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Henry Ford
Henry Ford was an American entrepreneur and industrialist who revolutionized the automobile industry with his innovative ideas and manufacturing techniques. He was born on July 30, 1863, in Greenfield Township, Michigan. Ford was the founder of Ford Motor Company, which became one of the largest and most profitable companies in the world. One of the…
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Write 300 words on American credit card debt, and how it compares to other forms of private debt (e.g., mortgages, vehicle loans, student loans).How has credit card debt changed over the last few years?
What are the different kinds of debt? In most cases, the bank provides a client with loans and debts concerning: credit cards, mortgages, auto loans, student loans, and medical debts. A short and straightforward article “What are the Different Kinds of Debt” on equifax.com, states the properties for each debt, starting with the type of…
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How would you compare the teachings of Christianity, as described in the New Testament passages we read for this week, to the values cherished by earlier civilizations we have discussed (particularly the Greeks, and the values expressed in Homer’s works)?Conversely, can you see anything in common between Christianity and some of the great ancient thinkers we have discussed?
What is the main fact which contrasts Christianity and ancient Greek religion? The Christians believe in a monotheistic religion, they pray too and have faith in one superior God who created the universe and his son, Jesus Christ, who loves and forgives unfailingly and unconditionally. Whereas, the ancient Greeks were constantly offering sacrifices despite of…
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Week 11 review questions : social studies
First the Julio-Claudian’s and the Flavian’s dynasties emperors had a very erratic pattern, some were more humane while the rest were cruel and extravagant. The system by which an emperor would pick a successor was non-existent; some past down the throne to their sons or family members while others passed away before choosing. 2.According to…
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Getting in Shape for Less: How to Save Money on Athletics and Exercise
Exercise is necessary for our health and physical aesthetics. In modern times citizens have accustomed to gyms and personal trainers to work out and lose weight. Even tho these have their benefits, the monthly and even daily costs of equipment and coaches can add up to a huge sum. It is equally or maybe even…
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How to Turn Your Phone into a Financial Management Device
In modern times a big percentage of citizens contain a phone. Because of this the average person has grown accustomed to opening their mobile device every so often, checking: emails, messages, and even social media. However citizens forget to check one of the most important aspects of their life. Because of this habit you can…
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Julius Caesar
Julius Caesar, lived from 100 BC to 44 BC and was a Roman general and statesman associated with populares. Having allied with Pompey and Crassus to create the First Triumvirate, he began growing in power receiving military command over many legions in north Rome and restored power to the Tribune. On his military expedition to…
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Liberty
Ancient Greece (650 – 323 BC) made a huge impact on modern society, with decades worth of discoveries continuously feeding our education, architecture and other aspects of the world to this day, but present day society didn’t absorb every advancement the Greeks have accomplished. Liberty is one of the main aspects of Greek culture which…
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Week 7 Review Questions
Choose one of the two essays about Medea (essays #1 and #2), or answer both of #3 and #4. Choose a work of art from ancient Greece (it doesn’t have to be one covered in the video lesson) and do the following: (1) provide the basic background (what it is, when it dates from), (2) identify which…
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Morality of Work and Wealth
Is it immoral to be rich? No it depends on how you use it. In big percentages of films and novels, we get introduced to a snobby rich character, is this attribute chained to the status of wealthy or rich? First, how can wealth be used? An act a rich, moral individual will do…