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Youth Identity Crisis: A Problem of the Nation and World, 2002.
A paper written as a persuasive report to President Bush urging him to do something about the lack of identity in today's youth and offering solutions.
2,663 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 80.95
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The paper argues that with so many youths coming home to an empty house, TV, media, internet and video games have become the teachers and influencers of our nation's youth. This is a world-wide problem that must be addressed and to change the path of destruction that our youth is currently set on, action must be taken not only by parents, but also by schools, by communities and by our government. The paper encourages President Bush to take notice of the nation's youth and begin to help them find where their talents lie and what they might accomplish, before it is too late. The paper also lists possible solutions such as self-exploration teaching, local youth governments and the involvement of the local community.
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"Communities can take part by allowing young people to meet and explore their ideas and backgrounds. Ethnic celebrations need to be commonplace in schools, where children have the most exposure to things that are different and unique. The voice of our nations youth must be heard, interpreted, understood but also counseled and assisted in the growth process. Simply ignoring the problem won?t fix it. By helping more young people to uncover their true proclivities and sense of self, we may reduce the incidence of violence that occurs from children who are searching for recognition, and a means to alleviate the pain and anger they feel at being either taunted, abused or ignored. We must learn that in self identity and discovery comes respect and success. By respecting themselves, the nations youths will grow into productive and reputable citizens, and will likely impact great change on the world of tomorrow. Statistics show crime and injustice will only increase if action is not taken today to help all of the young people, not just in our nation but hopefully in the world."
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Identity Crisis and Finding Identity in "Stand By Me", 2008.
An analysis of the theme of identity in Rob Reiner's film "Stand By Me".
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 0 sources, $ 41.95
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This paper takes a look at the issue of identity exploration and identity commitment in the movie entitled "Stand By Me" (1986), directed by Rob Reiner. "Stand By Me" is an adventure-drama movie based on the novella "The Body" by Stephen King. The film presents the journey of four 12-year-old boys who cross the woodlands near their home to see the dead body of a boy their own age. In order to fully comprehend the characters and their dilemmas, the paper closely examines their conversations and the items that they bring on the journey . The paper concludes that the film illustrates how choosing an identity to conform to is not an easy task, for it consists of contrasting personal, cultural and social identities.
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"First and foremost is Gordie Lachance. Gordie is a book smart child; he likes to read, write and tell stories. He lost his older brother Denny to a jeep accident four months earlier before embarking on the journey. After his older brother's death, he felt like an 'invisible child' in his family as both of his parents tend to ignore him as they had a hard time to cope with the loss of their elder son. Gordie is never his father's favorite son as his father is only interested in Denny and Denny's next football game. In addition to this, Gordie's father questions him on his choice of friends, referring to all of them as 'thieves'. Gordie also has a nightmare that portrays his elder brother's funeral and he hears his father say, "It should've been you." All this shows that Gordie has a bad relationship with his father."
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Identity Crisis and "The No-No Boy", 2001.
The following essay discusses the book "The No-No Boy" which follows the identity crisis of a second generation Japanese-American man.
855 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 2 sources, $ 30.95
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This paper follows the story of Ichiro in "The No-No Boy" who struggles to come to terms with himself and resolve the crisis of feeling like he does not belong in the environment in which he lives. The writer defines what an identity crisis is according to Erikson. This essay concludes that Ichiro?s identity crises is bought on by circumstance and environment.
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?This passage shows us just how badly Ichiro feels about himself and what he has done. The last sentence is particularly powerful and shows us the hopelessness that Ichiro is feeling. It shows us that while he is free physically, he does not feel free. He is trapped by his own struggle. Ichiro?s self-hatred is a result of him questioning who he is and what his place in the world is. He has been in prison for deciding to honour the Japanese, but in the reality of his environment he is American.?
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Hamlet's Identity Crisis, 2003.
An examination of the concept of identity in Shakespeare's "Hamlet".
857 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 0 sources, $ 30.95
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This paper deals with Hamlet's identity crisis and shows how this crisis, in part, drives the plot. It explains that this is what ultimately makes Hamlet a tragedy because Hamlet starts off with the noble goal of avenging his father?s murder, but he ends up losing everything he has, including his identity.
