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The
American Jewish Experience
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It is a fundamental aspect of New York life that there are
enclaves of different social and class distinctions that
have grown from the need of sets of immigrants to come
together in a cohesive community to support and provide each
other with a sense of stability and coherence. This 6 page
paper examines the unique position of the Jewish immigrant
to New York in the early twentieth century. It looks at the
rift in the community that was described geographically but
was based on socio-economic factors and rooted in cultural
beliefs. The political organizations of the Zionist and
Labor Movements are also explored. No bibliography provided.
Filename: Amjewex.wps
Chinese
- American Women During World War II
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me this paper ]
In 6 pages, the author discusses the treatment and social
status of Chinese American woman during World War II.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Chiamer2.wps
Cultural
Changes Resulting From World War II
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper examining the cultural changes ushered in by
the actions and consequences of World War II. Hundreds of
thousands of women had gone to work in the nation's
factories that had been dedicated to war materiel production
and only grudgingly gave up those jobs for returning
veterans. They had become accustomed to the wages and
fulfillment of outside employment and set out to regain it
in their own right. African Americans were granted the right
to vote in 1944 because of their overwhelming willingness to
fight and die for the country that had taken little notice
of their existence, and the GI Bill provided access to
college education to thousands who otherwise would not have
been able to attend. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Ww2cult.wps
Cultural
Influence of World War I
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me this paper ]
A 10 page research paper on World War I's influence on art,
literature and music. The writer describes the significance
of World War I, the various art and literary movements, and
the changes they led to. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Musicww1.wps
India,
China and Sub-Saharan Africa / A Brief Comparison
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me this paper ]
A 4 page research paper that looks at the culture of these
three regions in the world. Two specific arenas are
emphasized: the role of women and religion. Although
distinct differences are present, there is a remarkable
similarity between and among the three regions in both
arenas. The writer suggests that part of the reason for
similarities in the role of women is the religious beliefs
that are predominant in each geographical region.
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Subsah.wps
China
& Japan/Comparing Family and Lineage
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that looks at the differences and
similarities between Japan and China in regards to family
structure, lineage, and the treatment of women. Bibliography
lists 2 sources.
Filename: 90chnajp.wps
Aztec
Ruins National Monument
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Aztec Ruins National Monument is located in the Northwest
portion of New Mexico, in the Four Corners area. It is the
site of ancient Anasazi ruins that date back to 1000 to 1300
AD. This 5 page paper examines the history, location and
meaning behind the ruins there. Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: Arnatmon.wps
Mexican
Culture-- Dia de los Muertos
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper on this traditional Mexican
ceremony, Dia de los Muertos, or the 'Day of the Dead,'
which has its roots in two cultures -- the ancient Aztec
customs of Latin America, and the Spanish-Christian
observance of All Saints Day on Nov. 1 and All Souls Day on
Nov. 2. According to Aztec legend on the Day of the Dead,
the dead are released from Mictlan -- the land of the dead
-- to visit the living world and to mingle with friends and
family. The writer explores the origins of this tradition
and relates the various practices that are involved.
Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Mexcltr.wps
The
Effect of Indian Culture on European Settlers
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This 6 page paper focuses on the Maya and Aztec Indians and
their affect on the colonists primarily in terms of culture.
Indian tribes in Mexico are compared to their northern
neighbors in the United States. Bibliography lists 15
sources.
Filename: SA16Mex.wps
Arabian
Women / Overcoming Traditional Barriers
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me this paper ]
A 5 page discussion of how women in the Middle East are
finally beginning to transcend cultural restrictions and
acquire rights that they never had before. Bibliography
lists 5 sources.
Filename: Arabwoma.wps
Modern
Patriarchy
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me this paper ]
An 11 page paper. Patriarchy progressively has moved from
the realms of anthropological and sociological 'quirk' to
that of full-blown conspiracy, according to some modern
authors. What these extreme feminist authors have failed to
consider, however, is that patriarchy as a cultural norm
seems perfectly natural in the cultures in which it is
practiced, and that it is only those of other parts of the
world who have any complaints. Even though patriarchy is
ingrained in many cultures of the world, some of those
cultures are facing the necessity of reassessing their
positions, forced not by any commonweal thinking, but by
physical realities. Somalia is used as an example.
Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Patriarc.wps
Samurai
Japanese Culture
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me this paper ]
A 4 page research essay that describes the Samurai culture.
Topics include the origins of the Samurai, their purpose,
and the end of the Samurai class. But, did the spirit of the
Samurai end there? Was the spirit of the fiercest warrior
who service without regard for his own safety once again
evident in the Kamikaze pilots in World War II. This writer
discusses this possibility. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Samurai.wps
Repatriation
of the Native American Sacred Pipe
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me this paper ]
A 10 page overview of the Sacred Pipe, how it came to be,
how in many cases it has been taken from the people. Gives
an example of a recent repatriation of the Sacred Pipe to
the Northern Cheyenne. Includes details regarding the
ritualistic use of the pipe and of the care that goes into
making it as well as the logistics of the repatriation
movement and the obstacles Native Americans typically face
in regaining one of their most cherished possessions.
Includes an overview of the importance of the Sacred Pipe to
other Native American cultures as well, especially the
Lakota Sioux. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Piperep.wps
The
Kibbutz: An Analysis of Two Studies
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me this paper ]
A 9 page research paper on the Blasi and Rayman studies of
the Israeli kibbutz. The writer details the theories,
styles, and contents of the two works. Bibliography lists 2
sources.
Filename: Kibbutz.wps
Ancient
Mesopotamia and Egypt: Differing Interpretations
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me this paper ]
An 8 page comparison of the archaeological record from
ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Includes the methodology for
the research which was conducted as well as an outline of
the findings and a discussion as to how the beliefs
regarding the areas' culture's have become more detailed and
more and more archaeological evidence unfolds. Bibliography
lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPegyMes.wps
Common
Developmental Characteristics Between Mesopotamia And Egypt
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. Mesopotamia and Egypt shared some common
features that encouraged their initial growth and continued
development overtime, which also served to contribute to
their unique characters. In determining the similarities
that demonstrated how the inhabitants utilized their
environment, there are myriad considerations one can assess;
after all, developing any congregation of peoples requires
the germinating of many cultural seeds. Much exists within
the framework of creation so as to afford the inhabitant an
opportunity to move forward with an ongoing sense of
prosperity and ingenuity. The writer compares and contrasts
developmental characteristics as they relate to Egypt and
Mesopotamia. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: MesEgypt.wps
Hyksos
/ Semitic Origins
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper exploring the origins of the Hyksos
who seized and ruled Egypt during the 15th and 16th
Dynasties. Although their origins were thought to date back
to Old Testament Hebrew by very early scholars (First
Century AD), it is only in the last thirty years
archeological finds have indicated the Hyksos had a strong
affiliation with the Canaanites. This paper offers evidence
of their origins.
Filename: Hyksos.wps
The
Cradles Of Civilization / Mesopotamia And Ancient Egypt
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me this paper ]
A 9 page comparison of the cultures of Mesopotamia and
ancient Egypt. Presents information about their similarities
in geographical considerations, and material and
mythological cultures. Relates the importance of this region
as the cradle of civilization. Bibliography lists 10
sources.
Filename: Egypmeso.wps
Ceremonies
of the Hopi and Havasupai / Contrasts & Similarities
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me this paper ]
A 10 page exploration of the similarities and differences in
Hopi and Havasupai ceremony. Emphasizes the connection of
the ceremonies with the land and environment of these
groups. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Hopihav.wps
Hopi
Oral Tradition and Resistance to Outside Forces
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper discussing the ease with which the Hopi
religion and oral tradition has persisted over the
centuries. 'Wrong headedness' is a condition that the Hopi
are not to have. They are to adhere to the admonishings and
warnings of ages to come given by the ancient ones. Because
the oral traditions attached to the Hopi religion are so
adaptable to changes in society and in levels of technology,
they can remain relevant at any stage of development, either
of the Hopi culture or those that would overrun it.
Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KS-Hopi.wps
The
Ceremonies Of The Hopi And The Havasupai / Changes Through
Time
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me this paper ]
A 10 page exploration of the similarities of Hopi and
Havasupai ceremony. Emphasizes the connection of the
ceremonies with the land and environment of these groups and
notes the changes which have occurred in the ceremonial life
of the Hopi and Havasupai cultures as a result of their
contact with non-Natives. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Hopina.wps
Nurture
vs Nature
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me this paper ]
This 10 page report is written as a letter to the United
States' Secretary of State, Madeline Albright, and discusses
America's role in the status, subjugation, and support of
women around the world. It presents and overview of the
problem and offers some suggestions. Bibliography lists 9
sources.
Filename: Albright.wps
Collapse
of the Mayan Civilization
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me this paper ]
The Mayans had a strong and complex civilization from A.D.
250 to A.D. 900. At the peak of their strength, between 800
and 900 A.D., this great empire suddenly collapsed.
Archeologists have debated about the causes of the collapse;
with overpopulation, disease, insect plagues, peasant
revolts against the ruling classes (civil wars), and climate
change being among the conditions theorized as being
responsible. Warfare leading to the balkanization of the
culture is said to have effected the fall as well. Recently,
the discovery of a major volcanic eruption has increased the
probability of weather playing a large role in the collapse.
Beginning around 800 A.D. the Yucatan suffered a severe
200-year drought. It is likely that a combination of all of
these influences came together to bring about the fall of
the Mayan Empire. This 10 page paper examines the possible
causes, with an emphasis on warfare and drought.
Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Maycoll.wps
The
World's Human Population Has Reached Capacity – Now What?
