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…because of problems. Whenever a scientist comes up with a theory, he must be able to prove or explain how it happened. A theory that works for large animals usually does not work for the small animals or sea creatures. Scientists agree that whatever…

…is marked by changes in species, genera and families (Droser et al. 1996). This meant the seas now had many inhabitants with different strategies and niches. The shallow seas (~30m) were quite warm (~20°C), with thick shale and limestone bottoms covered…

…lives. The word “Viking” has many different interpretations. Most scholars belive it originated from Viking victims from such words as “vikingr” (Old Norse for “pirate”), “wic”, and “wicingas” (Old English for “pirate”/”sailor”; “encampment”)(p.13…

…by seas and deserts, and did not need to fear about raids from other armies. They enjoyed life, and wanted it to be everlasting. Many of their main interests were focused on their family, home, and work. The dry air and drifting desert sands have preserved many…

…an understanding beforehand. As before, Polonius can be a foolish busybody or a sinister old man. (Foolish busybodies do not usually become chief advisors to warrior-kings.) Polonius launches into a verbose speech about finding the cause of madness, prompting…

…a Navajo named Chee, whose daughter is taken by his father-in-law, the greedy and selfish Old Man Fat. In the story, there are detailed settings that help to create a mood for Chee, as well as Old Man Fat. In Chee’s Daughter there are many differences between…

…a dead parachutist hanging from a tree. Although repulsed by this sight, he frees the parachutist, ultimately allowing the corpse to fly out to the sea. Simon sees that no man is an island. He is, in a sense, the dead airman, and, therefore, relates to him…

…which space, the surges of the sea, accumulating from the shallowness of the water, are dashed against the beach with prodigious violence. Whenever, from stormy weather, or any extraordinary swell at sea, the impetuosity of the surf is increased to its utmost…

…to stay under water for long periods of time.(Ketles, 53) There are really four mini-histories in the story of man's desire to explore below the sea, they correspond with each separate…

…is also known to punish those that lie or break oaths. Poseidon is the brother of Zeus. After the overthrow of their Father Cronus he drew lots with Zeus and Hades for shares of the world. His prize was to become lord of the sea. He is widely worshiped…