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"The concept of ?success? is everywhere in this scene. Shakespeare plays around with the contrast between Hamlet and Fortinbras throughout the play. Immediately after the scene with Laertes, Fortinbras makes his first entrance. His actions contrast sharply with those of Hamlet in that Fortinbras is immediately successful in accomplishing that which he desires whereas Hamlet takes a long time to essentially fail in his initial goal. Shakespeare introduces Fortinbras in this scene to add to the ?tragedy? of it all. Shakespeare also uses Fortinbras strength and successfulness to highlight Hamlet?s failure. Had Hamlet refused to fight Laertes, Shakespeare would have no avenue to play out the tragedy of Hamlet. This is not to say, however, that Shakespeare arbitrarily chose for Hamlet to fight Laertes. Rather, Shakespeare uses Laertes offer for a fight to bring to light all of Hamlet?s problems."
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The Canadian Identity Crisis, 2006.
A review of the perception of Canada by the Canadians.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 7 sources, $ 80.95
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This paper discusses the idea that Canada is a nation saddled with an identity crisis. The paper reports how some believe that Canada can rest uneasily on the upper border of the world's most powerful and successful country; and has a British legacy in our parliamentary system that both reflects our ancient heritage and reinforces the notion that the most fundamental parts of ourselves came not from Canada but were imported from elsewhere.
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A Flag for Canada: Identity Crisis, 2006.
A look at the ongoing battle in Canada over what should be the official Canadian flag.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses the acrimonious and interminable battle over an official Canadian flag, which has been an illuminating chapter in the history of a young and still befuddled country. The paper asserts that this battle is evidence of a nation with an identity crisis, torn between two giants, the United States of America to its south and its colonizer, the United Kingdom. If there was one thing that united the various factions in this dispute it was disunity.
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Jewish Identity and Cultural Crisis in 1908 Vienna, 2005.
A review of Arthur Schnitzler's novel 'The Road to the Open'.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper reviews the Viennese physician, author and playwright Arthur Schnitzler's novel 'The Road to the Open', a book representing the complexity of Jewish identity amid the cultural crisis of modernity. This paper discusses how this novel is set in Vienna in the years prior to the First World War, a time and place closely associated with the development of modernity in twentieth century culture and one of the most significant features of Schnitzler's work is its absence of overt references to this rich and dynamic cultural milieu.
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Munoz's Book "Youth, Identity, Power: The Chicano Movement", 1999.
Munoz's book is used to gain an insight into the rise and transformation of the Mexican American movement in the 1960s and 1970s.
1,450 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 4 sources, $ 48.95
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"Munoz begins his study using the historical contributions of the Mexican Youth Conference and the group MAM. These organizations based their philosophy of advancement and upward mobility on the need for education above the secondary level. With an advanced education, these youths would become aware of and confront the much broader issues of their people within the U.S. as a whole. All of the actions of these movements, were grounded within the context of the American myth of democracy and the virtues of capitalism'. MAM was seen by outsiders as well as those within its membership, as a democracy in action, founded upon the greater values of the dominant society. I believe that Munoz sees this as an ambiguous philosophy, one that while helpful in the advancement of the. Mexican American youth, does not benefit the population as a whole. In fact, this course of action could be seen as detrimental because it fostered the belief that the youth were hindered by the lack of inspiration and encouragement to move towards a better education. "
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The Refugee Crisis and Threat to Australian National Identity, 2003.
A look at how the current refugee ?crisis? challenges the dominant understandings of Australian national identity.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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This paper takes a look into the true definition of a refugee and the Australian government's stance on 'boat people' - also referred to as asylum seekers - and their policy on unauthorised arrivals. Mention is made of the condition of Australia's detention centres, and some of the conundrums faced when determining the fate of illegal immigrants. Is it fair to give a place reserved for a genuine refugee to those who do not come via established means? Additionally, the paper looks at the everyday Australian's view on multiculturalism with reference to imagined communities and the old White Australia Policy. Clearly the influx of refugees has changed the way Australians view themselvs as a nation and led many people to re-examine Australia?s cultural and social makeup.