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me this paper ]
12 pages in length. With the current global population at
6,079,229,255 and growing every second, people are
overpopulating themselves right out of the planet. According
to the Germany World Population Fund, a full one-third of
all births is the result of incidental or unwanted
pregnancies. With a staggering one billion teenagers right
at the brink of their reproductive years, this particular
period in time has come to be known as the largest 'youthquake'
ever as global officials attempt to quell the perpetual –
and highly damaging – population growth. The writer
discusses the various impacts of human overpopulation, as
well as addresses potential solutions. Bibliography lists 10
sources.
Filename: TLCworld.wps
Are
Non-Verbal Communications In-Born or are They Learned ?
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me this paper ]
An 8 page look at non-verbal communications (i.e., gestures,
motions, batting eyelashes, etc;) and the importance of
realizing that different groups of people may interpret them
in different ways. The primary focus of this particular
report, however, is to analyze the controversy over whether
most non-verbal communication activities are in-born traits
or learned activities. Various issues and studies are
explored to help answer this very question and arguments
seem to lean strongly in favor of the 'in-born side' for
certain non-verbal communications while some lean strongly
in favor of the 'learned' side for other examples of
non-verbal communication. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Nonverbl.wps
Clothing
As Communication
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me this paper ]
Communication as expressed by clothing is explored in this 6
page paper. The fact that clothing is a nonverbal
communicator is discussed in terms of its use in business
practice as well as in daily life. Different styles of dress
by generation and subculture is also pertinent to the paper
as well as clothing as an expression of gender and
sexuality. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Clothing.wps
Funeral
& Death Rituals In Nigeria, India, & China
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me this paper ]
This 6 page research paper examines rituals surrounding
death and funeral rites in these three countries.
Bibliography lists six sources.
Filename: Funeral.doc
The
Navajo / An Overview
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me this paper ]
A 6 page overview of the Dine, the Navajo. Includes history
and contemporary status with information on such aspects as
their religious, political and cultural configurations and
how each of these is in a state of change. Bibliography
lists 9 sources.
Filename: Dinenav.wps
The
Navajo Blessingway Ceremony
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper exploring the Navajo Blessingway ceremony,
the ritual and story tradition that forms the core of a
major Navajo view. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Navajo.doc
Religious
Fundamentalism and Nationalism
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me this paper ]
In the minds of many people, nationalism and religious
fundamentalism have become very much aligned with political
systems of the postmodern world. This 7 page paper argues
that both religious fundamentalism and nationalism are
important contemporary political phenomena that have
interest to those seeking to understand world politics in
the postmodern era. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: KTrelnat.wps
The
Mayan Civilization Was A Vibrant & Flourishing World
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me this paper ]
This 6 page research paper provides an overview of the
ancient Mayans of Mexico. Significant events in the
civilizations history are noted. Bibliography lists 4
sources.
Filename: Mayanc.wps
Machiavelli,
Erasmus, and Pico della Mirandola On Human Nature
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper that compares three Italian humanists and
their perspectives on human nature. This paper demonstrates
the way in which the independent perspectives of these three
authors, though all based in ancient philosophy, create
different concepts of the origin of human nature.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Three.wps
Rudyard
Kipling's 'Kim'
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me this paper ]
10 pages in length. A through discussion of character and
setting in Rudyard Kipling's novel entitled 'Kim' -- in
which the writer describes the book as a realistic depiction
of life and culture in India. A number of quotes from the
book illustrate the writer's points and the primary source
is cited in its own bibliography.
Filename: Kipling.wps
The
Westernization Of Japan
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me this paper ]
A 4 page research paper discussing the Westernization of
Japan. In the mid-1800s Samurai who were in the low ranks
became dissatisfied with the feudal system and wanted to
modernize Japan. A revolution occurred and the Meiji era
began. The Shogunate was abolished and Westernaization began
in a rather wholesale fashion. One aspect of Westernization
the Japanese people feared was imperialistic power and, in
fact, the Meiji government did find itself in the midst of
what they feared. Wholesale adoption of Western ways was
ended in 1912. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Japanwe.wps
Cultural
Imperialism in India
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper on this perceived 'threat' in India.
America's Western influence has become imbedded in Indian
culture, a situation that not everyone in India sees as a
positive element. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Culimp.wps
The
Life and Customs of the People of Java
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper discussing the island of Java, its people,
its customs, and its societal mindset. The people of Java
are Javanese first and Indonesian second. Bibliography lists
six sources.
Filename: Javapeop.doc
Native
American Dress (With An Emphasis on Festive and Ceremonial
Dress)
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me this paper ]
A 9 page overview of Native American clothing styles.
Emphasizes festive and ceremonial dress. stresses that the
term Native American is very widespread in terms of the
cultural and thus artistic diversity it encompasses and that
art and dress styles vary not only with culture but with the
particular time period which is being discussed.
Bibliography lists 18 sources.
Filename: Nadr.wps
Homer's
'The Iliad' vs. Egyptian Burial Rituals
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me this paper ]
A 3 page comparison addressing the importance of body
preservation and burial rites in the form of dressings,
tombs and stones as it applies to the text and events in The
Iliad. The paper particularly discusses the burial rites
surrounding the heroes Hektor and Sarpedon in this regard.
Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Gilg3.wps
Women
in Islam vs. Women in Hinduism
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper comparing the lifestyles of these two groups
of women. The writer explores the cultural and religious
differeces and modern society's perceptions of their
traditional roles. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Hinduisl.wps
Animal
Sacrifice- How Religions Lend Insight To The Teachings Of
Sacrifice In The Old Testament
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me this paper ]
10 pages in length. The study of animal sacrifice in other
religions lends insight to the teachings of sacrifice in the
Old Testament in that it often correlates with the concept
set forth by biblical instruction. Animals have been looked
upon as sacrificial for a number of religions that utilize
their flesh and bodily fluids as a means by which to either
stave off evil spirits or to bless themselves and their
people. Religions that continue to employ animal sacrifice
in contemporary society, however, have been met with great
consternation and legal resistance, inasmuch as people all
over the world are evolving to such a point that sacrificial
ceremonies are no longer considered to be a universally
accepted practice. The writer discusses animal sacrifice in
relation to religion and the Old Testament. Bibliography
lists 10 sources.
Filename: TLCsacri.wps
IRANIANS
in the United States
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me this paper ]
This 5 page paper discusses that Iranian school textbooks
teach that Iranians are only in the boundaries of the
country. There is no mention of Iranians outside of Iran,
and there is no mention of a single female role model.
However in folklore it is said that, ``Iranians are like
water in a vase. If the vase is a globe, they become a
globe; if the vase is long-necked, they become long-
necked.'' Resolving this duality, or living within it, is
the challenge presented to Iranians who are now living
within the United States. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BBiran.doc
The
Sociological Theory of Deviance is Used to Describe/Explain
Gangs
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me this paper ]
In 5 pages, the sociological theory of deviance is used to
describe/explain gangs. An overview of approaches explains
deviant behavior of gangs. In fact, there are many
criminological and sociological theories associated with
gang activity. The sociological theories fall under the
umbrella of the theory of deviance. The sociological theory
of deviance includes anomie, differential association,
social control theory, and labeling theory, among others.
Gangs are the typical example of deviant behavior.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PCstgng.doc
Understanding
Deviance From an Anthropological Perspective
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me this paper ]
A 4 page analysis of the book Deviance: Anthropological
Perspectives, Freilich, M.; Raybeck D.; Savishinsky, J.,
editors. The writer argues that this field of investigation
has been greatly aided by the introduction of an
anthropological point of view to what had previously been a
field dominated by a sociological perspective. The nature of
deviance is discussed within the context of various
cultures. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Devianth.wps
China
& Japan/Confucianism
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that examines the ways in which
Confucianism affected the way that Chinese and Japanese
culture developed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: 90confu.wps
The
Cherokee / Family Characteristics, Organization, and Values
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me this paper ]
A 6 page look at family structure and values in the
Cherokees. Emphasis is placed on the clan system and on the
family relationships imposed by that system. Bibliography
lists three sources.
Filename: Cherokee.wps
The
Decline Of Traditional Southeastern Dance Among The Cherokee
and Creek
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me this paper ]
A 6 page review of the current status of dance among some
groups of Southeastern Native Americans. Analyzes the shift
in concentration from traditional dances such as the stomp
dance to the modern day Pow Wow style dance among the
Cherokee and the Creek. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Stompdnc.wps
Tantric
Tribes and Tantrism
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me this paper ]
A 7 page research paper in which the writer provides an
overview of the tantric tribes of India and the impacts of
tantrism on Buddhism and Hinduism. Bibliography lists 6
sources.
Filename: Tantrist.wps
Play
and Leisure Among Slave Children in the United States
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me this paper ]
A 5 page overview of the concepts of play and recreation and
how they related to black children during slavery.
Emphasizes that play was shaped by the environment and that
while black children may have not had much leisure time they
assuredly engaged in a diversity of play and leisure
activities. These activities could have been as diverse as
learning to read, as Frederick Douglass related in his now
infamous narratives, to learning complex and often
meaningful circular song games. Bibliography lists 10
sources.
Filename: PPslaveC.wps
Science,
The Bell Curve, & Racism
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me this paper ]
A 14 page paper that presents the theory that science has
been readily utilized as a means for promoting racism. This
paper considers the impact of scientific findings in regards
to ethnicity and the impact that these have on racism,
especially in the United States. The Bell Curve is one
example of recent racially-based scientific findings that
have been challenged because of their jaded methodology.
Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Science.wps
Physical
Descriptions Of Biblical Patriarchs / Influence Of Ancient
Art
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me this paper ]
A 6 page paper that compares the Biblical descriptions of
some of its major patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac, etc;) with the
archaeological findings of the time, to support their
descriptions. The writer attempts to show that
archaeological findings, including art and sculpture, deny
some of the representations in the Bible, including the
advanced age of many of the patriarchs in Genesis, and the
racial hereditary basis for characters like Esau.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Patriar.wps
The
Amish
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me this paper ]
A 12 page overview of the Amish, their culture and the
factors which are changing that culture. Gives a brief
historical account of the Amish and provides considerable
information regarding the effects of their increased
interaction with non-Amish and the factors which have caused
that increase. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Amishcul.wps
The
Amish People
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me this paper ]
6 pages in length. This group is examined in terms of
lifestyle, dress, use of technology and relationship to the
larger society. Disputes with the United States government
are highlighted in the areas of dress, education and
military duty. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Amish.doc
Looking
At The Past For Answers To The Future / The Culture Of
Ancient Rome
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me this paper ]
This 10 page paper examines social problems of today in
comparison with those of Ancient Rome's. An historical
overview is first provided that concentrates on the rule of
Julius Caesar. Facts about Ancient Rome are gleaned from a
variety of sources, inclusive of the art work the ancient
world is famous for. An intense examination of this early
culture concludes that they study of the ancient world is
relevant to us today. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Ancrome.wps
"Argonauts
of the Western Pacific" and "The Nuer": A
Discussion of the Two Classic Anthropological Texts by
Malinowski and Evans-Pritchard
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me this paper ]
A 5 page comparison of two classic anthropological accounts
and the differences in their ethnographic styles. Outlines
the contents of each account, detailing economics and
non-utilitarian and ceremonial aspects of each group, and
compares and contrasts the ethnographic methods used to
record those accounts. Concludes that Malinowski's constant
interruptions of his narration of Trobiand life to insert
his ethnographic perspective illustrate the fact that
narrative and ethnography are not necessarily incompatible.
Malinowski in fact became a stylistic guide for subsequent
anthropological works as a new-style ethnographic science.
Suggests that Evans-Pritchard recorded his account in a
manner which did not really differ substantially from
Malinowski but in a manner which he saw no reason to
justify, perhaps using Malinowski's earlier ventures into
new-style ethnographic science as a guideline for his own.
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPtrobia.wps
"Contested
Lives"—Debate on Abortion
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me this paper ]
A 5 page analysis of the principle points from Faye D.
Ginsburg's study of abortion debate, Contested Lives.
Ginsburg approaches this debate from an anthropological
standpoint that examines the ideologies that motivate each
group of activists in one town, Fargo, North Dakota. No
additional sources cited.
Filename: 00gincon.wps
'Economics'
In The New Guinea Highland
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me this paper ]
This 7 page research paper examines the tribal societies of
the Highlanders of New Guinea as written about by
ethnographer David M. Hayano in The Road Through the Rain
Forest: Living Anthropology In Highland Papua New Guinea
(1990). Specifically discussed are the concept of economics,
distribution of labor and services, and wages. Bibliography
lists 3 sources.
Filename: Highland.wps
A
Critical Analysis: 'Growing Up In New Guinea' By Margaret
Mead
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper on the book 'Growing Up in New
Guinea,' by Margaret Mead. This paper offers a critical
analysis of Mead's study of child development and overall
society of the Manus people living on the Admiralty Islands
located in the Western Pacific Ocean. A critique is
presented focusing on the research methods and design of
Mead's study done during 1928-1929. Bibliography lists 1
source.
Filename: Growup2.wps
A
Music Ethnography Of the Bluegrass Group 'Intermountain
Acoustics'
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper discussing a group of five musicians who
form 'Intermountain Acoustics,' a bluegrass group. Consists
of notes and observations.
Filename: Blueg.wps
A
Qualitative Analysis of the Social Environment at a
McDonald's
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. The writer analytically discusses the
social environment and atmosphere in a typical Mc Donald's
fast food restaurant. Qualitative research on social
environments is included as well. Bibliography lists 1
source.
Filename: Qualanal.wps
A
Social History Of The Deaf
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me this paper ]
This 5 page paper provides an overview of deaf culture. The
history of how the deaf have been educated in the U.S. is
explored. The controversy over inclusion is discussed.
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Deafhist.wps
African
Marriage Customs
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that explores different customs in
practice. Lobola, bridewealth and customary laws are
discussed and specific examples given from the Turkana
people. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Afrmcust.wps
Altruism
& Proving The Theory of Kin Selection
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me this paper ]
A 4 page analytical examination of animal / insect altruism
and the theory of kin selection first presented in the
1960's by Dr. W. Hamilton. The writer evidences the validity
of kin selection through a discussion of honeybees,
spadefoot tadpoles, etc; Good case examples are provided and
excellent biological reference is included. Bibliography
lists 5 sources.
Filename: Kinselec.wps
America
Is No Longer A Melting Pot
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. It has long been said that the United
States of America is a vast melting pot of various races,
religions and heritages that make it one of the most
culturally diverse populations in all the world. This
blending of such culture has been credited with bringing
societies closer together and allowing people to understand
and accept other lifestyles other than their own. The writer
discusses why this is no longer true; that while America may
still house the greatest variety of peoples, it is no longer
an educational or cultural melting pot. No additional
sources cited.
Filename: Meltpot3.wps
Ancient
Cyprus
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of the ancient
civilization and culture of the island of Cyprus.
Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Acyprus.wps
Archaeotourism
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me this paper ]
A 12 page overview of archaeotourism, its effects on
indigenous populations and archaeologically important sites.
Compares archaeotourism to ecotourism and points out its
benefits as well as its downfalls. Bibliography lists 12
sources.
Filename: Archtour.wps
Bell
Curve
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me this paper ]
In 5 pages "This author proposes to discuss, in a
critical evaluation, how Richard Herrnstein and Charles
Murray, the authors of "The Bell Curve: Intelligence
and Class Structure in American Life", construct their
arguments, and how they use claim, facts, opinions, etc.,
while concentrating on how the authors use language,
reasoning, etc. to build there case and then ultimately
concentrating on how they contradict one another."
Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Bellcurv.wps
Biology
& Behavior / Nature vs. Nurture
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me this paper ]
9 pages on biologically determined behaviors and the nature
vs. nurture controversy. Writer finds that many of our more
common behaviors do indeed find their roots in biology.
Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Biolbeha.wps
Bipedal
Locomotion In Australopithecus Afarensis / A Study of Lucy
and Lovejoy
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper that provides an overview of the theories
surrounding bipedalism and the benefits for Australopithecus
afarensis, the ancestral hominids of the African savanna.
This paper looks at the perspectives of Edey, Johanson,
Lovejoy and a number of other major anthropologists.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Lucy.rtf
Brazilian
Culture / The Carnival At Rio DeJaneiro
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper focusing on the current day
celebration and activities associated with this celebrated
festivity in Brazil. Various rituals and traditions are
highlighted throughout the discussion. A brief overview of
the origin of carnivals is included as well. Bibliography
lists 8 sources.
Filename: Carnival.wps
Cannibal
Culture / Addressing The Similarities & Differences Of
Culture
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me this paper ]
A 12 page paper that provides an analysis of the issues that
differentiate culture and also demonstrate similarities.
This paper is based primarily on the work of Deborah Root,
but also focuses on other anthropological perspectives on
the progression of cultural norms. Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: Cannroot.wps
Cannibalism:
Ancient Cultural Rituals, Acts of Desperation, and Acts of
Psychological Deviancy
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me this paper ]
An 8 page discussion of the societal considerations of
cannibalism. Approaches cannibalism first from the
ritualistic perspective of ancient cultures which in many
case see the act as preserving the connection between living
and dead and the passing of the attributes of the dead to
the living. The author then approaches the topic of
cannibalism from the perspective of those who must resort to
cannibalism in order to survive catastrophic events.
Provides examples of the 1992 air crash in the Andes and the
Donner Party in the winter of 1846-1847 in which the
survivors ate the flesh of those that died in order to live
themselves. Concludes with an example of the psychological
deviancy of cannibalism in such cases as that of serial
killer Jeffrey Dahmer who was convicted of killing and
eating portions of the bodies of seventeen of his victims.
Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPcannib.wps
Caribbean
Islands and Islands of the Indian Ocean
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper comparing these two areas. The writer
describes and compares the culture, environment and society
of each. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Caribisl.wps
Carlo
Ginzburg/ A Sixteenth Century Life
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me this paper ]
A 7 page analysis of Carlo Ginzburg's book The Cheese and
the Worms: the cosmos of a sixteenth-century miller. In this
book, Ginzburg utilizes sixteenth century records from the
Inquisition to recreate the mental world of an Italian
miller. This work has helped to create a new historical
genre—"micro-history"—which is an attempt to
study historical themes through small, but revealing,
individual episodes. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99ch&wms.wps
Carol
Stack's 'Call To Home' As An Ethnography -- Blacks Return To
The South
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper examining anthropologist Carol Stack's study
of the phenomenon of blacks who fled the rural South for
Northern cities, but now are moving back. The paper assesses
the question of whether Stack's book constitutes a true
ethnography, and concludes that it does. No additional
sources cited.
Filename: Stack.wps
Centrifugal
and Centripetal Forces and Culture
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper that discusses how geographer Hartshorne's
centrifugal and centripetal theories apply to the world
today. Countries/ethnic groups visited in the discussion
include: Canada, Europe, and Asia. The cultural
ramifications discussed include: economic, geographic
religious and political. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Centrigv.wps
Chicano
Culture in Contemporary Literature
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper discussing contemporary Chicano literature as
reflected in works by Anaya, Galarza, Rivera, and Hinojosa.
The paper argues that current Chicanos are becoming
increasingly more proud of their heritage and more
comfortable with their ethnicity, and this shows in their
literature. No sources.
