You've been introduced to the performing art, that is, Bedrich Smetana's symphonic poem cycle called My Country. In this project, you'll be using the cycle's beautiful second symphonic poem-The Moldau. All you have to do now is choose one
of two paintings below and compare and contrast that painting with the music.
1. Choose a painting.
Study the paintings below by clicking on the links, and then choose the one you'd like to use for comparison with
Smetana's music.
Choice A: John Constable The Hay Wain
Choice B. J.M. W. Turner The Battle of Trafalgar
2. Listen to the symphonic poem.
Listen to this expressive music again to refresh your memory.

Before you officially compare and contrast the music and the painting, you'll want to learn as much as you can about each
of them. Take some time to research both the musical work and your chosen painting. As you research, take notes
separately about them, including information in these areas:
• the artist and the composer-what is special about them
• subject--what the subject of each is
• historical context-when and where they were created
• significance of the works-why they were created
• theme of the works-what each of the two works symbolizes, stands for, or means
• prevalent emotion(s) of the works-what feeling(s) they communicate

After you've analyzed and researched the music and the painting, compare your two sets of notes. What do the two works
have in common? How are they the same? How are they different? You might want to make a list of the similarities and
differences
Write an essay of no less than 300 words comparing and contrasting the two pieces. Include reference to the following
items:
• the title and artist of each piece
• subject of each piece
• historical context of each piece
• significance of each piece
.theme of each piece
• emotion of each piece
• your opinion on which piece is most effectively Romantic in style, and why you think so.

Voluntourism: an opportunity too good to be true a speech to the student body of evergreen high [1] picture this: it's spring break, and you fly off to some country where there's lush rainforests and beautiful, blue coastlines to explore. there's also people in need, so you decide to blend your vacation with volunteering. volunteering as a tourist, or voluntourism, seems like a great way to explore new regions and people at the same time. however, this "volunteer plus travel" experience can actually harm local communities. while many teens might view traveling and volunteering abroad as a worthwhile adventure, there are more genuine and effective ways to make a difference. [2] most would agree that volunteering in general is a worthy use of time. however, what if you found out the children you are "" are actually being kept in poor conditions so voluntourists will spend money to come to the local area? dale rolfe, a supporter of ethical voluntourism, explains the shocking reality that "animal sanctuaries and orphanages are often manufactured for the voluntourist…encouraging a cycle of exploiting the very animals and children the volunteers are trying to ." [3] proponents of the "volunteer plus travel" experience also argue that traveling to new places builds character and is a valuable way to learn about different cultures. with voluntourism, however, participants often pursue experiences that are all about them. for example, they sign up to build a school for a gold star on their resume, but they have no real building skills and take jobs away from local construction workers (schulten). or, they arrive to teach english but instead take selfies with the locals. one world traveler and ethical voluntourist believes voluntourism "can perpetuate small minded views of the world by taking insulated, fake, and structured experiences and selling them as unabridged and eye opening" (carlos). the voluntour experience is a mirage. the voluntourist's eyes are not opened to real life at the destination, and lasting change is not achieved. [4] if you want a genuine experience where you can see a lasting impact, there are better options than voluntourism. you can volunteer in your local community. give an hour every week to your town's animal rescue. serve monthly dinners to the homeless. be a reliable, positive influence on a child who needs a mentor. studies show that volunteering and forming lasting relationships with those you has a positive impact on your physical and emotional health. in fact, blood pressure is reduced, memory is improved, and rates of depression are reduced (michaels). [5] there is another reason to look into alternatives to voluntourism. did you know the average "voluntour" travel package costs $3,400 (rolfe)? could that travel money be better spent? if the world's citizens are your passion, it could go to an international organization. if you care about education, your funds can be used to buy books for students in faraway lands. if you want villagers to have clean water, contribute funds to local efforts to dig wells. if you want to experience a different culture, travel to the country as a guest, and learn from the locals how you can best them after you've returned home. but do not voluntour. [6] in reality, there are better ways to make a difference. voluntourism might appear to be an adventure that blends travel and others, but it does little except provide a costly, superficial experience that might actually do more harm than good. so, volunteer where you are most needed-at home, where you can stay to see the job through and form genuine, lasting relationships. choose a beautiful coastline closer to home and send the travel money you saved to an international organization that will put it to good use. whatever you do, don't turn someone else's hardship into your vacation. which paragraphs address the counterclaim of the argument? paragraphs 1 and 6 paragraphs 2 and 3 paragraphs 3 and 4 paragraphs 4 and 5

What is the best definition of the underlined word as it is used in the sentence? a statement of wit or amusement an expression of disapproval or condemnation a sentiment of indifference or apathy an exclamation of profound admiration or esteem

Who was influential in tolkien's life first? a) c. s. lewis b) the inklings c) tolkien's children d) fr. francis morgan