Category: English

Debunk a popular “myth” – Challenge a contemporary belief (ie Columbus was a hero, vaccines are necessary). Expose flaws in the accepted idea, and present opposing viewpoints.
Your final paper of 5-7 pages (typed, double-spaced, plus a title page) is to be submitted no later than the final class. The paper will adhere to standard rules for manuscript form, MLA style of documentation, and conventional grammar and style.
Each paper will utilize a minimum of three academic sources (preapproved). All internet sources MUST be from respectable sites, but at least ONE source must be located through the Touro Library proprietary databases
Title:
By
Rebecca Eisenberger
Spring 2024
Dr. Hadad Composition Two
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19636526/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30520372/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32752183/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12058985/
https://www.jstor.org/stable/29764770 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15106157/
The human immune system protects our bodies from harmful pathogens threatening our homeostasis. When we develop a sickness, our body reacts and attempts to destroy the toxic substances. Inflammation is a typical immune response that can lead to unfortunate damage if our body cannot relate to the response. “Citrus fruit juices are a particularly good source of vitamin C and folate, which both have roles in sustaining the integrity of immunological barriers and in supporting the function of many types of immune cells including phagocytes, natural killer cells, T-cells and B-cells” (Miles and Calder). Vitamin C within citrus juices reduces the response to inflammation and could help maintain our immune balance. Various amounts of bioactive polyphenols within the fruit juices reduce our inflammatory markers. For example, “. Hesperidin, hesperetin, naringenin, naringin, and narirutin have all been found to have anti-inflammatory effects in model systems, and human trials of hesperidin report reductions in inflammatory markers” (Miles and Calder). Studies have shown that Orange Juice specifically reduces inflammatory responses astronomically. The C-reactive protein is a specific inflammatory marker directly linked to drinking orange juice. Works Cited Miles, Elizabeth A, and Phillip C Calder. “Effects of Citrus Fruit Juices and Their Bioactive Components on Inflammation and Immunity: A Narrative Review.” Frontiers in Immunology, vol 12, 24 June 2021, https://doi.org/10.3389/fimmu.2021.712608

Please read the essay The Different Ways of Being Smart by Sara Gilbert that is found in the required text (The Prose Reader Essays for Thinking, Reading, and Writing 11th Edition). The essay is in chapter 8 from pages 254 to 258. After reading the essay, please complete questions 1 to 6 on pages 258 to 259. In the book The Prose Reader Essays for Thinking, Reading, and writing 11th EDITION!

Use two personal example in the passage needs to be specific and have details.
give a title to the article.
follow the rubric

Objective:
The objective is for students to design and construct a lightweight double-sided protest sign; front & back, with a handle that can be carried at a march, demonstration, non-violent protest, sit-in, walkout, boycott, or all of the above, but that describes, identifies, explains an idea or concept, or justifies your stand or decision on a social justice issue/s relevant to the course or its subject matter. If it is against your religion to protest or create a protest sign follow the direction below under Against My Religion.
OPTION 1
You will need to design and create a lightweight double-sided protest sign. Your protest sign will have to be both front & back, it must have a handle that can be carried at a march, demonstration, non-violent protest, sit-in, walkout, boycott, or all of the above, but that describes, identifies, explains an idea or concept, or justifies your stand or decision on a social justice issue/s relevant to the course or its subject matter.
OPTION 2
Create a visual art project or collage (not a visual or info display board), which artistically demonstrates your knowledge on the subject. It must includes various types of images: historical, cultural, and political photos or art that symbolically or metaphorically represent your research topic. An art project or collage is ideal, if it is against your religion to protest.
Midterm Part 2: Protest Sign / Visual Art Project
Students will upload a images of both sides of his/her protest sign or visual art project within the Discussion page
You will upload images of your protest sign or art project along with a description of your research topic. Students may include either summary or reflection analysis so that your classmates’ can read.
Students will create either a double sided protest sign or visual art project related to the minority group you researched in Part 1 of your Midterm.
Make sure to include either the summary and reflection, so that your can learn from your researched topic.
Identify and describe the historical, cultural, and political images, graphics, and/or symbolic referenced within your Visual Art Protject.
Describe how this assignment was relevant to the course?
OPTION 1
How to Make Protest SignsLinks to an external site.
Directions and Guidelines:
Students will create a Two Protest signs: Front & Back or Visual Art Poster: Front & Back on a topic or theme relevant to your Research Paper Minority Group
The Protest sign must be at least 16” x 20” (anything smaller will be marked down or considered incomplete)
Recycle, Reduce, Repurpose, & Reuse: try to use supplies/materials found around the house before purchasing new items. Recycled cardboard boxes, foam board, or presentation boards.
If you wish to paint or design an art piece on art canvas, you may do so as well. I will provide samples of students past projects below.
All signs must have 3 to 5 colors, which include the background, font, font outline, or images.
Consider using markers, highlighters, crayons, color pencils, old make-up and face paint, even leftover house paint, spray paint, acrylic, tempera or watercolor paint (avoid things that smear).
Font should be large and bold to see from a distance therefore all font should be outlined with a dark marker or paint that will contrast the background.
All words should properly fit within each sign, so measure and lightly sketch out your message or drawing first.
Violent messages, vulgar language and profanity are not allowed or recommend, as it scares away the media and it prevents your sign from making the news/paper.
All words have to be spell-checked and all data should be fact checked.
All signs must be designed with a handle that can be lifted 3’ (feet) above your head.
Handles can be made from various things found around the house that are sturdy such as a yardstick, detachable broom or mop stick, PVC pipe or from an adjustable metal cane or walking/hiking stick.
Signs or hand painted banners on canvas that are 36” (inches) wide or larger do not need to be double-sided, but if they do require an additional person/s to carry it keep in mind how your team will carry or lift it off the ground for long periods of time without it dragging on the floor or turning into a sail that will thus making it difficult to walk against the wind. Students also need to keep in mind how their protest sign will be assembled and dissembled before and after the protest and how it will be transported (bus, metro, car, bike, foot, etc.) to and from the event.
Students can also paint or paste an image/s related to your research project to their sign.
Students can also design a collage throughout their sign and paste enlarged font or words
Signs can also include 3D objects or have elements that pop out of the protest sign
Consider applying key terms and definitions throughout your poster to educate the public.
Include illustrations: images, comics, etc. related to your research topic or minority group; print them large enough for people to see from afar.
Avoid leaving blank or empty spaces
Against My Religion
Some religions disapprove and do not permit people from participating in protests and from making a protest signs.
If it is against your religion to protest or create a protest sign, you must notify me directly and/or mention it within your assignment’s submission.
However, you are still not exempt from completing the Midterm Research Paper nor completing the Visual Art Project.
Rather than creating a Double sided Protest Sign you will complete Option 2; create a Visual Art Poster
You may also use religious or spiritual quotes or proverbs from your scripture or Bible as the context within your Visual Art Project
Avoid using religious symbols or iconography if it is against your religion.
OPTION 2

