ShantanuT01/DACTYL-Pretraining huggingface dataset:
Introduction The poem and prose differ in assembly of words. Richard Bradford (1997, p.15) states that the poetic line differs from the prose in assembly of words. The use of grammar and syntax and forms another system of organisation of language. He further states that ‘awareness of the grammatical rules which govern the way that words are formed into larger units of meaning is based on our ability to recognize the difference between individual words’(Bradford 15). Bradford emphasizes on the function of sound and stress. One can observe that these functions of sound and stress in prose have utilitarian value. However, in poetry the same things are used as indicators of meaning. Alongside with meaning, the poetry uses them as a method of measuring and bringing to the front, the principle structure of the work. This will be useful in analysing the stylistics as the poetry used in this paper is a traditional one. In the traditional poems, “The persistent and predictable deployment of two or more of these features is what allows us to recognize the traditional line as an organizing feature of most pre-twentieth century poems’. (16) Another important contrast is stanzas and paragraphs between poems and prose. The stanza helps to rhyme and divide the poetry, the paragraph helps the prose in classifying or organizing the work. However, Bradford in page 19, explains the utility of stanza in a narrative poem. In that type of poetry, the stanza will be used as a way of emphasizing a particular event or observation, which is similar to prose. [1] Poetry The stylistics of poetry may differ with different poets and Walter Jackson Bate (1963, p.50) mentions the case of Keats as self defensive in some poems. The following line of Keats to god ‘Give me women, wine and snuff’ (Jackson bate, 50) Can be termed as a case of self defence and also carries the sense of ‘longing’ to the next line ‘Until I cry out ‘’Hold enough!”(50). Though the next line has a connection with the first two, the meaning of the lines go further into the explanation. He cries that “you may do so sans objection”(50). And continues the same sense for the second line once more as “Till the day of resurrection”(50). [2] That means Keats in this poem is narrating his obsessions and asking god to fulfil them. The poem as a whole explains the wanting of the poet, and the expression changes with each two lines. In this regard, Thrope (1926) analyses the works of Keats as the ones that have antithesis in them.
Introduction This paper is aimed to reflect on 1) fake news vs. editorial, 2) analysis (expertise), and 3) anytime/anyplace access to information. It will dwell upon their trends, issues, opportunities, and impact on society. Besides, the paper will provide evidence to proof the point. Fake News vs. Editorial Existing possibilities of sharing information fast have resulted in the fact that some of the news appears to be a hoax. Fake news is common, and the trend is to use them to influence the public opinion. The issue is that some people tend to believe and, thus, get misled. The goals which are followed in the case of fake news might be different, ranging from intention to impress the public to mere political or economic issues. Apart from that, using fake news allows manipulating the public opinion. The impact which fake news could have might appear to be the one of the Grecian horse (Stein-Smith 3). As for editorials, they tend to reveal the editor’s opinion. Editors can present some factual information through the prism of their viewpoint. This is not mere fake news but just a personal evaluation of notions or events (Dale 321). The trend is to express the opinion in an open way. Besides, the stranger it might sound, the better it is perceived in the society. Nowadays, people like arguing. Thus, provocative editorials at the edge of fake news are common. The opportunity is to reflect on the issue and arrive at the right conclusion (Gross R2). The impact is that some readers tend to accept the editor’s opinion. Analysis (Expertise) With the growth of the amount of information, it has become important to be able to analyze it. Expertise is critical when it comes to the issue of the quality of information. The major trend is to use modern technologies which help to facilitate the process of conducting analysis and expertise (Sethi and Gil par. 2). There are many devices and tools which might be involved in the analysis. The issue is that a thorough analysis requires not only machinery assistance. It might also entrain much effort from the part of a specialist who is expected to work out right parameters for the expertise (Sethi and Gil par. 5-7). When it comes to opportunities which analysis is likely to provide, it is important to mention the necessity of processing a large amount of information. Besides, the analysis allows answering the questions on the quality of information, including reliability and relativity (Sethi and Gil par. 7). As for the impact of the analysis, it appears to be rather controversial. On the one hand, it assists in processing information. On the other hand, it could be used as a means of manipulation of the public consciousness. Despite this, the analysis is critical (Sethi and Gil par. 12). Anytime/Anyplace Access to Information With the rapid development of the technologies which the humanity has been facing over the past three decades, anytime/anyplace ac