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"As Australians, we have all been touched by the recent refugee crisis in some way or another, with an increased influx of asylum seekers coming to our shores over the last few years. Indeed it is a human tragedy that people can be so desperate to flee their homeland that they are willing to travel thousands of kilometres across land and sea, eventually culminating in a ?passage of terror? on an unsafe boat that more than likely would be carrying three to four times the normal number of passengers. The arrival of these ?boat people? has caused of a division within our society ? those who are accommodating to the fact that these people have fled their county and should be allowed to stay, and those who believe that an influx of so called ?illegal? refugees will lead to a perceived loss of national identity ? who want them to be sent back where they came from if no sufficient enough reason is forthcoming. The plight of international refugees is a cause for global concern, however understanding the key issues can be difficult for those with little background knowledge."
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Crisis of Identity, 2000.
A discussion of Iago?s honor and masculinity in Shakespeare?s "Othello".
2,350 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper examines Shakespeare's villain Iago in "Othello". The paper portrays Iago's different persona which are projected so skillfully, the central ones being of the villain and the arch-hypocrite. The paper illustrates the apparent identity crisis as Iago, who is supposedly the arch-villain of the play, spends a great deal of his time masquerading around as the honest, truthful, helping friend. The writer points out that Iago constructs his identity and his actions around the way others see him, which ultimately reveals his own insecurity about both his masculinity, and more importantly, his identity.
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"Shakespeare?s main character, Othello, is the first to announce Iago?s honesty, ?my Ancient./A man he is of honesty and trust? (1.3. 281-82). Considering the fact that Othello and Iago have served together in various military campaigns, it tends to put ?honesty? into the context of the ?soldier persona.? That is, Iago?s reputation for truthfulness relies heavily on his blunt speaking as a soldier, moreover, that sort of tough realism that spills over into cynicism. In favor of this military complex creating Iago?s ?honesty,? Michael Cassio points out, ?He speaks home, madam; you may relish him more in the soldier than in the scholar? (2.1. 162-163). Cassio is implying that Iago?s very mannerisms stem from his militaristic nature, not his scholarly views. He is not alone with this judgment, many of the other characters hold the same convictions against Iago. Montano demands of Iago to tell the truth in his report of Cassio?s drunken behavior to Othello, warning that if ?Thou dost deliver more or less than truth,/thou art no soldier? (2.3. 213-14). Iago himself uses these expectations to his own benefit, for when Othello forewarns that he will damn him if he is lying, Iago offers to resign his post, vagely protesting: God bu?y you: take mine office. O wretched fool, That lov?st to make thine honesty a vice! O monsterous world! Take note, take note, O world! To be direct and honest is not safe. (3.3. 373-76) Here, Iago insists that it is his vary nature to be honest, and that such exploitations of his so called ?soldier persona,? with its license both to speak bluntly and unmask underhanded dealings, is in fact an attack on his very values and virtues."
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Racial and National Identity, 2002.
A discussion of 19th century questions of racial and national identity based on "Burg-Jargal" by Victor Hugo and "Michael Kohlhaas" by Heinrich von Kleist.
899 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper examines how Victor Hugo and Heinrich von Kleist pose the question of an individual?s shaky sense of racial, national and personal identity in both the texts of "Burg-Jargal" and "Michael Kohlhaas". It looks at how the authors trace notions of personal identity directly to societal causes, influences and forms of societal oppression, but identity is always something immutable and true in the minds of their main characters. It evaluates how rather than psychological explanation being the key to either novel, the notion of identity emerges as a kind of litmus test for the relative justice of a particular element society.
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"Burg-Jargal by Victor Hugo deals with the Haitian Revolution of the author?s day. Thus, it may, on the surface, seem quite separate from issues of identity that would plague the French author. However, this also means that identity plays a crucial element in the text, for in any revolution of independence, what constitutes the nature of independence and of national identity is called into question. Hugo uses the events that transpire to show the hypocrisy of a society based on slavery that ignores the needs of its ordinary people because of their race. The love that the slave Pierrot feels for Marie becomes a symbol of a world that is split between slave and free. Identity becomes related to one?s physical and social status in an unjust way, in a way that even love cannot fully extricate."
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A British National Identity, 2001.
This paper examines the strength of the British national identity.
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This paper uses the resources of Linda Colley?s "Britons," a book about how such an identity came to be. It shows that the religion, British Protestantism, and its unique monarchy, as well as imperialistic dominance all played a part in creating a pride in being British.
