The claim of a piece of writing is essentially the same as
its thesis. The thesis, as such, will
generally be presented in the first paragraph (if not the first few lines) of
the text. When we look at the article,
thus, the first paragraph mentions two things:
a gorilla named Little Joe (the hook/attention getter) and that zoos do
a good job at nurturing their animals.
Readers can be safe to assume that the article will cover how zoos do a
good job at nurturing because of how the last sentence within the introductory
paragraph begins with “But less well covered was the very real success…” As such, the claim of this piece is that zoos
succeed at nurturing the animals that live within their walls. Again, it’s important to remember how,
generally, the thesis turns out to be the claim.
Based on my own knowledge, Tank Man was the standpoint of silence and defiance, an act of rebellion against the Chinese military. One of the most iconic pictures ever taken in the 20th century, the legacy of Tank Man remained in tact as the 'aggression' against the government.
The events leading up to this incident was a major catalyst, as the government cracked down on violent Chinese protests, and no other could be brave enough to stand in front of militarist machinery.
Macbeth is trapped between the reality and what was promised to him. He has already seen one part of this promise come true - that he will become the thane of Cawdor. But he is aware that, to become the king, he will most likely have to murder the present king Duncan, and take his place. This thought terrifies him, and yet he cannot resist it. His transformation is quick and sudden, just like the turn of events. From a man who had doubted the weird sisters' prophecy, much as he liked it, he becomes a man who is ready to admit to himself what needs to be done.