The war that led to the independence of the US was fought between 1775 and 1783. It is commonly referred to as the American Revolution. Thirteen American colonies came together to fight Britain to become an independent nation, USA. The war was long because Britain was the greatest nation in the world at that time. One year into the war, the thirteen colonies declared independence and separated from the colonialists and forged an alliance with France whose main role was to bring a military balance between the two fighting sides. The complexity of the war was based on the fact that Americans were divided into three. Those who remained loyal to the King of Britain were loyalists, those who wanted independence were called patriots, and the others remained neutral. These divisions made it difficult for all the colonies to stand united against Britain. The major cause of the revolution was Republicanism. Americans had established liberty that was enjoyed all citizens and Britain was opposed to it (Davidson 112). This was a supplement to the issue of Americans demanding to be enjoined through parliament in setting the taxes. The matter was regarded as an issue of representation and therefore people demanded to be consulted. The success of the thirteen colonies could b attributed to several factors. The British failed to suppress Massachusetts. Britain valued the thirteen colonies because they were the richest and most developed in the whole Empire. The generals of Britain tactically failed to subdue Boston because of the strategy employed by the citizens. They formed a provisional government, trained militia groups, and set informers within the British Empire. They established the minute men system that was used in raising alarms. This structure was well coordinated and as such Britain could not infiltrate. In Britain decided to engage in a combat with Boston in 1975 after all her political maneuvers had failed. This turned out to be disastrous as the minute men were very effeicient. Major John Pitcaim the man who led the mission failed miserably (Langguth 88). The Americans tasted victory when they launched a seemingly impossible mission during the Battle of Bunker Hill in Boston in 1777. The structural organization of the Americans worked to their advantage. The war was coordinated by the Continental Congress that was headed by George Washington, a wealthy tobacco planter with military experience. As the commander in chief, he lost many battles against the well oiled British Army but won the most important one that was fought at the end. The structure allowed unity to prevail through the ranks in the forces.
Introduction The Middle East’s economy has been growing rapidly within the past three decades. This development has catalyzed the emergence of different business firms and new lifestyles. Consumer behaviors and purchasing trends have changed significantly over the years. This change has led to the proliferation of shopping malls and business centers in nations such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Such malls are capable of supporting the needs of the population. This discussion presents a detailed SWOT analysis of Khalidiyah Mall in the UAE. SWOT Analysis Khalidiyah Mall is one of the prestigious shopping centers in the UAE. Situated at Abu Dhabi, the mall has managed to support the needs of many customers in the country. The center delivers an unforgettable shopping experience to different clients, such as local citizens and tourists. The mall is owned by EMKE Group. This group has many supermarkets and hypermarkets in different parts of the world. The success of the EMKE Group is associated with the strengths and opportunities of this mall. Such strengths can be tapped to address the mall’s weaknesses and threats. Strengths   * EMKE Group uses an effective leadership model to guide and monitor most of the activities and initiatives implemented at the mall. The mall is managed by competent people who understand the unique needs of more customers from diverse cultural backgrounds or societies.   * The mall boasts of three levels of space. The space is elegant and attracts different entrepreneurs who market a wide range of products such as furniture, consumer electronics, cosmetics, and apparel. These high-quality products meet the changing expectations of many people.   * Khalidiyah Mall has unrestrained food courts that offer a wide array of international culinary and cuisine. This model is supported using various restaurants and cafes that serve premium foods and drinks to consumers from diverse backgrounds.   * Many people recognize and admire the mall because of its distinctive architectural design. Analysts and architects acknowledge that the architectural style exhibited by this structure appears to blend the present with the past. On top of shopping, visitors can take a look at this attention-grabbing structure at the heart of Abu Dhabi.   * The mall is characterized by a commendable customer service model. The mall has an office at the entrance that is dedicated to concerns and complaints raised by different customers. There is a shopping guide with stores, products sold, and telephone numbers. The parking lot is equipped with wheelchairs to serve every disabled person visiting the mall. Weaknesses   * The business model implemented at the mall presents a major challenge to the EMKE Group. Although the group promotes appropriate strategies to ensure the targeted customers receive exemp
