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Novae Terra is a society that believes in justice for all. Each indiviDual has the unalienable right to express themselves freely with the exception of the horror entitled as, "Trans-Ethnic." In addition to the freedom of expression, they are granted with the freewill to petition, assembly, religion, press, and speech. Also, citizens are assured the "good life," by granting free education, healthcare, and a high minimum wage. Although, we provide our citizens with great benefits there are also restrictions for order and the wellbeing of our environment. There are no human assault weapons, abuse of the environment, discrimination, standardized testing, don the logo on attire, and the horror known as Hilary Clinton and Donald Trump are banned. By implementing these ideals into our society we can truly call ourselves, "Novae Terra."
10 Ultimate Laws
- Respect everyone’s sexual orientation, gender identity, and heritage.
- Everyone is entitled to a quality education.
- Education shall be required to teach students of home skills (taxes, cooking, etc), and how our society works
- Everyone is granted with free healthcare. In addition, each citizen have the right to free will of body.
- Everyone has a freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
- Descendants from Kari Lau and Clarissa Levai’s shall be the rulers forever in ___ society.
- If any rules shall be broken then, the supreme court of ___ society shall determine the if they go to the correction facility or be banished.
- Each family is only permitted to have two children.
- However, if they have more than two then, they must hand it over to adoption center or if they want to keep them they must pay $300 for each extra child.
- On every fifteenth day of each month, workers shall be paid. On the last day of each month, fines and taxes shall be paid.
- Taxes are dependent on salary however, there will be no tax exceptions.
- No citizen shall leave our society, without consent of leaders.
5 allowed stuff:
- People are allowed to express themselves with the exception of trans-ethnicity.
- People are allowed to care for one pet.
- People are allowed to choose their own occupations.
- People are allowed to dress freely as long as it has __ society’s logo on it.
- Students are allowed to join the militia if no other options are available.
5 restrictions:
- Standardized testing is not allowed.
- Discrimination is not allowed.
- Abusing the environment is not allowed.
- Human assault weapons are not allowed, except for military usage.
- Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton is not allowed.
Houses:
- In average sized houses, three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, and kitchen. For every citizen in ___ Society.
Where they live:
- In a closed of society, in the middle nowhere. Walls surrounds the city, and doors can only be opened with Leaders’ consent. A large dome covers the top of the fencing, to regulate weather.
Clothing:
- People are allowed to wear whatever, just as long as it has the logo of the society on it.
How people are ranked:
- There is no ranking. Two branches, citizen and leaders. (The leaders are determined with the bloodline of Kari Lau and Clarissa Levai.)
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Revenge is something that we view as an option, whenever someone would bring unfortunate to us. So, it's only natural that people would seek for vengeance in such circumstances. And, once we execute it then, all of the past negativity that was harbored disappears into dust and, one begins anew. However, once an attempt on revenge is made it doesn’t end there but, becomes tainted. Dirty. In the play, Merchant of Venice written by William Shakespeare it portrays how revenge does not always guarantee satisfaction because, it can exacerbate the conditions . This notion revolves around a Jewish merchant, Shylock who agrees on a deal with the Christian Antonio, despite past religious discrimination. But things aren’t that excusable as Shylock sets a condition. Which is if Antonio fails to fulfill his part of the deal then, he has the right to claim a pound of flesh from him. As the story progresses, Shylock’s longing for revenge increases. But, once Shylock finally was able to execute it, it backfired. In conclusion, despite a person performing misconduct on another because, revenge is not always sweet as it can worsen your circumstances.
Revenge begins with the inflictor. “A pound of human flesh, taken from a man, is not so saleable, or profitable, as the flesh of mutton, beef or goats. I’m saying that to buy his goodwill, I offer this friendship” . In this scene, Shylock proposes a ‘condition’ which is a facade for his vengeance against Antonio for discriminating his religious identity. By attaining revenge it will act as atonement to the mistreatment that Antonio had performed on him which will ultimately, satiate Shylock's bitterness against Antonio. However, it is only a sugared mask to its true, dark self. “I’m glad of it. I’ll plague him. I’ll torture him. I’m glad of it!”. At this point, Shylock’s close friend Tubal announces that Antonio is incapable of fulfilling his part of the deal which delights Shylock. His enthusiasm enforces him to dream of the varying possibilities. However, because of those possibilities to gain vengeance, Shylock’s mind becomes consumed with it. Shylock becomes obsessed with the thought of gaining revenge on Antonio to the point that its worrying. Rather than becoming satisfied Shylock only worsens his mental state.
