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Does Connecticut have natural disasters?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

A natural disaster could happen in any part of Connecticut. Natural disasters include severe thunderstorms, flash floods, snowstorms, hurricanes and tornadoes. Are there natural disasters in Connecticut? Between 1953 and 2019, Connecticut declared 33 major disasters of which hurricanes and severe storms happened the most according to FEMA. Being that Connecticut lies on the East […]

Filed Under: United States

How bad is winter in Toronto?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Toronto has a semi-continental climate, with a warm, humid summer and a cold winter.Although Toronto is one of Canada’s warmer cities in winter, winters are still severe, with snow on the ground most days between mid-December and mid-March. Snow deeper than 1 cm is seen on 65 days a year on average. What are winters […]

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What is the state reptile of West Virginia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

timber rattlesnake. Designating the timber rattlesnake as West Virginia’s state reptile. What is Virginia’s state reptile? Eastern garter snakeState reptiles State State reptile Scientific name Utah Gila monster Heloderma suspectum Vermont Painted turtle Chrysemys picta Virginia Eastern garter snake (state snake) Thamnophis sirtalis subspecies sirtalis West Virginia Timber rattlesnake Crotalus horridus What is the West […]

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Is South Dakota a desert?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

South Dakota has a continental climate, semi-arid in the west outside of the Black Hills, with four distinct seasons, ranging from very cold winters to hot summers. What biome is South Dakota? grassland biomeSouth Dakota has a temperate continental climate, with four distinct seasons and precipitation ranging from moderate in the east to semi-arid in […]

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Does Kentucky have bad water?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Based on NRDC’s analysis, Kentucky ranked fifth in the category of health-based violations at utilities that served a total of 1.5 million people. Those are the most serious violations, such as elevated levels of contamination or failing to comply with treatment techniques. Does Kentucky have water problems? Infrastructure is a problem “Different sources of water […]

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What is the color of Malaysian batik?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

deep-brown colour. The deep-brown colour is called ‘sogan’ in local language, which is why the traditional batik is sometimes called batik sogan. In contrast, commercially-made printed batik uses chemical dyes which results in brighter and more vibrant colours. What is color in batik? Dyes. Traditional colors for Central Javanese batik were made from natural ingredients […]

Filed Under: Asia

Was Tibet a part of India?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Government of India, soon after India’s independence in 1947, treated Tibet as a de facto independent country. However, more recently India’s policy on Tibet has been mindful of Chinese sensibilities, and has recognized Tibet as a part of China. Was Tibet an Indian territory? With its proclamation of independence and conduct of its own […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: China, Tibet

How much is the average gas bill in Tennessee?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Gas bill monthly averages by state State Average Gas Bill Tennessee $100.56 Texas $110.58 Utah $52.33 Vermont $110.43 How much is the average utility bill in Tennessee? Utilities. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the average monthly energy bill in Tennessee is $123.30. That’s $11.63 above the U.S. average energy utility bill of […]

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What is the richest part of Arizona?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

10 Wealthiest Cities in Arizona 1) Paradise Valley. Nestled in Maricopa County, Paradise Valley is the richest city in Arizona (and one of the richest in the country). 2) Queen Creek. 3) Gilbert. 4) Scottsdale. 5) Marana. 6) Fountain Hills. 7) Goodyear. 8) Litchfield Park. What is the most expensive neighborhood in Arizona? Perhaps a […]

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How much does a meal cost in Georgia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

While meal prices in Georgia can vary, the average cost of food in Georgia is $33 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Georgia should cost around $13 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. Is Georgia expensive for […]

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Did Greece ever have a king?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

From about 2000 B.C.E. to 800 B.C.E., most Greek city-states were ruled by monarchs—usually kings (the Greeks did not allow women to have power).Over time, however, kings demanded that, after their death, their power be passed on to their children—usually to the oldest son. When did Greece stop having a king? On June 1, 1973, […]

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Why are there deserts in Eastern Washington?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

This mountain range meanders from British Columbia through Washington and Oregon to Northern California. It creates the “rain shadow” effect that traps moisture on the Seattle side of the slopes, while leaving Eastern Washington with large areas of semiarid steppe and a few truly arid deserts. Why are there deserts in Washington state? The Cascades […]

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Can you bring dog to Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Note: tourists’ pets are not allowed in Galapagos Islands. We flew from Quito to Lima on our way to Santiago de Chile to take the flight back to Spain. Can you pet animals in the Galapagos? Be a Respectful Observer. It may sound obvious to some, but one of the most important Galapagos rules is […]

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

What is the average family size in Mississippi?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Therefore, we can be 90 percent confident that the percent of the population 25 years and older having a bachelor’s degree in a state falls somewhere between 20.6 percent and 22.0 percent.Mississippi Average household size by County. County Value Carroll 2.72 Chickasaw 2.63 Choctaw 2.58 Claiborne 2.79 What is the average size of families? The […]

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What is considered low income San Jose?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The median family income for those areas is $118,400, according to HUD. Santa Clara County is close behind. There, a household of four bringing in $94,450 is now considered low income under the HUD guidelines, and for Alameda and Contra Costa counties, $89,600 is the low-income threshold. What qualifies as low income in San Jose? […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Costa Rica, San Jose

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