Part One, Three Revised Essays 
So, first, select three essays from these four: textual analysis, controversial viewpoints report,  position essay, problem-solution essay.
MY ESSAY TO CHOOSE FROM ARE THE FILES I ATTACHED AND I ALSO PROVIDED THE COMMENTS FROM MY PROFESSOR’S FEEDBACK FOR EACH ESSAY. PLEASE READ THE FEEDBACK AND THE DIRECTIONS PROVIDED BELOW TO START THIS ASSIGNMENT.
Begin by reviewing my notes on your essay and also by determining if you see any possible revisions that you would like to add.  As you begin revising, please keep notes on each essay, using the revision checklist below.  You will need one revision checklist for each essay.  Include:
Revision Checklist
Essay Unit number (1,2,3, or 4)
Essay Title
List of edits that you completed.
For Example:
Sentence structure
Grammar and Mechanics
Thesis
Support
And/or whatever else you edit on the essay
Part Two, Reflection Essay 
Second, compose a Reflection Essay that addresses why you made the edits in each of the three essays.  (Please avoid explaining that I suggested the revisions—we both already know this) Ask yourself how the edits improved your essay, and explain your thoughts on these improvements. Try to have at least one well-developed paragraph on each essay.  
Then, discuss how you have grown as a writer this semester, referring to the essays but also to your own self-reflection.  Consider:
What is the greatest difference between my writing at the beginning of this semester and now?
What is the most important aspect of writing that I learned this semester?
Have I grown more confident or comfortable as a writer?
How will I use my writing skills from this semester in my future classes and career?
And/or whatever else you choose to include in your Reflection.
To Submit:
Use your revision checklist as a Title Page for each of your three revised essays.  As you write and revise, please save your Revised Essays, Checklist Title pages, and Reflection Essay in a SINGLE Word Document titled Portfolio.

Thoughts concerning ‘The Colossus of New York’ OR ‘Falling Man’ and how the chosen piece relates to NYC.
Discuss themes, thoughts, and ideas that explore more than simply the piece’s physical setting and location.
In what ways does the piece represent NYC?
What does it tell us about its present or past culture?
What did you learn about NYC from the assigned reading?
How do specific themes in the piece represent greater ideas about the city? (i.e growing up, loss of innocence, pace of which things change etc.)
Utilize your own unique ideas, and those discussed in class. Paper must show a clear understanding of the pieces’s themes and their greater relation to NYC.
No References’ page is necessary, but you must use at least two short quotes from the reading. Times New Roman, double-spaced, 12-point font.
Graded out of 10 points.

