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In recent years, technological advancements have made it possible for people to conduct their daily activities online without any physical interaction. Shopping, working, and communication can all be done through online platforms, which has both positive and negative implications. In this essay, I will examine both sides of the argument and provide my opinion on whether this development is positive or negative.
On the one hand, the ability to shop, work, and communicate online without any face-to-face contact can be seen as a positive development. Firstly, it offers convenience and flexibility. People can purchase goods and services at any time from anywhere in the world, making it easier to find what they need without leaving their homes. Similarly, the ability to work remotely allows employees to have a better work-life balance and avoid long commutes. Secondly, online communication has made it easier to connect with people from all over the world, breaking down geographical barriers and promoting cultural exchange.
On the other hand, the lack of face-to-face contact can have negative implications for individuals and society as a whole. Firstly, it can lead to social isolation and loneliness. People who work and communicate online may not have the opportunity to interact with others in person, which can have negative effects on their mental health and well-being. Secondly, online communication can be less personal and less effective than face-to-face communication, leading to misunderstandings and misinterpretations. Finally, the reliance on online shopping and working can have negative environmental impacts, such as increased carbon emissions from delivery vehicles and increased waste from packaging materials.
In my opinion, the ability to shop, work, and communicate online without any face-to-face contact is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it offers convenience and flexibility, allowing people to access goods, services, and opportunities that may not have been available to them before. On the other hand, it can lead to social isolation, mental health issues, and negative environmental impacts. It is therefore important to strike a balance between the benefits and drawbacks of online interactions and to ensure that individuals and society as a whole are not negatively impacted by this development.
In conclusion, the ability to shop, work, and communicate online without any face-to-face contact has both positive and negative implications. While it offers convenience and flexibility, it can also lead to social isolation, mental health issues, and negative environmental impacts. It is therefore important to consider both the benefits and drawbacks of this development and to find ways to mitigate its negative effects.
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The success of a company is often attributed to a combination of factors, including the quality of its employees, the effectiveness of its strategies, and the strength of its leadership. However, there is some debate about whether good teamwork or a good leader is more important for a company's success. In this essay, I will explore both views and provide my opinion on the matter.
On the one hand, those who believe that good teamwork is what makes companies successful argue that a cohesive team can achieve more than a group of individuals working independently. When employees work well together, they can share ideas, pool resources, and collaborate on projects to achieve better results than they would on their own. Additionally, good teamwork can create a positive working environment, where employees feel supported, valued, and motivated to perform at their best.
On the other hand, those who feel that it is more important to have a good leader argue that effective leadership is essential for guiding a company towards success. A good leader can inspire employees, set clear goals and expectations, and provide guidance and support to help their team achieve their objectives. Moreover, a good leader can create a strong culture within the company, where employees feel a sense of purpose and direction, and are motivated to work towards a common goal.
In my opinion, both good teamwork and a good leader are important for a company's success. Without good teamwork, employees may work in silos, which can lead to inefficiencies and a lack of innovation. Conversely, without a good leader, teams may lack direction and struggle to achieve their objectives. A good leader can help foster teamwork by creating a positive working environment, encouraging collaboration and providing support where necessary. Likewise, a cohesive team can make a leader's job easier by working together to achieve shared goals.
In conclusion, both good teamwork and a good leader are important for a company's success. While there may be some debate about which factor is more critical, it is clear that both are necessary to create a thriving business. By fostering a culture of teamwork and providing strong leadership, companies can achieve their objectives and create a positive and productive working environment for their employees.
It is human nature to seek connections with others who share our values, interests, and goals. When we form friendships, we do so because we enjoy spending time with the other person and because we believe that being friends with them will benefit us in some way. For example, we may make friends with someone who shares our love of music or sports, or who can help us in our academic or professional pursuits. This is not necessarily a bad thing; in fact, it can be a positive aspect of friendship.
