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Topic: Compare and contrast metaethical theories Thread: Now that you have learned about competing ethical theories, write a 500-600 word thread that compares and contrasts a Christian ethical theory with a competing ethical theory. Since we have already looked at ethical relativism in DB 1, you should choose from any theory in the Moral Reasoning textbook except ethical relativism. That means you can choose from Virtue Ethics, Natural Law, Ethical Egoism, Utilitarianism, Duty Ethics, Social Contract Theory, and Moral Realism (or any combination of these) in contrast to a Christian ethical theory such as Divine Command, Divine Nature, or Christian Revelational Ethics (or a combination of these). How do these each system define “the good?” How does each claim to know “the good?” What, if anything, do these systems have in common? What, if anything, are their key differences? Which theory do you think is the stronger ethical theory? Defend your answer. This final question should take up the majority of your thread. Be sure to carefully define your terms. You are encouraged to support your position with rational arguments, fitting examples, and expert sources. Any quotes or information used from sources other than yourself must be cited using footnotes in current Turabian format and will not count towards the total word count. You will be penalized for falling short or exceeding the word count. This is a university-level writing assignment and therefore it must be carefully proofread, free of grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. Do not use slang, emoticons, or abbreviations (as if you are texting or sending an email to a friend).

How does language play a role in shaping our identity? We can mention the various “Englishes” we use and code switching. when does language alienate people? when does it bring them together?how does language create communities?

Provide a floral design critique of the following floral design in relation to it’s general composition and any specific principles that were employed into the design.  Your critique should include; Provide an interpretation of the composition.  What do you visually see in regards to Form, Line, Space, Texture, Color that makes the design “stand-out”? Describe any specific principles that were used and why they appear to be of importance in the specific design observed.   What emotional responses were generated through observing this design? Summarize your general thoughts about the design. (did you like it, what would it likely be used for, what would you do differently, etc) PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING Do NOT copy this assignment and complete it in a question-answer format. Please prepare your critique in an organized, concise, and clearly written (professional) format.

You have explored Emerson’s concept of heroism in this lesson. How do his ideas align with the notes you took while reading Beowulf? Do you think Emerson would have called Beowulf a hero? Do you think Emerson’s hero could slay a monster like Grendel? Based on your reading of Emerson’s essay, Heroism, and Beowulf, select two characteristics identified by Emerson that you believe a hero must possess. Then, write an 8-10 sentence paragraph discussing how Beowulf reflects those traits through his words and actions. Be sure to include text evidence from both the essay and the story. In a second paragraph of 3-4 sentences, compare someone you know personally who displays Emerson’s characteristics of a hero. Include specific qualities or actions that embody the heroic characteristics.

Video # 1: Split Sides 45 Split Sides 45, Directed by Charles Atlas, Choreography by Merce Cunningham According to you and your own experience, what was this dance about? Create your own story as you will submit it in your response assignment on the next page.  Video  #2: Split Sides 46 Split Sides 46, Directed by Charles Atlas, Choreography by Merce Cunningham Again, based on you and  your own aesthetic sense, what is happening in this piece? What is your version of a story that is happening here? Do you notice the difference in setting and the sequence of the events in comparison to Split Sides 45? How does this change in scenery and sequence influence this story? I have had you watch the first 5 minutes of both Split Sides 45 and Split Sides 46 in the previous page. Because Merce Cunningham, the choreographer, didn’t want to force a story or message upon his audience, it was up to you to create a story for yourselves based on what you saw. Please give me a short description of the story you have personally created for both Split Sides 45 and 46.  Your response should have your name and date in the upper left hand corner and will be due Friday 9/11 by 11:59pm. Please remember, your experiences and stories are your own. There are no right or wrong answers. I am just looking forward to reading what you have created based on what you saw.  Have fun! Your response submission should look like this:   Your Name 9/11/2020 Split Sides Response     Split Sides #45 I can’t wait to see what you come up with………. Splits Sides #46 Again, have fun and see if the change in environment and staging influences your story here…..Your role as an audience member is even more valuable when the choreographer chooses to stress the importance of movement over storyline. It’s up to you to determine your experience.

Imagine you have a client coming to Houston and wants to go to a play while they are here. Research three Houston area theatres or theatre companies answering these questions about EACH of them and present your findings in a report of at least 300 words (1.5 spaced) or more. Do not copy paste the questions and answer them, write out your responses. Feel free to use visual aids – you want to impress your client! What is the name of the theatre or theatre company? What kind of plays do they produce? (new plays, classical, children’s theatre, musicals, all?) Who is the Artistic Director? How many seasons have they been around? What are three of their past productions? Which would you want to attend? What kind of theatrical reviews have they received? Do they have a season planned for 2020-2021? If so, what are two of the plays they have planned? Would you recommend a play by this theatre company? Why or why not?

