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Question 1
There were six constructs that the author wanted to measure to include the teaching context, the status of Chinese Pronunciation teaching, the CSL learners’ motivation, specific issues in CSL pronunciation teaching, teacher training on pronunciation teaching, and the goal of pronunciation teaching (Yang and Jin 156). There were three questions that aimed to cover the main areas of intelligibility, comprehensibility, and accentedness. With the aim of covering the six constructs, they were

1. Should Pinyin be taught separately or included in the course curriculum of the beginning level courses?
2. Should Pinyin be used to replace Chinese characters in quizzes or tests?
3. Do you have a systematic approach to teaching Pinyin pronunciation?

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Anne Bradstreet and Mary Rowlandson were women of faith in God and passion for writing. These characteristics enabled their survival from the hardships they faced. In this essay, I will compare and contrast their works of writing and their view of God, faith, the Bible, and Christianity. The writings of Mary Rowlandson were very powerful and the tough experiences she went through greatly influenced her writing. She had a tough life living in captivity.

For instance, when she stated, “…they had as good knock me in [the] head as starve me to death,” she was referring to how she was denied food (Bradstreet). During this period, her faith is seen when she seeks the help of God. Her writing style focuses on religion, allusion, and appeal to emotions. To remain focused on her goal and furthering of God’s plans upon her life, she constantly read the Bible. She wrote, “God orders all things for his for his holy ends,” to express this thought (Bradstreet). In addition, when she says, “It is good for me that I have been afflicted,” she explains how her condition led her to find and solidify her faith in God. Continue reading “Colonial Experiences in the 1700s from a Woman’s Perspective”

Mark Twain wrote ‘The Damned Human Race‘ in 1905, arguing against Darwinism. The author highlights the flaws of man and claims that due to his nature, man will end up worse than every other species on earth. This is a generalization since it is based on his own experiences and thoughts. The author goes onto use several methods to push this narrative forward using his logic. However, further research reveals the opposite truth, that humanity, and animals have more in common then he would like to acknowledge. Human beings are also sophisticated beings capable of compassion and warmth that far outstrips the animal kingdom. It also proves the point that man ascended from the animal kingdom rather than the other way around, proving Darwin’s theory. Twain is a grade 3 thinker, he uses his feelings to direct his thoughts. He believes that human beings are not at the top of the evolution chain, but are instead at the bottom. Continue reading “The Damned Human Race Essay”

The development of global economic ties has led to the need for internationally recognized accounting standards. The International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) were developed in an attempt to create global standards for financial reporting and regulation. However, several countries including the US are yet to adopt IFRS. The US has the generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) which have certain differences with the IFRS. Although convergence involves significant costs, it is important for the future development of international trade. Continue reading “Convergence Between U.S. GAAP and IFRS”

The Impetus for the Article
It is believed that Australian Aborigines were scattered nomadic tribes of people who did not create buildings for their own refuge (Dawson, 1881). However, records of the first white settlers who arrived in Australia claim that Australian Aborigines were a developed society. Moreover, researchers suggest that the ancestors of these aborigines were the first people to cross the ocean. The ancestors of Europeans were afraid of the world, while the ancestors of the Australians had already traveled across Asia and crossed the seas. The study of the Australian Aborigines is an important key to deciphering the past of non-African humanity. It allows finding the answer to the key questions of the early history and development of humanity. Continue reading “The Feature Article Pitch: Australian Aborigines”

Part 1.
Psychological interdependence theories address the determinants and motivations of human interactions. Such frameworks propose diverging perspectives on intimacy in relationships. The Exchange Theory, Equity Theory, and Communal Theory differently address the levels of friendship, which include the acquaintances, casual friends, and best friends.

The three psychological theories of interdependence explore the intimacy in various levels of friendship. Exchange Theory suggests that the relationship comprises a set of resource exchanges and their evaluation by the participants. The members of the connection assess the costs and benefits of the relationship. Exchange theory effectively addresses the friendship level of acquaintances because people evaluate these low intimacy links through the pragmatic perspective. Equity theory implies the assumption that the resources invested in a relationship should be equal for all the participants, who aim to maintain balance in their interactions. This framework is suitable for the analysis of casual friendship, since people in such a link with moderate intimacy level focus on reciprocity rather than on personal benefits and disadvantages. Communal Theory involves the orientation of the relationship members on the provision of noncontingent benefits for the well-being of others. A communal orientation efficiently reflects the nature of close friendships with high levels of intimacy because people in such relationships care about the needs and opinions of their partners. Therefore, different interdependence perspectives illustrate the various levels of friendship. Continue reading “Interdependence Theories and Intimacy Essay”

Experimental stimuli are vital to a research process since they evoke a behavioral or emotional response. The opportunities presented through the effective use of stimulus enhances interaction and engagement among the participants hence providing a hands-on approach to actual experiences in real time. However, for precision in the quest to understand behavior, the focus of the stimulus should be narrow. In this case, analysis will be done to ascertain how the appeal for luxurious and non-luxurious advertisements to the public compare. The major delineation is that luxurious products should be proffered with much enthusiasm in comparison to basic commodities (Chandon, Laurent, & Valette-Florence, 2016). Continue reading “The Impact of Music on Shoppers Essay”

When I learned that my best friend, Anne, had missed her menstrual period, I knew that the course of her life would change forever. Prior to hearing about her pregnancy, Anne had just joined the track and band team. She was a top performer who scored A’s in every subject. She was ready to engage in sports and apply for university admission. While Anne and I were busy pursuing our new interests, she met Ian. He was the leader of the track and band group. Unlike my friend, Ian came from a well off family and was always in the company of beautiful girls. Despite these differences, Anne and Ian soon became close friends who played and studied together. Continue reading “Essay: One Mistake Leads to Another”

Alcohol has been a prominent issue since the country has a high percentage of alcohol consumption in Europe and all over the world. Alcoholism has continuously been increasing. It has been made possible by the availability of cheap alcoholic drinks in retail stores; thus everyone has easy access (5). Alcohol is also a significant part of the history of Ireland. It is also linked to prestige and joy. A recent survey carried out revealed that out of every ten people in Ireland, one is an alcoholic (5). With a population of over 4.7 million, this means that approximately 470,000 people are struggling with alcoholism. It also implies that there are roughly 470,000 unproductive people in the economy since addiction is a disease.However, the intake of alcohol by Irish folks is continually reducing. A study by the department of health showed a comparison of alcohol intake between 2001 and 2015 which revealed that the numbers have significantly dropped (6). It means that the society is slowly changing its attitude towards alcohol (6). More and more people realise the effects this powerful drug has on their lives, the lives of those around them and ultimately their country. Continue reading “Alcohol in Ireland Essay”