However, the idea that there is "no friendship without self-interest" is a bitter truth. It implies that all friendships are ultimately based on what we can get out of them, rather than on genuine care and concern for the other person. While it is true that self-interest may play a role in our friendships, it is not the only factor. True friendship involves mutual respect, trust, and a willingness to support each other through both good times and bad.
Furthermore, friendships that are based solely on self-interest are unlikely to last. If we are only friends with someone because of what they can do for us, we are likely to lose interest in the friendship once that benefit is no longer available. In contrast, friendships that are based on genuine care and concern for the other person are more likely to endure.
In conclusion, while there may be some self-interest behind every friendship, it is not the only factor that determines the strength and longevity of a friendship. True friendship involves mutual respect, trust, and a willingness to support each other through both good times and bad. While it is important to be aware of our own self-interests in our friendships, we should strive to cultivate relationships that are based on genuine care and concern for the other person.
Procrastination is a common problem that many high school students face. While it can be tempting to put off tasks until the last minute, procrastination can have negative consequences for academic performance and overall well-being. There are several factors that can contribute to procrastination.
One of the main causes of procrastination is poor time management. Students who struggle with time management may find it difficult to prioritize tasks and manage their workload effectively. This can lead to a sense of overwhelm, which can cause students to put off tasks until later.
Another factor that can contribute to procrastination is perfectionism. Students who have high standards for themselves may be afraid of failure or of not meeting their own expectations. This can cause them to avoid tasks or put them off until the last minute, in an attempt to avoid the possibility of failure.
Fear of the unknown is also a common cause of procrastination. Students may feel overwhelmed or uncertain about a task, which can cause them to put it off. They may feel unsure of how to approach the task or may be afraid of making mistakes. This can lead to procrastination and a sense of anxiety and stress.
Finally, distractions can also contribute to procrastination. Students who are easily distracted by social media, television, or other activities may find it difficult to stay focused on their work. This can cause them to put off tasks and prioritize other activities instead.
In conclusion, there are several factors that can contribute to procrastination among high school students. These include poor time management, perfectionism, fear of the unknown, and distractions. By understanding the underlying causes of procrastination, students can take steps to address these issues and improve their academic performance and overall well-being.
As a high school student, I believe that students should have the opportunity to evaluate their teachers. When students provide feedback on their teachers, it can help to improve the quality of teaching and learning in the classroom.
Firstly, student evaluations can give teachers a better understanding of their students' needs and preferences. Teachers who receive constructive feedback from their students can tailor their teaching methods and styles to better suit their students' learning styles. This can make the learning process more engaging and effective, leading to better academic outcomes for students.
Secondly, student evaluations can also help to identify areas where teachers need to improve. By highlighting areas of weakness, teachers can work to improve their skills and become more effective in the classroom. This can lead to a more positive learning experience for students, who will benefit from having a more skilled and knowledgeable teacher.
Of course, there are some concerns about students evaluating their teachers. Some argue that students may be biased or unfair in their evaluations, or that evaluations may be used to target specific teachers. However, these concerns can be addressed through careful evaluation practices, such as ensuring anonymity and providing clear guidelines for evaluation.
Overall, I believe that students should have the opportunity to evaluate their teachers. By providing feedback, students can help to improve the quality of teaching and learning in the classroom, leading to better academic outcomes for everyone involved.
"My path as a Sebastatsi
You know that I have been studying here for 12 years. To be honest, I did not study this year. Last year, I used to think that studying was not for me, and I did not like it. I thought that in the future, I would do something that nobody else could, and this year, that is 50/50 true. I am working now, and I don't have enough time for anything. But I can't avoid the things that I have to do. It's really hard to balance work and school, and I've had to face the consequences of my choices. But this topic is not just about the past two years; it's about the 1st through 10th grades. I think I studied really well during those years, and I loved it. I used to think that I would become a doctor, but when I started learning biology and chemistry, I realized that I didn't want to study for 10 years or more. Now, I'm happy that I found the job I want to do, and I hope to continue doing it in the future. I'm really happy that I chose the right path."
