US Wants to Arm Ukraine

“Ukraine crisis: US senators urge arms 'to fight Russia'”

By: Not mentioned

Source: BBC

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-29007631

            The US has made a decision to help arm Ukraine so that the people can protect themselves against a Russian assault. The struggle in eastern Ukraine started in April when Russia took over Ukraine's southern Crimea peninsula and about 2,600 people have died since then. Senator McCain said that Ukraine must be provided with artilleries: "Give them the weapons they need. Give them the wherewithal they need. Give them the ability to fight"(McCain, 1). Many rebel forces have gained control of land in the far southeast of Ukraine where the Ukraine troops are trying to raise defenses in order to protect residents. The people of Ukraine blame Russia’s military for helping the rebels with their achievements. Of course the Russians deny that their military was involved. Mr. Putin believes that what the rebels are doing is "the natural reaction of people who are defending their rights"(Putin, 1). Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko believes that at this rate Ukraine is close to having a full scale war against Russia and this is why the US wants to help them by giving them weapons.

            It is important for the general public to read about this because the people should know that the Russians are interfering in eastern Ukraine and they are not letting the people decide their own future. Russian troops are currently inside Ukraine territory which is a violation of Ukrainian sovereignty. The people should know this in order to not to blame the government for not interfering and trying to help the people in need.

"Speech to the Troops at Tilbury"

S- To give support to her troops/ give them courage

O- 1588, Tilbury

A- Troops

P- To motivate/ to encourage/ to persuade

S- Queen Elizabeth

T- Persuasive/ strong/ determined/ fearless/ superior

1. After reading the SOAPST the reader can better understand the background for the “Speech to the Troops at Tilbury” and will be able to comprehend the type of conditions the troops are in. The subject alone would be able to help the reader realize what the piece of literature is about and how the troops are at a disadvantage. Knowing who the speaker is benefits the reader too because seeing that Queen Elizabeth is the one giving the speech assists in emphasizing the position that they as a country are in. Although truthfully it is her tone that makes it all come together. The way she sounds so determined and tough shows the reader that this speech does have the power to persuade the audience.
2. This speech is quite effective for the intended audience generally because of the inspiring word she uses. Queen Elizabeth states that her people are “faithful” and “loving,” admiring their “loyalty” and “goodwill.” These positive words allow her subjects to see her as a caring and kindhearted leader whose praise urges them to fight for their country, though what really motivated the soldiers was probably the fact that she said, “We have been persuaded…”(40) This will encourage the troops to see her as a fellow Englishman and not just as a coldhearted queen.

6.0 Earthquake Hits Napa

“Northern California earthquake the strongest in 25 years”

By: Josh Levs, Susanna Capelouto, and Carma Hassan

Source: CNN

http://www.cnn.com/2014/08/24/us/california-earthquake/index.html

An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 hit Northern California early this morning at 3:20am. It struck six miles southwest of Napa. Luckily no one was killed but at least 150 were wounded and three critically injured, including a child who got hurt when a fireplace collapsed. Many buildings collapsed, homes were destroyed and fires broke out. The fires continued to grow because of the lack of water since there were at least sixty water main breaks in the area. There have been reports of six major fires and many mobile homes were burned down. The local high school is now used as a shelter for those without homes. There have been reports of over 60 aftershocks, their magnitudes ranging from 0.6 to 3.6.

The general public should read this article for multiple reasons. One reason is that they should know the magnitude of the earthquake in order to be aware of how immense the damages could be. Two, this news article could help people realize how close the earthquake was and be grateful that they were not present there during the disaster. Although, the best reason for reading this article would be for the public to start preparing themselves for an earthquake if it happens in again, God forbid. I am sure everyone has heard about the “Big One”, the enormous earthquake that could happen at any moment. Some could think of the earthquake this morning as a sign for the people to start organizing themselves in order to be prepared for the next earthquake.

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