Object and Criteria Write a narrative essay about something that happened to you, to somebody else, or about something you saw or read.  Remember, to write a narrative means to write a story, and this means you cover the events in time sequence (first to last).  Though your last essay (the descriptive essay) could have been about a person, place, object, or event, a narrative essay is always about something that happened: events, actions, incidents.  Also, know that even though you are writing a story, it needs to be in essay form:  You must have an introduction with a thesis statement (your main point, i.e. what the essay as a whole is about), body paragraphs that begin with topic sentences that relate directly to your thesis and are supported, detailed, and explained in the body paragraph, and a conclusion that unifies the essay and reminds the reader of your thesis or main point.  Use exact, precise, descriptive language, just like the last essay: you don’t just tell a story, you show it.  Please do your utmost to be clear and interesting.  Also, make sure you stay in order and pick a topic that is not too large given your length requirements.  And remember, to get to the point of your narrative (your thesis), ask yourself questions like these: What did I learn?  What is the meaning of the story I’m telling?  What is my attitude toward what happened?  Did it change me?  What emotions did it make me feel?  Was the experience a good example of something (such as kindness, generosity, unfairness, justice, love, hatred, or some other quality

Please note that you have been officially assigned to research Paella (Spain) to compose your Individual Exercise. When you read the Instructions for the completion of this assignment and take a good look at the map Centers of Plant and Animal Domestication (Getis et al. 2009: 222), you will see that Spain is located within the Mediterranean region of domestication. For this reason, and as mentioned in the Instructions, any plant/animal domesticated in this region should be listed in your table using only one of the following terms (either): Mediterranean or Native, including salt (since this mineral can be found almost anywhere is the world. In addition, ingredients included in this recipe and domesticated in the SW Asia region of domestication would be the only examples of expansion diffusion (domesticated in nearby regions); while all others will be considered examples of relocation diffusion (plant/animals domesticated in faraway region and introduced to this country or region). Finally, please remember that, any plant or animal by-product that is included in your dish (i.e., oil, paprika, vinegar, chicken stock), this/these must be cited in your table by including first the source (animal/plant), followed by the name of the ingredient. For example, olive (oil), bell pat (breadcrumbs), grapes (vinegar), sugarcane (sugar).  The essay must answer three broad questions: Where? Why? (and how?), and, So what? (or, why is this important?).  For example, where is the center of domestication of the plants and animals included in your recipe located?  Why (and how) were these (plants and animals) ingredients introduced to the region where these recipes were developed?  The “So what?” (or, in other words, “why is this important?”) question is an overview of the principle elements of your recipe and must include a conclusion’s paragraph of your analysis clearly stating the connection with the topic of globalization (why is your traditional dish a good example of globalization?). Considering these question, I would suggest you to structure your work as follows:  a) Introduce the topic of globalization in the context of this assignment, using key definitions (included in the course textbook – and cite it in your essay and in your Reference/Bibliography section, showing command of these terms- and in the Instructions files): Food as an indicator of cultural identity (ethnic, national, regional, etc.).  Globalization (why is your dish an example of globalization?); Cultural Diffusion: Expansion Diffusion (i.e., The Agriculture Revolution; ingredients introduce from nearby regions of domestication).  Relocation Diffusion (i.e., the Age of Discovery and Colonization, the Slave Trade, The Columbian Exchange; ingredients introduced from far away locations –Mediterranean ingredients used in Meso-American dishes).  Acculturation/Cultural Hybridization (i.e., the use of chili peppers (Meso-American) in Thai (South and Southeast Asia) or regional Chinese (North Central China) cuisines, for example. b) Describe the origin (region of domestication) of the ingredients included in your recipe.  Answer here the Where question (how many ingredients are considered native? how many are introduced –exotic? What is the relative contribution of each region of domestication to the make-up of your dish?).   c) Analyze how the exotic (non-native) ingredients were introduce to the region/country of origin of your dish, answering the Why and How questions.  Show knowledge of the terms cultural diffusion by stating which ingredients were introduced by expansion diffusion? which were introduced by relocation diffusion? d) Conclusions: Answer the question, “Why is your dish a good example of globalization (or not)?” (So what? or, why is this important?).

For this discussion, begin by finding an article, web page, advertisement, or public service announcement that makes some reference to statistics. Review the information that is presented, and develop the main response in which you address the following: 1. Summarize the main points and purpose  2. Describe the reference to statistics and how do you identify it as relating to statistics.? 3. Discuss the implications of this reference to the meaning or the message. Did it make it seem more credible? Did it change your impression as a reader. *** It does not have to be a full page as it is a discussion***

ANALYSIS OPTION (GENESIS) When the first woman eats the forbidden fruit, God tells her that “your urge shall be for your husband,/And he shall rule over you (3:16). Many readers interpret this as a decree applying to all women thereafter, not just Eve. Do you think the male-female relationships depicted in Genesis later on demonstrate the impact of this punishment? In other words, do we see God’s decree being fulfilled (women want men and men tell them what to do) or unfulfilled (women have some equality or power, and don’t particularly have an “urge” for men)? To decide which position to take, consider how Genesis depicts male-female relationships after the expulsion from Eden. Based only on specific characters and stories from chapters 4 to 22, do gender dynamics in the text match God’s words in 3:16? Decide whether you think the answer is yes or no, and write an essay explaining and defending your position with textual evidence. Hint: you’ll find evidence on both sides in the stories of Abraham and Sarah, Abraham and Hagar, Lot and his wife, Lot and his daughters, and Abraham and Sarah’s encounters with Pharaoh and Abimelech.