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What was Alaska before 1959?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

ALASKA was a Russian colony from 1744 until the USA bought it in 1867 for $7,200,000. It was made a state in 1959. Hawaii was a kingdom until 1893 and became a republic in 1894. It then ceded itself to the USA in 1898 and became a state in 1959. What was Alaska originally called? […]

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Why did Japan start colonizing?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The initial aim of maintaining an imperial empire arose from a desire to emulate the West as a means of defense (Jansen 1984). The annexation of Korea took place via a Western-style treaty (Kimitada 2007) and until the Pacific War many of Japan’s colonial acquisitions were formally recognized by the Western powers. Why did Japan […]

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What is the landscape like in Edinburgh?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Edinburgh was low lying land covered in forest and swamp. Huge rivers wound their way through the landscape into a shallow sea. The small volcanoes scat- tered around the region were the only high ground. These volcanoes erupted runny lavas that could flow for many kilometres, different from Blackford’s viscous lava. What is the landscape […]

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How late can you buy alcohol in Montreal?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

You can buy beer until 11pm daily at the depanneur (convenience store), or hard liquor at the SAQ (Societe d’Alcool du Quebec aka Quebec’s liquor Commission) normally from 9am- 5pm, Monday through Saturday, and until 9pm on Thursdays and Fridays at certain locations. Where can you buy alcohol after hours in Montreal? 1-866-797-2424 Dial a […]

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Are snakes a problem in Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

There is a serious snake problem in Aruba. Tons of wild snakes all over the place. I was laying down at the pool on a chair the first day and woke up with 6-7 snakes crawling on me. The government is actually paying people to kill snakes because of how bad the problem has been. […]

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What should you not miss on Kauai?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

7 Things You Can’t Miss on Kauai Waimea Canyon. Kauai. It’s called the Grand Canyon of the Pacific for a reason. Allerton Garden and Lawai Bay. Allerton Garden Kauai. Na Pali Coast. Na Pali Coast Kauai. Hanalei Bay. Hanalei Bay Kauai. Farmers’ Markets. Kauai. Acai Bowls. Acai Bowl Kauai. Poke. Tuna Poke Kauai. What do […]

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Which district has lowest population in Odisha?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Debagarh. Orissa Population Facts Description Districts As per 2011 census Most Populous District Ganjam 3,529,031 Least Populous District Debagarh 312,520 District with Highest Sex Ratio Rayagada 1,051 District with Lowest Sex Ratio Nayagarh 915 Which district has lowest population? Dibang Valley Rank District Approximate 1 Dibang Valley (8.00 Thous) 2 Anjaw (21.17 Thous) 3 Lahul […]

Filed Under: India

What is the rudest city in Pennsylvania?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

city of Erie. According to Insurify, the city of Erie tops the list for the state of Pennsylvania with 40.31 rude drivers per 1,000 motorists. Erie drivers are 39 percent ruder than the state’s average, according to Insurify. What is the rudest city in PA? Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Percentage: 9.9% of respondents thought Philadelphia had the […]

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What is Bali best known for?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Bali is the only Hindu-majority province in Muslim-majority Indonesia, with 86.9% of the population adhering to Balinese Hinduism. It is renowned for its highly developed arts, including traditional and modern dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking, and music. What is famous in Bali? Bali is a mesmerizing Indonesian island which is world famous for its beautiful […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bali, Indonesia

What is the famous sweet of Uttar Pradesh?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Balushahi. Balushahi is a famous sweet from Uttar Pradesh, it is basically deep fried goodness soaked in sugar syrup. What is the famous food in UP? The famous recipes of Lucknow are ‘tunda kebabs’ and ‘kakori kebabs’ flavored with rich spices and seeds. The main genre of Uttar Pradesh cuisine is Awadhi, and the cooking […]

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What is the hourly pay in Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The average base salary for an entry level manufacturing worker in Mexico is approximately $3.50 (USD) per hour, well below the average federal U.S. minimum wage of $7.25 (USD) per hour. What is the average hourly wage in Mexico? As of June 2017, a manufacturing worker in Mexico earned approximately 2.3 U.S. dollars an hour, […]

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What is Portland ME known for?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Situated on Maine’s southern coast along Casco Bay, Portland is recognized as the center of economy, tourism, and growth in the region. The city has a rich history in industry, fishing, agriculture, and Americana – and you probably don’t know the half of it! Why do people visit Portland Maine? REDISCOVER MAGIC OF THE PAST. […]

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What’s so special about Jacksonville?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Jacksonville boasts the largest urban park system in the nation, it is 4x the size of the island of Manhattan! 80,000 acres of parks, including 7 State Parks, 2 National Parks, a National Preserve, 400 City Parks and Gardens and an Arboretum.It’s Always Sunny . . . in Jax. We get 270 average days of […]

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What should you never say to a Japanese person?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Do not use “-san” after your name. You cannot use them after your own name. So, if you want to introduce yourself to a person you meet in Japan, do not say “Hi, my name is Mark-san” or “I’m John Smith-san.” That is just wrong. What is considered rude in Japan? Don’t point. Pointing at […]

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Who were the indigenous people of Martinique?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Martinique’s indigenous people were Carib indians. Christopher Columbus saw the island in 1493 but he didn’t set foot on it until 1502 during his fourth voyage. Where are the people of Martinique originally from? The island was originally inhabited by Arawak and Carib peoples. Circa 130 AD, the first Arawaks are believed to have arrived […]

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