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"The United Kingdom today, along with France and Germany, is thought of as having one of the strongest senses of national identity of any country in the current European Community. Yet this was not always the case. How did a concept of ?Englishness? or ?Britishness? develop and solidify in the national consciousness? How did this small island nation of Scots, Welsh, and Anglo-Irish, and Anglos form a cohesive sense of themselves? Linda Colley?s book 'Britons' attempts to answer this question."
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Ethnicity and National Identity, 2001.
A questionnaire about ethnicity and national identity distributed to high school students, including an examination of the findings.
3,990 words (approx. 16.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 108.95
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An examination of the relationship between ethnicity and identity as understood as basis structures of individual life-worlds. The essay is divided into two parts. The first part is devoted to sketching conceptual fieldwork, while the second part deals with the analysis of collected data. Therefore, in the first part, the writer explains the concepts ?identity?, and ?ethnicity? and indicates possible ramifications the particular usage of concepts implies. In the second part, identity is discussed as a variable that influences ethnic ideologies one adheres to. In this part he also shows how the level which a particular ethnic group occupies at the stratification level, influences the shape of one?s identity. In conclusion, the writer summarizes the findings by suggesting that identity and ethnicity mutually influence each other and they are both complementary expressions of each other.
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"In the following essay, I am going to locate the focal point of this problem in the one particular community - Highland Park High School. Highland Park is a small town in New Jersey, Middlesex County, where many emigrants from Eastern Europe, Asia, and Latin America are there. At the Highland Park High School, although not apparently seen, the question of identity and ethnic belonging is still a problem among the American youths. While staying a year at Highland Park, I have been thinking a lot about the problems characteristic for the multicultural societies. All the questions I have asked myself may be boiled down to one single question ? namely, whether ethnicity and identity should be treated as interdependent variables, or rather one of them is more fundamental?"
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Collective Remembrance and National Identity, 2005.
An examination of the influence of collective war remembrance and national identities.
1,231 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper discusses the role played by collective remembrance and forgetting of war in the reproduction of national identities. The paper contends that the most fundamental effect war remembrance has on national identity is in the cohesion it brings to the nation by highlighting the universality of the war experience for the nation's members. The paper focuses on American and European war experiences, in general and the world wars, in particular.
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"As David Ingle and Carolyn Marvin say in Blood Sacrifice and the Nation, "Violent blood sacrifice makes enduring groups cohere." Collective war remembrance and forgetting are both important factors in shaping national identity. The collective remembrance of war adds coherence and strength to pre-existing national identities in four important ways. First, collective remembrance underscores the universality of the war experience for the nation's members: Everyone is affected; everyone can relate to the same pain and the same myths. Second, it can define a beak with the past, the beginning of a new era. Third and fourth, collective remembrance can elicit feelings of both pride and indebtedness. Since the self and the military are both identified with the national community, these feelings are transferred to the nation. The intensity and balance of these feelings varies greatly in different nations and eras. The collective forgetting of war occurs in two situations. In the first situation, forgetting is a counterpart to collective remembrance. Aspects of the war that would challenge national identity are forgotten. The second situation is that of a defeated nation for whom war memories produce shame."
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National Identity of the United Arab Emirates, 2002.
The paper discusses the challenges facing the U.A.E. since the discovery of oil there, regarding its national identity as a modern Islamic state.
1,794 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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The paper examines the reluctance of the U.A.E. to grant citizenship to non-tribal Arab's involved in the Arab-Israeli conflict on ethnic grounds. The paper analyzes the phenomenon of migrant workers moving into the country as a result of the growing oil economy and the introduction of western cultural influences that have diluted the strict practice of Islam in the U.A.E. It also looks at the educational and professional opportunities that have become available to women due to the modernizing forces at work.
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"This conflict within Arab nationalism is echoed within UAE. While both Arab nationalists and UAE try to embrace modernity, progress and Westernization, it threatens their national and cultural identity rooted in Islam. Arab nationalism proposes to not only bring Arabs together, but also provide non-Muslim minorities within Arab countries fair, secular rule under which minorities could regain their rights. In the same way, by adopting a more modern approach to the status of women, UAE aims to provide a more Westernized, progressive society to the large number of foreigners working within its borders. Both Arab nationalism and UAE try to separate themselves from the world?s negative view of Islam, which is often labeled as imperialist and reactionary. In the eyes of the world, Islamic states oppress ethnic and religious minorities and treat women as second-class citizens."
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