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Why does Vietnamese sound like Cantonese?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The biggest commonality between Cantonese and Vietnamese has to do with words with coda consonants in Sinitic, in which there were final -p and -t and -k as well as -m -n and -ŋ. Mandarin lost all of /p t k/ and also /m/. This makes Cantonese and Vietnamese sound more similar to each other […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is family life like in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Most families in Nepal are strongly patriarchal; however, there are some matriarchal structures in communities. Many Nepali mothers also have quite a commanding status, especially over their children and daughter-in-law, and there are an increasing number of female-headed households. What are characteristics of Nepalese family? The comparative characteristics of Nuclear and Joint family of Nepal […]

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Is Florida floating on water?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Throughout most of its history, Florida has been under water. Portions of the Florida peninsula have been above or below sea level at least four times. As glaciers of ice in the north expanded and melted, the Florida peninsula emerged and submerged. How many years until Florida is underwater? By 2100, large swaths of coastal […]

Filed Under: United States

What is halfway between Palm Springs and Las Vegas?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Halfway between Palm Springs, CA and Las Vegas, NV The town that marks the exact halfway point is actually Manix, California. The closest zip code to the midpoint is 92398. The exact latitude and longitude coordinates are 34° 58′ 26″ N and 116° 37′ 13″ W. What is there to do between Palm Springs and […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: California, Palm Springs

Can we drink beer on beach in Goa?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In January 2019, the Goa cabinet had passed a law banning consumption of alcohol in public places and assured a crackdown on ‘boozing’ on beaches and other tourist sites in the coastal state, which attracts nearly eight million tourists every year. Can we drink beer at beach? Granted, alcohol is not allowed on most California […]

Filed Under: India

What do black bears in Wisconsin eat?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Black bears like to eat all kinds of vegetation and plants. Their favorite foods consist of: fish, carrion, fruit, nuts, acorns, insects, greens, and meat. What is a black bears favorite food? Especially grass, black bears love grass which comprises most of their diet. During summer black bears also forage for ants and beetle larvae […]

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What should first time visitors do in New Orleans?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In no particular order, here are the best things to do in New Orleans for any first-time visitor: Soak in the French Quarter Architecture. Create your Own Pub Crawl. Take a Cemetery Tour. Try Beignets at Cafe Du Monde. Have Drinks at the Famous Carousel Bar. Eat a Muffuletta from the Central Grocery and Deli. […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Louisiana, New Orleans

Does CU Boulder have coed dorms?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The dorms are the premiere way to meet people as a CU student for freshman year. Every dorm is coed and they generally house 200-500 people. Does CU Boulder have co ed dorms? Coed dorm rooms, often referred to as “gender neutral” or “gender blind” rooms, are becoming increasingly more prevalent across American universities. CU, […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boulder, Colorado

What are two cultures that settled in Oregon?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Despite many barriers, Oregon’s communities were becoming a place where Japanese, Chinese, Latino and European immigrants and Black Americans arrived as laborers and entrepreneurs, laying the literal foundation of the state today. What is Oregon’s culture? The culture of Oregon has had a diverse and distinct character from before European settlement until the modern day. […]

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Are there sea lions in the Florida Keys?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

KEY LARGO (CBSMiami) — They are cute and cuddly. Now, they are calling South Florida home. Two young orphaned California sea lions will now live in the Florida Keys after they were deemed non-releasable by NOAA Fisheries. The 75-pound sea lions are less than a year old. Where can I see sea lions in Florida? […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Florida Keys

Is it safe to drive to Manali in January?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Yes, Its safe journey Delhi to Manali. Many tourists come to Manali in season time. Is it safe to go Manali by car in January? Yes travelling to Manali or shimla is quite safe in January… Is it safe to drive to Manali in winter? Yes during fog and cold the time taken in travel […]

Filed Under: India Tagged With: Himachal Pradesh, Manali

Why is Miami special?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Miami is a city that never needs sleep, mostly because it’s too busy partying. While it’s also a destination for award-winning restaurants, international art and sports (let’s not forget the Miami Heat and David Beckham’s Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami), Miami’s nightlife scene is renowned, and for good reason. What is Miami special for? One […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Miami

How did France win the Hundred Years War?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

(1428-1429) Siege of Orleans The siege of Orleans was the turning point of the Hundred Years’ War. After over 80 years of warfare the French finally gained the upper hand with the decisive victory at Orleans. What advantages did France have in the 100 year war? For the Hundred Years’ war both England and France […]

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Is Amsterdam a small city?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Europe has many beautiful tourist destinations. However, it is absolutely undeniable that by far, Amsterdam is one of the best. The population of 735000 is proud of this ‘greatest of small cities in the world’. Is Amsterdam big city? Amsterdam is intensely urbanised, as is the Amsterdam metropolitan area surrounding the city. Comprising 219.4 km2 […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Amsterdam, Netherlands

What did Italy do in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Italy’s military outside of the Italian peninsula collapsed, its occupied and annexed territories falling under German control. Italy capitulated to the Allies on 3 September 1943. On 13 October 1943, the Kingdom of Italy officially joined the Allied Powers and declared war on it former Axis partner Germany. Why did Italy switch sides in ww2? […]

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