Word: greates
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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They told me the story of the 1911 Great Bunny Massacre at Boston Arena. The dead bunnies will not be forgotten...
Those of you who are culturally literate, contributing members of society undoubtedly responded "Francis Bacon" without a moment's hesitation, for you are well schooled in the essential tidbits of information that bind our great nation together. Of course, when it comes to specific knowledge we should all share, the majority of us are illiterate, basically worthless and perfect examples of why America is plummeting into an educational abyss...
Hirsch's approach gives facts, facts and more facts, but no vision, no interpretation, no invitation to the world of learning. Instead of reading short clips summarizing the great works of literature, shouldn't students try to read the works themselves? The superficiality of Hirsch's approach is pervasive; students are taught catch phrases to spit out at cocktail parties, but they miss out on both the pleasures of learning and the opportunity to discover what it is that truly interests them...
Maven's co-owner Marcus S. Weiss, a Cambridge lawyer, said the partners were "still great believers in the Maven's concept" of providing kosher deli food, but he added that the owners were having trouble finding experienced deli operators...
COME on. Admit it. Your Great Distaste for the Great Communicator has evolved, after eight years, into a mild appreciation, even a fondness. On his way out the door, Ronald Reagan knows he has charmed nearly everyone at the party...