Okay, when I was a 3-4 y/o kid, I used to go to swimming lessons for 2-3 years. After that,
I used to go to gymnastic lessons for 1-2 years. I was only a little kid, but ''sportsman''
and I am really proud of it. Also, after that, I was obsessed with video games, and how simple that was not,
and slowly I was getting fat, and at 13 I was a very very fat kid, but I really was good at video games, so
At 14-15 I realized that I was fat, and started training. I ate right, trained, had a good sleep, and lost fat,
and I am proud of it too. I went to GYM ,MMA for 6 months, and now, I stopped smoking, and I am proud of it too.
Money is not the only measure of success in life
For most people in our modern-capitalism world, money is the first thing, and sometimes the only thing that measures success in their life. Money can buy power. Money can buy fame. Money can buy time. Sometimes money can even buy a life. So money has become the first common goal for everybody. However, there is something else that can be the measurement of success in life.
One important thing that defines success in our lives is our careers. With different careers, we will have different goals and measurements of our success. If you are an athlete, your success can be measured by lots of things such as wining tournaments, breaking records, playing in the top league or competing in the Olympics. If you are a scientist, the success in your life will mostly depend on your researches. One line of formula that can prove your theory is true can be the great success in your life. If you are a writer, you will probably succeed if your book gets on the best-selling shelf in the bookstore or if your works get published in a magazine. If you are a musician, playing in the country’s orchestra or a number of your CDs that have been sold can be counted as the measurement of your success. So we can see that another measurement of success in your life besides money is how much you have succeeded in your career.
According to some people at the current time our modern life provides us with an overwhelming number of options. I completely agree with
this statement and this essay will justify valid opinions with examples.
First of all, some people believe that the internet has led to a dramatic rise in the number of choices which are available for us. Majority of online media sites give lots of options to every individual for making a decision more easily.
For example ,approximately twenty years ago we had no idea how mobile phone connects to the internet, but now tons of cell phones are being produced daily and more than half the world knows that how to enter the internet.In addition,it might be said that a variety of drugs are now being developed by doctors for many diseases. Unfortunately, apart from "Covid-19".
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of all, some people think young modern students have a number of opportunities to enter any kind of universities, institutes, and colleges in foreign countries.
Achilles :: The Trojan War Hero
Achilles, the son of Peleus and Thetis, was the greatest of all Greek heroes who took part in the Trojan War. Knowing that her child was destined to either die the death of a glorious warrior or live a long life in obscurity, Thetis bathed Achilles as an infant in the waters of the River Styx, thus making him all but immortal: only the heel by which she held him remained vulnerable. However, as prophesized, this proved costly, because Achilles eventually died from an arrow wound in that heel. Guided by Apollo, the fateful arrow was shot by Paris, the brother of Troy’s most celebrated hero Hector, whom Achilles had previously killed in a face to face duel, in an attempt to avenge the death of his closest friend, Patroclus.
Actaeon
Actaeon was a famous hero in Greek mythology. He was the son of Aristaeus, a herdsman, and Autonoe, and resided in the region of Boeotia. He was the pupil of the centaur Chiron. He somehow caused the wrath of goddess Artemis, eventually leading to his death. There are many and different recounts of the myth; however, they all revolve around the notion that he was a hunter that was transformed into a stag and was then killed by his hunting dogs. According to the most popular version, provided by Callimachus, Actaeon accidentally saw Artemis naked, while she was bathing in the woods; amazed at her beauty, he was spotted by the goddess, who told him not to speak again or he would change into a deer. Upon hearing his hunting dogs, however, Actaeon called them and immediately transformed into a deer. So, he started running into the woods, but his well-trained dogs found him and tore him to pieces. The myth of Actaeon was considered to represent human sacrifice in an effort to appease a deity.
Aeneas
Aeneas was a Trojan hero in Greek mythology, son of the prince Anchises and the goddess Aphrodite. He is more extensively mentioned in Roman mythology, and is seen as an ancestor of Remus and Romulus, founders of Rome.