Finally, when Antonio is about to gain vengeance, everything collapses. “Take your pound of flesh. But if, in cutting it, you shed one drop of Christian blood, your lands and goods, under the laws of Venice, will be confiscated to the state of Venice” . Right at the moment of retribution, a character named Portia intervenes, she declares from the contract, that if any blood were to be shed then, it would be game over. After that announcement, Shylock drops his act of vengeance and instead asks for an alternate. However, it is too late for another option and, now that Shylock had already attempted at ending Antonio's life there must be retribution from him. There is no satisfaction in conducting or attempting revenge but, only disappointment. "Please grant me permission to leave here. I am not well. Send the will after me.” Shylock barely escapes the temporary trap he was in however, there is still some sort of payback from him. So, Antonio announces that if Shylock wants to continue living then, he must abide by two rules. One, join the religion that he most disliked and two, give half of your possessions to the traitor of a daughter. Because of that, Shylock becomes disheartened, everything had failed for him ever since his mind became geared towards revenge. And now Shylock is in a predicament that he is forced to enter. The pursuit of vengeance bears failure, disappointment, sadness, and overall a worsened situation.
From this, one can learn that revenge should not be used as an option as it can greatly backfire .Although, it is understandable that one one would opt for retribution to let the inflictor receive the same kind of suffering they endured. In this case, Shylock made that choice because, Antonio had discriminated his religious identity so, once a deal was made he jumped at the opportunity to gain revenge. A pound of his flesh shall be cut to make atonement. As the story progresses Shylock’s desire for vengeance increases to the point, that his mind is only consumed of attaining that flesh. Then, when it finally came to the point that Shylock is just about to obtain contentment, it is only interrupted by Portia which disables his acquirement from the contract he signed. Not only that, his most prized possessions (including his religious identity) were confiscated from the people he despised the most. By attempting revenge nothing will be fulfilled but, only worsened circumstances. Because of that, one should never lean on revenge as a choice at any point in their life for it will only lead to misery. In the journey of vengeance, one will never be able to find contentment but, an undesirable situation.
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Revenge is something that we view as an option, whenever someone would bring unfortunate to us. So, it's only natural that people would seek for vengeance in such circumstances. And, once we execute it then, all of the past negativity that was harbored disappears into dust and, one begins anew. However, once an attempt on revenge is made it doesn’t end there but, becomes tainted. Dirty. In the play, Merchant of Venice written by William Shakespeare it portrays how revenge does not always guarantee satisfaction because, it can exacerbate the conditions . This notion revolves around a Jewish merchant, Shylock who agrees on a deal with the Christian Antonio, despite past religious discrimination. But things aren’t that excusable as Shylock sets a condition. Which is if Antonio fails to fulfill his part of the deal then, he has the right to claim a pound of flesh from him. As the story progresses, Shylock’s longing for revenge increases. But, once Shylock finally was able to execute it, it backfired. In conclusion, despite a person performing misconduct on another because, revenge is not always sweet as it can worsen your circumstances.
Revenge begins with the one who imposes on them. “You call me an infidel, a cutthroat dog, and you spit on my Jewish garments,” (1.3.107-108). In this line, Antonio asks Shylock to negotiate a deal however, Shylock responds with a long list of the various mistreatment that he had received from Antonio. To the dismay of Shylock, Antonio disregards that matter and continues to press on the deal. Which Shylock resolves with the concept of gaining retribution through this deal. “A pound of human flesh, taken from a man, is not so saleable, or profitable, as the flesh of mutton, beef or goats. I’m saying that to buy his goodwill, I offer this friendship,” (1.3.163-166). In this scene, Shylock makes a solution that is supposedly going to benefit only him by claiming a pound of flesh from his enemy, Antonio. Through attaining that pound of flesh according to Shylock’s theory the religious discrimination will be forgiven and bring great pleasure.
