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What percentage of South Africa is white?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

According to Statistics South Africa, white South Africans make up 8.9% (Census 2011) of the total population in South Africa. What is the racial breakdown of South Africa? Statistics South Africa asks people to describe themselves in the census in terms of five racial population groups. The 2011 census figures for these categories were Black […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

What is the Idaho State Fruit?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

huckleberry. BOISE, Idaho — Thanks to an idea from a group of North Idaho fourth graders, the huckleberry was officially adopted as Idaho’s state fruit by the state legislature in 2000. Are huckleberries only in Idaho? They need to have a covering of snow to insulate them in order to grow, which is one of […]

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Can you get a DUI on private property in Mississippi?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

In other states—such as Kentucky and Mississippi—it’s illegal to drive drunk anywhere within state borders. If you live in one of these states, you can be arrested for a DUI even if you never leave your own private property, regardless of whether or not the property is open to the public. Can you be drunk […]

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What separates Cincinnati from Kentucky?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ohio River Ohio River Country United States States Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois Cities Pittsburgh, PA, East Liverpool, OH, Wheeling, WV, Parkersburg, WV, Huntington, WV, Ashland, KY, Cincinnati, OH, Louisville, KY, Owensboro, KY, Evansville, IN, Henderson, KY, Paducah, KY, Cairo, IL What Kentucky city borders Cincinnati? CovingtonCovington is a city in Kenton County, […]

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Is Wyoming the worst state?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Based on the survey, Louisiana was ranked as the worst state to live in.Worst States To Live in 2021. State Wyoming Crime 17 Economy 42 Healthcare 42 Education 16 Is Wyoming a bad state? Wyoming ranks 11th in Poverty Rate at 11.1%(poverty rankings by state). The Poverty Rate of Wyoming is significantly lower than the […]

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Did Hawaiians eat dogs?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The poi dog was a two-purpose breed – used for food and as a lucky charm. Unsuited for anything else, the breed declined to extinction as the native religion was abandoned and eating dog meat became unfashionable. What animals do Hawaiians eat? Protein in the Hawaiian diet generally came from fish and other seafood and […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

How is Madrid in March?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Madrid weather March The Mediterranean climate begins to warm up in March, but it’s still quite cold with temperatures rarely rising above the mid-teens. If you don’t mind the cold, it’s a great time to visit the city and enjoy some sightseeing and a trip to one of the amazing museums scattered around the city. […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Madrid, Spain

Is Naples close to Sicily?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The distance between Naples and Sicily is 363 km. Is Naples Italy close to Sicily? Its southern location means the city is close to both Sicily and Sardinia, the ancient ruins of Pompeii, and the beautiful Amalfi Coast. Naples is also home to one of Italy’s best archaeological museums: the National Archaeological Museum. How long […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Sicily

How did the loss of the Mississippi River hurt the Confederacy?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Q. How did the loss of its control of the Mississippi River Contribute to the defeat of the Confederacy? Losing control of the river removed the physcial barrier between slave and free states. The river provided the Confederacy with a power source for factories and mills. How did the loss of its control of the […]

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Why did the Detroit Automobile Company fail?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The company failed because it offered a poor vehicle. Henry Ford’s first company was The Detroit Automobile Company. Aside from letterhead paper, a few photographs, some newspaper clippings and this document nothing remains of it. This agreement stipulates Henry’s job as Mechanical Superintendent. Why did the Detroit automobile industry fail? This decline was mainly due […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Detroit, Michigan

Why is Nevada dry?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Sierra Nevada block Pacific Ocean moisture from entering Nevada from the west; while the Rocky Mountains block same from the Gulf of Mexico. Plus, Nevada is too dry to make it’s own weather. We are in a high desert area and it is very hot and windy. Those 2 things will dry everything out. […]

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How many inches of snow does San Antonio have?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Climate Averages San Antonio, Texas United States Rainfall 32.8 in. 38.1 in. Snowfall 0.2 in. 27.8 in. Precipitation 82.5 days 106.2 days Sunny 220 days 205 days When was the last time San Antonio got snow? From the archives: December 26, 2017 The weather outside is frightful – finally! It has been more than 30 […]

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Can an American live in Vancouver Canada?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Yes, you can live in Canada if you are a U.S. citizen—and actually, unless you actually apply for citizenship in Canada, you will still be considered an American citizen, even if you are a permanent resident of Canada. Can a US citizen live in Vancouver Canada? US citizens can stay in Canada for up to […]

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Does Cuba have beaches?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

With nearly 3,500 miles of coastline and 430 beaches—including ones with powdery white, golden, and black sands—choosing the most suitable one in Cuba is a highly personal endeavor. Our favorite beaches are a mix of easy access spots, good snorkeling and diving locales, and family-friendly destinations. Which part of Cuba has the best beaches? Come […]

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Was Hannibal a threat to Rome?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Hannibal was born in 247 B.C. in Carthage, a powerful city in Northern Africa that was a threat to the Roman Republic in the Mediterranean.Hannibal kept his oath and devoted his life to defeating Rome. A successful officer in Carthage’s army, Hannibal was proclaimed its leader when he was only 26. Was Rome scared of […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Rome

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