Atlanta
Atlanta's parentage is uncertain. Her parents may have benn King Iasus and Clymene. She came into the world in the "undesirable state" of being female. As a result, her father had her carried into the woods and left to die. However, a bear found her and adopted her. As she grew older she began to spend time with hunters and was soon the best amongst them. She loved hunting and the outdoors and had no use for a man in her life. She also received an oracle that her marriage would end in disaster. She had no compunction in defending her virginity. When the centaurs Rhoecus and Hylaeus attempted to rape her, she quickly killed them with her arrows.
She wished to join the Argonauts, but Jason thought it was ill-fated to have a woman among the crew, fearing problems might occur, similar to those during the boar hunt.
Her shooting skills allowed her to draw first blood during the Calydonian Boar Hunt. Her contribution to the hunt was marred when a quarrel over giving her a trophy of the hunt resulted in the death of Meleager and his uncles.
At the funeral games honoring Pelias, Atlanta entered the wrestling contests. There, she gained more fame by scoring a victory over Peleus.
She achieved enough that her father forgave her for not being a son and allowed her to return home. Once there, he attempted to fulfill his fatherly obligations by finding her a husband. For her to simply refuse might arouse dangerous resentment. Instead she proposed a test. The successful suitor would have to beat her in a foot race. Losing suitors would be beheaded by her. As Atlanta was one of the fastest mortals this appeared to ensure her maidenhood.
For quite some time this worked. Some say that she evened the odds by wearing armor while she ran. Others say that she gave the suitors a head start of half the distance. In any case the heads stacked up.
Melanion fell in love with her. He knew that he was not fast enough to win the race. So he did what many frustrated lovers had done; he prayed to Aphrodite for help. Aphrodite had a weakness for lovers and a concern about those that rejected romance to the degree that Atlanta did. Aphrodite presented Melanion with three golden apples and a plan. In return, Melanion was to sacrifice to Aphrodite.
Melanion then ran his race with Atlanta carrying the apples with him. When Atlanta caught up to him he tossed the first apple at her feet. The sight of the magic golden apple was irresistible to Atlanta. She stopped to pick it up confident that she could make up the time. Soon enough she was once again passing Melanion. He threw the second apple, this time further to the side. Again, she lost time retrieving the apple. As she again caught up the finish line was near and chasing the third thrown apple cost her the race.
Despite her resistance, marriage seemed to suit Atlanta. Melanion's happiness and joy was so great he completely forgot his obligations to sacrifice to Aphrodite. As usual when messing up with the gods payback was severe.
Aphrodite waited until Melanion and Atlanta were passing a shrine to a god, possibly Zeus. She then hit them with overwhelming desire. Melanion took Atlanta into the shrine and lay with her. At that point, the infuriated god turned them both into lions. This was regarded by the Greeks as particularly poetic as they believed that lions could mate only with leopards.
There is one other mystery concerning Atlanta. Somehow, despite her vaunted virginity, she had a son - Parthenopaeus. The father is uncertain. Melanion and Meleager have both been suggested, but both of them were with Atlanta only briefly. Aris has also been put forward as the father. Out of embarrassment, she left the child exposed on a mountain. He was found and raised, eventually becoming a hero in his own right.
Bellerophon
Bellerophon provides a lesson in the proper relationship between a mortal hero and the gods. When he was young he honored the gods and won their favor, but eventually his pride got the better of him and led to his downfall.
Dioscuri
In Greek mythology, the Dioscuri were the twin brothers Castor and Pollux (also called Polydeuces). Their mother was Leda, but they had different fathers. Tyndareus, the king of Sparta, was the father of Castor (hence a mortal), while Zeus was the father of Pollux (a demigod). Some sources say that they were born from an egg, along with their twin sisters Helen and Clytemnestra.
The myth has it that Leda was seduced by Zeus, who had taken the form of a swan. However, there are different versions as to whether the twins were both mortals, both immortals, or Castor was mortal and Pollux was a demigod.