Revenge is fabricated with sweetness. “I’m glad of it. I’ll plague him. I’ll torture him. I’m glad of it!,” (3.1.96-97). At this point, Shylock’s close friend Tubal announces that Antonio is incapable of fulfilling his part of the deal which clearly delights Shylock. With Shylock’s enthusiasm he begins to dream of all the different possibilities that he could do when performing his revenge. This scene clearly displays on how revenge satiates one’s desire through bringing great happiness. However, much to Shylock’s dismay things didn’t exactly turn the way that he expected it to be. “Take your pound of flesh. But if, in cutting it, you shed one drop of Christian blood, your lands and goods, under the laws of Venice, will be confiscated to the state of Venice,” (4.1.305-309). Finally, when Shylock is about to execute revenge upon Antonio he is intervened by another character, Portia who declares from the contract that if any blood were to be shed then, his land and goods will be confiscated. From that point on, Shylock was never able to satiate their lust for the flesh and was disheartened. This represents how one might think that revenge is able to guarantee satisfaction but, in reality only harbors misfortune. In this case, Shylock was handicapped on the way to acquiring revenge on Antonio. To conclude, retribution is bitter.
From this, one can learn that revenge should not be used as an option as it can greatly backfire.
But at first, it’s understandable that one one would opt for revenge to let the inflictor receive the same kind of suffering that one endured. In this case, Shylock believed that because, Antonio had discriminated his religious identity that a pound of his flesh shall be cut. As the story progresses Shylock’s desire for vengeance increases to the point, that his mind is only consumed of attaining that flesh. Then, when it finally came to the point that Shylock is just about to obtain contentment, it is only interrupted by Portia which disables his acquirement by the contract he signed. To sum it up, in the journey of vengeance, one will never be able to find contentment but, an undesirable situation.
- 2:42 AM
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- Revisiting the Portia situation, why is the choosing of a man suitable for her out of her hands.
That's because when Portia's father died in their will it clearly said for Portia's spouse to be chosen by a suitor selecting one casket with a portrait of Portia out of three.
- Who is Shylock? What is his importance in the story thus far?
Shylock is a businessman and, also a Jew. Because, Shylock is a Jew they receive discrimination and shame.
- What is the agreement Shylock and Antonio come to terms with?
If Antonio does not pay then, they must provide a pound of their own flesh to Shylock.
- Why is Shylock so hesitant of this agreement with Antonio? While answering this question you should also explain their history and relationship between each other.
Shylock is hesitant of Antonio because, in the past Antonio has done many wrongdoings onto Shylock such as kicking, spitting, etc which makes Shylock wary of Antonio because, now he is asking for a favor and not mistreating them.
- Would you trust Antonio? Why or why not.
I would not trust Antonio because, of their nature. If somebody does not follow the same faith as Antonio then, they'd change personalities to a cruel one because, of that I do not trust that nature and condemn it.
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1. What is the setting of the story? What are the people like, the culture etc.?
2. We meet Antonio in the first scene, who exactly is he and what is his worries that he faces early on?
3. We also meet Bassanio a friend of Antonio, what does he ask of Antonio? Explain.
4. Portia worries about finding a husband, so what does she decide to do that she thinks will be best solution to her problem? Explain.
The setting of the story takes place in the 16th century Venice, Italy. During this time era, people seem to be very trusting of each other compared to the present. To illustrate, when Bassanio asks Antonio for a loan in order to woo Portia's heart, Antonio immediately agreed to it and even offered all of their resources. From this we can assume the culture of this setting, is very trusting. However, it also seems to be a culture where only the privileged can thrive. To illustrate, Antonio who is very wealthy is able to loan/guarantee to anyone and even stated that everybody would be willing to do so because, of his reputation. However, other people won't be able to do that because, they don't have as much power as Antonio.
Antonio is a rich venetian/merchant who is very sad for unknown reasons. Even his first lines mention that he does not know what it is made of, where it is from, why he is sad, and just in general doesn't know the sadness that he bears.
Bassanio asks Antonio for a large amount of money in order to woo Portia and visit her in Belmont (I'm not too sure how to spell this but, something like that). However, this wasn't his first time for asking such a large amount of money and still hasn't redressed his past debts. So, by loaning/guaranteeing him money one last time he also promises that they'll make up past and current debt.
Portia resolves this problem by asking her maid, Nerissa to place a wine glass on the wrong casket at the time of the casket game (if you choose the right casket out of the gold, lead, and silver you'll win her) to sway the suitors that are, 'wrong' to her to lose. This way it will eliminate the wrong suitors and leave with the 'right' suitors. Which will solve her worries about finding a husband.
- 2:46 PM
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Love is Blind:
I agree with this statement because, love (both romantically and not) are capable to blind someone from seeing the bigger picture. Based on my observations on people partaking in a relationship a lot of the time their mind is consumed with thoughts pertaining to their spouse. A majority of the time, it ends up stashing away any academic related thoughts away which makes their grades go downhill.