Filename: Chicano.wps
Chinese
Family Systems
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper on Chinese families, comparing contemporary
situations with traditional. The writer details Chinese
wedding customs, gender power, patriarchy and the
traditional family structure juxtaposed in modern life.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Chinafam.wps
Collecting
& Looting Antiquities
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. Temptation is a strong undercurrent for
treasure hunters who seek to unearth the secrets of the
past. Antiquities collecting may be a hobby or some but for
most it is a prime opportunity to make money off precious
historical artifacts. The constant looting at archeological
sites has placed a huge burden upon officials who are trying
desperately to preserve these keys to the ancient world. The
writer addresses the problem of looting and relic hunting,
paying particular attention to the scientific aspect.
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Looting.wps
Comparing
American & Polish Culture
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper briefly exploring the American and
Polish cultures. The emphases in the essay include:
religion, family, children and teenagers. There are far more
similarities between the two cultures than one would expect
given their respective political backgrounds. Extensive
bibliography is included.
Filename: Amerpoli.wps
Comparing
Two Coins / Symbology Of Culture
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me this paper ]
A 5 page analysis of the symbolic content, similarities and
differences, of a coin issued by Lysimachus and a U.S.
Kennedy half dollar. No bibliography.
Filename: Coincult.wps
Complaint
and Response
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper which addresses a student's assignment
regarding writing a letter of complaint to a company whose
product did not arrive in its entirety and was broken, and
regarding the writing of a letter which would be the
response from the company. The most important aspect of the
instructor's directions apply to the use of the 'you'
context within the letters. By correctly addressing this
context, many of the other issues such as grammar, purpose,
and clarity, will become much more clear and easily
achieved. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAjiffy.wps
Creoles
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me this paper ]
A 3 page paper on the Creole population. Among issues
discussed are who are Creoles and who are Cajun, and when
and where did they come from.
Filename: Creole.doc
Culinary
World as Status Symbol
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me this paper ]
A 4 page paper on how restaurants around the world and
through time have stood as status symbols for social
interactions and interpersonal identity. Particularly
addressed are celeb restaurants which provide their patrons
with a various set of identities related to social status.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Culicult.doc
Cultural
Anthropology / Religion & Art
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper on how art and religion have been blended
throughout known history and how this applies to cultural
anthropology. The paper discusses how religion and art are
means of expressing cultural beliefs, means of teaching
societal norms, and means of progressing society. The writer
argues that cultural variation/progression impacts the
evolutionary scheme as imperatively as biological variation.
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Cultant.wps
Cultural
Change Among 'Primitive' Cultures
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me this paper ]
A 7 page overview of cultural change as evidenced among
those cultures which are defined as 'primitive' as a result
of interaction with other cultures. Provides a definition of
'culture' and of the term 'primitive.' The writer uses
specific examples from the Americas. Bibliography lists 5
sources.
Filename: Primciv.wps
Cultural
Differences / Seeing the World Through the Eyes of Others
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me this paper ]
A 5 page examination of the experiences one typically
encounters when entering a different culture. Discusses
problems such as the language barrier, food differences,
dress, etc. Includes a humorous example of differences one
can experience even within a small geographic area.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Cultdiff.wps
Culture
Shock
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. The writer is sent on a hypothetical
excursion to a motorcycle rally where she is confronted with
a massive dose of culture shock. Various methods are applied
to help her overcome her discomfort with being in a strange
and unfamiliar cultural environment. By the end, the writer
determines that even though cultures may differ, there is
enough room for everyone to be accepted. Bibliography lists
3 sources.
Filename: CltrShck.wps
de
la Barca's "Life in Mexico" # 2
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper based on an analysis of FrancesCalderon de la
Barca's Life in Mexico (early 19th century). The writer
applies what is learned in the book to cover the life of a
hypothetical Mexican criollo (Creole) during this time
period. Full citation for the primary source is available.
Filename: Mexico2.wps
de
la Barca's Life in Mexico
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper on this book. The writer details aspects of
Mexican life in the 19th century, such as clothing styles,
households, religion, food, and differences in the social
classes.
Filename: Mexico.wps
Determining
Yuppie Cuisine
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me this paper ]
A 4 page paper that addresses the diversity of yuppie tastes
in the culinary scene and describes why it is impossible to
define a cuisine for yuppies, except that it includes
everything. The paper posits that this is true because
yuppies are investigative and supportive of diverse
cultures. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Yuppies.doc
Documentary
- "Cannibal Tours" (1987) Analyzed
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me this paper ]
This 2 page research paper analyzes the documentary film,
Cannibal Tours (1987), based upon the cultural exchange
between a group of German tourists and the natives living
along the Sepik River of Papua, New Guinea. Specifically
discussed are how director Dennis O'Rourke makes effective
use of humor and irony in recounting the ethnographic tale.
No bibliography.
Filename: Cannibal.wps
Documentary
- "Dead Birds" (1964) Analyzed
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me this paper ]
This 2 page paper examines the 1964 ethnographic film,
"Dead Birds," which features the primitive Dani
tribe of Western New Guinea and its relevance in the study
of cultural anthropology. No bibliography.
Filename: Deadbird.wps
Documentary
- "The Kawelka: Ongka's Big Moka" (1976) Analyzed
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me this paper ]
This 2 page paper examines the Kawelka tribal people of
Papua, New Guinea in terms of their gift giving ritual
featured in the 1976 film, The Kawelka: Ongka's Big Moka.
Specifically discussed is what civilized man can learn by
observing a supposedly uncivilized culture. No bibliography.
Filename: Bigmoka.wps
Donald
S. Pitkin’s “The House Giacomo Built: History of an
Italian Family, 1878-1978"
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me this paper ]
This 5 page report discusses Pitkin’s 1985 book, “The
House that Giacomo Built.” While the book often has the
flavor of a historical novel or a classic story of a family
“epic,” “The House that Giacomo Built” also serve as
something of an object lesson regarding the determination of
one working-class Italian family to achieve its goal of
stability and family unity over the course of a century. It
also presents a setting that is a startling contrast to
typical family life in the United States. No secondary
sources.
Filename: BWpitkin.wps
Educational
Attitudes Of Caribbean Blacks / Gender Differences &
Cultural Norms
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me this paper ]
A 20 page paper that provides an overview of the attitudes
of Caribbean (non-Hispanic) blacks and considers the
implications for educational planning. Bibliography lists 20
sources.
Filename: Educar.doc
Effects
of Having a Deaf Sibling
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me this paper ]
A 15 page research paper that examines how having a sibling
who has a disability affects the psychological and emotional
development of normally developing siblings. The writer
particularly focuses on how having a hearing impaired
brother or sister impacts a family, and this includes a
brief summary of the controversy over how best to educate a
hearing impaired or deaf sibling, which includes the
advantages and disadvantages of such things as cochlear
implants, English language instruction, and the use of
American Sign Language (ASL). Bibliography lists 18 sources.
Filename: 99sibs.wps
Eskimo
Essays
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me this paper ]
A 10 page paper discussing Fineup-Riordin's book from an
ethnographic standpoint. Discusses the Yup'ik Eskimos from
the various facets of their lifestyles: religious,
mythological, and warring. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: nvitro.wps
Estimating
the Life Expectancy of A Community's Citizens
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me this paper ]
7 pages in length. In this study, the writer analyzes death
records of a specific town and hypothesizes that the next
150 years will bring about a continued decrease in infant
and child mortality as well as an augmentation in the number
of years that people will live. A study of area tombstones
is conducted and data is collected to determine common ages
at which people have died over a period of about 150 years.
A number of possible discrepancies are taken into account
and conclusions are made with the help of supporting library
research. Several illustrative charts are included.
Bibliography lists 5 supporting sources.
Filename: Lifeexpy.wps
Evolution
of the Races: The Value of Mitochondrial DNA Research
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me this paper ]
A 15 page overview of the application of mitochondrial DNA
research to tracing the relative ages and interrelationships
of the contemporary races of human beings. Distinguishes
between mitochondrial and nuclear DNA. Suggests that while
mitochondrial DNA is particularly suited to this type of
investigation it should be remembered that it is a
newly-emerged technology which should be checked and
cross-checked with other information such as the fossil
record and oral tradition. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPdnaRac.wps
Experiences
Of Czech Immigrants In The U.S.
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper discussing the experiences of Czech Republic
immigrants in the United States. The writer examines the
'push and pull' factors that resulted in their immigration
and a number of the socio-economic factors that made them
leave their homeland. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Czech.doc
Fabulous
Flapper Fashions Of The 'Roaring Twenties'
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper discussing the fashions of the 'Roaring
'20s.' A brief outline of the various styles is provided as
well as speculation as to how the fashions served as
reflections of the decade. The freedom of the styles was a
reflection of the freedom of the age. Bibliography lists
five sources.
Filename: Flapper.doc
Fashion
During the 1950's
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. A well-written essay in which the writer
demonstrates how popular fashions of the 1950's reflected
the sociocultural mood of that particular era. It is posited
that fashions are always representative of the mindstate of
the people who live in the era during which they are
popular. T-shirts, boots, jeans, and black leather jackets
are among the many examples provided of fashion during the
fifties. Bibliography lists 7 comprehensive sources.
Filename: Fashn50s.wps
Food
Fusion / Comparison Of Common Cuisine Across Two Cultures
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me this paper ]
Vietnamese and Turkish cuisine is discussed in the context
of food fusion, a term used to describe the trend of
combining foods from more than one culture. Bibliography
lists 11 sources in this 15 page paper.
Filename: Vietturk.wps
Gary
Althen's 'American Ways'
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper that provides an overview of Gary Althen's
book American Ways. This paper demonstrates the way in which
Althen's cultural perspective on white, middle-class America
can be an important sociological tool for people from other
countries. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Amerways.wps
Gender
and Self-Esteem
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper on the topic of gender roles and self-esteem.
The writer describes how society's expectations has
influenced adolescents' perception of themselves.
Filename: Genderes.wps
Gender
Roles and American Popular Culture
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me this paper ]
A 5 page essay on culture and gender roles. The writer
details how education, popular culture, and advertising both
reflect and create gender roles. Bibliography lists 4
sources.
