<p>So for the UCHICAGO supplement, i chose essay prompt 5, which is make your own prompt
I wrote about zombies! Here it is!
Please tell me what you think (pros, cons etc).
Thanks in advance!</p>
<p>Prompt: Please discuss your zombie evacuation plans and procedures. </p>
<pre><code>This small pamphlet provides a generic overview of standard zombie evacuation guidelines. Because zombie interpretations and zombies themselves may change over time, the information in this pamphlet may be outdated so all information should be used with caution. All rights go to the Zombie Association of America (ZAA).
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<p>Introduction:
No one ever expected the walking dead to rise up and attempt to take over the living. But all of the horror movies have come true; the dead are out to get all humans. We here at ZAA hope that you, your family and your loved ones will never need to use the tips in this pamphlet but if bad gets even worse, these tips may save your lives.</p>
<p>Tips:</p>
<p>-In General-
A. Identification
When you spot the first zombie, DO NOT PANIC. Zombies are attracted to sound, light and movement so screaming and setting something on fire will only make the situation worse. If you have enough time, identify the stage of zombie that you are encountering and the horde size. They are:
-Stage 1- Beginner Zombie (BZ). Known for being the slowest. Facial features still resemble that of a human but hair begins to fall out and teeth take a dark yellow hue.
Horde size: one to three.
-Stage 2 Intermediate Zombie (IZ). Start to move faster than BZ (from 1m/s to 2m/s), capable of more advanced thinking, and is able to employ teamwork in hunts. Missing appendages are likely and eyes are discolored, usually a shade of red.
Horde size: four to twelve.
-Stage 3 Final Zombie (FZ). Fastest of all three types (3 m/s), also the smartest (they have been known to rig traps, set small fires and are capable of scaling small fences. Greatly rely on their numbers for hunting. Must have at least one missing appendages, does not look human at all, hair missing, eyes red and skin has started to peel off.
Horde size: twenty plus.</p>
<p>-Specifics-
B. Injuries
Zombies (all three types) are well attracted to the smell of blood. If you are injured, you must first get rid of the smell of blood in the air. The first guideline would be do not get cut. It sounds trivial but if you are thoughtful about what you are doing, then you will always be safe. In the situation that you are injured, first find a small enclosed room (maybe a closet, or cave). Try spraying some air fresheners or lighting small candles. This will not only dissolve the smell, but also leave a scent of perhaps lavender, which has been shown in studies to calm the nerves and increase shot accuracy. WARNING: you may have to employ a Shootout Till Death (STD).
At this stage in the outbreak, you will have weapons and ammo and are more than likely talented with guns. This will help when they smell your blood loss. When they are 100 meters away, start firing conservatively. Aim only for the head (only sure fire kill), and target FZs first. Reload as quickly as you can. Also, check the remaining ammo you have left consistently. There is nothing worse than thinking you have 2 shots when you have none. Note: if the horde is too great, you may have to make a run for it by shooting down an escape or you will have an STD until they overpower you. </p>
<p>C. Medicine
All humans will eventually get sick so its good to be prepared. Always keep prescription and non-prescription drugs on hand. Have painkillers and even blood thinners (this has worked in the past to stop the Transformation). But you will run out of medicine and zombies seem to know this. If you are planning a medicine store invasion, remember that zombies will be there. For the best possible invasion, remember:
-Keep the team small, quick and quiet. Dont let larger people join the medicine team.
-No gunfire unless absolutely necessary. Use gun butts, bats and farm tools.
-Get ready to escape at any time. Getting bit is not worth getting the medicine.
-Make sure that the group breaks into smaller groups of two to three, ensuring more items are picked up and better chance of most of the team making it out. The leader should hand out walkie-talkies. </p>
<pre><code> D. History/Zombie Transformation
As always, knowing the enemy is a great strategy to beating them. We have since learned that the drug *************** has caused the outbreak. The chemical, which was first found in the Amazon Rainforest Habitat Preservation Institute (as we all know, the Amazon is slowly dying from pollution, greenhouse gas emission and the chemical ************, leaking from dead zombies), has shown that it slowly kills the brain cells by heating the bodies temperature past 106 degrees. When the human dies, the body enters into a cocoon stage. For reasons still unknown, the decomposing body enters a coma-like state, characterized by shallow breathing, and a very slow heartbeat.
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<p>We captured a human test subject and looked at their brain after being bit and then when they entered the cocoon stage. We found something startling: the brain cells became black and dead but after a period of 4 to 6 hours, the brain starts up again. But this time, only the brain stem and hypothalamus regain life. The brain stem helps control body movement but because its not used to coming back to life, its slow, which explains why zombies move so sluggishly. The hypothalamus has a different reaction to being reset. It controls the hunger of a human but it now has an unquenchable desire for human flesh. </p>
<pre><code> E. Conclusion
In the end, the best way to live is to be prepared. Always stay calm. Keep a kit of guns, ammo, water, medicine, flashlight and a radio. The ZAA and whats left of the CDC are working day, not night, to find a cure for this outbreak. Please do your best to survive. There is still hope.
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<p>We hope you have enjoyed this pamphlet and that you can have the most pleasurable zombie experience that is humanly possible.</p>
<p>Questions or comments?
Please call (<strong><em>)-</em></strong>-****. But wed rather you didnt. We have to fight zombies too.</p>