The twins participated in the Argonautic Expedition, helping Jason retrieve the Golden Fleece. Upon their return to Greece, they also aided Jason in taking revenge for the treachery of Pelias, king of Iolcus, by destroying the city. They also took part in the hunt of the Calydonian Boar. Later, when their sister Helen was abducted by Theseus, king of Attica, they attacked his kingdom. They freed their sister and abducted Theseus' mother Aethra in revenge, who served as a slave for Helen.
Castor and Pollux fell in love with Phoebe and Hilaeira, nieces of Leucippus, who were known as the Leucippides and who were already the consorts of the Dioscuri's cousins, Lynceus and Idas. The twins abducted the Leucippides and brought them back to Sparta, thus starting a family feud. The cousins attacked the region of Arcadia and managed to claim a herd of cattle from the Dioscuri, who were enraged. Some time later, the cousins visited their uncle's palace; the Dioscuri, Helen, and Paris were present at the time. The Dioscuri thought it was a good opportunity to take their cattle back and left for their cousins' home. Lynceus and Idas left some time later, leaving Helen and Paris alone, which eventually led to the Trojan War. The cousins caught the Dioscuri while attempting to steal the herd; Castor was mortally wounded by Idas, while Pollux killed Lynceus. As Idas approached to kill Pollux though, Zeus threw a thudnerbolt against him, thus saving his son's life. Pollux then asked his father to grant half of his immortality to his brother. Hence, they transformed into the constellation Gemini, able to travel back and forth between Olympus and Hades.
Heracles
Heracles – or Hercules as he has been more popularly known ever since the Roman times – was the greatest of all Greek heroes, “one who surpassed all men of whom memory from the beginning of time has brought down an account.” A half-god of superhuman strength and violent passions, Heracles was the epitome of bravery and masculinity in the ancient world and the most notable champion of the Olympian order, which he staunchly protected from various chthonic monsters and earthly villains. Even though his short temper and lack of composure did cause both him and quite a few innocent mortals undeserved trouble, the magnitude of his labors was of such an order that it earned him the prize of immortality. The protagonist of hundreds of myths – the chronology of which is impossible to figure out – Heracles is undoubtedly one of the most iconic figures in all of Greek mythology.
Jason
A somewhat unconventional hero, Jason was the leader of the Argonautic Expedition in the quest of retrieving the Golden Fleece. The son of Aeson and Alcimede, he was supposed to succeed his father on the throne of Iolcus, but the position was usurped by his half-uncle Pelias. Fearing for his life on account of an ancient prophecy, Pelias wanted Jason as far as possible from Iolcus, so he ordered him to do the seemingly impossible and fetch the Golden Fleece from the King Aeetes of Colchis. Jason had a ship built and assembled a fleet made up of the greatest heroes of his time; after an exhausting expedition beset by giants and monsters, the Argonauts managed to successfully retrieve the Golden Fleece and bring it back to Iolcus. However, unusually for a hero of his stature, Jason received a lot of help along the way, not just from a goddess (Hera, who wanted to punish Pelias for neglecting to honor her), but also from the members of his crew, and, especially, from King Aeetes’ daughter, Medea, who fell in love with him and left everything behind her to be with him. Even so, few years after the expedition, Jason deserted her for Corinth’s princess, Creusa; unable to bear the betrayal, Medea murdered both Creusa and her two sons by Jason.
Meleager
Meleager was the son of King Oeneus of Calydon and Althaea. Seven days after his birth, the Fates appeared to foretell his future. Clotho and Lachesis predicted he would be noble and brave. Atropos warned him that he would die as soon as one of the sticks in the fireplace burned completely. Taking the hint, Althaea pulled the stick from the fire, put it out, and hid it in a safe place.
While still young, he came to be regarded as second only to Heracles in his abilities. He was the youngest of the Argonauts and according to some, he killed the Argonauts' chief enemy, King Aeetes of Colchis.