Filename: Genderol.wps
German
Immigration
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper into how German immigration affected
every aspect of American life contributing such varied
things as ideas which influenced U.S. universities, the
first kindergartens, the Linotype machine, and lager beer.
The writer's gives an overview of German immigration that
shows how it started during the colonial period and peaked
in the early 20th-century. Bibliography includes 5 sources.
Filename: Germimm.wps
Graveyards/
Design & Practice From Past To Present
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me this paper ]
A 14 page review of the changes in cemetery design and
burial practices from ancient times to the present.
Concludes that numerous factors such as land use patterns,
religion, and societal status influence these designs.
Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: GraveYrd.wps
Greek
Island Culture -- Jill Dubisch's 'In a Different Place'
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me this paper ]
A 6 page paper discussing Dr. Jill Dubisch's book 'In a
Different Place: Pilgrimage, Gender, and Politics at a Greek
Island Shrine' about a modern pilgrimage to Tinos -- an
island in the Greek cyclades. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Dubisch.doc
Greek
Polis: Archeology
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me this paper ]
11 pages in length. Greek polis, also known as city-state,
was instrumental in establishing a sense of existence and
purpose for myriad societies that followed. When assessing
this importance, it is important for the student to take
into consideration the influence of archeological aspects in
order to fully appreciate the magnitude of such historical
contribution. Archeology has played an integral role in
determining the essence of the Greek polis, such as what it
represented to the inhabitants, how the city-state survived
amidst various challenges and struggles, as well as
ascertains many social and cultural components. The writer
discusses how the ancient relics, artifacts, structures and
architecture play an integral role in determining not only
how the Greek polis functioned but also how it served as an
consequential reference to the historical timeline.
Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLCpolis.wps
Growing
Up as an Italian American
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me this paper ]
A 10 page paper that examines the history and the ethnic
conditions of an Italian family here in the United States.
The family under examination is a family that originated in
Italy within the past few generations, and have only become
American citizens during this century. The paper focuses
predominantly upon one man who was born shortly before WWII.
Through an examination of this man the history of his
Italian heritage is seen, as well as the decline of that
cultural aspect as all previous generations begin to die
off, leaving the man caught in the middle between an Italian
and an American life. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAitalian.wps
Growing
Up Bilingual
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me this paper ]
A 6 page analysis of this book by Ana Celia Zentella, which
details the author's 14-year study of five bilingual girls
growing up on a single block of New York's "El
Barrio," the nation's longest settled Puerto Rican
neighborhood. The writer gives an overall view of the book
and concludes that it should be read by everyone who might
vote on issues concerning bilingualism in the public school
system. Zentella dispels many misconceptions that surround
this issue and argues persuasively in favor of bilingualism.
The writer also argues that Zentella's book can be used to
gain added knowledge in how language is acquired and used.
Refers to the source. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Growbil.wps
Homo
Erectus
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper on Homo Erectus -- an early
evolutionary version of human originally believed to have
started in Africa, and now in Asia. Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: Homoerec.wps
Ice
Cream / Cultural Symbol and Example of Good Business
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me this paper ]
A 6 page research paper in which the writer examines the
phenomena of America's love for ice cream as well as some of
the inner-working of companies such as Ben & Jerry's and
the efforts that these mega-enterprises have made to ensure
quality human resources and low turnover. Bibliography lists
approximately 4 sources.
Filename: Icecream.wps
Indigenous
Cultures of Venezuela
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. Discussion of the Yamamao and Pemon
tribes inhabiting the rain forests. Their culture, marriage
patterns and the problems they are facing with the
destruction of the rain forests are all covered in this
interesting paper concerning these ancient and primitive
peoples. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: JGAyanom.wps
Indigenous
Cultures of Venezuela
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me this paper ]
7 pages in length. Discussion of the Yamamao and Pemon
tribes inhabiting the rain forests. Their culture, marriage
patterns and the problems they are facing with the
destruction of the rain forests are all covered in this
interesting paper concerning these ancient and primitive
peoples. Also includes discussion on recent attempts to
civilize these people. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: JGAyacul.wps
Indo-Americans
Propose Melting Pot Resolution
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me this paper ]
A 7 page piece that discusses two issues confronting
Indo-Americans (Americans from India) today--discrimination
and cultural identity. The paper provides an historical
perspective on how diversity within the Indian community was
created and what that means to the Indo-American community.
In response to the identity crisis, the paper posits the
call of some Indo-American leaders for the true formation of
an American melting pot rather than strict ethnocism.
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Indoamer.wps
Interview
With an Old Woman in New York
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me this paper ]
This 10 page paper provides a fictitious interview with a 75
year old woman who grew up in New York during the twenties.
Her personal history relates to historical events in the
city including the Triangle Factory fire and the Great
Depression. The paper spans close to a century as the writer
reflects on the interview conducted in 1979. No additional
sources cited.
Filename: Nylady.wps
Into
the Heart / A Book Review
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me this paper ]
A 3 page analytical reaction to Kenneth Good's book entitled
"Into the Heart." The text is about Good's voyage
to Venezuela where he studied the ways of the Yanomama
tribe;-- a Stone Age group known as the "fierce
people" whose customs are nothing short of surprising.
No Bibliography.
Filename: Intohart.wps
Italian
- Americans In The United States
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me this paper ]
This 11 page report examines many aspects of Italian
immigration. Health, occupation and other issues are
explored, including a look at Italian neighborhoods in the
New York area. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Italamer.wps
Ivory
Coast Women
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper investigating women who live in the
Ivory Coast. Examples of women entrepreneurs are offered as
well as a discussion about other women who are operating
home-type businesses. Bibliography includes four references.
Filename: Ivoryc.wps
Jamaican
Culture In London
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me this paper ]
This 40 page paper looks at the Jamaican community living in
london and examines the influence that they have had on the
wider community and the way in which that community has
effected them. Issues such as the language, racism,
schooling, housing, politics, religion and the arts are all
discussed with their influence being assessed in both
directions. Examples and cases are cited to demonstrate the
influences. The paper includes two graphs and cites 19
sources.
Filename: TEjamaca.wps
Japan
& China/Fine Arts
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that examines the area of
commonality between Japan and China. Due to the influx of
Chinese culture into Japan in the fifth and sixth centuries,
these two ancient cultures share quite a few characteristics
in common. However, even though the Japanese borrowed quite
a bit culturally from the Chinese, it is characteristic of
this people that whatever they appropriate, they transmute
into something new and truly Japanese in its conception.
Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: 90jpart.wps
Japanese
Vs. American Development of Self-Concept
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me this paper ]
A 15 page paper on the factors that make up self-concept in
each country. The writer describes how the mythology,
religion, social setting, child-rearing and concepts of
success define who people are in each culture. Bibliography
lists 7 sources.
Filename: Japanv.wps
Jared
Diamond/"Guns, Germs and Steel"
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me this paper ]
A 5 page analysis of "Guns, Germs and Steel" by
evolutionary biologist Jared Diamond, who argues that the
European dominance of the history of Western civilization
was due to advantages in the natural environment that
emerged in prehistory and gave Eurasia a "head
start." No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99ggsetc.wps
Jewish
Reform Movement -- Ethics Movement
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me this paper ]
A 10 page paper on the Reform Jewish Movement that discusses
immigration to the United States, and the background behind
that immigration, including population statistics,
contributions of the Reform Movement to American society in
general and to its own membership--concentration on civil
and human rights issues. It also discusses the Reform
Movement's involvement in the creation of a world Jewry.
Bibliography includes 10 sources.
Filename: Reformje.wps
Jim
McGuigan's Culture & The Public Sphere
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me this paper ]
A 12 page paper that provides an overview of McGuigan's work
and then also considers the implications of his work through
a critique in terms of its application. Bibliography lists
no additional sources.
Filename: Mcguigan.wps
John
Beecham's Ashantee and the Gold Coast
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me this paper ]
A 10 page research paper which examines an 1841
anthropological study of the Ashantee tribe of West Africa.
The writer particularly addresses those instances in the
book where the author's personal agenda and cultural bias
may have affected his perceptions of this African culture.
Quotations from the source.
Filename: Jbeechman.wps
Kenya's
Kikuyu
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper discussing Kenya's largest indigenous tribal
group. The Kikuyu are not particularly well educated, but
their lack of education must not be confused with lack of
ability. These people are warm and generous, and they expect
others to be in return. As the operators and students of the
US school have learned, the Kikuyu will make some allowances
for visitors' ignorance of their ways, but they expect
respect for their society. Includes an outline, bibliography
lists 15 sources.
Filename: KSKikuyu.wps
Kuba
Masks: Background and Description of the Nigerian Masks
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me this paper ]
A 5 page overview of the Kuba masks produced by the Kuba
people of Zaire. Outlines the societal function of the masks
and provides a detailed description of the construction of
two of these masks, the mboom and the moshambwooy or
elephant masks. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPkubaMs.wps
Margaret
Mead
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me this paper ]
A 6 page overview of Margaret Mead. The paper includes a
brief biography then focuses on the controversy about her
work initiated by Freeman's book about her. Freeman made
numerous allegations, all of which were intended to discount
Mead's work in Samoa and conclusions about that culture.
Some of the allegations are discussed with the reactions
from other anthropologists. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGmead.wps
Men,
Women, & Differences in Non-Verbal Communication
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me this paper ]
In this 2 page essay, the writer observes differences
between men and women in non-verbal communication patterns
& habits.. Among other things, it is concluded that men
are generally more expressive with their hands than their
female counterparts ! No Bibliography.
Filename: Menwomen.wps
Mexican
- Americans & Nutritional Adaptation
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper discussing the nutrition problems and
adaptation in the American life. Also looks at the
living/eating habits and the general problem they have
adapting to American life. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Mexia2.wps
Modern
Greek Culture
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me this paper ]
A 10 page research paper on the culture of modern Greece.
