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What is probably the best tide for the passage? | <answer> Gift Ideas for High School Students <context> It's almost time to head back to school, and well, it' s never too early to start shopping for those school supplies.If you have some extra cash left over after shopping for backpacks and number two pencils, then treat your kid to some cool electronics you can borr... |
What is Microsoft's attitude to the problem reported by Davies? | <answer> Serious and responsible. <context> A San Diego boy Kristoffer Von Hassel has the gaming world' s attention after he exposed a security weakness that let him log into his dad's Xbox Live account, without permission.
Kristoffer's father, Robert, noticed soon after Christmas that his son was logging into his... |
how rich is taylor swift? | <answer> $150 million <context> Taylor Swift Net Worth. Taylor Swift net worth is estimated at $150 million. Born in December 13, 1989, full name Taylor Alison Swift is a popular American country singer and songwriter, who learned to play guitar at the age of 12, and modeled her earlier songwriting on crossover artists... |
Compared to other cities in Latin America, how early did Mexico City legalize same sex marriage? | <answer> first <context> The politics pursued by the administrations of heads of government in Mexico City since the second half of the 20th century have usually been more liberal than those of the rest of the country, whether with the support of the federal government—as was the case with the approval of several compr... |
Was it easy to lift her out? | <answer> It was hard to lift her. <context> Jane was running late. Jane, 25, had a lot to do at work, plus visitors on the way: her parents were coming in for Thanksgiving from her hometown. But as she hurried down the subway stairs, she started to feel uncomfortably warm. By the time she got to the platform, Jane felt... |
Why was this work considered to be important? | <answer> spreading of the ascetic ideal in Eastern and Western Christianity <context> His biography of Anthony the Great entitled Life of Antony(Βίος καὶ Πολιτεία Πατρὸς Ἀντωνίου, Vita Antonii) became his most widely-read work. Translated into several languages, it played an important role in the spreading of the ascet... |
how many were injured? | <answer> 18 others were injured <context> (CNN) -- A woman hospitalized after spending time in a sauna-like "sweatbox" has died, bringing the total fatalities to three, authorities said late Saturday.
Retreat participants spent up to two hours inside the sweatbox, the sheriff's office said.
In addition to the death... |
How many African slaves did Britain transport to the Americas? | <answer> 3.5 million <context> Two years later, the Royal African Company was inaugurated, receiving from King Charles a monopoly of the trade to supply slaves to the British colonies of the Caribbean. From the outset, slavery was the basis of the British Empire in the West Indies. Until the abolition of the slave trad... |
The reign of which king was a turning point in the growth of the position of prime minister? | <answer> George I <context> A tipping point in the evolution of the prime ministership came with the death of Anne in 1714 and the accession of George I to the throne. George spoke no English, spent much of his time at his home in Hanover, and had neither knowledge of, nor interest in, the details of English government... |
How many times was Swansea bombed heavily? | <answer> four times <context> Not all of the Luftwaffe's effort was made against inland cities. Port cities were also attacked to try to disrupt trade and sea communications. In January Swansea was bombed four times, very heavily. On 17 January around 100 bombers dropped a high concentration of incendiaries, some 32,00... |
What is the average cost of doing taxes? | <answer> $152 for a Form 1040 and state return without itemized deductions, $261 for an itemized Form 1040 with Schedule A and $218 for a Form 1040 Schedule C (business). <context> The survey also reported the average fees for preparing other Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax forms, including: 1 $152 for a Form 1040 ... |
who is sylvester? | <answer> Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone is an American actor and filmmaker. <context> Michael Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone (/ s t ə ˈ l oʊ n /; born July 6, 1946) is an American actor and filmmaker. He is well known for his Hollywood action roles, including boxer Rocky Balboa, the title character of the Rocky series' sev... |
Are any of them able to be avoided? | <answer> In Britain there are 200,000 deaths a year from heart attacks and strokes, many of which might have been avoided if the condition had been known about. <context> It seems that politicians around the world are thinking about the health of their countries. While in China, Chen Zhu has announced his plans for a... |