One of my closest friend entered their first relationship and when they did a majority of of the time was spent with their spouse and, minimum time was used for academic purposes. Because, they were in 'love' it coerced them to leave their responsibilities to spend time or fantasizing about their significant other.
Another example is the quote, “We accept the love we think we deserve,” from the story ‘Perks of Being A WallFlower.’ There are many interpretations on this quote however, I related it to victims of abusive relationships. A lot of the time victims of such relationships believed that this harmful 'love' was the one that they deserved and, also felt loved. The love they thought they deserved made them blind to the degrading acts that were conducted on them.
To conclude, love is blind.
Stereotypes are often right:
I disagree with this statement because, stereotypes are caricatures of representations for races. They are two-dimensional characters that are used to generalize an entire race. It is bigoted to believe that most people belonging to a certain race follow these stereotypes - when a race is comprised of varying personalities, looks, voices, etc.
For example, a common stereotype is that Asians are unable to speak ‘proper’ English however, many Asians who reside in English speaking countries are able to speak English to their standards of what proper English is. Furthermore, there's a stereotype on Asian peoples’ eyes. The term 'Asian Eyes' refer to small eyes that are deemed as undesirable because, they are not what society considers beautiful. So, whenever someone plasters a big smile and their eyes become smaller, this term would be used to describe that look. This is a stereotype that is wrong because, Asia is a huge continent comprised of varying countries with different looks, voices, cultures, etc. So, to stereotype that all Asians have one eye look is wrong because there are many different eye appearances in Asia.
Stereotypes are often right:
I disagree with this statement because, stereotypes are caricatures of representations for races. They are two-dimensional characters that are used to generalize an entire race. It is bigoted to believe that most people belonging to a certain race follow these stereotypes - when a race is comprised of varying personalities, looks, voices, etc.
For example, a common stereotype is that Asians are unable to speak ‘proper’ English however, many Asians who reside in English speaking countries are able to speak English to their standards of what proper English is. Furthermore, there's a stereotype on Asian peoples’ eyes. The term 'Asian Eyes' refer to small eyes that are deemed as undesirable because, they are not what society considers beautiful. So, whenever someone plasters a big smile and their eyes become smaller, this term would be used to describe that look. This is a stereotype that is wrong because, Asia is a huge continent comprised of varying countries with different looks, voices, cultures, etc. So, to stereotype that all Asians have one eye look is wrong because there are many different eye appearances in Asia.
I do acknowledge the opposing argument is that stereotypes are born through empirical observations which proves why stereotypes are often right. However, that is not the way stereotypes are born but through a generalization of something is made mainstream by the media. For example, Hawaii gained the media’s attention by white people using grass skirts and coconut bras to represent hula girls. After this occurred, it educated the public on a caricature of what a hula girl is like however, because this gained fame many people started to associate a hula girl with coconut bras and a grass skirt. But, there are people within a certain race that do abide by their stereotypes but, does it speak for all people pertaining to that certain race? No. To conclude, stereotypes are often wrong.
A sibling bond between two friends can be just as strong as an intimate/romantic relationship.
Although, I have not been apart of a romantic relationship, I am able to form my opinion through observations.
Agree. A sibling bond can be just as powerful as an intimate relationship because, both are under an umbrella entitled as love however, they are their own sub category. In a sibling bond it involves a lot of trust, reliance, and of course love. Likewise, romantic relationships contain the same emotions. These feelings are cultivated into strong relationships and, because of that they are equal. To illustrate, my sister and I share a powerful bond with each other because, we are able to trust, rely, and love each other for who we are. But, my sister is also in a romantic relationship of 4 years and they are also able to do the same things my sister and I share. In addition, my sister confessed to me that she loves me on the same level as her spouse (actually she said she loved me more) - but, the point is that because both are capable of executing those three emotions which is what makes it equal to each other.
You can break a promise as long as you have a good excuse
Agree. You are able to break a promise through justification. Some promises that are made can endanger the other party is so, it is perfectly reasonable for the party to break it if it is for the greater good. For example, when people marry to each other they vow to be together however, if their relationship goes downhill then, it is okay to break that promise if one or both parties are unhappy. As long as there is just reasoning and good intentions then, it is ok to break a promise.
An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth is a good motto to live by.
A sibling bond between two friends can be just as strong as an intimate/romantic relationship.
Although, I have not been apart of a romantic relationship, I am able to form my opinion through observations.
