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Today we take voting for granted, most don’t care and others pressure each other to post an “I Voted” sticker on their social media. I believe it is time to understand the importance of our voting power and …
Kayla Vasquez
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- I’m proud of my identity as a creative and curious individual. I love exploring new ideas and finding unique ways to express myself. It brings me joy and fulfillment. As for an identity I struggle with, I don’t like to
1.While progress has been made in improving access to literacy for the Black community, there are still disparities that exist. Richard Wright’s “The Library Card” sheds light on the challenges faced by African Americans in accessing books and knowledge. These …
Dear Ms. Adichie,
I hope this message finds you well. My name’s Kayla Vasquez, and I’m 18 years old. I was born and raised in the city of Brooklyn, New York. Currently, I’m a first-year college student at Borough Of …
1.From the “Arab and Other Middle Eastern Americans” article, I learned that the official category used by the United States Census and other agencies is “Arab Americans.” The article mentions that in the 2010 American Community Survey, Arabs were estimated …
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Literacy is the ability to read, write, and understand written information. It’s an essential skill that empowers individuals to communicate, comprehend, and navigate the world around them. During my research, I found that literacy is not just limited to basic …
According to Szwed, the five elements of literacy are reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking. One element that stands out is critical thinking. Critical thinking is the ability to analyze information, evaluate arguments, and make informed judgments. It involves …
