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Why do Japanese sleep on futons?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In the olden days, the Japanese slept on the floor on tatami mats with only a hard pillow to support the head. A soft foldable mattress was added to this sleeping arrangement to add comfort and experiment with colorful bedding. The futon is not as uncomfortable as it may seem to people who have always […]

Filed Under: Asia

Are moose in Wisconsin?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

There are seven subspecies of moose worldwide, four which are found in North America.The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources estimated that Wisconsin’s moose population is about 20 to 40 animals, but varies quite a bit (WDNR 2003a). Currently they are found in the northern counties of Wisconsin. Does Wisconsin have elk or moose? Although Wisconsin […]

Filed Under: United States

Is a Bordeaux like a Pinot Noir?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Bordeaux also tends to be big and bold in flavor, unlike Burgundy, which is made from the thin-skinned, finicky pinot noir grape. The stylistic differences in the wines are mirrored in the very different vibes of the two regions. Bordeaux abounds in vast estates fronted by big, showcase châteaux. Is Pinot Noir a Bordeaux wine? […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Bordeaux, France

What is the average age of Vermonters?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

42.7. Vermont’s median age is 42.7 — half of Vermonters are younger and half are older. By contrast, the median American is a full five years younger, 38 years old. How many Vermonters are 75 or older? VT Demographic Statistics Number Percent 65 to 74 years 40,683 6.7 75 to 84 years 26,831 4.4 85 […]

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What is the average lot size in Seattle?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The overall median lot size in the Seattle metropolitan area currently sits at 8,400 square feet. The median lot size for the city of Seattle stands at almost 1,180 square feet, down almost 70% from 20 years ago. What is the standard size of a lot? A standard lot represents 100,000 units of any currency, […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Seattle, Washington

Who were the first settlers on Long Island?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

While the English eastern region of Long Island was first settled by the English, the western portion of Long Island was settled by the Dutch; until 1664, the jurisdiction of Long Island was split between the Dutch and English, roughly at the present border between Nassau County and Suffolk County. Who lived on Long Island […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Long Island, New York

How much does it cost to go to Germany for 2 weeks?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

So, how much does it cost to go to Germany? Based on my guide above, I estimate the cost of a two-week trip to be around US $3,830. Of course, this amount can either be increased or decreased depending on several factors including when you go, the places you visit, and the type of accommodation […]

Filed Under: Europe

What is the main square in Lisbon called?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Praça do Comércio. The Praça do Comércio (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈpɾasɐ du kuˈmɛɾsju]; English: Commerce Square) is a large, harbour-facing square in Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, being one of the largest in Portugal, with 175 by 175 m (574 by 574 ft), that is, 30,600 m2 (329,000 ft2). What is the main square in Lisbon? Praça do […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Lisbon, Portugal

Can a 17 year old buy a house in Texas?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

NO. The age of majority is 18 in Texas. A minor lacks capacity to own real estate or to sign contracts. Can you get your own place at 17 in Texas? At what age can teens legally leave home in Texas? In Texas, parents are legally responsible for their children up until age 18.Also, youth […]

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What does Budgie mean in Australian?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Budgie is a shortened form of Budgerigar, from the native Australian name Betcherrygah. The betcherry bit means ‘good’, and gah means ‘parakeet’. What is budgie slang for? budgie. / (ˈbʌdʒɪ) / noun. informal short for budgerigar. What does Budgie mean in Aboriginal? The name budgerigar is derived from the Aboriginal word betcherrygah (meaning good food).Native […]

Filed Under: Australasia

When can you smoke in Denmark?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The plan contains a raft of new measures, including plain packaging of tobacco products, a ban on point of sale advertising, strengthened smoke-free public places including schools and other educational institutions, total ban on smoking by pupils during school hours, and enforced ban on sales of tobacco to persons At what age can you smoke […]

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When did slavery end in Guadeloupe?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The final abolition of slavery in 1848 was the most significant 19th-century development in the territory. Universal suffrage was abolished during the reign of Napoleon III of France, but in 1870 colonial representation in the French Parliament was restored. When did Guadeloupe abolish slavery? 7 June 1794June 1794: the proclamation of general freedom and terror […]

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What is the industry like in North Dakota?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The energy industry is one of the major drivers of North Dakota’s economy. The state produces shale gas and has vast reserves of oil and coal. It has large reserves of lignite coal, and it is the largest producer in the country. What’s the main industry in North Dakota? North Dakota’s largest industry is oil […]

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What city in Kentucky has mountains?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

You’ll Never Want To Leave These 9 Mountain Towns In Kentucky Pineville. TripAdvisor/boonehuff. Irvine. TripAdvisor/GooseFan. Cumberland. Wikimedia Commons/Nyttend. Elkhorn City. Flickr/Eli Christman. Middlesboro. Flickr/YangTS. Morehead. Wikimedia Commons/Elspamo4. Prestonsburg. Wikimedia Commons/Nyttend. Corbin. What part of Kentucky are mountainous? Mountain Region, area encompassing the eastern quarter of the state of Kentucky, U.S., a region of narrow valleys […]

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Is San Jose more expensive than New York?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

San Jose is 14.6% more expensive than New York. San Jose housing costs are 47.4% more expensive than New York housing costs. Health related expenses are 10.7% less in San Jose. Is San Jose an expensive place to live? Known as the 31st most expensive city in the entire world, the cost of living in […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Costa Rica, San Jose

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