When did the airport re-open? | <answer> May 12 <context> Office buildings in Shanghai's financial district, including the Jin Mao Tower and the Hong Kong New World Tower, were evacuated. A receptionist at the Tibet Hotel in Chengdu said things were "calm" after the hotel evacuated its guests. Meanwhile, workers at a Ford plant in Sichuan were evacua... |
Since what date has this system been in place? | <answer> Since 28 April 2001, almost all geographic numbers and most non-geographic numbers have 9 or 10 <context> Telephone numbers in the United Kingdom are administered by the UK government's Office of Communications (Ofcom). For this purpose Ofcom established a telephone numbering plan, known as the "National Tel... |
How many men were studied for tests on the flavor of beer in the Neuropsychopharmacology journal in 2013? | <answer> 49 <context> A study published in the Neuropsychopharmacology journal in 2013 revealed the finding that the flavour of beer alone could provoke dopamine activity in the brain of the male participants, who wanted to drink more as a result. The 49 men in the study were subject to positron emission tomography sca... |
How many museums are mentioned in London according to the passage? | <answer> Three. <context> Welcome to London! Now let me tell you something about this wonderful city. London, the capital of the United Kingdom, is the biggest city in Western Europe with over 7 million people. It sits by the River Thames. London has a history of more than 2,000 years. Because of its long history and d... |
What is the genre of Lost in Thailand? | <answer> Lost in Thailand is a comedy <context> What a miracle! A low-cost Lost in Thailand <<>> has got the best ticket sales. It is true that Lost in Thailand has become the most popular Chinese film of all time. The ticket sales The movie Lost in Thailand cost just 30 million yuan to make, but it has earned more th... |
When did the Habsburgs sell the Sundgau territory to France? | <answer> 1646 <context> This situation prevailed until 1639, when most of Alsace was conquered by France so as to keep it out of the hands of the Spanish Habsburgs, who wanted a clear road to their valuable and rebellious possessions in the Spanish Netherlands. Beset by enemies and seeking to gain a free hand in Hungar... |
in what country? | <answer> Panthéon in Paris <context> Jean-Jacques Rousseau (; ; 28 June 1712 – 2 July 1778) was a Francophone Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of the 18th century. His political philosophy influenced the Enlightenment in France and across Europe, as well as aspects of the French Revolution and the overall dev... |
has it been a hit? | <answer> No. 1 in the Slovenian charts.
<context> (CNN) -- Whether it's breaking records on the piste, or making hit records in the studio, Tina Maze is determined to do things her way.
The 29-year-old, who broke ranks with her national skiing federation to set up her own team, last weekend had the satisfaction of ... |
Which London museum is prominently located in Trafalgar Square? | <answer> the National Gallery <context> London is home to many museums, galleries, and other institutions, many of which are free of admission charges and are major tourist attractions as well as playing a research role. The first of these to be established was the British Museum in Bloomsbury, in 1753. Originally cont... |
What did Panorama say was the documented reason Eton was eligible for farming subsidies? | <answer> environmental improvements <context> A Freedom of Information request in 2005 revealed that Eton had received £2,652 in farming subsidies in 2004 under the Common Agricultural Policy. Asked to explain under what grounds it was eligible to receive farming subsidies, Eton admitted that it was 'a bit of a mystery... |
where are chapattis from? | <answer> Indian Subcontinent <context> From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Chapati (alternatively spelled chapatti, chappati, chapathi, or chappathi, and also known as a roti) is an unleavened flatbread from the Indian Subcontinent; and popular staple in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. |
what is a evolution? | <answer> The Theory of Evolution is a scientific theory that essentially states species change over time. <context> The Theory of Evolution is a scientific theory that essentially states species change over time. There are many different ways species change, but most of them are based on the idea of Natural Selection. |
is there an age limit for a kidney transplant? | <answer> A*ge of 60 <context> In 2011, 96 people age 65 and older served as living kidney donors in the United States; altogether, 1,382 older adults have done so since 1988, according to data from the United Network for Organ Sharing, which manages the nation’s transplant system.n some parts of the country, it can tak... |
What is the average annual rainfall moscow idaho? | <answer> Russia Moscow attains an average of 689.2 mm (27.1 in) of rainfall per year, or 57.4 mm (2.3 in) per month. <context> Rainfall/ Precipitation in Moscow, Russia Moscow attains an average of 689.2 mm (27.1 in) of rainfall per year, or 57.4 mm (2.3 in) per month. On average there are 119 days per year with more t... |
