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What was the name of Brazil before Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The region sighted by Cabral lay well within the Portuguese zone, and the crown promptly claimed it. Portugal’s new possession was initially called Vera Cruz (“True Cross”), but it was soon renamed Brazil because of the copious amounts of brazilwood (pau-brasil) found there that yielded a valuable red dye. What is Brazil named after? Brazil […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Where do you fly into for Delaware?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

What is the nearest airport to Delaware? The nearest airport to Delaware is Salisbury (SBY) Airport which is 25 miles away. Other nearby airports include Baltimore (BWI) (76.4 miles), Philadelphia (PHL) (82.6 miles), Reagan Washington (DCA) (89.7 miles) and Washington Dulles (IAD) (112.3 miles). What is the closest major airport to Delaware? Philadelphia International AirportThe […]

Filed Under: United States

What is the ethnic makeup of Miami Florida?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Miami Demographics White: 76.11% Black or African American: 16.79% Other race: 3.97% Two or more races: 1.74% What is the largest ethnic group in Miami? The largest Miami racial/ethnic groups are Hispanic (70.2%) followed by White (13.9%) and Black (11.8%). What percentage of Miami is Hispanic? 70 percentMiami is a majority Latino city — 70 […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Miami

What is Kerala most famous?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, have made Kerala one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.Kerala is well known for its beaches, backwaters in Alappuzha and Kollam, mountain ranges and wildlife sanctuaries. What is the most famous thing in Kerala? Kerala is famous for its unique geography, tranquil […]

Filed Under: India

What’s Arkansas known for?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Arkansas Facts. Arkansas is known for its lakes, rivers, and hot springs, extreme weather and frequent storms, rice and poultry production, and the only active diamond mine in the United States. What are 3 cool things made in Arkansas? From chicken, boats and steel to toilet paper, ammunition and multiple launch rocket systems, Arkansas boasts […]

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What is bad about living in Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The level of crime and political tensions in Ecuador are among some of the bad things about living in Equador. The political instability is also responsible for several complications that expats face in the country, including the constantly changing visa policies. Is Ecuador a bad place to live? Ecuador is a relatively safe country to […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is New Jersey considered a New England state?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Because there are only 6 states that are considered New England. And NJ isn’t one of them. But Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine are. Is NJ A New England state? New England is a region comprising six states in the Northeastern United States: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and […]

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Does Hawaii have native horses?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Breathtaking Place In Hawaii Where You Can Watch Wild Horses Roam. Located on Hawaii Island’s Hamakua Coast – away from all the tourists hanging out in Kona, or at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park – is Waipio Valley, the southernmost and largest of the seven valleys of Kohala Mountain. Are horses indigenous to Hawaii? In […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

Why did Wisconsin get its nickname?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

When did Wisconsin adopt its nickname? The Wisconsin nickname originates from the 1800s, where during the hunt for lead ore (galena), the miners dug hillside tunnels and would occasionally reside in them, these miners were often referred to, and compared to “The Burrowing Badger”. When did Wisconsin become a badger? 1957This derisive nickname was brought […]

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Is Amalfi safe?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Amalfi Coast travel is considered to be very safe travel by both local (Italian) standards and larger international standards. Children are welcome as visitors with their families. College-age students often travel to the area alone or with friends without any major safety concerns. Is it better to stay in Amalfi or Positano? Positano is the […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Amalfi, Italy

Is Indian accent similar to British?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Indian accents are indeed influenced by British English, but that is not the end of the story. Indian Accented English has its own unique patterns that set it apart from British English.Speakers with Indian accents may also have several differences in the way they produce vowel sounds. Which English accent is used in India? In […]

Filed Under: India

How many trains run on the Victoria line?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

With 36 trains an hour the Victoria line – from Brixton to Walthamstow Central – now offers one of the most frequent services in the world and beaten only by the Moscow Metro which runs trains every 95 seconds. How many Victoria Line trains per hour? 36 trainsFrom May 2017, trains run every 100 seconds […]

Filed Under: Canada

What kind of rocks can be found in Ohio?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Most of Ohio’s rocks are sedimentary rocks that we find at or near the land surface. These rocks include clay, shale, limestone, sandstone, and coal. What rocks and minerals are found in Ohio? Ohio produces six nonfuel minerals (also called industrial minerals) and coal. The industrial minerals are primarily construction materials: limestone and dolomite, sand […]

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Can you use your Medicare in Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Medicare usually does not cover medical care you receive when traveling outside the U.S. and its territories.Your care is covered if the hospital is closer to your residence than the nearest available U.S. hospital. This may happen if, for example, you live near the border of Mexico or Canada. Will I lose my Medicare if […]

Filed Under: Mexico

Is Bali a boy or girl name?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The name Bali is a girl’s name of Sanskrit origin meaning “strength”. Can Bali be a boys name? Bali – Boy’s name meaning, origin, and popularity | BabyCenter. What do the name Bali mean? Hindi Baby Names Meaning: In Hindi Baby Names the meaning of the name Bali is: Soldier. Also, in Hindu mythology, the […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bali, Indonesia

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