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Is Pennsylvania Dutch really German?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Pennsylvania Dutch (also called Pennsylvania Germans or Pennsylvania Deutsch) are descendants of early German immigrants to Pennsylvania who arrived in droves, mostly before 1800, to escape religious persecution in Europe. Is Pennsylvania Dutch similar to German? Lexically, Pennsylvania Dutch is also very similar to southeastern Palatine German dialects, though approximately 10%–15% of its vocabulary […]

Filed Under: United States

What is Australia’s identity?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

1. Australians traditionally had a national identity that developed during the 19th and early 20th century that was complemented by a British identity to form a larger identity. 2. The ‘end of empire’ disrupted the British identity and created a vacuum in the wider Australian identity. What are some Australian identity? The ‘Australian way of […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Where does Huntsville Alabama rank?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Huntsville is the third-best place in the United States to live in, according to the latest rankings of the country’s largest metros released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report. Huntsville also surged up the rankings, leaping from 15th in 2020 to its second runner-up spot in 2021. Is Huntsville Alabama a good city to […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Alabama, Huntsville

Is France good country to work?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

France has been ranked as the best European country to work in according to a new study by Totally Money.With its 35-hour working week France offers the lowest number of weekly working hours – both Greece and Switzerland have a 42-hour working week while the remainder of the countries studied have a 40-hour week. Is […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is it rude to laugh in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Talking and laughing loudly In general there isn’t anything wrong with that – but try to limit it when in public places, such as a train. It’s easy to get excited when travelling in Japan, but try to minimise the volume level when riding the Shinkansen, for example. Is laughing rude in Japan? Reason #1: […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is Mozambique a rich country?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Since 2001, Mozambique’s annual average GDP growth has been among the world’s highest. However, the country is still one of the poorest and most underdeveloped countries in the world, ranking low in GDP per capita, human development, measures of inequality and average life expectancy. Is Mozambique considered a poor country? Despite facing tremendous adversity, Mozambique […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

What is the main industry in Boise Idaho?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

science and technology sector. The state’s largest city and capital is Boise. Today, the largest industry in Idaho is the science and technology sector. It accounts for over 25% of the state’s total revenue and over 70% of the state’s exports. Idaho’s industrial economy is growing, with high-tech products leading the way. What is Boise […]

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Is Missouri a part of North America?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Missouri is a state in the Midwestern region of the United States bordered by Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Nebraska. Missouri is the 18th most populous state. It comprises 114 counties and one independent city. Is Missouri Northern America? Mo. Missouri is a state in the Midwestern region of the United States. […]

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Is the water clear in Riviera Maya?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

To clarify the clear water comments, the soft sand can make the water cloudy at shore, but there are several gorgeous beaches along the Riviera Maya, many away from the mega-resort beaches. Disagree, we’ve returned year after year and even built a home in the RM because the water is so spectacularly clear. Where is […]

Filed Under: Mexico

Who built Melbourne?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

That Batman was the first prospector of Melbourne and Geelong. That (not Fawkner, but) Fawkner’s party – five men, a woman, and the woman’s cat – were the bona-fide founders of the present great metropolis. John Batman established a camp at Indented Head on the tip of the Bellarine Peninsula in June 1835. What was […]

Filed Under: Australasia

What is the national dish of Laos?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

larb. Laab Ped (Minced Duck Salad) Often said to be the national dish of Laos, laab (frequently seen on Thai-restaurant menus as “larb”) is essentially a salad made from ground meat and herbs, laced with fish sauce and lime juice and topped with a powder made from dry ground rice. What is the most popular […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is Uttarakhand a poor state?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

When it comes to poverty as well, the state has done better than its parent state, with a poverty rate of merely 11% in 2011-12, compared with 29% in Uttar Pradesh.Poor infrastructure in the hills is naturally an important contributory factor behind the high poverty levels in some of the hilly areas of the state. […]

Filed Under: India

What is so special about Canada?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Canada is full of incredible outdoor wonders and is famed for its natural beauty.Canada is home to the world’s largest coastline (202,080 km long to be precise) stretching from the Pacific to the Atlantic. Canada also has more lakes than all other countries in the world combined. What is Canada best known for? 15 Things […]

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How many Chinese live in Sri Lanka?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The descendants of early migrants who remain in Sri Lanka number only around 3500 persons. Figures from NationMaster also support this number. How many foreigners live in Sri Lanka? The Sri Lankan diaspora are Sri Lankan emigrants and expatriates from Sri Lanka, and their descendants, that reside in a foreign country. They number a total […]

Filed Under: Asia

Who is the biggest employer in Detroit Michigan?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ford Motor Co.. Detroit’s top employer is Ford Motor Co., headquartered in the suburb of Dearborn. One of the country’s “big three” automakers, Ford sells automobiles, trucks and SUVs, as well as commercial vehicles. Who are the largest employers in Detroit? Ford Motor Co. Dearborn. 44,598. Automobile manufacturer. FCA US LLC. Auburn. Hills. 33,657. General […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Detroit, Michigan

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