As a child, I was taught to color in the lines. I began attempting to imitate those lines that I was supposed to be coloring in. ... Every single detail had to be within the lines and in the right place, or it was declared wrong. ... I feel that the reason for such big interest in art is due to the simplicity of comprehending the pictures put in front of me. ... When I look at a drawing, I see long flowing lines, emotions, but overall, I see a story. ...

• Word Count: 2005
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School

In the poem, the Iliad, many of the evens that are shown are based on honor and pride. The warriors in battle seem to base their decisions on how much respect would be given unto them if they act in a particular way. Two of the prevalent figures that possess this attitude are Achilles and Hector. ...

• Word Count: 1289
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

Later in the story, a man arrives in a squeaking wagon appears in front of the house and converses with Elisa (248). ... Steinbeck introduces this turn in direction of their conversation with the following lines: "What's them plants, ma"am?" ...

• Word Count: 1566
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School