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Is it cooler in the Georgia mountains?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Georgia Mountains area of the Chattahoochee National Forest has summers with warm to mild days and comfortably cool nights. Winters in the area can be quite cold with occasional snow and ice at the higher elevations. Which region of Georgia has the coolest temperatures? The northern mountains, particularly the higher elevations, experience the coldest […]

Filed Under: United States

What is unique about Australia for kids?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

From kangaroos, koalas, dingos and more, Australia and its unique climate make this country a special place to find the most amazing animals. In fact, over 80% of our planet’s mammals, plants, reptiles and frogs are native to Australia, meaning that they’re not naturally found anywhere else on the earth. What is an interesting fact […]

Filed Under: Australasia

What are men called in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Argentines. Argentines (also known as Argentinians or Argentineans; in Spanish argentinos (masculine) or argentinas (feminine) are people identified with the country of Argentina. What do you call a guy from Argentina? There are three uses for the words Argentinian, Argentinean and Argentine: Demonym – a type of noun to describe someone from Argentina. An Argentine, […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How was Cambodia formed?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Independence. 1953 – Cambodia wins its independence from France. Under King Sihanouk, it becomes the Kingdom of Cambodia. 1955 – Sihanouk abdicates to pursue a political career. Where did Cambodia come from? Between the 11th and 13th centuries, the Khmer (Cambodian) state included much of the Indochinese mainland, incorporating large parts of present-day southern Vietnam, […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is Japan split?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Japan has 47 prefectures. On the basis of geographical and historical background, these prefectures can be divided into eight regions: Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kinki, Chugoku, Shikoku, and Kyushu-Okinawa. Each region has its own dialect, customs, and unique traditional culture. Why is Japan split into prefectures? Japan’s prefectures were created in the early Meiji Period […]

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What is the best area to live in Glasgow?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

What are the Best Places to Live in Glasgow? Bearsden. Bearsden sits in northwest Glasgow, where expensive homes, quality schools, and small shops come together to provide an excellent place to raise a family. The West End. East End. Southside. Hillhead. Shawlands. Giffnock. Scotstoun. Where should I not live in Glasgow? Areas to Avoid in […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Glasgow, Scotland

Is Pittsburgh a clean city?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Pittsburgh’s come a long way from its steel factory days. The city was voted the 10th cleanest city in the world by Forbes magazine on April 16, ranking it alongside such cities as Montreal, Vancouver, and Geneva. Is Pittsburgh clean? Sadly, the Pittsburgh area has some of the dirtiest air in the nation. Right now, […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh

Do you need a passport to go to Costa Rica from the United States?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

US nationals do not require an entry visa to Costa Rica. However, they must have a current valid passport and a return ticket to exit Costa Rica within 90 days.US passport must be valid for a minimum of one day from the day you enter Costa Rica. As a tourist US nationals cannot stay more […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Why is the Grand Canyon Supergroup slanted?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

While everything from the Tapeats on up to the rim is flat, the Supergroup layers are tilted so they are higher on the west and lower on the east.Erosion began to wear down the high places and ultimately took away most of the landscape before the Tapeats sea washed over the land. How did the […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Arizona, Grand Canyon

When was the worst tornado in Alabama?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

2011 Super Outbreak The storm system responsible for the historic tornado outbreak across the Southern United States on April 27 Duration April 25–28, 2011 Highest winds 210 mph (340 km/h) (Hackleburg/Phil Campbell, AL EF5 on April 27) Tornadoes confirmed 360 confirmed (Record for a continuous outbreak) Max. rating1 EF5 tornado What was the deadliest tornado […]

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Is Iceland part of Costco?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Costco Nation: 71% of Icelanders are members of members only warehouse supermarket. Are Costco and Iceland the same company? It is a part of the Iceland Food Group and is viewed as the company’s answer to Costco, the bulk-selling American chain superstore that offers membership in exchange for discounted products. Can I use my Costco […]

Filed Under: Europe

How has human life affected the lives of the Galapagos tortoise?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The tortoises were killed and used a source of oil. As all these different human invaders came and went, they left behind them a whole new set of animals that had been deliberately or accidentally introduced; dogs, cats, rats, pigs and goats etc. How have humans affected the tortoise populations in the Galapagos Islands? The […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Ecuador, Galapagos

What food does Africa export?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Africa’s agricultural exports are rising too. SSA’s top exports are mainly tropical commodities such as cocoa, coffee, tea, and cotton, while its main food imports are wheat, rice, soybeans, other oilseeds, and frozen meat products. What do they export in Africa? For the 20 products in Africa with the highest export values, preferential margins exceed […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Is New York Nice in October?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Fall in New York is a beautiful time of year. The temperatures are cooler, an average high of 64F (18 C) and an average low at night of 50F (10 C). Still, it is pleasant enough to spend night and day outdoors. Is October a good month to visit NYC? The best time to visit […]

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Why Egypt is a poor country?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Illiteracy and Poverty in Egypt Beyond illiteracy, an increase in inflation has lead to an increase in food prices, which has also driven many of the country’s citizens into poverty. In June 2016, the yearly rate of inflation in the prices of consumer goods was 14.8 percent. Is Egypt really a poor country? According to […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

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