Most recent public comments by jacie owens https://nowcomment.com/users/88516 https://nowcomment.com/documents/251840?scroll_to=2302178 https://nowcomment.com/documents/251840?scroll_to=2302178 This quote describes his aunt's constant struggle. He says that she was constantly exposed to the harsh winds and had to drink alkaline water that warped her figure. We learned in the previous paragraph that she lived in Nebraska for 30+ years so this adds to the theme that she is resilient and strong because she had to endure these tough conditions yet never left. Fri, 29 Jan 2021 17:30:56 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/251840?scroll_to=2302176 https://nowcomment.com/documents/251840?scroll_to=2302176 This sentence tells us the time period and the living conditions his aunt experienced. We know that she was a Homesteader in Nebraska so we can assume that this is set in the 1860s-1880s or somewhere in that time period. We also know that she had to settle in Nebraska so we know that she is resilient and strong because she started from the group up. This help builds the theme that his aunt is strong and determined. Fri, 29 Jan 2021 17:25:34 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/251840?scroll_to=2302175 https://nowcomment.com/documents/251840?scroll_to=2302175 This sentence gives us context to his relationship with his aunt and he is clearly being thrown back into negative memories of living on the farm. He says, "I felt the knuckles of my thumb tentatively, as they were raw again." This is obviously a negative memory and we can see that his aunt's presence, or even name, brings up traumatic memories. This creates a suspenseful feeling for the reader because they know will want to know why he is so traumatized by his aunt. Fri, 29 Jan 2021 17:20:56 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/236670?scroll_to=2168642 https://nowcomment.com/documents/236670?scroll_to=2168642 I agree. In a society where free thought and individualism are stressed those thoughts and ideas would hold meaning in most or all circumstances. Do I agree that the American government didn't require education? No, because intelligence pushes society forward but if you're really going to stress individual choices then it should be allowed in all circumstances. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 22:43:58 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/236670?scroll_to=2166715 https://nowcomment.com/documents/236670?scroll_to=2166715 In this quote, Thoreau argues that no man is obligated to fight against injustice. All people reserve the right to be silent or even disagree with any given protest. This demonstrates the romantic ideals of free thought and individualism. He argues that even when the majority believes one thing is morally correct everyone is still allowed to make decisions for themselves. This relates to our current society. Everyone has the right to free speech without suppression from the government which is something that Thoreau argues for in Civil Disobedience. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 20:10:59 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/236670?scroll_to=2164232 https://nowcomment.com/documents/236670?scroll_to=2164232 This is the best line in the text because it sums up his entire argument. It says that a state that allows freedom of the people and respect for all opinions is a good state. By saying this he argues that there should not be an oppressive government but instead a welcoming and accepting community where everyone can express their own individuality. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:16:11 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/225810?scroll_to=2050675 https://nowcomment.com/documents/225810?scroll_to=2050675 Its kind of like hes saying that the natives will haunt them Wed, 16 Sep 2020 16:23:47 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/225810?scroll_to=2050653 https://nowcomment.com/documents/225810?scroll_to=2050653 The word invisible implies that something is present but it cannot be seen. The use of this word proves how truly sacred these lands were because the natives will forever live and appreciate the land. Wed, 16 Sep 2020 16:19:04 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/225810?scroll_to=2050624 https://nowcomment.com/documents/225810?scroll_to=2050624 The use of the word hallowed helps to emphasize the significance of the lands inhabited by the natives. Wed, 16 Sep 2020 16:30:29 -0400