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Human behavior

4.4 Notes (APHG)

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Threat to Folk Culture Fear loss of folk culture; wish to maintain traditional values/customs Long established history, change of identity. Folk custom change slowly over time. Increased economic developed = money to buy new popular customs. More technology and communication. Global networks of trade and communication. The more a country develops, the more they gain to popular customs. Loss of traditional values & increase of Western values (US, Western Europe, etc. are the sources of pop culture Cultural imperialism ? dominance of one culture over another Loss of Traditional Values Asia and Africa ? contrast of urban business/gov?t workers and rural farmers in terms of clothing

4.3 Notes (APHG)

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U.S. Folk House Forms Regional distinctiveness disappeared today ? communication & transportation provide knowledge of alternate styles (mass produced construction companies; pre-fab housing materials) Popular Housing Changes based more on time than place Diffusion depends on economic development level Diffusion of Popular Housing, Clothing, & Food Popular housing Styles (since 1940s, post WWII) Modern Styles (1945-60s) Minimal-traditional ? similar to Tudor style, modest, few detail Ranch ? long, large lot, encouraged sprawl, 1 story Split-level ? garage, family room (TV), intermediate level for kitchen/dining First to come with room for TV Watching. Still has living room also. Contemporary ? low pitch or flat roof Shed style ? high pitch roof Neo-eclectic Styles (since 1960)

Just War Theory

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Justification of War There are three broad positions on whether war can be justified or not. Realpolitik Suggests that war, as a political act, needs no moral justification. war is accepted as a universal norm of human history, peace is always temporary While criticizing liberal approach, the realist believed that it is better to be ?hard-headed? than ?wrongheaded? Just war theory ? suggests that war can be justified only if it conforms to moral principles. The idea of a ?just war? is based on the assumption that war can be justified and should be judged on the basis of ethical criteria. Pacifism ? suggesting that war, as an unnecessary evil, can never be justified. Just War Theory Origin and history

Diction and Syntax

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Diction and Syntax Diction Definition Diction can be defined as style of speaking or writing, determined by the choice of words by a speaker or a writer. Diction, or choice of words, often separates good writing from bad writing. It depends on a number of factors. Firstly, the word has to be right and accurate. Secondly, words should be appropriate to the context in which they are used. Lastly, the choice of words should be such that the listener or reader understands easily. Proper diction, or proper choice of words, is important to get the message across. On the other hand, the wrong choice of words can easily divert listeners or readers, which results in misinterpretation of the message intended to be conveyed. Types of Diction

Rationalism notes

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English CP 11 Rationalists- Guided Notes The Age of Reason/ Rationalism (1765- 1790) What was going on in history? Revolting was beginning due to _________ and poor treatment from British government 1773- England needed money so they were forcing colonists to either 1) buy tea from China that was untaxed (Boston Tea Party) OR 2) they could grow their own, but anything the colonists grew was _______________ ____________, and the money went to England! 1775- Revolutionary War was starting with little fights between English soldiers and Puritan colonists ______________ ___________________- ?Give me liberty or give me death!? His speech is what ignited the Revolutionary War

work_culture

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Tutorial Discussion Notesheet Student Name: KEUNG Ying Chun Michael Student UID: 3035276294 Type your notes in this box. This box must be no more than half an A4 page. Do not use full sentences in your notes. Last semester, quite a few students were penalized for reading sentences straight from their notesheet. Use point form, Times New Roman font 12, single spacing. ? Good work-life balance in my country? ? NO ? Work culture ? High competition (24%) higher productivity needed ? Hard work ethics (23%) cultural factor ? Lack of understanding of importance of work-life balance (23%) mental health ? Initiatives to work provided by employers (58% used) not high enough ? Flexible working time ? Extra paid leave ? Personal leave or breaks

AP Human Geo CH 3 Bank

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1 Copyright ? 2014 Pearson Education, Inc. The Cultural Landscape, 11e (Rubenstein) Chapter 3 Migration 1) The ability to move from one location to another, either temporarily or permanently, is A) migration. B) mobility. C) net migration. D) voluntary migration. E) forced migration. Answer: B Diff: 1 Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge Geog. Standard: 9 Section: 3 Migration Learning Outcome: 3. 2: Describe internal migration Global Sci L.O.: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of scientific inquiry 2) A permanent move to a new location is A) migration. B) mobility. C) net migration. D) net in-migration. E) net out-migration. Answer: A Diff: 1 Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge Geog. Standard: 9 Section: 3 Migration

Chapter 4: Key Issue #4 APHG

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Threat to Folk Culture Fear loss of folk culture; wish to maintain traditional values/customs Long established history, change of identity. Folk custom change slowly over time. Increased economic developed = money to buy new popular customs. More technology and communication. Global networks of trade and communication. The more a country develops, the more they gain to popular customs. Loss of traditional values & increase of Western values (US, Western Europe, etc. are the sources of pop culture Cultural imperialism ? dominance of one culture over another Loss of Traditional Values Asia and Africa ? contrast of urban business/gov?t workers and rural farmers in terms of clothing

Chapter 4: Key Issues #3 APHG

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U.S. Folk House Forms Regional distinctiveness disappeared today ? communication & transportation provide knowledge of alternate styles (mass produced construction companies; pre-fab housing materials) Popular Housing Changes based more on time than place Diffusion depends on economic development level Diffusion of Popular Housing, Clothing, & Food Popular housing Styles (since 1940s, post WWII) Modern Styles (1945-60s) Minimal-traditional ? similar to Tudor style, modest, few detail Ranch ? long, large lot, encouraged sprawl, 1 story Split-level ? garage, family room (TV), intermediate level for kitchen/dining First to come with room for TV Watching. Still has living room also. Contemporary ? low pitch or flat roof Shed style ? high pitch roof Neo-eclectic Styles (since 1960)

Theme Paragraph Notes

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Theme Paragraphs Notes Give textual evidence to support the theme Direct quotes Paraphrases Explain how the text supports the theme Plot Character choices Figurative language & literary devices First Sentence Include: Text Author Theme statement Body of your paragraph Include transition word (For example, for instance, etc.) Specific Paraphrase or quote Supports theme statement Analysis of example What is the author?s purpose? How quote/detail supports theme REPEAT Concluding sentence Don?t repeat your topic sentence Reflect theme AND additional insight Think about: Why does this matter? SO, WHAT?

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