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Did Hinduism start in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

History. Historians and local traditions say that a Hindu sage named “Ne” established himself in the valley of Kathmandu during prehistoric times, and that the word “Nepal” means “the place protected” (“pala” in Sanskrit) by the sage Ne. When did Hinduism start in Nepal? 2,000 BCEHinduism was brought from the Indus Valley to the northern […]

Filed Under: Asia

What tree Is Pennsylvania known for?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In 1931, Pennsylvania named the hemlock as the state tree. These trees are slow-growing and long-lived. It takes a hemlock 250 to 300 years to reach maturity, and it can live up to 800 years. Additionally, this evergreen tree was used by settlers in the region to build log cabins. What is the most common […]

Filed Under: United States

Why did the US get involved in Vietnam GCSE?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The non-communism government of South Vietnam looked in danger of being overthrown by the communist-backed Vietcong guerillas . America was operating a policy of containment and feared if Vietnam fell to communism, other countries in South East Asia would fall too. Why did the US get involved with Vietnam? China had become communist in 1949 […]

Filed Under: Asia

How much does a hospital visit cost in Switzerland?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Adults have to pay the first CHF 300 each year ‘excess’ for medical treatment, excluding maternity care. There is also a charge of CHF 15 a day for hospital stays. Are hospitals free in Switzerland? There are no free state-provided health services, but private health insurance is compulsory for all persons residing in Switzerland (within […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is Australia or Canada safer country?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Australia is generally considered safe of terrorism threats but are also notoriously proactive when it comes to ensure the safety of their citizens. Australia ranks 63th and Canada is even safer ranking 73rd. Is Australia safer than other countries? Australia is generally a very safe and welcoming place to live and study, consistently ranking among […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Is Delaware growing?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Based on growth rates from the last year, Delaware is the 14th fastest growing state at a rate of 1.05%. Why is Delaware’s population growing? Two components comprise population growth: natural increase (births minus deaths) and net migration. Statewide, Delaware net migration accounted for 70% of the population change between 2010-19. Is Delaware population growing? […]

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Does St Lucia have blue water?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Endless Blue Waters The Caribbean has its fair share of beautiful beaches, and Saint Lucia is no exception. If you are wondering how big is St.Pigeon Island National Park, which we mentioned earlier, also boasts some lovely white sands and blue waters, along with the likes of Sugar Beach. Does St Lucia have clear blue […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Is there snow in Colorado in June?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

While Colorado mountain towns are used to seeing snow at odd times of year, the weekend’s weather was still out of the ordinary. The average snowfall for Steamboat Springs in June is 0.1 inches. Prior to last Friday, it had been 91 years since a snowstorm hit the city in late June. Does it snow […]

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What is an ATM in France?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

ATMs – called distributeur automatique de billets in French – are widely available at airports and in France’s major cities and towns. There’s an ATM inside or outside most bank branches, often below an eye-catching sign that says retrait – the French word for “withdrawal”. Post offices also have ATMs. What is an ATM and […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is Iowa always windy?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

DES MOINES, Iowa — Windy weather is incredibly common in Iowa and the rest of the Midwest, especially during spring, fall and winter months. There’s always wind—moving air—outside, even if it occasionally reaches an unnoticeable speed, typically referred to as calm. Is Iowa a windy state? One of the reasons Chicago is known as the […]

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What are the Israelites known for?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Jacob prophesies the future of his sons’ descendants, the Israelites. The Israelites, as described in the Hebrew Bible, were the descendants of the patriarch Jacob, later known as Israel. Under the leadership of Moses, they left Egypt and conquered the land of Canaan, forming the nations of Israel and Judah. What were the Israelites known […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

What is Ohio’s shape?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

U.S. state flag in a swallow-tailed shape incorporating red and white stripes and a blue hoist triangle featuring a white-bordered red disk and 17 stars. Ohio is the only one of the 50 states to use a nonrectangular flag. Why is Ohio’s flag not a rectangle? The Ohio Burgee is the official flag of the […]

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Which of the following dance originated in Austria?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Austrian folk dancing is mostly associated with Schuhplattler, Ländler, polka and waltz. However, there are other dances such as Zwiefacher, Kontratänze and Sprachinseltänze. What is the traditional dance of Austria? Ländler, traditional couple dance of Bavaria and Alpine Austria. What dance of the peasants dance in Austria and Bavaria? waltzThe weller, or turning dances, were […]

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Who ruled Odisha before British?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

From mid-16th century to 1592 Orissa was ruled by five Muslim kings successively. With the decline of Mughals, the Marathas occupied Orissa. Ultimately, the British took over the state from the Marathas although a number of indigenous princely states continued to function in some parts of Orissa. Who ruled Odisha first? Its first king, Kapilendra […]

Filed Under: India

What tanks do Ukraine have?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Tanks Model Origin Type T-84 Ukraine Main battle tank T-80 Soviet Union Ukraine Main battle tank T-72 Soviet Union Russia Ukraine Main battle tank T-64 Soviet Union Ukraine Main battle tank What type of tanks does Ukraine have? The T-84 is a Ukrainian main battle tank (MBT), a development of the Soviet T-80 main battle […]

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