Dissociative disorders include several mental illnesses that one can experience. American Psychiatric Association defines dissociative disorders as a variety of issues connected to the mental functioning of a person (“What are dissociative disorders?”, n.d.). These disorders include symptoms such as issues with “memory, identity, emotion, perception, behavior, and sense of self” (“What are dissociative disorders?”, n.d., para 1). They are often associated with the previous trauma that one had experienced. Dorahy et al. (2014) state that about 1 % of the population is affected by this issue. However, there are controversies regarding the illness, as some people do not believe that it represents a real state of a person. Regardless of the discussions that surround dissociative disorders, it is essential to value patients’ mental health and provide them with a proper treatment plan. The main controversy that surrounds the diagnosis is the disbelief that many people have. They are questioning whether the symptoms that people are experiencing are real or fake. The problem of whether the disease is a trend that people follow for various reasons arises. Dorahy et al. (2014) found empirical evidence that the disorder exists. The authors state that the one possible cause of the controversies is the fact that it is a complicated issue. Thus, the understanding of it requires in-depth research that many people may dismiss. Some people argue that the premise of the disease being caused by childhood trauma is not substantial as there is no way to prove that the memory of abuse is truthful. The controversy can be described as “causality which pertains to repressed memories” (“Contemplating the controversies of dissociative identity disorder”, 2013, para 4). It can be argued that some people may pretend to have childhood trauma, and say that they do not remember the exact event that had caused it. Alternatively, it is possible that some people may make up such an event that never existed for a variety of reasons. This possibility has caused many disputes regarding the diagnostics of dissociative disorders. The lack of empirical studies regarding dissociative disorders allows these controversies to continue. Reinders et al. (2016) state that there is a number of people that pretend to have symptoms of this disease, which is what leads to the controversy in the first place. However, their research has proven that there are differences in brain activity of the test subjects without a dissociative disorder and those who were diagnosed with it. Thus, the disease does exist although some people may try to fake its symptoms. The controversies regarding the causes of dissociative disorders and whether these illnesses exist have not been dismissed entirely. However, professionals are questioning other aspects of the issue. Noel (2016) states that the controversy exists regarding the treatment pl
Direct marketing has been around for many centuries. The methods used continue to vary with every age and generation. Levinson et al., (2007) state, “Marketing continues to evolve and mature” (p. xi). As long as the need to place products and provide services to consumers exists, direct marketing will remain. As opposed to mass marketing, it provides marketers with an immediate response to their marketing efforts. It ensures that marketing efforts target specific consumers. This increases the chance of getting business while minimizing waste associated with untargeted marketing. Direct marketing in the digital age employs digital technology to conduct marketing campaigns. The internet is the media of choice. It however necessitates the development and maintenance of databases. These databases provide marketers with the necessary information from which they develop marketing campaigns. The development of a database is a painstaking process. It requires that each consumer who interacts with the company leave certain information with the company. The companies then uses the database to, “locate potential customers and to generate sales leads” (Armstrong & Kotler, 2011, p.476). The information collected and stored in such a database may include “a customer’s demographics (age, income, family members, birthdays), psychographics (activities, interests, and opinions), and buying behavior (buying preferences and the frequency, and monetary value – RFM – of past purchases)” (Armstrong & Kotler, 2011, p.476). Once developed, the database is a very potent tool for targeting sales and promotion efforts to reach specific customers. Very advanced forms of analysis are necessary to take advantage of the information contained in the database (Porter, 1991). This acquisition and storage of large volumes of personal data is what creates concerns for many people. The online environment is a new area of human experience. There are still many valid fears surrounding various issues regarding participation in it. The key privacy concerns internet users have include security concerns, and nuisance. Security concerns revolve around internet fraud and identity theft. Nuisance sources include spam, malware, and viruses. The retention of private information in marketing databases makes individuals vulnerable to these forms of online privacy concerns. Apart from unsolicited mails, promotions, and targeting by the marketing company, there are also issues relating to third parties accessing those databases, and using the information to reach a private individual for their own purposes. In authoritarian states, such databases may provide authorities with the information they need to crack down on personal freedoms. For consumers to remain willing to share their personal information with online marketing companies there is need to develop and maintain stringent security and marketing policies that will reassure their clients. The companies keeping databases ne
