Racial Bias and Wrongful Convictions in the US Justice System
The Effects of Race on Wrongful Convictions
Black suspects are rarely given the benefit of the doubt by juries or judges, and they are often assumed to be criminals or to possess criminal tendencies. This bias is clearly seen in the disparity in sentences between a Black man and a White man who committed the same crime. Black men usually receive the maximum possible sentence, while White men receive minor sentencing.
Data shows that Black men can be up to 22 times more likely to receive the death
Read MoreAjay Mishra’s Burden: Trauma, Guilt, and Resilience in “Family Life”
Ajay Mishra: Guilt, Responsibility, and the Scapegoat Hero
In Akhil Sharma’s “Family Life,” Ajay Mishra is a complex character who is deeply affected by a tragic accident that leaves his brother Birju severely brain-damaged. He carries a heavy burden of guilt and responsibility for the family’s new reality, often acting as a scapegoat hero. Ajay’s actions and relationships are shaped by this overwhelming guilt, making him a central figure in the novel’s depiction of family dynamics and grief.
The
Read MoreLife Updates: Survival Skills, Zaragoza Trip Planning, and Personal Reflections
My Travel Blog: Survival Skills and New Friendships
A Day of Forest Crafts and Survival Training
Wednesday was the best day of my life! I learned how to make various crafts using objects from the forest. The activity began when the instructor taught us how to make buckets with sticks to catch water from the river.
The core of the activity was teaching us how to utilize objects from nature in order to survive. We learned several crucial skills:
- How to build a hut using leaves, sticks, rocks, and other
Mastering Modal Verbs and Environmental Terminology
Essential English Vocabulary and Grammar Reference
Environmental and General Terminology
- TO DROWN: To die or be in danger of dying underwater due to lack of air.
- WASTE: Unwanted or used materials that are thrown away.
- DUMPED: Thrown away in large amounts, often in an uncontrolled way.
- WIDESPREAD: Happening in many places or affecting many people.
- TO JEOPARDIZE: To put something in danger or at risk on purpose.
- TAP: A device that controls the flow of water from a pipe (faucet).
- WATERFALLS: Natural places
Robert Louis Stevenson’s Kidnapped: Adventure, Betrayal, and the Scottish Highlands
Robert Louis Stevenson’s Kidnapped: An Adventure Novel
Kidnapped is an adventure and historical novel written by Robert Louis Stevenson. It was published in 1886 by Cassell and Company Ltd. and originally spanned a total of 222 pages. The novel is known for its gripping storyline and vivid portrayal of 18th-century Scotland.
Key Figures in Kidnapped
- David Balfour – The protagonist, a young and naive boy who matures into a courageous and resourceful individual as he faces numerous challenges.
- Alan
English Language Exercises: Reading, Listening, Grammar
Reading Comprehension Exercises
The Importance of Being Bored
Exercise 1: Choose the Correct Answer
- Question: Encourage kids to…
- Answer: (c) ENCOURAGE KIDS TO…
Exercise 2: True or False and Find Evidence
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Statement: According to Dr. Belton…
Answer: FALSE. Dr. Belton states that training children to respond to boredom is vital. -
Statement: When the anterior…
Answer: TRUE. This theory involves a part of the brain which helps us notice details in our environment. -
Statement: According to the…
Answer: