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Dystopian Future Rhetorical Analysis, Aaron Burney
Dystopian Future Rhetorical Analysis, Aaron Burney
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With Dystopian futures it has its focus on a more adult audience. With its gritty environments and conflict related to the real world while also having that hint of adventure, adults can find entertainment in the genre. With games such as Fallout for its more historical viewpoint, Half Life for its cover art and Cyberpunk2077 for its Reddit with its unique style.
Atlanta’S Underground Street Racing, Alexander Velha
Atlanta’S Underground Street Racing, Alexander Velha
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Every area is known for something, whether it's sports, food, or even tourism, but where I’m from we are known for other reasons. Street Racing. If you’re from Atlanta you already know what street racing down here is about. It’s a lifestyle. We all have the same goal. To beat the other driver and that’s the way all true racers perceive it. It has been around for ages, and it will be around for ages to come.
We All Live In A Computer World, Benjamin Hartman
We All Live In A Computer World, Benjamin Hartman
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German electronic artist Kraftwerk is known for their groundbreaking synth albums. Their album Computer World is about life with computers and technology, and the future that unravels with it. Through several compositions, like the album cover or the music within, the theme of technology is baked into every form of media Computer World has been released in.
My Favorite Day, Bryanna Montas
My Favorite Day, Bryanna Montas
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t is my favorite day of the week, Wednesday. I woke up to the sound of nature, birds chirping, and the swinging movement of trees, also known as the setting, I chose for my alarm clock. I do my usual upstairs routine which consists of making my bed, brushing my teeth, and cleaning my bathroom. My downstairs routine consists of making myself two sunny side eggs with my special blueberry yogurt parfait; the thought of the sweet honey combined with the saltiness from the yolk was stuck in my head. When I finish, I then take my dogs, Leo and …
The Ultimate Remedy Of Boredom, Christian Mclain
The Ultimate Remedy Of Boredom, Christian Mclain
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College students have a lot on their plates. From the mind-numbing lectures they must sit through to the grueling assignments that one professor always assigns, these students usually are looking for a way to unwind. Students often will quickly turn to the popular procrastination tool of video games, but there are many circumstances where there are not that many people who play the same game or any of the few students that do are caught up with schoolwork, hobbies, clubs, or sports they participate in. However, at Kennesaw State University everyone shares one idea on what the best video game …
Meals In Mississippi, Fayth Ousby
Meals In Mississippi, Fayth Ousby
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I grew up in a small town known as Goodman. My family has spent many years here as we own most of the land in said town. While my ancestors migrated here, our ways of cultivating have made a considerable impact on the town. I got to enjoy fresh fruit every morning and vegetables straight from the field. We have always had an abundance of food, so much that we share it with everyone. Everything from the berries and watermelon to beans and cotton. It was a large gathering place for the town as well. Even at this moment, the …
A Day Of Laughter And Friendship, James Hall
A Day Of Laughter And Friendship, James Hall
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After brushing my teeth and washing my face, I decided to go back into my dark room and click the power button on my Playstation. One of my friends named Greg was texting and calling me saying get on Madden. I decided to start a party chat and invite him so we could talk while playing. When we finally loaded up the game, he invited me and he took a long time trying to figure out if he wanted to pick the white or orange uniform. It was around 9:30 am and it was my first game of the day …
It’S Always A Pleasure, Hannah Joseph
It’S Always A Pleasure, Hannah Joseph
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It is 3:30 PM, the final school bell rings and students rush out, tired from a long day of school and ready to go eat some food. The closest food available is the popular fast-food chain, Chick-fil-A. Arriving at the restaurant, Lassiter students laughing, and it becomes super busy due to all the students getting out and the Lassiter teachers in the drive-through to grab a quick meal before heading home to grade papers. There is a strong smell of fried chicken, making customers eager to get their food. Slowly, I realized that all the customers were from Lassiter High …
Living With Depression, Joseph Harris
Living With Depression, Joseph Harris
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The genre of my home is living with depression. This is worth analyzing because more people need to talk about it, and a lot of people deal with it every day, especially younger people. This essay will go over an audio/visual modality, a purely text/visual modality, and an audio/face-to-face modality. These are worth analyzing because they give a basis of information to people who don’t understand what it feels like, but also to give solace to the people who live with it every day. The first analysis to be done is over a YouTube video.
Afrobeat, Angel Emetuche
Afrobeat, Angel Emetuche
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Afrobeat is known for its ability to blend various musical elements, including traditional African rhythms, jazz, funk, highlife, and more. This fusion of styles gives Afrobeat a unique and eclectic sound that appeals to a diverse audience. Music is an integral part of our everyday lives, and it comes in a diverse array of genres, each with its unique characteristics and patterns. These musical genres not only reflect distinctive styles and traditions but also cater to a wide range of tastes, emotions, various musical patterns, and elements. Afro beat is one of the major music genres popping out in the …
A Day In My “Mostly” Lazy Life, Jonathan Yi
A Day In My “Mostly” Lazy Life, Jonathan Yi
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I managed to wake up early that day on the surprisingly uncomfortable bed, or what is more accurately described as an itchy mattress laying on barren wooden frames, that I slept on in my room. This was practically a miracle, as I had gone to sleep past midnight, as I usually do. I still somehow managed to miss all the birds singing in the morning, or perhaps it was so early that I had woken up before the birds, which is even more unlikely.
Dancing With Tradition And Joy, Celina Bartolo-Jacobo
Dancing With Tradition And Joy, Celina Bartolo-Jacobo
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An infectious rhythm that is accompanied by a spirited performance, full of joy that can transform even the quietest of people and draw them out of their shells. It’s the type of dance you want to be a part of even if you do not know what you are doing. Each step can be like an invitation to write your own story and feel the pulse of life run through you.
A Day In The Life Of Luke Strickland, Luke M. Strickland
A Day In The Life Of Luke Strickland, Luke M. Strickland
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My eyes slowly opened. Daylight was streaming through my dorm room window. I rolled over onto my back underneath my warm blankets and glanced over to my roommate’s bed. He was still asleep. I flipped my phone over to check the time. One press of the home button woke it up, revealing my black-and white lock screen. It was still a little over a half an hour before I needed to get up, so I just lay there in bed, thinking about what to do. Going back to sleep crossed my mind, but I decided against it, I was already …
A Day In The Life, Malachi Brooks
A Day In The Life, Malachi Brooks
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Waking up to the sound of my dog barking at 7:34 in the morning is not ideal, but when he needs to go outside, he makes it known. With my zombie like movement, I start to walk to the backdoor as i’m still trying to wake up, my energetic yorkie starts doing circles around me panting the closer I get to the door. Once I open the door the cold breeze hits me immediately as I am wearing white and black shorts with an old black t-shirt of Michael Jackson’s “Bad” album cover.
Mexican Street Tacos: The Unofficial Official Food Of La, Gigi Bruno
Mexican Street Tacos: The Unofficial Official Food Of La, Gigi Bruno
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Los Angeles is home to hundreds of street food vendors. Street food carts and stands are abundant at almost every street corner in all of Los Angeles. The diversity of food and options are one of the main reasons of what makes the city great. Los Angeles streets offers from fresh fruit stands, to sizzling bacon wrapped hot dogs and their infamous street tacos. Simply because of the many things that make them incredibly delicious, the tacos are the unofficial official street food. Mexican street tacos are one of the foods that Los Angeles is known for. Even though they …
Truffle Cakes: A Family Tradition, Sam Haygood
Truffle Cakes: A Family Tradition, Sam Haygood
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What looks to be an ordinary chocolate cake sits unassumingly on a plate, but as the spoon pushes in for the first bite, it cracks through the outer crust of the cake and unexpectedly sinks into the center. Something special is about to come. As the spoon pulls out, the cake appears to be almost melting off the edge, and the prospect of waiting to eat it seems near impossible. This is the experience of my family’s best special occasion dessert, the truffle cake.
Cyber Me Punk, Travius Franklin
Cyber Me Punk, Travius Franklin
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Cyberpunk is a science fiction sub-genre focusing on dystopian futuristic settings focusing on high-tech and the negatives of technological advancement. The focus or literary analysis is the effects of rapid technological expansion and human response to this rapid expansion. Some everyday things seen in this genre are rebellion, the convergence of man and machine, and anti-authority.
J’S Gourmet Grocery & Deli, Bryce Mccaskill
J’S Gourmet Grocery & Deli, Bryce Mccaskill
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Everyone has that one grocery store they go to regularly, whether it's because of the convenience, options, or even the prices. In Parkchester, J’s Gourmet Grocery & Deli is the unofficial Deli of the neighborhood. Their convenient location along with their customer service and variety of store items are what make them the best Deli to go to.
Love Of Fountains In Architecture, John Charlton
Love Of Fountains In Architecture, John Charlton
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Fountains should be the unofficial, official architectural feature of Kansas City. Some fountains are more prominent and grander than life, while others are simple. When I lived in Kansas City, I would always love to look for fountains and see their many variations in the city. I enjoyed seeing each fountain and how they related to the structures around them. Fountains are an essential feature within this city, and the decision to include fountains in different architectural structures adds character and a distinctive theme to Kansas City.
Ghosts And Hockey Combined For Savannah’S Entertainment, Mark Surber
Ghosts And Hockey Combined For Savannah’S Entertainment, Mark Surber
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Savannah is a city near the Georgia coast with a rich ghost history. This community was recently given their own semi-professional hockey team. The community along with the city and the hockey team owner combined their rich ghost history and their passion for hockey together with the creation of the Savannah Ghost Pirates.
Atlanta Anthems, Richard D. Booker
Atlanta Anthems, Richard D. Booker
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An Atlanta anthem is a work of art created to explain, visualize, or celebrate what goes on in the city of Atlanta. Atlanta anthems can be in the form of a song, drawing, graphic, video, etc. Atlanta anthems often convey their message by showing the lifestyles, activities, and common traditions of the average Atlanta native. Prime examples of Atlanta anthems are the song “Welcome to Atlanta” by Jermaine Dupri and Ludacris, the music video “A-Town” by Lil Baby and Marlo, and the Culture album cover by Migos.
The Genre Of Teen Romance Displays Peoples Wants In Love, Tiffany Strickland
The Genre Of Teen Romance Displays Peoples Wants In Love, Tiffany Strickland
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The genre of teen romance has gained immense popularity among teens and young adults due to its gradual build-up of romance, spontaneity, while capturing how confusing young love can be. To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, “Lover”, by Taylor Swift, and The Cute Homecoming Proposals Pinterest post by Shelly Martini are all great examples of this genre.
Weekending In Woolsey, Walter Fulton
Weekending In Woolsey, Walter Fulton
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The sun begins to peak through the blinds, rising over the lake in the backyard. Birds have been chirping for the last 30 or so minutes, and I roll over to grab my phone and check the time. 6:45. I try to get 15 or 30 more minutes of sleep to no avail. I can hear my little brother upstairs running around and figure I will get up to make some breakfast.
Looking Into Royal Fantasy Romance, Azaleah Hill
Looking Into Royal Fantasy Romance, Azaleah Hill
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Storytelling takes many forms, from digital to traditional print, and even television screens no matter the genre. Still, the appeal of fantasy and romance has always been a factor in captivating audiences. Like I Am the Villain, where fate and desires, collide, or From Ash and Blood, where worlds are turned upside down, and love battles death, or Once Upon a Time, where our lovely fairytale idols go through bloody battles and hardships. All these fall under the genre of Royal Romance Fantasy and each of them offers a different experience that invokes a range of emotions. These stories not …
The Spooky Science Behind Halloween Ads, Ashton Restrepo
The Spooky Science Behind Halloween Ads, Ashton Restrepo
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An underrated aspect of Halloween is its marketability. From movies, TV shows, toys, figurines, and costumes, consumers everywhere are always looking for a valuable purchase during the October season. To capitalize on their seasonal opportunity, Halloween stores wait patiently throughout the year until their respective season to unleash the iconic Halloween advertisement. Examples of these ads include a Spirit Halloween 2021 ad featuring audio qualities of Halloween, a Phantom Superstores image displaying many rhetorical connections with a Halloween audience, and a Party City Halloween video that utilizes many Halloween conventions.
Braedon's Day, Braedon Baker
Braedon's Day, Braedon Baker
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The sound of my 7:00 a.m. alarm brought me back to consciousness and out of my dreams. My mouth was parched, making my desire to fall right back asleep irrelevant. The water felt healing as it went down. I got up in a daze, struggling to find my way to the small orange dot indicating the light switch in my dorm room. A singular bulb illuminated the entire room, blinding me briefly. With my vision returned, I twisted off the top of the smooth glass container to obtain one of my morning supplements. Moringa to start, then comes the probiotics, …
Back To School, Claudia Morales
Back To School, Claudia Morales
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Every year around August, students and parents prepare for the new school semester. Which means it is back to school shopping and for both students and parents to find the best school supplies. Around this time, back to school shopping is presented in different ways, such as on Instagram, radio stations, and TikTok.
School Day, Cole Palmer
School Day, Cole Palmer
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I wake up to a deafening noise that has haunted me for years, the “Night Owl” ring tone, it is a soft dinging noise. I am really dreading my upcoming packed full day. I slowly climb out of my cool and comfortable bed and make my way towards the backdoor.
Supermarket Advertisements, Connor Whelan
Supermarket Advertisements, Connor Whelan
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Advertisements are everywhere. They can be found on every single form of media that is produced today. Some may find them annoying, however they have become an integral part of modern society. They help the community invest in businesses and enable the people to get what they need. While many different things have been advertised over the years, advertisements that were made for supermarkets stand out. These ads will typically target local neighborhoods since that is where most of their business comes from. Their goal is simple: to imprint on a large quantity of people and convince them that they …
Clayton County’S Unofficial Official Thing, Ezavier Miller
Clayton County’S Unofficial Official Thing, Ezavier Miller
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A person found themselves in Clayton County, and they see all the various wing spots and wonder why? Well because wings are the official unofficial food for Clayton County. The first part is Clayton County has a large concentration of wing spots within Georgia. If everyone goes on to an online map of clayton county then search for wing places anyone will see Forest Park, Jonesboro, Riverdale, and Stockbridge has one of the most concentrated areas of wing spot. Anybody can always find another place selling wings even if they do miss one while moving about in Clayton County. Keep …