Agree. A sibling bond can be just as powerful as an intimate relationship because, both are under an umbrella entitled as love however, they are their own sub category. In a sibling bond it involves a lot of trust, reliance, and of course love. Likewise, romantic relationships contain the same emotions. These feelings are cultivated into strong relationships and, because of that they are equal. To illustrate, my sister and I share a powerful bond with each other because, we are able to trust, rely, and love each other for who we are. But, my sister is also in a romantic relationship of 4 years and they are also able to do the same things my sister and I share. In addition, my sister confessed to me that she loves me on the same level as her spouse (actually she said she loved me more) - but, the point is that because both are capable of executing those three emotions which is what makes it equal to each other.
You can break a promise as long as you have a good excuse
Agree. You are able to break a promise through justification. Some promises that are made can endanger the other party is so, it is perfectly reasonable for the party to break it if it is for the greater good. For example, when people marry to each other they vow to be together however, if their relationship goes downhill then, it is okay to break that promise if one or both parties are unhappy. As long as there is just reasoning and good intentions then, it is ok to break a promise.
An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth is a good motto to live by.
Disagree. In my perspective, this is not a good motto to live by because, it can only pave the road for a life of resentment and anger. By always repaying a dirty deed to the other party can take its toll on a person because, of the constant pursuit of revenge. Based o my observations people who ere forgiving lived a more happier, comfortable life whereas, people who abide by this motto were more angrier and uncomfortable with life. For example, whenever I am placed in a bad group I used to feel as if I had to go through any means to make sure they did not get the grade that I received supposing I got a good score (actually even now I still carry this feeling). I would feel very burdened because, I made it my absolute mission to ensure that they were not going to get the same score as me when they did minimal work. However, I’m not saying to let every dirty deed be exempted but, rather to not have such a vengeful mindset for it will lead to a not so good life.
Don’t rely on outward appearances when making judgments.
Disagree. I feel that outward appearances are a poor way of making judgements because, I believe that the reasons behind their actions are a reliable way of making a verdict on somebody. For example, in the book, ‘Of Mice and Men,’ a character named as Curley’s wife was thought as flirtatious and easygoing based on the way they presented themselves. However, as the story progressed Curley’s wife explains why she presented herself in that way was because, she was lonely and later on she also unveiled her past on her broken dreams. This moment reveals Curley’s wife to be lonely and heartbroken through justification of her actions. Therefore, to depend on outward appearances is not good judgement.
Justice is always blind.
Agree/disagree. In this age, I wouldn’t say that justice is blind but, blurred. There are many injustices that have not received the proper consequences for example, Kesha’s rapist producer did not receive their punishment and was free of charges. The reason being was rape culture. Rape culture is victim blaming but, a more better phrase is ‘rapist before victim.’ In this case, the verdict of the producer being free was made because, Kesha acted frivolously according to the DailyNYNews. Because of rape culture being perpetuated it blurred the justification for this crime which should be arrest with being exempt because, of Kesha’s ‘frivolous acts’. However, justice is not completely blind because, there are movements for Kesha's justice known as #freekesha, and many other activist groups that strive for justice to be served and other great ideals. But, as long as evil acts are exempted from their charges justice will not be clear but, blurred.
Don’t rely on outward appearances when making judgments.
Disagree. I feel that outward appearances are a poor way of making judgements because, I believe that the reasons behind their actions are a reliable way of making a verdict on somebody. For example, in the book, ‘Of Mice and Men,’ a character named as Curley’s wife was thought as flirtatious and easygoing based on the way they presented themselves. However, as the story progressed Curley’s wife explains why she presented herself in that way was because, she was lonely and later on she also unveiled her past on her broken dreams. This moment reveals Curley’s wife to be lonely and heartbroken through justification of her actions. Therefore, to depend on outward appearances is not good judgement.
Justice is always blind.
Agree/disagree. In this age, I wouldn’t say that justice is blind but, blurred. There are many injustices that have not received the proper consequences for example, Kesha’s rapist producer did not receive their punishment and was free of charges. The reason being was rape culture. Rape culture is victim blaming but, a more better phrase is ‘rapist before victim.’ In this case, the verdict of the producer being free was made because, Kesha acted frivolously according to the DailyNYNews. Because of rape culture being perpetuated it blurred the justification for this crime which should be arrest with being exempt because, of Kesha’s ‘frivolous acts’. However, justice is not completely blind because, there are movements for Kesha's justice known as #freekesha, and many other activist groups that strive for justice to be served and other great ideals. But, as long as evil acts are exempted from their charges justice will not be clear but, blurred.
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