The role of mythology in literature 
I. Introduction 
a. Start with an interesting fact: Stories from ancient myths have always been a big part of books and stories we love. 
b. Main points:
– How myths were important in old stories
– How these myth stories have changed over time in books
– How myths affect the way stories are told, and characters are made 
c. Thesis Statement: How myths are used in stories shows how they continue influencing what we read, making stories more exciting and meaningful. 
II. Body Paragraph 
a. Main Point #1: Why myths were important in old stories 
b. Supporting information:
Mark E. Workman discusses how myths were the building blocks of old stories, like the ones told by the ancient Greeks.
Workman states, “Greek mythology served as a foundational narrative for ancient Greek society, providing explanations for natural phenomena and human experiences.” 
c. Connection to thesis: Myths were the beginnings of storytelling and still shape the stories we love today. 
III. Body Paragraph 
a. Main Point #2: How myths have changed in books over time 
b. Supporting information:
Esther Lombardi explains how myths have been used in many different ways in stories over the years, changing to fit different cultures and times.
Lombardi notes, “The enduring legacy of Greek mythology has had a lasting impact on the culture, with its stories and characters continuing to inspire and influence literature and everyday language.” 
c. Connection to thesis: Myths have evolved with time and continue to make stories exciting and diverse. 
IV. Body Paragraph 
a. Main Point #3: How myths affect the way stories are told and characters are made 
b. Supporting information:
Edith Hamilton discusses how myths give writers ideas for characters and plots, appearing in different forms in many stories.
According to Hamilton, “Mythological narratives offer insight into human behavior and societal norms.” 
c. Connection to thesis: Myths add depth and meaning to stories by uniquely shaping characters and plots. 
V. Conclusion 
a. Recap of discussed information: Myths have been a big part of storytelling for a long time, and they continue to shape the stories we read today. 
b. Reflection on research findings: How stories use myths helps us understand why they are still important in literature. 
c. Evaluation of thesis: Myths significantly make stories more exciting and meaningful, just like they always have. 
d. Suggestions for additional research: We can learn even more by studying how myths connect with different cultures and how they influence how we tell stories worldwide. 
-You can use these websites for extra information; they are the ones I used for my outline.
https://www.abookgeek.com/the-impact-of-greek-mythology-on-modern-culture/ 
by Esther Lombardi 
https://www.jstor.org/stable/3814186 
by Mark E. Workman 
https://medium.com/illumination/the-importance-of-mythology-9b922983d150 
by warren brown 
https://www.google.com.mx/books/edition/Mythology/oZU3AQAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&printsec=frontcover 
by Edith hamilton
-If the thesis changes while making the research paper, you can change it.
-They’re six pages, but the last one is just for citation.
-I’m providing a sample of how I want the research paper done.

Topic: how child upbringing affects adults
Argument can either state a cause and examine its effects or, state an effect then trace the effect back to its causes 

It’s an argumentative research paper that tries to convince that a golden retriever is a better pet for many new pet owners. 

44vatox. (2024, April 2). “Make your day”. TikTok. https://www.tiktok.com/@44vatox/video/7353468667830488350?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7358333783399204395 
AP News. (2024, April 1). “In Mexico, beach bands apparently emerge victorious after noise complaints”. AP News. https://apnews.com/article/mexico-beach-bands-tourists-noise-eclipse-171e079a66bdc5ca96458b31ff4c0930 
Footprints P. D. P. (2024, March 29). “Banda bands in Mazatlan are under attack”. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eURAzWLlELo&t=28s 
nessadiosdado. (2024, April 2). “Make your day”. TikTok. https://www.tiktok.com/@nessadiosdado/video/7351536831793532190?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7358333783399204395 
Raygoza, C. (2024, April 2). “Make your day”. TikTok. https://www.tiktok.com/@thealphacatsyndrome/video/7351470652936686890?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7358333783399204395 
sincerelymaxxdotcom. (2024, April 2). “White people are trying to ban Mexican bands in Mexico”. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/wNSLUej7xjQ
Staff, M. (2024, March 29). “Local culture or racket? Banda music on the beach divides Mazatlán”. Mexico News Daily. https://mexiconewsdaily.com/culture/the-battle-over-banda-music-heats-up-on-the-beaches-of-mazatlan/ 
theefitzyy. (2024a, April 2). “Make your day”. TikTok. https://www.tiktok.com/@theefitzyy/video/7353348107406560542?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7358333783399204395 
Translated by ContentEngine, L. L. C. (2020, Aug 23). “The ‘rap’ of the border”. CE Noticias Financieras Retrieved from http://libproxy.csudh.edu/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/wire-feeds/rap-border/docview/2436768523/se-2
These are the resources Im using for this Essay. Im using 3 Articles and 5 videos.
3 videos are in tik tok and 2 on youtube
I also shared what I have done.