Summary Essay"Body AND Brain" summarizes the article "Blue-Collar Brilliance" by Mike Rose. The essay discusses the common misconception regarding blue-collar workers and how they lack mental skills. However, there is ample evidence to prove that blue-collar workers learn from social interaction, possess fine-motor skills, and solve problems efficiently.
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Response Essay"Athletic Intelligence" responds to the article "Hidden Intellectualism" by Gerald Graff. The essay discusses the importance of athletics and how they should be better integrated into academics.
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Summary/Response Essay"Fast-Food is to Blame" summarizes and responds to the article "Don't Blame the Eater" by David Zinczenko. The essay offers that the consumption of fast-food is the leading cause in the rise of obesity.
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Short Argument Essay"Selfish Self-Harm" argues that the use of performance enhancing drugs should never be used by athletes because they are harmful, they are used selfishly, and they put users at an unfair advantage. However, some believe that athletes should be allowed to use performance enhancing drugs and that the usage be regulated.
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