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What are the 3 social classes in France?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

France under the Ancien Régime (before the French Revolution) divided society into three estates: the First Estate (clergy); the Second Estate (nobility); and the Third Estate (commoners). The king was considered part of no estate. What were the 3 classes of French society? Estates-General, also called States General, French États-Généraux, in France of the pre-Revolution […]

Filed Under: Europe

Do Hawaiian cockroaches bite?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Bites – They bite, but rarely. I think only when you’re sleeping and roll over on them or something. OK, a bit of research turned this up from Orkin – the pest control specialists – “Cockroaches are omnivores that eat plants and meat. How bad are cockroaches in Hawaii? Roaches: The Danger Is Real Some […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

How were Egyptian houses built?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Homes in Ancient Egypt were constructed from mud bricks and papyrus. The annual flooding of the Nile made mud a plentiful raw material, which was formed into bricks that dried solid in the sun. Wood was in short supply, so only tended to be used for doorways, ceiling supports and furniture. How did Egypt build […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Why did Rome not conquer Scotland?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The reason Rome never conquered Scotland (or, more accurately, the Scottish Highlands), is because Scotland simply wasn’t worth the trouble. Scotland had no natural resources, very little fertile land, had no large population from which to draw troops, and afforded no strategic advantage. Why would the Romans not conquer Scotland? Why had the Romans struggled […]

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Does Peru have an accent?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Perú, like in the wide variety of food that it offers, also has different regional accents. People in the Highland areas, people in the north, people in the south and people from the Jungle each have their own accent. How does Peru speak? Around 84% of Peruvians speak Spanish, the official national language.Quechua is the […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Delhi good place to study?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The best place to study in India is New Delhi! New Delhi is the bustling capital of the Indian state.With such a dense urban population and rickshaws zipping by everywhere through traffic, life in Delhi can sometimes feel quite chaotic. But more importantly, the city is an incredible educator on its own. Is Delhi a […]

Filed Under: India

Can US citizens get married in Belize?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Couples getting married must reside in Belize for at least three days prior to their license application being processed.The cost of the license is USD$100 or BZD$200 per couple, plus an administrative fee of USD$5 or BZD$10. Licenses can be obtained within two days. A blood test is not required. Can foreigners get married in […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Does Boston get very hot?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In the capital and largest city of Boston, the hottest month of the year is July, with an average high temperature of 81 °F or 27.2 °C and an average low temperature of 66 °F (18 °C).The hottest month is July, with an average high of 82 °F or 27.8 °C and average low of […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boston, Massachusetts

What natural resources does Trinidad and Tobago export?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The main resources are medium grade crude oil and natural gas, which together account for 40% of GDP and 80% of exports. T&T has been a producer of these commodities for over a century, with cumulative production totalling over 3bn barrels, according to the Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries (MEEI). What does Trinidad export? […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

How do you greet in Punjabi?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

What is a common greeting in Punjabi? Sat Sri AkaalRevision:Greetings English Punjabi Hello Sat Sri Akaal Excuse me Maaf karna Please Kripa Thank you Dhanvaad How do you greet someone good morning in Punjabi? śubha savēra (Good morning), Ali. What is the Sikh greeting? Talking about the Religious Culture of Sikhs, the most common greeting […]

Filed Under: India

Do black mambas live in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Before we get to the fun bit, we should note that black mambas are from Africa and inland taipans are from Australia. This means under natural circumstances, the two species would never meet. In fact, black mambas and inland taipans are like the “alpha” snakes of Africa and Australia. What is the most poisonous snake […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Is Eastlake Seattle Safe?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Eastlake is quiet and safe. It’s small and primarily residential; it’s a great spot for kids and dogs. The downside is that there aren’t a ton of shops or restaurants, and there’s no grocery store, bookstore, movie theater, etc. Is Eastlake Seattle a good neighborhood? Eastlake is a neighborhood in Seattle, Washington with a population […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Seattle, Washington

What does deh yah mean in Jamaican?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Everything is okay. ‘Mi Deh Yah, Yuh Know’ You have to say it almost as one complete word. The expression is often used as a response to “wah gwaan, and it means “Everything is okay.” It may also mean “I’m doing well.” What does deh yah mean? “Mi deh yah „ English Translation: I am […]

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How many tourists visit Orlando?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The year 2020 brought “unimaginable lows” with tourism numbers falling 53% compared with 2019′s roughly 76 million visitors coming to Orlando, Visit Orlando’s CEO Cassandra Matej said. It was the fewest number of visitors since 1995, according to Visit Orlando. How many people visited Orlando FL in 2019? 50.1 million travellersOrlando Visitor Numbers In 2019 […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Orlando

What are some customs in Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

10 of the most unusual Icelandic traditions Bóndadagur – Husband’s Day. Bóndadagur, or Husband’s Day, takes place on the first day of Thorri, which is the fourth winter month. Konudagur – Wife’s Day. Sjómannadagur. Twelfth Night. Bolludagur – Bun Day. Ash Day. Bjordagur – Beer Day. Summer Solstice. What is Iceland’s traditions? The most prominent […]

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