The writer explores the gender roles, ethnicity, language,
and religion, and other important influences in modern Greek
society. Specific examples of Greek ritual and tradition are
provided. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Mdrngrk.wps
Modern
Society / Desensitized to Natural Beauties
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me this paper ]
6 pages in length. A comprehensive look at the theories of
Walker Percy -- who asserts that we, as a society, are
desensitized so much by the media that naturally-aesthetic
scenery & images cannot possibly seem as beautiful to us
as they should. For example, we have already seen and heard
so much about the Grand Canyon that going there for the
first time would not necessarily be the same awe-inspiring
experience for us that it was for people hundreds of years
ago. Bibliography is unavailable.
Filename: Percy.wps
Multicultural
Identities In American Society
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me this paper ]
A 4 page paper discussing the means used by various ethnic
leaders to adapt to American society and culture.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Multicu23.wps
Native
American Mortuary Practices & Their Association with
Culture
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me this paper ]
A 30 page overview of the various mortuary practices and
grave goods often associated with Native American burials
and the ability to determine an individual's culture and the
societal organization of those who participated in the
burial based on these practices and goods. Contrasts the
burial practices of the Mandan and Sioux and provides
information about the issue of repatriation and the
importance of being able to demonstrate culture on the basis
of burial information. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: Nbury.wps
New
Orleans / Cultural Gumbo!
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me this paper ]
This 7 page research paper discusses the cultural diversity
of New Orleans and how this diversity works to create a
unique and exciting city so many years after it was first
regarded as a haven rich with culture. Sociological factors
and some historical discussions are integrated with present
day attributes of the city. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Neworlea.wps
Non-Verbal
Communications / A Definitive Overview
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me this paper ]
An 8 page research paper in which the writer explains the
concept of non-verbal communications as it exists with
respect to class and culture. Hand gestures, body
English," facial expressions, and more -- are among the
many forms of non-verbal communication explored.
Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Nonverb2.wps
Non-Verbal
Environments & Business-Related Productivity
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me this paper ]
An in-depth, 20 page look at non-verbal environments and
their impact upon us. The writer specifically examines how
background & foregrounds, windowless environments,
weather, odors, etc; can either positively or negatively
impact productivity in the business world. Bibliography
lists approximately 20 scholarly sources.
Filename: Nonverb3.wps
North
American Hutterites
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper discussing ways that the Hutterites keep
modern society at bay yet use the best of that society as
well. Material things are neither good nor bad in the
Hutterite perspective - it is individual reaction to them
that ultimately dictate their importance. Of all
similarly-structured religious groups, the Hutterites likely
represent that most able to adapt to technological change
without allowing that technological change to adversely
affect their culture. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: KSHutterites.wps
Nurture
Versus Nature
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me this paper ]
This 5 page report discusses 'nurture vs. nature'
controversy in human development. This writer supports the
idea that nature and genetic determinism plays a far greater
role in human development that science is even aware of
today and which will prove to be essential in the
development of future abilities and methods of nurturing.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Natuvnurt.wps
Observations
In Cultural Anthropology
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me this paper ]
An excellent 6 page essay for those studying anthropology or
certain areas of sociology. Author illustratively describes
pertinent observations made about people in a Brooklyn, NYC
pizzeria and the surrounding events that transpired. Several
quotes are used from observed conversations. No
bibliography.
Filename: Anthr.wps
Oliver
Sacks' 'Seeing Voices: A Journey Into The World Of The Deaf'
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me this paper ]
2 pages in length. The writer offers a brief overview of
Oliver Sacks' book about how the deaf community has overcome
inherent obstacles to finally be accepted as part of
society. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Seevoice.wps
Pacific
Islands: Environment and Culture
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me this paper ]
A 6 page discussion of the Pacific Islands. Notes the
diversity of the region and ties in culture with geography.
Details environment, climate and food stuffs. Bibliography
lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPpacIsl.wps
Page's
'The Brazilians' vs. Greenberg's 'Blood Ties: Life &
Violence In Rural Mexico'
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me this paper ]
These two works are compared and contrasted in a 4 page
critical analysis. The writer emphasizes how violence in
each society is portrayed. No other sources used.
Filename: Brazil.Doc
Paint
and symbols
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me this paper ]
(5pp)Most indigenous peoples have a similar symbology which
gives them a framework for their own personal movement in
the Universe. Their life is related to the seasons, their
brothers - the four legged, and the natural elements of
earth, fire wind and water. It is natural that the
expression of these constants vary since they are a
reflection of the geographic world around them. In this
discussion we will look for similarities of two
geographically diverse groups, the Mimbres and the Sioux.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBmemsu.doc
Philippine
Cultural Diversity
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me this paper ]
The people and culture of the Philippines have a long and
exceptional history. This 10 page paper argues against the
idea that the Filipino culture is 'imitative' and is,
rather, extremely rich as well as varied and unique.
Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KTfilips.wps
Poverty
& Intelligence
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me this paper ]
This 8 page paper addresses the concept of poverty from the
view of Charles Murray, one of the authors of the
controversial The Bell Curve. Intelligence is related to
social problems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Povint.wps
Poverty
in America
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me this paper ]
This 25 page report discusses poverty in America and its
impact on quite nearly every problem in America - crime,
drug abuse, teen pregnancy, AIDS, spouse abuse,
malnutrition, school drop-out rates and more. Since the
1960s and 1970s, policymakers have fiercely debated the
appropriate role of government in providing solutions to
these problems. Treating only the symptoms of poverty is
costly, and trying to eliminate poverty by isolating the
poor sacrifices the approach proven to be most effective:
integration into mainstream society. This report examines
some of the most significant impacts of poverty in modern
America. Bibliography lists 22 sources.
Filename: BWpov.rtf
Pre
- 1500 Asia / Cultural Change
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me this paper ]
A 6 page paper discussing the definition of culture and the
factors which interacted to result in cultural change in
relation to pre 1500 Asia and its interface with the
European world. No bibliography.
Filename: Pre1500.wps
Professional
Sports / Japan vs. the United States
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me this paper ]
A 5 page essay comparing the professional sports of Japan
and the United States. Though almost every Japanese citizen
follows their traditional sport of sumo wrestling, the
growth of baseball in popularity and following in recent
years has led even the Japanese to refer to it as the
national sport. Nearly a mirror image of its American
counterpart in administrative structure, it has allowed
Japan to add another, unexpected, export: professional
baseball players to U.S. teams. Bibliography lists 5
sources.
Filename: Prosport.wps
Puerto
Rican Migration & The Quest For Social Equality
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me this paper ]
Beginning with a history of reasons Puerto Ricans came to
the mainland, this 15 page research paper delves into the
psychology of today's new migrant and the need for
empathetic social service programs. It is argued that Puerto
Ricans can best be serviced by those who are of their own
culture, or at least -- of their Latin-America background as
it is difficult for anyone else to earn necessary trust.
Suggestions and specific cultural examples are provided
throughout. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Puetomi2.wps
Puerto
Rican Migration / Push & Pull Factors
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me this paper ]
A 14 page examination of reasons why Puerto Ricans have
flocked to the mainland U.S.A. since Puerto Rico became a
territory. The early struggles endured by Puerto Ricans are
described in considerable detail as are some of the system's
failures in trying to advance the Puerto Rican community in
America today. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Puetomig.wps
Puerto
Ricans & The Continuance of Inner-City Dwelling
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me this paper ]
This 9 page research paper looks at the socioeconomic
reasons why Puerto-Ricans first chose their mainland homes
in large U.S. cities like New York and continue to live
there today despite suburban sprawl and the ability to move
elsewhere. Social, cultural, and even psychological reasons
are provided from an historic perspective. Bibliography
lists 7 sources.
Filename: Puetimi3.wps
Puerto
Ricans on the Mainland
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me this paper ]
A 10 page paper focusing on this topic. The writer looks at
the impact on the US of Puerto Rican migration, and examines
how this ethnic group has assimilated into the culture.
Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Pr.wps
Relocating
Bushmen from the Central Kalahari Game Reserve
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send
me this paper ]
This 10 page report discusses the Bushmen or San of the
Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) in Botswana. The CKGR
was created in 1961 with the purpose of “protecting” an
endangered species -- not an animal but the San Bushmen. The
reserve was established to provide a home for the Bushmen in
their ‘natural environment’, the only place they were
able to survive. But in order to develop both tourism and
mining potential, the government of Botswana has been taking
action with the intention of relocating the San to
settlements that sound suspiciously like the
“reservations” of North America’s own indigenous
peoples. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: BWbushmn.wps
Rites
of Passage / Native Americans vs. Today's Americans
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper exploring the rite of passage from
adolescence to adulthood. Three native cultures and their
traditional rituals are compared (Okiek, Okrika, Tukuna)
with one another and then with those of today's modern
teenager in America. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Rite.wps
Ritual
Circumcision/Cultural Significance
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that begins by giving the pertinent
details to an interview with a member of a minority
culture—in this case a Jewish mother—for the purposes of
exploring health concerns connected with cultural
differences. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: 99brismi.wps
Rock
‘n' Roll & 20th Century American Culture
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me this paper ]
A 6 page research paper which examines the relationship
between 20th century culture and rock n' roll particularly
in regards to how it expressed the sense of alienation and
separation of a generation during the sixties. The writer
demonstrates how the political philosophies of such
composers as Bob Dylan were expressed in their music and how
this, in turn, influenced the political environment of that
time. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Musiceff.wps
Rodge's
Lodge
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me this paper ]
A 6 page anthropological study of a family event. This event
is Christmas Eve and although not all of the family attend
this function every year, this particular study concerns
itself with a time when all 15 members of the family are
present. It is a ritual which primarily revolves around the
dominant male figure, 'Ace,' and secondarily, his companion,
'Peg.' It is a loud ritual, which is the case with any
ritual in Rodge's Lodge, and is one filled with love and
companionship. Everyone is allowed to be who they are and
loved because, and in spite, of it. Bibliography lists 4
sources.
