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What is high school called in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ensino Médio (High School) What is Secondary School Brazil? School is free and compulsory for students at the primary (ages 7–14) and secondary (ages 15–17) levels, but roughly three-fifths of Brazilians have only four years of schooling or less. What is the school system in Brazil? The education system in Brazil is divided between 5 […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Croatia family friendly?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Croatia is a friendly, laid-back country, full of plenty of places for a family to enjoy activities together. Kids are welcome in most spaces and often given special attention, and English is widely spoken. Which part of Croatia is best for families? Where to go on a family holiday in Croatia Lopud Island. Mljet Island. […]

Filed Under: Europe

How close is Peru to the equator?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

about 690 miles. Each degree of latitude equals about 69 miles, putting the top of Peru at about 690 miles south of the equator. Does Peru touch the equator? Peru is a country on the central western coast of South America facing the Pacific Ocean. It lies wholly in the Southern Hemisphere, its northernmost extreme […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Where is Philadelphia located today?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Philadelphia is located in south eastern corner of the state at the confluence of the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers, about 95 mi (153 km) by road, southwest of New York City and 105 mi (170 km) north east of Baltimore. Where are the 7 churches of Revelation located today? The Seven Churches of Revelation, also […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

What is Costa Rica like in June?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

June is officially the beginning of Costa Rica’s rainy season, or “green season.” Rain will (undoubtedly) be somewhat more frequent in June.Temperatures during June will continue to vary from roughly 70-90 degrees Fahrenheit (18-32 Celsius) during the day, and about 10-15 degrees cooler during the night. Is June a good month to go to Costa […]

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Is Utah the most beautiful state?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Utah.The magnificent rock formations of Arches and Canyonlands, the soaring red-rock cliffs of Zion, or Bryce’s ethereal sunset-colored hoodoos prove that Utah is one of the most naturally beautiful states in the US. What is the ugliest state? Ugliest States 2021 Connecticut. The first of the ugliest states in the U.S. is Connecticut. Delaware. Kansas. […]

Filed Under: United States

How do you spell Caribbean Sea?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

a part of the Atlantic Ocean bounded by Central America, the West Indies, and South America. Is it Caribbean or Carribean? There seem to be two primary “Caribbean” pronunciations that most people use: “cuh-RIB-be-an,” with the emphasis on the second syllable, and “care-ib-BEE-an,” with the biggest emphasis on the third syllable and a slight emphasis […]

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Is Iceland as cold as Canada?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

What you find is that Iceland is neither cold nor warm. Check out the summer temperature – an average of 14C in July, with a low of 9C.Most people would find that winters in Iceland are a lot warmer than winters in Toronto or Montreal. Is Iceland a very cold country? In Iceland, the climate […]

Filed Under: Europe

What is the rainiest month in Portland Oregon?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.53″). The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31″). What is the rainy season in Portland Oregon? Rain – Nearly 90 percent of the annual rainfall occurs from October through May. Hottest Day of the Year – The average high on August 9 is […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Maine, Portland

What is Jamaican Naseberry?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Jamaican naseberry fruit, also known as sapodilla, is a tropical fruit native to the Caribbean and Central America.The fruit varies in shape, size and colour. Some naseberries are round, some are oval, and may be 4 to 8 aches in diameter. The skin of the naseberry fruit is brown and has a sandpaper like […]

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What’s unique about Utah?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Utah is the second-driest state in the United States after Nevada. On average, Utah has about 300 sunny days a year. Salt Lake City, UT, has more plastic surgeons per capita than any other city in the United States. Utah is the only state to have a cooking pot among its state symbols. What makes […]

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Why are Bahamas so blue?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The waters around the Bahamas are light blue because the water is shallow. The blue color comes from the absorption of red and green light wavelengths by the water. The blue is reflected to be received by your eyes. The light blue is a response to sunlight reflecting off the sand and corals on the […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Is Healthcare bad in Hawaii?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Aloha State stands No. 1 in overall health and public health, second in access to health care and third in quality of health care in the Best States rankings at U.S. News & World Report. And Hawaii is working at keeping it that way. Is health care good in Hawaii? Hawaii has the best […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

What are the most important physical features of Washington state?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Evergreen State, the 18th largest state in the union, can be divided into six geographic land areas; the Olympic Mountains, the Coast Range, the Puget Sound Lowlands, the Cascade Mountains, the Columbia Plateau, and the Rocky Mountains. What are two important landforms in Washington state? In Washington, the Columbia Plateau’s landscape ranges from an […]

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What’s so great about Milan?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Charming yet undeniably gritty, Milan is the wealthiest, most stylish city in Italy; a perfect example of old-world romance meets urban steel.Yet those who know Italy well would never dare skip a visit to the fashion, food, architecture and art capital of the country. What makes Milan so special? Milan is so great for shopping […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Milan

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