After he returned from this journey, he married Cleopatra and had a daughter, Polydora. His domestic tranquility was brought to an end when Artemis unleashed a fearsome boar in his homeland. He naturally took a leading role in killing the boar during what became known as the Calydonian Boar Hunt which lead to his death.
There are two versions of Meleager's death; both start with a quarrel with his uncles over the prized boar skin. To understand what happened, it is necessary to know that Althaea was married to Oeneus to help settle a blood feud that may have gone on for generations. While his uncles came to help with the boar, there still would have been a lot of tension among them, the Calydonians and Althaea's brothers.
In the first version the quarrel over the prize led to a new war between Curetes and Calydon. This put Meleager in a terrible position, as he had relatives in both sides. Without his leadership, Calydon was on the verge of losing. His wife appealed to him to save the city. However, while leading Calydon, he killed his uncles. As a result, his mother cursed him and possibly burned the last stick the Fates had spoken of. In any case, the Erinyes then killed him to revenge for his killing of blood relatives.
The more romantic version of his death starts with Meleager awarding the prize to Atlanta because she drew first blood. Awarding the prize to a woman angered the rest of the hunting party, but most remained silent. However, his uncles felt that their position entitled them to give orders to Meleager. A quarrel ensued between them and Meleager killed his uncles. Upon hearing of her brothers death by his hands, his mother burned the stick Fates had spoken of; as a result, Meleager died and Althaea then killed herself in remorse. Cleopatra then also committed suicide, driven by grief.
Odysseus
Odysseus :: The Trickster Hero
Odysseus was a legendary hero in Greek mythology, king of the island of Ithaca and the main protagonist of Homer's epic, the “Odyssey.” The son of Laertes and Anticlea, Odysseus was well known among the Greeks as a most eloquent speaker, an ingenious and cunning trickster. One of the suitors of Helen, Odysseus was obliged to join the Trojan expedition – something he didn’t want to, since he was more than happy alongside his wife, Penelope, and his newborn son, Telemachus, and he knew from a prophecy that if he goes to Troy, it will take him a long time to come back home. So, he tried feigning madness, but Palamedes exposed him, and Odysseus had no choice but to leave. He played a crucial part during the Trojan War – both as a strategist and as a warrior – eventually coming up with the famous stratagem which decided the outcome of the bloody conflict: the Trojan Horse. Afterward, he set sail for Ithaca, but, after blinding his son, the Cyclops Polyphemus, he angered Poseidon so much that the sea god did whatever he could to obstruct Odysseus’ journey homeward. After numerous memorable adventures – Circe, the Sirens, Scylla and Charybdis, the Laestrygonians, Calypso – Odysseus finally managed to reach Ithaca, ten years after leaving Troy and twenty after joining the Trojan expedition. There, he reunited with Telemachus and Penelope and, after killing all of his wife’s Suitors, reclaimed his throne. He died an old man, probably accidentally killed by Telegonus, a child he had fathered with Circe during one of his many adventures.
Peleus
Peleus was a hero in Greek mythology, son of Aeacus, king of the island of Aegina, and Endeis, an oread nymph. He was the husband of the nymph Thetis, with whom he fathered the famous hero Achilles.
Along with his brother Telamon, they accidentally killed their half-brother, Phocus, while hunting, and were forced to flee the island of Aegina, in order to avoid punishment. When they reached the region of Phthia, Peleus fell in love with Antigone, the daughter of the region's king Eurytion, with whom he had a daughter, Polydora. Peleus, Telamon, and Eurytion were all participants in the Argonautic Expedition, in Jason's quest to retrieve the Golden Fleece. Some time later, yet in another hunting accident, Peleus killed Eurytion and had to flee.
Peleus reached Iolcus, where the king's wife, Astydameia, fell in love with him. Peleus denied her advances, and for revenge, Astydameia sent a message to Antigone, saying that Peleus would marry her daughter. Antigone was so bitter that she hanged herself. Astydameia then falsely accused Peleus of trying to rape her; the king, Acastus, took Peleus into a forest where he abandoned him just before an attack by centaurs. Peleus was saved by Chiron, a wise centaur, or Hermes, the messenger god. Peleus escaped, ransacked Iolcus, and killed both Astydameia and Acastus.
