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The Suffragettes

SUFFRAGETTES

The suffragettes was a group of women’s who were fighting for the right to vote. This group was led by Emmeline Pankhurst. They were fighting for their equal rights. sometimes it was led to violent fights. Emmeline was the daughter of Robert Goulden, she was born in Manchester in 1858. She came from a radical political belief family. Her mom started taking her to suffrage meetings in the early 1870’s. The suffragettes started in 1903 after parliament voted against women gaining the vote.

The suffragettes would fit in the book speak because, the girls back then that were part of the group, they felt like they weren’t being heard. that’s exactly how Melinda feels , she feels like people don’t see what’s really inside of her. They see the act she puts on. Also the suffragettes fought for what they believe in and they spoke there minds. They also made sure their opinions got heard even if they had to do it the hard way, like violence. Witch is what Melinda wanted to do, witch was speak up, and to be heard.

In conclusion the whole point of the suffragettes was to be treated equally and for their voice to be heard. So was Melinda’s in the book speak. So this how they are alike. The only way for people to no how u truly feel is if u speak up. Don’t be afraid speak and let your voice be heard.
　
　
　
　

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Nathaniel Hawthorne

Nathaniel Hawthorne

Nathaniel Hawthorne he was born july,1804 in Salem Massachusetts into the sixth generation of his Salem family. Being the son Nathaniel was idolize by his mother and tow sisters. He attended Bowdoin college from 1821 - 1825. His refusal to participate in public speaking prevented his achievements of an outstanding academic record but he was good standing. The years 1825 - 1837 Nathaniel lived with is mother’s Salem household. During those years he spent his time in a haunted room , during the “ solitary years ” he learned how to write tales and unique sketches . The book “ the scarlet letter” was writing by him in October 23, 1999.
　
The reason why I think Nathaniel Hawthorne would be included in speak is because growing up was hard for him. He lost his father when he was four years old. Also when growing up He profoundly affected by the puritans persecution of innocent people during the new England witch hunt , because his ancestor john Hawthorne was the chief magistrate in the trials that led to death of 20 people. So people looked at him differently do to that. The reason why I think he would fit good in the book is because him and Melinda were being pointed on for acting different and were being called names, and it took them a while to speak up for themselves and Nathaniel and Melinda were both talented in there own ways. In the end they both end up having a good life , Melinda ends up having good friends old ones and new ones, and so did Nathaniel he end up meeting some really good friends in college.
　
In conclusion Nathaniel Hawthorne had 3 kids and had been married To Sophia Peabody. Well I hope u enjoyed the little short summary of Nathaniel Hawthorne, and the comparison between him and Melinda from speak.
　
　
　
　

　
　
　

Biology: Seeds Trees Germination

Seed tree germination is the basic stage of seeds growing into a tree. In order for a seed to grow it needs oxygen, water and temperature to germinate. They also need the right amount of the proper light. Some seeds can germinate in a lot of light and other seeds need the darkness to germinate. Water is one of the key things seeds need to germinate because it helps the seeds metabolism. You need temperature as much as you need the water. The temperature will be different with each type of seed. It is important to give the seed the right amount of water and temperature or it will affect the germination process.

            Seed tree germination is included in Speak because the trees start as a seed and eventually will germinate into a small or big tree. Melinda was like this after the incident had happen. She did not talk to anyone and then as people tried to talk to her then people realized something was wrong. At the end she was heard and people started to understand what had happened and she started to open up a little. So just like the tree she went from very small and quiet into a more talkative person then before.

            So in conclusion seed tree germination is the basic stage of seeds going into a small or big tree. The three main things seeds need to germinate are oxygen, water and temperature. If the seeds do not get the right amount they will not germinate the right way. Seed tree germination is in the book because Melinda is like a tree. She is like a tree because she became very quiet and small to everyone around her. Then after people heard her, people believed her and she came out of her shell and became like a tree.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is an illness that people can get from different terrible events. People who are or were living through or experiencing a traumatic event would have this. You feel stressed and you don’t want to do anything. People with past traumatic stress disorder may have flashbacks, can’t sleep, feeling alone, have angry outbursts, and have different feelings. You can be any age and have post traumatic stress disorder. People who have this tend to avoid certain things. They avoid people and other things that will make them remember the event.

            There are three different types of therapy solutions. One way is a behavior therapy which teaches you to relax and how to cope with the event that occurred. The second way is cognitive therapy which helps people to learn how to think positive and not negative thoughts. The third way is a group therapy which gives people the chance to talk to other people that know what it’s like and they know what they are talking about. The group therapy helps more people with their problems then any of the other therapies. People can contact different places. One place people can contact is called National Coalition Against Sexual Assault. You can contact them with the following information, phone: 717-728-9764. Another place people can contact is called PTSD Information Hotline. You can call this number 802-296-6300 and you can get information about post traumatic stress disorder. You can communicate with people that have the same problem as you. You can talk to them on the phone. Also you can talk to them by writing letters. Finally you can communicate with people by meeting somewhere and talking.

            People that have post traumatic stress disorder have a harder time getting through life. It’s harder for them because they went through something terrible and it can’t be taken back once it is done and over with except for the person it happened to. Nobody in the world should have to deal with post traumatic stress disorder because some people can’t handle all the pressure. Also people that have post traumatic stress disorder have a harder time getting along with other people because they are scared. Another reason why it is harder for people that have it to get along with other people is because they don’t want to hear or see anything that will bring back the memory of what happened. Finally people with this have more difficulties than other people that don’t have it because those people are more nervous and scared to do anything.

mixed media art

This represents the book Speak because the tree looks dead and after Melinda got raped she felt dead to everyone. Everyone looks at her strangely now.