Why was the ground war in Vietnam so difficult to fight? Civilians often joined the Vietcong and U.S. soldiers often could not identify the enemy. Which of the following lowered the voting age from 21 to 18?army bases, airfields, and anything else that North Vietnam would find useful in the war effort. Why was the […]
What are some of the issues facing the poor in Indonesia?
The economic crisis, with its inflation, food shortages, widespread bankruptcies and loss of jobs, has threatened to end the recently-acquired affluence of some Indonesians or to bring a return to poverty for many more. What are the biggest problems facing Indonesia? Major problems faced the mountainous interior regions of Kalimantan, Sulawesi and Sumatra. These problems […]
Do Japanese people kiss in public?
In Japan, you’re not likely to see too much public smooching going on. Interestingly, several interviewees said they’d be more likely to smooch with a foreign partner in public if that person were exceptionally attractive. Is kissing in public OK in Japan? Best not greet a Japanese person by kissing or hugging them (unless you […]
Is Bali hot in November?
Is it hot in Bali in November? No, Bali has a tropical climate and November falls in the high monsoon season. So, heavy rains bring down the temperature. It ranges between 30 degrees C to 25 degrees C with average temperature being 27 degrees C. Is Bali busy in November? November and December are primarily […]
What are hospitals like in Russia?
There are two types of hospitals in Russia: state hospitals and private hospitals. However, state hospitals are often underfunded, have basic facilities, and it can be difficult to find English-speaking staff. Waiting lists are long and food provision can also be poor. Does Russia have good hospitals? Hospitals in Russia Moscow boasts the vast majority […]
What was Beijing called during the Yuan Dynasty?
In 1368, Zhu Yuanzhang founded the Ming dynasty in the Nanjing on the Yangtze River and his general Xu Da drove north and captured Dadu. The last Yuan emperor fled to the steppes. Dadu’s imperial palace was razed and the city was renamed Beiping (北平 or “Northern Peace”). What was the dynastic name of Beijing? […]
Who does Penang belong to?
Malaysia. Penang, officially the State of Penang, is a Malaysian state located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, by the Malacca Strait. It has two parts: Penang Island, where the capital city, George Town, is located, and Seberang Perai on the Malay Peninsula. When did the British leave Penang? Penang was under British colonial […]
What is the major influences of Cambodia in music?
Cambodian Art music is highly influenced by ancient forms as well as Hindu forms. Religious dancing, many of which depict stories and ancient myths, are common in Cambodian culture. What are two major influences of Cambodia music? The other major influence was the R and B, country and rock music that was blared into Cambodia […]
Was Japan brutal in ww2?
Before and during World War II, Japanese forces murdered millions of civilians and prisoners of war. All but one of the women were army nurses, captured after Japanese bombers sank the ship on which they were attempting escape from Singapore. Why Japan is so brutal in ww2? Having prepared for many years for the inevitable […]
Is Laos and Cambodia the same?
To the south of Laos, between Vietnam to the south and east, and with Thailand on its northern and western borders, lies the former Khmer kingdom now known as Cambodia. Is Laos located in Cambodia? At the heart of the Indochinese Peninsula, Laos is bordered by Myanmar and China to the northwest, Vietnam to the […]
Was the Vietnam War 45 years ago?
On this date in 1975, President Gerald Ford gave a speech at Tulane University and declared the Vietnam War was over for America. Is this 45th anniversary of Vietnam War? On March 28, 2017, President Donald J. Trump signed into law the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017, which named March 29 National Vietnam […]
Is Indian currency higher than Vietnam?
Since the Indian currency is far stronger, one Indian Rupee equals 308.27 Vietnamese Dongs. You won’t have to cut back on anything while you’re in Vietnam. Is Vietnam currency stronger than India? Vietnam (1 INR = 338.35 Dong) Since the Indian currency is far stronger, the ethnicity, the people, the picturesque landscapes makes it the […]
How do you say good morning in Bhutan?
How do you say hello in Bhutan? Whenever you meet local people, say “Kuzu zangpo la” which means “hello” in Bhutan. During the conversation, to show the respect, the Bhutanese often add “la” to the end of sentences. Afterward, they may say “Jen Pa Leg Sho” which means “Welcome”. What language Bhutan speak? *Note: Dzongkha […]
Why do we say Japan and not Nippon?
The simple answer is that Nippon is the typical name in Japanese, but there are other names in other languages. It appears that the name “Japan” was derived from the Mandarin or Wu name for the country, which was usually transcribed as “Cipan”. Why do we call it Japan and not Nippon? The origin of […]
Which Indian state has longest border with Bhutan?
The border is 699 km (434 m) long, and adjoins the Indian states of Assam (267 km; 166 m), Arunachal Pradesh (217 km; 135 m), West Bengal (183 km; 114 m), and Sikkim (32 km; 20 m). Bhutan–India border Map of Bhutan, with India to the south Characteristics Entities India Bhutan Length 699 km Which […]