The Life of Frederick Douglass: Orator & Reformer
Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) was the most influential black orator of the 19th century. His autobiographies, newspapers and thousands of speeches …
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Eight Famous African Americans During the Revolutionary War
Important names from the Civil War Era and the Civil Rights Movement are common knowledge: Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Malcom X and Martin …
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Navigating Test Prep: Advice to Help with Study Skills & Strategy
When a major standardized test is looming, you know you need to prepare – but choosing among the myriad available study materials can be confusing. To …
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How to Write a Love Poem: Tips for All Writing Levels
Valentine’s Day is the ultimate time to write occasional poetry. I don’t mean to write poetry occasionally, rather to write for a …
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Introduction to Existentialism: Thinkers and Writers
Existentialism can be best defined by going straight to the root of the word: exist. The philosophy is about human existence and our choices. It …
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Nine African-American Writers Who Changed History
America is a story of slavery, racial inequality and oppression. These authors, and many more, shaped the history and told the story of this …
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Eight Famous Female Authors: Women Who Changed the Literary World
There are many women of the literary world that have become famous for their works. Here are eight female authors who left the world a different …
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"12 Angry Men" Characters & Plot Study Guide
The play “Twelve Angry Men” was adapted by Sherman L. Sergel from the Emmy award-winning television movie written by Reginald Rose. Read this study …
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History & Form of the Haiku: Learn How to Write a Haiku
Haiku is a Japanese poetic form typically consisting of one five syllable line, one seven, and one five. Its simplicity and accessibility have …
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Writing a 10 by 10 Poem: Sharpen Your Creative Writing Skills
My favorite poetic form is the ten-by-ten: a one-hundred beat poem crafted from ten lines of ten syllables each. A good ten-by-ten is like a …
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