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What did settlers do when they arrived in Oregon?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Emigrants could corral and graze their animals at the Farm while, for 50 cents, they dined on large portions of beef, potatoes, slaw, and biscuits. At Oregon City, after six months of grueling travel over 2000 miles, newcomers might rest a bit and resupply in town at establishments such as Abernethy’s Store. Why did settlers […]

Filed Under: United States

Is it legal to take lava from Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Many visitors yearn to take a lava rock home with them after their trip. To protect Iceland’s natural places, it is illegal to take anything natural out of protected areas. This includes plants, fossils, minerals, and lava rocks. Is it illegal to take lava? Packing a few lava rocks or a handful of sand for […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is Church banned in Norway?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The law further specifies the right of individuals to choose or change their religion. A constitutional amendment separates the Church of Norway from the state, but the constitution stipulates the Church of Norway shall remain the national church and as such shall be supported by the state. What happened to churches in Norway? The Reformation […]

Filed Under: Europe

What is the coldest temperature ever recorded in Portland Oregon?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

These records were observed near downtown Portland and go back to 1875. The lowest temperature measured during that time was -2 degrees Fahrenheit (-19 Celsius) on January 15, 1888. What is the coldest it’s ever been in Oregon? Seneca experiences the coolest weather in Grant County and has the distinction of the coldest official temperature […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Maine, Portland

Where should I stop between Sydney and Adelaide?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The best way to travel from Sydney to Adelaide is via Albury and Bendigo. You can also choose the fastest route, which is the Sydney to Hay NSW drive, stopping at Wagga Wagga and then Hay to Adelaide, but, in general, it is less scenic. Another possibility is to drive Sydney to Adelaide via Broken […]

Filed Under: Australasia

How much does it cost to take a train from Maine to New York?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The cheapest way to get from Maine to New York is to bus which costs $17 – $24 and takes 7h 15m. What is the fastest way to get from Maine to New York? The quickest way to get from Maine to New York is to fly and train which costs $110 – $470 and […]

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Is Cheyenne Wyoming booming?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Today Cheyenne is growing, but maintains its kind spirit and traditions.Cheyenne is expected to grow at a rate of approximately two percent, per year in the near future. Taking our current population of approximately 60,000 to 135,000 by 2030. Is Cheyenne Wyoming growing? Cheyenne is currently growing at a rate of 0.62% annually and its […]

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Is this the wettest summer in Boston?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

2021 has been warmer and wetter: Boston had the warmest and 3rd wettest summer on record, Worcester had 4th wettest summer, 11th warmest on record. Boston’s record breaking summer. Is this the wettest summer in Massachusetts? Taken as a whole, the summer of 2021 (Jun-Jul-Aug) currently ranks as the 4th wettest on record in Boston […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boston, Massachusetts

Do Komodo dragons live in Arizona?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Komodo dragon is the Phoenix Zoo’s newest resident, bringing back to life an exhibit left vacant last fall when the zoo’s two elderly dragons, Ivan and Gaia, died. The Cincinnati-born pair had lived at the Phoenix Zoo since the Land of the Dragons exhibit opened in 2009. What state do Komodo dragons live in? […]

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Is South or West Maui better?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The South Maui region is favored by locals and visitors for its access to some of Maui’s best beaches, dining options, and sumptuous views.Ranging from luxury condos to awesome value buys, West Maui is consistently in demand. West Maui is comprised of the following towns: Honokowai, Kaanapali, Kapalua, and Lahaina. What is the nicest part […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii, Maui

What was the reason that Pennsylvania was founded?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Its founder, English reformer William Penn, born on October 14, 1644, in London, England, named it in honor of his father. Persecuted in England for his Quaker faith, Penn came to America in 1682 and established Pennsylvania as a place where people could enjoy freedom of religion. When was Pa founded and why? Historical Society […]

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What did Peru do in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

During World War II, Peru cooperated with the United States, authorized Allied use of airfields and ports, and arranged to sell the Allies petroleum, cotton, and minerals. In 1942 Peru severed diplomatic relations with the Axis powers, and in 1945 it declared war on them. When did Peru declare war on Germany? Although Peru did […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is the easiest job to get in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Teaching English is one of the easiest ways to get a job in Japan. Programs and schools all over Japan are eager to hire native English speakers. Most will provide all the support you need to get there, including arranging visas and housing. Is getting a job in Japan easy? Finding a job in Japan […]

Filed Under: Asia

How do you say team in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

We simply say “time do Brasil” (“Brazil’s team”). For foreign teams we use both forms interchangeably (“time francês”, “time da França”). We usually reserve the word “fã” for individual people – celebrities/artists/etc. Also, “time brasileiro” (“Brazilian team”) sounds formal. How do you say friends in Brazil? Knowing how Brazilians see friendships, or “amizades”. After all, […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How Thailand got its name?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Stamps commemorating King Rama VI (left) and King Rama IX (right). People speaking one of the Tai group of languages settled in what is now Thailand around 1,000 years ago. The name Siam came from a Sanskrit word, syam.A forceful nationalist and moderniser, he changed the country’s name to Thailand. Is Thailand known by another […]

Filed Under: Asia

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