective of this discussion is to address Australopithecus with regard to migration and subsistence habits.
With its first appearance being in Africa about 4.2 million years ago and later diversifying into various forms, australopithecines is a Continue reading...

Introduction

It is undisputed that there are problems and risks of having stray cats and dogs in the community. Stray animals affects public health, economy, environment and their own health as well. Furthermore, more serious problems arise as the population of stray cats and dogs increases. Therefore, there is a need for better regulations that could help abate the increasing population of cats and dogs.
The issues concerning strays can be ultimately understood by identifying a unique definition of a stray animal. The classification of whether an animal is stray helps the community which animals need attention, provides a universal Continue reading...

With its origin in the ancient times; hunting is still widely practiced all across the world. Some do it for fun, few do it for adventure and now the target is to reduce overpopulation of certain animal species by hunting. But, is this ethical? Hunting is one of those controversial topics that have no possible solution but continue to plague modern society. Human rights activists are totally against hunting. There are several pros and cons of hunting and having researched about all of them, I strongly condemn hunting to be a feasible way for eradication of overpopulated animal species. Continue reading...