He persuaded the slave that the land was considered the bottom of Heaven and the best land there was. ... When in all actuality, her actions subliminally made them better people. ... There were always different people running in and out of her house. ... While attending primary school, Sula meets Nel whom she has been around for five years but was never able to talk to because Nel mother advised her to stay away from Sula because of her mother's promiscuous ways. ... Sula heard her mother tell a friend "Sure you do, you love her just like I love Sula. ...

• Word Count: 2894
• Approx Pages: 12
• Grade Level: High School

Size Up a Prospective Mate Meeting The first time a man and a woman meet under the arrangement of the match-maker is referred to as "a matchmaking interview." ... For instance, the boy's parents will meet the girl, or the girls parents meet with the boy. Some open-minded parents sometimes allow the young couple to meet in an informal or coincidental manner. ... In today's China, there are some special ways for young people to meet each other. ... Therefore nowadays, it is inappropriate to ask a girl's birthday unless you are very familiar with her. ...

• Word Count: 9974
• Approx Pages: 40
• Grade Level: High School