Filename: Rodgel.wps
Settlement
Mounds, Tells And Tepes
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me this paper ]
A 7 page overview of the formation of settlement mounds such
as those found in the Mid East and the Americas constructed
by aboriginal inhabitants. Discusses the mechanics of their
structure and the changes which they experience over time.
Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Mounds.wps
Sexual
Behaviors of the Amazon People
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me this paper ]
An in-depth 5 page review of Thomas Gregor's book entitled
"Anxious Pleasures : Sex Lives of an Amazonian People.
Practices, myths, and various aspects are explored in great
detail.
Filename: Amazonsx.wps
Sidney
W. Mintz/Anthropologist
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me this paper ]
A 12 page research paper that analyzes two books by
anthropologist Sidney W. Mintz—Worker in the Cane and
Sweetness and Power. The writer discusses the relationship
between the two works and what they communicate to the
public concerning the opinions of Mintz. No additional
sources cited.
Filename: 00mintz.wps
Sikh
Organization and Policy
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper on the Sikh Organization that discusses how
and why it was formed, how the country has responded to it,
and what its influence is in the world today. Bibliography
lists 8 sources.
Filename: Sikh.wps
Sisseton-Wahpeton
Dakota Indians / Family Tradition & Social Structure
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me this paper ]
A 10 page research paper in which the writer discusses the
family traditions, social practices, and political
organization of this Minnesota/Eastern Dakota tribe.
Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Nativein.wps
Smiling
& Contemporary Society / Issues In Non-Verbal
Communication
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me this paper ]
In this thoughtful 7 page essay, the writer discusses the
meaning of smiling in modern American society and it how it
functions differently for different people as an example of
non-verbal communication. Of particular interest, is the
difference between genders : men are often ridiculed if they
smile "too much" whereas women are expected to
smile constantly. Some cross-cultural comparisons are also
made between perceptions of situational smiling in the
United States and Europe. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Smiling.wps
Social
Anthropology / Observations of Homosexuals
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me this paper ]
A 3 page essay in which the writer reflects upon a one-time
experiment-- purposefully observing the style, dress,
mannerism, and subculture of homosexuals in New York City's
Greenwich Village. Reported on is simply what was seen and
observed.. The writer concludes that we cannot make
assumptions about people based upon their sexuality and that
homosexuals are "people before they are anything
else." No Bibliography.
Filename: Homoobs.wps
Sociology
of Humans & Animals
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me this paper ]
Using 3 relevant sources, this 5 page essay discusses how
similar apes and humans are from a socio-psychological
perspective. Author makes the argument that apes should be
treated just as humanely as ourselves.
Filename: Apebook.wps
Sociology,
Culture, & Learning -- A Theoretical Examination
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me this paper ]
A 5 page essay exploring specific sociological issues:
social factors involved in learning; how social structure
creates social order in a culture; how social structure and
culture have changed over the last 50 years. Theories are
offered in terms of learning as a social act. Social order
is explained. Bibliography is included.
Filename: Socio.wp
Southern
History, Southern Family
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me this paper ]
A 3 page essay on southern family life. The writer discusses
the relevance of family history in the way many southerners
perceive themselves today. Race relations, culture, and
other historical factors all contribute to the importance of
family in this region of the Untied States. Bibliography
lists 3 sources.
Filename: Histsout.wps
Spanish
Immigrants To America
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me this paper ]
8 pages in length. The writer discusses several pertinent
points in relation to Spanish immigration to American: point
of origin, immigration, present population concentration,
physical characteristics, psychological characteristics,
natural skills and abilities, subsequent job recruitment,
role and status definition in the family, socialization of
young, how original language relates to present speech
patterns, aesthetics, religion, traditions and customs,
economics, political participation, nativism, level of
assimilation and current trend of prejudice/discrimination.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCspnim.wps
Spirituality
of Neolithic Man ; The Relevance of the Megaliths
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me this paper ]
This 4 page paper looks at the history of man during the
Neolithic Age. Many scholars have presented the idea that
the megaliths were built as a result of the transition to
farming from a hunter gather society, making it possible for
these megaliths to be built. This paper argues that it may
not have been due this change in life style, but an
increased spirituality which lead to the building of these
monuments combined with better technology, which in turn
lead to the sedentary lifestyle. Comparisons are also made
with the current practise of Ancestor worship in some parts
of the world. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEneolit.wps
Suicide
And The Native American
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me this paper ]
Native Americans are not culturally predisposed to suicide.
They are, however, at high risk for suicide as a result of
both social and physical factors. This 5 page paper explores
a number of different factors that contribute to the high
rate of suicide among Native Americans. Bibliography lists 9
sources.
Filename: KTindian.wps
The
Art & Ritual Of Stiltwalking
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper examining the art and history of walking on
stilts. The writer is particularly concerned with
stiltwalking rituals and the value that they have held for
various cultures. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Stilts.wps
The
Art of Prevarication / A Cultural Perspective -- Why People
Lie
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me this paper ]
An 8 page research paper which examines when, where, and why
people lie. The writer demonstrates that lying is an
intrinsic part of Western culture in many areas.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Lieart.wps
The
Chickasaw Indians
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me this paper ]
A 15 page overview on the history and ways of the Chickasaw
Indians. The writer describes the Chickasaw people in terms
of culture, religion and also in relationship to the United
States Government. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Chickasaw.wps
The
Concept Of The Engineer In American Culture Analyzed
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me this paper ]
This 3 page research paper discusses how the technology of
the Industrial Revolution introduced the
"engineer" as a modern-day creative artist.
Specifically discussed are the evolution of an engineer as
the builder of bridges to contemporary genetic scientist.
Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Engneer.wps
The
Deaf & Hard Of Hearing As A Minority Group
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me this paper ]
An 8 page research paper exploring the deaf community. The
writer argues the Deaf and Hard of Hearing should be
considered a cultural minority group and offers evidence to
support the premise. Different aspects of life for the Deaf
are explored. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Deafmino.wps
The
Effects of Ethnicity on the United States / More Negative
Than Positive
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me this paper ]
A 6 page research paper which discusses the way ethnicity
has effected the United States. Background on when ethnicity
began and how the melting pot occurred and what negative and
positive effects ethnicity has had. Bibliography lists 4
sources is attached.
Filename: Ethnicit.wps
The
End of Patriarchy/New Paradigms for the Family
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me this paper ]
An 8 page research paper that examines the nature of
patriarchy and the changing structure of modern families.
Topics covered include the origins of patriarchy, the
emerging importance of fatherhood, and alternative family
structures. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: 90family.wps
The
Evolution Of Culture
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. When one speaks of the evolution of
culture, it can readily be argued that the primary component
in determining the various contributions rests almost
completely upon man's brain size at that time. The
significance of such philosophy greatly lends itself to the
study of human cultural behavior, in that without prior
understanding of how reality is perceived, there would be
little if any ability to comprehend one’s existence at
all. Looking back upon the eras of the Lower Paleolithic,
Middle Paleolithic, Upper Paleolithic, Mesolithic,
Neolithic, Bronze Age, Iron Age and through the time of the
Hominid, the writer discusses the pattern of brain size as
it relates to significant cultural changes taking place
throughout history. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCevolu.wps
The
Female Breast in Historical Perspective
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me this paper ]
The subject is looked at in terms of biology, psychology,
and culture in this 7 page paper. Modern American culture is
compared to others around the world and issues such as
breast feeding in public as well as laws which prohibit
public nudity are discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Breast.wps
The
History, Origins and Evolution of Man
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me this paper ]
A 7 page overview of the evolution of man from his earliest
beginnings in Africa to the division of the Neanderthal and
Homo erectus. The Homo erectus line eventually led to modern
man, Homo sapiens. The author reviews the latest
developments in evolutionary theory and encapsulates the
steps which led to each of these developments. Bibliography
lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPhumEvo.wps
The
Impact Of Hippies On American Culture
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper that reflects on the transformation of
perspectives that occurred as a result of the hippie
generation of the 1960s and 1970s. Bibliography lists 4
sources.
Filename: Hippies.wps
The
Ju/'hoansi
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me this paper ]
The Ju/'hoansi tribes of southern Africa are an example of a
culture that continues into the modern life but is in
extreme danger of extinction at the hands of 'progress'.
This 7 page paper explores the transition from a forging
culture to a farming and herding. Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: KTjuhons.wps
The
Latino Today
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me this paper ]
An 8 page paper discussing the Latino culture. The word
Latino involves many different cultures such as Cuban,
Puerto Rican, Mexican-American, Central/South American, and
others. They have been a part of the history of the United
States since its beginnings when there relatives, the
American Indian, were trampled to the ground. Today there
are many Latinos that have made a name for themselves as
their adaptive nature illustrates. Various descriptions of
their existence in the Untied States are discussed to give a
better understanding of these diverse people. Bibliography
lists 7 sources.
Filename: Latino.wps
The
Rise of David Levinsky & Our Country / How They Relate
to the American Immigrant Experience
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me this paper ]
A 7 page paper discussing the unsettling experience of the
wave of immigrants during the turn of the century America
and the effect it had on both immigrants and residents. No
additional sources cited.
Filename: Levinsky.wps
The
Role of Burial Data in Reconstructing the Social Structure
and Social Organization of Past Societies
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me this paper ]
In 8 pages, the author discusses the role of burial data in
reconstructing the social structure and social organization
of past societies. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PCburi.doc
The
Role of Extended Families in Black Culture
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me this paper ]
5 page essay exploring the role of the extended family in
Black families. Anecdotes as well as formal research studies
are reported. The importance of the extended family which
includes blood-related and nonblood-related persons cannot
be overestimated for the African-American family
particularly in helping the youth deal with prejudice.