Where was Joseph Bohmann from? ? | <answer> Chicago <context> Mandolin awareness in the United States blossomed in the 1880s, as the instrument became part of a fad that continued into the mid-1920s. According to Clarence L. Partee, the first mandolin made in the United States was made in 1883 or 1884 by Joseph Bohmann, who was an established maker of v... |
When was Warsaw's stock exchange brought back to life? | <answer> April 1991 <context> Warsaw's first stock exchange was established in 1817 and continued trading until World War II. It was re-established in April 1991, following the end of the post-war communist control of the country and the reintroduction of a free-market economy. Today, the Warsaw Stock Exchange (WSE) is... |
What season did she win? | <answer> Season four victor Carrie Underwood <context> Marry me! During the "Idol" finale, season 5 singer Ace Young proposed live to season 3 runner up Diana DeGarrno. She was genuinely surprised in one sense but the two have bonded closely since they met on Broadway during a production of"Hair." The first true"ldol' ... |
To make comparisons easier what stands in for density? | <answer> the dimensionless quantity <context> The density, or more precisely, the volumetric mass density, of a substance is its mass per unit volume. The symbol most often used for density is "ρ" (the lower case Greek letter rho), although the Latin letter "D" can also be used. Mathematically, density is defined as ... |
Was this performance or the one at the WGC-Bridgestone worse? | <answer> His performance was certainly an improvement on a disastrous showing in the preceding WGC-Bridgestone Invitational <context> (CNN) -- Tiger Woods may have clung on to his world number one status but after a disappointing final round at the PGA Championship will have to rely on captain Corey Pavin to play in t... |
How much of a drug is legal to possess? | <answer> 10 days worth of personal use <context> Portugal has arguably the most liberal laws concerning possession of illicit drugs in the Western world. In 2001, Portugal decriminalized possession of effectively all drugs that are still illegal in other developed nations including, but not limited to, cannabis, cocain... |
how much does it cost to replace window seals? | <answer> Cost to replace window seals is between $30.08 - $63.60 per seal. <context> Get an INSTANT, detailed estimate of the cost to Seal Windows! Our free calculator uses up-to-date, trusted data to estimate typical subcontractor costs for a Window Seal Installation project. For a basic 6 seals project in zip code 47... |
What is the definition ingrained? | <answer> Deeply rooted <context> Adj. 1. ingrained - (used especially of ideas or principles) deeply rooted; firmly fixed or held; deep-rooted prejudice; deep-seated differences of opinion; implanted convictions; ingrained habits of a lifetime; a deeply planted need. |
Who was the leader of Pontus in the year 85 BC? | <answer> Mithridates the Great <context> Mithridates the Great was the ruler of Pontus, a large kingdom in Asia Minor (modern Turkey), from 120 to 63 BC. Mithridates antagonised Rome by seeking to expand his kingdom, and Rome for her part seemed equally eager for war and the spoils and prestige that it might bring. In ... |
Where does this text most probably come from? | <answer> A human interest article in a camping magazine. <context> Campers Gene and Marie Marsden took pride in being good citizens when in the wild. While driving miles to the Green River Lakes area, they taught their children what they had learned in the bear safety handbook put out by the Bridger-Teton Forest Servic... |
What did the author's friend do when he came back from the shop after he was paid back? | <answer> He wrote a letter to the president of the company. <context> Once my friend Peterson bought a pack of chicken, the brand of which was very famous at that time. But when he got home he found that the chicken had gone bad. He took the chicken back to the shop and he was paid twice of the price. We may say now he... |
Who attacked and plundered Delhi in 1737? | <answer> Maratha general Bajirao <context> The empire went into decline thereafter. The Mughals suffered several blows due to invasions from Marathas and Afghans. During the decline of the Mughal Empire, several smaller states rose to fill the power vacuum and themselves were contributing factors to the decline. In 173... |
What does association mean? | <answer> The definition of an association is a relationship with an individual, group or organization. <context> An association is defined as a connection between ideas made mentally, or a connection you see in your head. An example of an association is thinking of milk when you think of cookies. An association is a gr... |
How do you look after a dog with arthritis? | <answer> Maintaining your dog at his ideal body condition can be useful in controlling the level of pain experienced with arthritis.Avoid overfeeding your arthritic dog and encourage exercise. <context> Maintaining your dog at his ideal body condition can be useful in controlling the level of pain experienced with arth... |