Later, Peleus met Thetis, a sea nymph who was able to change form. Aided by Proteus, Peleus managed to win her heart. Their marriage was a grand event that was attended by most Olympian gods. However, the goddess of strife, Eris, was not invited; angry that she was scorned, Eris dropped the Apple of Discord among the guests, a golden apple that had an inscription reading "To the fairest". Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite started arguing over who should be the one to receive the apple, and told Zeus to decide. Zeus, reluctant to give an answer, said that the best person to decide was Paris, prince of Troy, who was also attending the wedding. After being bribed by the goddesses, Paris eventually picked Aphrodite, who had promised him she would give him the most beautiful woman in the world, Helen. This was the event that eventually culminated in the Trojan War.
Peleus and Thetis had seven sons, but the six of them died when they were born. Only one son survived, who was named Achilles. Thetis decided to make Achilles invulnerable by dipping him in the River Styx; however, she did not realise that his heel, the part from which she was holding him, was not touched by the river waters, and was thus left vulnerable. This later became Achilles' doom, as a poisonous arrow shot by Paris and guided by Apollo during the Trojan War hit him in his heel and killed him.
Perseus
Perseus :: The slayer of Medusa
The only son of Zeus and Danae – and, thus, a half-god by birth – Perseus was one of the greatest heroes in Greek mythology, most renowned for beheading the only mortal Gorgon, Medusa, and using her severed head (capable of turning onlookers into stone) as a mighty weapon in his subsequent adventures. These famously include the slaying of the sea monster Cetus which led to the rescuing of the Aethiopian princess Andromeda, who would eventually become Perseus’ wife and bear him at least one daughter and six sons. One of these was Electryon, the father of Alcmene, whose union with Zeus produced the most complete Greek hero ever, Heracles. This makes Perseus both Heracles’ great-grandparent and his half-brother, both a symbolic predecessor and a worthy peer.
Theseus
The son of either Poseidon or Aegeus and Aethra, Theseus was widely considered the greatest Athenian hero, the king who managed to politically unify Attica under the aegis of Athens. Son of either Aegeus, the king of Athens, or Poseidon, the god of the sea, and Aethra, a princess, Theseus was raised by his mother in the palaces of Troezen. Upon reaching adulthood and finding out the identity of his father, he set out on a journey to Athens, during which he managed to outwit and overpower few notorious brigands: Periphetes, Sinis, Phaea, Sciron, Cercyon, and Procrustes. In Athens, after thwarting Medea’s attempts to eliminate him and capturing the Marathonian Bull, he volunteered to be one of the fourteen young Athenians sent to Crete as a sacrifice to the Minotaur so as to be able to kill the monster inside his Labyrinth. With the help of Ariadne who gave him a ball of thread to navigate himself inside the maze, Theseus managed to find and slay the Minotaur, after which he set sail back to Athens. There he ruled admirably for many years before an unsuccessful attempt (taken with his friend Pirithous) to abduct Persephone from the Underworld resulted in his deposition and, consequently, treacherous murder by Lycomedes of Scyros.
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6 send an e mail to
1. Greedy
2. Earn
3. Credit card
4. Spend
5. Blow
6. Mall
7. Broke
8. Loan
9. Mortgage
10. Afford
B
1 loan
2 afford
3
4 mall
5
6 plastic card
7 earn
8
9
10 mortgage
A healthy lifestyle is proper nutrition, daily exercise and fresh air. All these features contribute to a healthy lifestyle. People involved in sports live longer than their peers. Proper nutrition improves the skin and body functions. Fresh air is also good for the body.
Being healthy is the natural desire of every person. Health is not only a biological concept, but also a social one. Good health is a joyful perception of life, high working capacity.