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How much rain has Seattle had 2020?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Precipitation Days Year Inches 168 2020 41.3 141 2019 33.9 158 2018 35.8 162 2017 47.9 How much rainfall did we get in 2020? Rainfall Scorecard 2017 8.18 7.71 2018 3.26 3.86 2019 6.23 6.46 2020 8.01 2.64 2021 3.62 6.36 How many inches of rain did Seattle get? Climate Averages Seattle, Washington United States […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Seattle, Washington

What does Uruguay eat for Christmas?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

That is usually roasted sausage slices, bread, cheese, chips and peanuts. The main dish is typically roast meat, what we call asado. Some families reserve a special pig or lamb for the occasion, but others stick to the standard cow. What do they eat for Christmas in Uruguay? Most meals will include lechon, but another […]

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What are the dangers of Norway?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Norway is a very safe country to travel to. Its crime rates are low, and the most likely crimes that you’ll encounter are petty theft and car break-ins. Still, you should be wary of pickpockets, since they are an increasing issue in larger cities and towns, especially during summer. What is Norway’s biggest problem? Right […]

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How did Denmark get its name?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In Old Norse, the country was called Danmǫrk, referring to the Danish March, viz. the marches of the Danes. The Latin and Greek name is Dania. According to popular legend, however, the name Denmark, refers to the mythological King Dan. Why do we call it Denmark and not Danmark? Denmark is called “Denmark” in English […]

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What is the best month to visit Nicaragua?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The best time to visit Nicaragua is between November and May — the country’s dry season. You’ll see plenty of sunny days, with temperatures sitting between 77-82°F in the majority of the country. What is the rainiest month in Nicaragua? OctoberNicaragua has two seasons: the rainy season and the dry season. The rainy season lasts […]

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When did Sweden and Finland leave Denmark?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

In 1521, Sweden left the union leaving Denmark-Norway, which existed until 1814 when Norway become an independent nation. Sweden-Finland existed from 1100s to 1809 when Finland became a part of Russia until 1917. When did Sweden leave Denmark? 1521Origins of the Union The three kingdoms then united in the Kalmar Union in 1397. Sweden broke […]

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How long was Vietnam under French control?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The French colonisation of Vietnam began in earnest in the 1880s and lasted six decades. The French justified their imperialism with a ‘civilising mission’, a pledge to develop backward nations. How long was Vietnam a French colony? From the late 1800’s to 1954, Vietnam was part of a French colony called French Indochina. When did […]

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Does Indian credit card work in Bhutan?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Indian Credit cards are valid in Nepal and Bhutan if the card is issued by big names such as Visa and Mastercard. Can we use credit card in Bhutan? Bhutan National Bank now issues Visa debit cards for your convenience: a single Visa card that is accepted at tens of millions of locations around the […]

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Why is Tokyo so hot?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

What makes Tokyo so hot. Conditions are partly a result of Tokyo’s “heat island” phenomenon, in which heat accumulates and gets trapped in the center of the city, resulting in higher temperatures in urban areas. “You have a lot of emissions like air conditioners and also vehicles and so on,” Yokohari said. Why is Japan […]

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Which is the biggest sea in Kerala?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Arabian Sea. Beaches in the Indian state of Kerala are spread along the 550-km Arabian Sea coastline. Kerala is an Indian state occupying the south-west corner of the subcontinent. Which beach is the largest beach in Kerala? Kovalam BeachThe biggest beach in Kerala is Kovalam Beach which is made out of three serene beaches which […]

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How do you say Merry Christmas in Nicaragua?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Feliz Navidad! ‘), Mexico and Central America including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama; South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Chile (in Chile they also say “Feliz Páscua! How do Nicaraguans celebrate Christmas? It is celebrated with a family dinner, the giving of small gifts (such as fruits or candies), and fireworks at […]

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Is Oregon State University respected?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Oregon State University is ranked #6 out of #20 in Oregon for quality and #2 out of #20 for Oregon value. This makes it a good quality for a great value in the state. Is Oregon State University a respected school? Oregon State University is ranked #162 in National Universities. Schools are ranked according to […]

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What kind of landform is Central America?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Central America is the isthmus that connects North America to South America. An isthmus is a narrow strip of land, surrounded by sea, which connects two larger landmasses. Much of Central America is volcanic in origin. What is the landform of Central America? Three major landforms regions make up Central America–the mountainous core, the caribbean […]

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What is the wealthiest neighborhood in Palm Springs?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Most expensive Palm Springs neighborhoods S Palm Canyon Dr / E Bogert Trl. Tamarisk Rd / N Ave Caballeros. Snow Creek. E Mesquite Ave / S Palm Canyon Dr. E Bogert Trl / Andreas Hills Dr. E Tahquitz Canyon Way / N Farrell Dr. E San Rafael Dr / N Hermosa Dr. E Vista Chino […]

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

What landforms are in Ohio?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ohio is made up of five regions. These include the Glaciated Appalachian Plateau, the Unglaciated Appalachian Plateau, the Till Plains, the Bluegrass region, and the Lake Plains. What are 3 major landforms in Ohio? Ohio’s major regional landforms were largely formed during the melting of the last ice age, which sculpted the state’s plains, plateaus […]

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