Bibliography lists 5 references.
Filename: Blackfam.wps
The
Sambia / A View on Masculinity & Maleness
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me this paper ]
The Sambia of New Guinea have a unique view of maleness and
the process by which individuals move from an almost
genderless state into masculinity. The initiation of boys
into manhood is based in homosexual practices, and rituals
require that boys shed their female qualities in order to
progress as men. The comparison of the Sambian perspectives
on male attributes, masculine development and on child abuse
demonstrates cultural relativism and underscores significant
variances in perceptions of appropriate and inappropriate
behaviors, including child abuse. This 5 page paper
considers the evidence presented by Gilbert Herdt in his
study of the Sambia, and defines the link between their
practices and a global view of sexual behaviors.
Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Sambia.wps
The
Significance of the Bathing Suit in 1920's America
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me this paper ]
This 6 page paper focuses on swim wear in the 1920's but
delves into its evolution throughout the twentieth century.
The social significance of the garments are discussed as
well as the significance of swimming and tanning.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA02220s.wps
The
Simmering Melting Pot / Haitians & Cubans In the U.S.A.
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me this paper ]
A 6 page paper on the Cuban and Haitian boat people. The
writer focuses on the plight of the Marielitos -- Cuban
refugees who braved the treacherous waters of the Gulf in an
attempt to reach America, where, they hope, they will be
able to seek asylum from the oppression of their native
land. Detailing the history of the first Marielitos, the
paper then goes on to describe the different situation
encountered by the 'new Marielitos' and the problems they
encounter in trying to assimilate into American society; a
society that frequently wishes they would be returned to
Cuba. Similar information is also examined with regard to
Haitian refugees and their own unique problems in
assimilating to American culture. Bibliography lists 6
sources.
Filename: Melting2.wps
The
Simpsons - A Cartoon Portrait Of The American Family
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me this paper ]
A 5 page paper discussing the FOX television network's long
running half-hour show 'The Simpsons.' The program's
characters are representative of American family life,
American dreams and goals, and American humor. Bibliography
lists four sources.
Filename: Simp.wps
The
Story of Italian Immigrants and Their Lives in the New World
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. Written mostly in the first person, the
writer of this essay examines reasons their family may have
immigrated to the U.S. from Italy and complements all ideas
provided with actual library research. Also explored are the
opportunities and programs that aided immigrants of the
early twentieth century in their struggle for a piece of the
proverbial "American Dream." Bibliography lists 4
sources.
Filename: Italimmi.wps
The
Sun Dance / A Sacred Native American Rituals
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me this paper ]
A 5 page overview of the Sun Dance. Includes specific
information on the ceremony itself and how this ceremony and
its connotations have changed over time. Also includes
introductory material on the Battle of Little Big Horn and
why Sitting Bull's vision during the Sun Dance was
instrumental in the outcome of the battle. Bibliography
lists 4 sources.
Filename: Sundance.wps
The
Taino Indians -- One Of The First Cultures Destroyed By
Europeans
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me this paper ]
An 8 page research paper on The Taino Indians-- a tribe that
belonged to the Arawak culture of South America's tropical
region. The writer describes the culture, philosophy,
rituals & traditions of this group. A history of the
Taino Indians under European conquest is presented and it is
concluded that they were among the first tribes to be robbed
of their culture by invading empires. Bibliography lists 6
sources.
Filename: Tainoind.wps
The
Tlingit Treatment Of Death
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me this paper ]
A 5 page examination of the rituals associated with death in
nineteenth century Tlingit culture. The Tlingit people lived
along the coast of Southeast Alaska which extended from the
Canadian boundary to Yakutat Bay. In this report, emphasis
is placed on body preparation, mourning, and the potlatch
with respect to the traditions of this particular aboriginal
culture. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Tlinget.wps
The
Turkish Culture
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me this paper ]
This eight-page-paper describes the Turkish culture. It
presents a discussion on the Harris realities of the Turkish
prisons and the treatment of juvenile offenders as well as
the lighter side of the culture including the pop music.
Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: CWturkis.wps
Thomas
M. Kiefer/ The Tausug
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper that discussed Thomas M. Kiefer's
study of the Tausug people of the Philippines, The Tausug:
violence and law in a Philippine Moslem society, case
studies in anthropology. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: 99tausug.wps
Three
Documentaries Look At Primitive Cultures
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me this paper ]
A 6 page analysis of three documentaries which examine
primitive cultures-these are, 'Dead Birds,' 'Onka's Big Moka,'
and 'Cannibal Tours.' The writer shows how each reveals
something dark about human nature rather then the innocence
which modern man would like to fantasize exists in such
societies.
Filename: Primcult.wps
Tibetan
Culture
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me this paper ]
An 11 page overview of Tibetan culture. Discusses the
environmental and political factors which have shaped this
culture and discusses the changes over time. The author
provides substantial details of traditional culture and
subsistence patterns as well as details regarding
traditional gender roles. Discusses the changes these
cultural aspects have experienced as a result of interaction
with other cultures, particularly the Chinese. Bibliography
lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPtibet.wps
Tomas
Rivera: Predominant Theme
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me this paper ]
5 pages in length. The multitude of literary works by Tomas
Rivera is indicative of the prolific writer's inherent
ability to pursue some of life's most complex of concepts.
Characteristically reminiscent of the author's desire to
expose the myriad inadequacies of social responsibility,
Rivera's work is instrumental in placing humanity's
struggles into the mainstream of everyone's consciousness.
Such compositions as the famous 'And The Earth Did Not
Devour Him,' along with shorter poetic works 'Alone,'
'Awakening,' 'Do Not Forget Me,' 'Finally Life Began' and
'My Life,' Rivera appeals to the innermost recesses of the
reader's soul. The writer discusses how the author has a
long history of reaching out and inviting his audience to
experience with him the sometimes intense and often
expansive sense of being that is clearly portrayed within
his works. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCtomas.wps
Totem
Poles
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An 8 page paper that outlines the prevallence of totem poles
in the cultures of the Native American Pacific Northwest.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Totem.wps
Totem
Poles and the Pacific
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper detailing the importance of the
Pacific Ocean to Native American Indian Culture.
Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Totempol.wps
Trobriand
Islanders Of Papua, New Guinea
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me this paper ]
This 8 page essay looks at the unique people of the
Trobriand Islands and their culture. The Trobriands are
southeast of Papua and are home to nearly 25,000 people.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Trobrian.wps
Understanding
Other Cultures
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me this paper ]
A 5 page research paper on how we understand other cultures.
The writer describes the concept of culture, the fact that
experience is the only way to understand one another, and
the use of nonverbal cues and situational frameworks help us
to understand one another. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Cultund.wps
United
States of America / Composite Culture or Melting Pot ?
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me this paper ]
A 3 page essay reflecting upon points made in an article
which argues that America is not -- nor has it ever been --
identifiable by some consistently homogeneous culture.
Instead, the country has historically retained its
"melting pot" identity-- as explicated by the
writer of this thoughtful essay and the article (s)he
discusses. No Bibliography.
Filename: Meltingp.wps
Voodoo
& The Culture of Haiti
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me this paper ]
This 8 page report discusses the religion and culture of
voodoo in Haiti. The paper briefly presents, from a social
anthropology perspective, the fundamentals of Voodoo and its
importance to the people of Haiti. Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: Voodoo.wps
Walt
Disney & The Culture He Created
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me this paper ]
This 8 page report examines 'Disney Culture' in relationship
to its founder, Walt Disney. The writer examines Disney's
mission statement, dress code, value system, theme park
layout & landscape, and overall relevance to American
culture. Recent controversies surrounding the organization
are also included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Disney.wps
White
Devil and Tamburlaine the Great Walked the Same Path With
Different Styles
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me this paper ]
This seven page paper presents an examination of The White
Devil by John Webster, and Kit Marlowe's Tamburlaine the
Great. Comparisons and contrasts are studied to get a true
picture of the similarities and differences between the
works of literature. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: CWwhidev.wps
Why
People Believe In Magic
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me this paper ]
A 10 page research paper which examines magical belief
systems from an anthropological standpoint. The writer
discusses the prevailing theories in this regard and
demonstrates how magical beliefs perform certain concrete
functions within the societies where this is prevalent.
Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Whypeop.wps
William
E. Mitchell's "The Bamboo Fire"
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me this paper ]
William Mitchell's anthropolofical study The Bamboo Fire,
which provides a substaintive view of the New Guinea Wape
and Mitchell's fieldwork, demonstrates the correlation
between the anthropologists perspective, socialization and
personal ideologies and the outcomes of the study of other
cultures. This 6 page paper considers the major issues for
the anthropologists, including elements like culture shock,
the nature of observations, objectivity, physical and
psychological discomfort, roles and expectations, trust,and
ethical concerns. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Bambfire.wps
Wonderment
/ Our Desire To Know And The Sciences
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me this paper ]
A 6 page look at mankind's burning need to know. The
question of whether or not the answers to our questions,
i.e. the body of knowledge which we refer to as science, has
left us no room for future wonderment. No bibliography.
Filename: Wonderme.rtf
Youth
Sports Structure / Japan vs. the United States
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me this paper ]
A 5 page essay comparing the structure of youth sports in
Japan to the structure of youth sports in the United States,
concentrating primarily on the schooling period that equates
to middle- and early secondary school in the United States.
Japanese students operate on a modified year-round school
schedule and the school days are much longer than those of
the U.S. In addition, more than half of the students of
middle school age also attend private tutoring classes five
and six nights each week, and three hours of homework daily
from the public school is common. Japanese students have
little time for sports activities of any kind, and the
structures between the two countries are very different.
Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Ythsport.wps
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