Even though that there is much of a moralistically sounding vagueness to the description of what the partners for Global Community Kelowna do, it is still possible to identify the actual scope of these organizations’ activities: Dare to Be This organization consists of ‘soccer moms’, who due to being particularly ‘bright’, do believe that it is indeed possible to provide the community with ‘fair-trade products at a fair price’. Despite the fact that the GCK’s web site does not mention the definition of what the notion of a ‘fair-trade product’ stands for, we can well assume that this notion has to do with the concerned women’s naïve belief that, for as long a particular product features a ‘sweatshop free’ logo, this is indeed being the case. Fullstop This particular organization is ‘dedicated to stopping injustice against women’ through education. In other words, its activities are concerned with raising money, in order to promote the self-evident idea that mistreating women is wrong. The description of what this organization does, tactfully avoids mentioning whether the Lombrosian types of men, predetermined to abuse women on a genetic level, can be ‘educated’ to act otherwise. Gifts to Grandmothers The members of this organization, who are being obviously just as ‘bright’, as the members of Dare to Be , sew and sell handbags, in time free from bellyful idling. The obtained money they transfer to the elderly women in Nigeria and Ethiopia, while expecting that this will indeed help the latter to raise the swarms of their orphaned (due to the ongoing civil war ) grandchildren, and to consequently send them to the Harvard university. Global Citizens for Change This organization sends volunteers to the Third world countries, so that they can enlighten the impoverished locals on the benefits of ‘democracy’, take photographs of themselves in front of the slums (the so-called ‘extreme tourism’), come back to Canada and take pride in having made the world a ‘better place’. Hope for the Nations This organization is dedicated to ensuring the ‘reduction of poverty’ and promoting ‘gender equity’, across the world. As the GCK ’s description implies, this is being achieved by the mean of the organization’s members holding conferences, during the course of which they congratulate themselves on having made a ‘difference’, while taking advantage of the conveniently situated smorgasbords with food – the most important element of th
The fashion style inherent to hippies is known to everyone; however, the history of its development and significance has often been overlooked. Hippies wanted their clothing to serve a broader purpose than just making them look good or keeping them warm. Vibrant colors, loose silhouettes and cuts, the peace sign, and flowers will forever be associated with the multiculturalistic and naturalistic approach to life. The nature of the hippie movement was characterized by a protest against the established capitalist rule in the US that had a strict etiquette about wearing clothing. Hippies wore bright patterns to reflect their hectic but liberating lifestyle, which also promoted the use of recreational drugs. Because of this, the hippie cultural movement became extremely influential and grew in size to capture the attention of people from different societal layers. Studying the fashion of the hippie culture is important because it illustrates the changes that society had undergone in the 1960s not only with regards to the style of clothing that people wore but also why they wore them and what message they wanted to communicate. Review of Literature Researchers that studied the hippie culture and fashion usually took two approaches that are quite different. While some focused on exploring the reasons for the fashion’s development, how it progressed, and what it meant, others preferred to analyze the style from the perspective of patterns, colors, and cuts. San Francisco was determined to be the city where hippies originated as it was demographically unique as well as scandalous compared to the rest of the cities on the US map. Moretta (2017) explained that the hippie movement was difficult to define because “it included everyone, excluded no one” (p. 36). There was no unified opinion about what hippies wore; there were no requirements for gender, race, or age to participate in the movement. In its essence, hippies represented a “counterculture club” where everyone was free “to do their own thing” (Moretta, 2017, p. 36). Garments that were immediately associated with the hippie culture included bright and unusual designs that some thought to be attention-seeking (Hill, 2016). Psychedelic patterns that mimic the landscapes of nature, flowers, animals, and other natural imagery were valuable parts of the fashion, as seen from the image (Figure 1) of George Harrison and Pattie Boyd (refer to Appendices). Shapes that hippies preferred in their clothing include bell-bottoms, large and voluminous blouses, and dresses, and long flowy skirts and capes. Accessories often included multiple beads and flowers; headbands were especially popular both among men and women. Related trades in personal appearance complemented the entire style and free spirit of the hippie movement: men wore beards and long hair while women chose to stay away from bras and preferred their hair to grow out naturally (Figure 2). The philosophy behind such choices of appearance was associated with a