2. According to Nussbaum, how does Game of Thrones resemble shows like Mad Men and The Sopranos?
3. What does Nussbaum mean by saying "the most compelling plots remain
those of the subalterns, who are forced to wield power from below" (para,
6)?
4. In your own words, describe Nussbaum's attitude toward the violence,
nudity, and sex scenes in Game of Thrones.
5. Why does Nussbaum conclude that "there is something troubling about this
sea of C. G.I-perfect flesh, shaved and scentless and not especially
medieval" (para, 10)?

Which dialogue introduces a conflict?

What type of writing is demonstrated in this excerpt by general philip henry sheridan? at once i set about preparing for the examination which precedes admission to the military academy, studying zealously under the direction of mr. william clark; my old teachers, mcnanly and thorn, having disappeared from somerset and sought new fields of usefulness. the intervening months passed rapidly away, and i fear that i did not make much progress, yet i thought i should be able to pass the preliminary examination. that which was to follow worried me more and gave me many sleepless nights; but these would have been less in number, i fully believe, had it not been for one specification of my, outfit which the circular that accompanied my appointment demanded. this requirement was a pair of "monroe shoes." now, out in ohio, what "monroe shoes" were was a mystery—not a shoemaker in my section having so much as an inkling of the construction of the perplexing things, until finally my eldest brother brought an idea of them from baltimore, when it was found that they were a familiar pattern under another name. a. research essay b. persuasive essay c. biography d. memoir

Which detail from chancer's "the monk's tale" best demonstrates that fortune is a "blind property" that no one should trust? a.julius ceaser rose up because of wisdom, bravery, and intelligence b. king belshazzar became the ruler after his powerful father became king c.samsons enemies blinded him but he was able to destroy them before he died d.queen zenobia enjoyed vast power but her enemies conquered her in the end