how long does a typical pre-season baseball game last? | <answer> A baseball game this season takes, on average, 3 hours and 8 minutes to play, through games of last week. <context> But if you’re expecting baseball to cycle back as America’s favorite game, you’ll need to wait. And wait. And wait. A baseball game this season takes, on average, 3 hours and 8 minutes to play, t... |
How do you wash and store strawberries? | <answer> Store the strawberries in a zip-lock bag. To do this, simply wash and hull the strawberries and then slice each one in half. Place the strawberries in a bowl, and sprinkle some sugar on them (about 1 part sugar for every 6 parts strawberries). <context> Store the strawberries in a zip-lock bag. To do this, sim... |
What is the population growth california? | <answer> The average annual population growth in California was about 3 percent. <context> For more than a century, California grew quickly nearly every year, earning a reputation as one of America's most desirable places to live. From 1900 to 2004, the average annual population growth in the state was about 3 percent,... |
where is the freehand hotel in chicago? | <answer> Freehand, Chicago is located in Chicago's River North neighborhood. <context> Featuring a restaurant, Freehand Chicago is located in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Free WiFi access is available. Featuring a restaurant, Freehand Chicago is located in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Free WiFi access is ... |
What does the text mainly tell us? | <answer> How to find a freelance work-at-home job. <context> The world has indeed become smaller due to the Internet. A freelance writer can easily get a job from the United States, the United Kingdom or even from Japan. He can travel the world in an hour just by surfing the various places in the world for his work u... |
how much longer after bachelors does a masters take? | <answer> 1-3 years <context> To get a PhD, you can either do a masters first, or enroll in a PhD program after the bachelors, in which case you'd take the masters coursework before working on the PhD even if you don't get a masters degree specifically (this is called masters en route). bachelors degree is a 4-year degr... |
What is another name for the company? | <answer> Universal Pictures <context> Universal Studios Inc. (also known as Universal Pictures) is an American film studio, owned by Comcast through its wholly owned subsidiary NBCUniversal, and is one of Hollywood's "Big Six" film studios. Its production studios are at 100 Universal City Plaza Drive in Universal City,... |
who sings the beach song do the bop? | <answer> Danny & the Juniors were the Philadelphia group of Danny Rapp, Dave White, Frank Maffei and Joe Terranova. <context> Danny, who was their lead singer, sang lead, using a lot of the same phrasing that I did on 'Do The Bop.' Of course, the rest is rock and roll history.. Danny & the Juniors were the Philadelphia... |
How is Japanese wrestling similar to American? | <answer> outcome of the matches remains predetermined <context> The style of Japanese professional wrestling (puroresu) is again different. With its origins in traditional American style of wrestling and still being under the same genre, it has become an entity in itself. Despite the similarity to its American counterp... |
When can you make a tour of the Chapel? | <answer> At 13:00 on Wednesday. <context> Welcome to the Old Royal Naval College (ORNC), one of London's most famous landmarks. It is open daily and is a wonderful place to visit -- whether you have an hour or a day.
The buildings and grounds of the ORNC were originally designed as a refuge for old and injured sailors ... |
In which year did the Warsaw Pact cease to function effectively? ? | <answer> 1989 <context> While the Warsaw Pact was established as a balance of power or counterweight to NATO, there was no direct confrontation between them. Instead, the conflict was fought on an ideological basis. Both NATO and the Warsaw Pact led to the expansion of military forces and their integration into the res... |
what city is salty springs? | <answer> Salt Springs is located between the St. Johns and Ocklawaha Rivers, 35 miles east of Ocala, Florida. <context> Salt Springs is located between the St. Johns and Ocklawaha Rivers, 35 miles east of Ocala, Florida. The national forest spans four counties and 383,000 acres. It is the southernmost and oldest nation... |
After the Dawlish sea wall was damaged, on what date did the line reopen? | <answer> 4 April 2014 <context> The Exeter to Plymouth railway of the LSWR needs to be reopened to connect Cornwall and Plymouth to the rest of the UK railway system on an all weather basis. There are proposals to reopen the line from Tavistock to Bere Alston for a through service to Plymouth. On the night of 4 Februar... |
Who stated that Gaddafi was a gifted speaker? | <answer> Bianco <context> Biographers Blundy and Lycett believed that he was "a populist at heart." Throughout Libya, crowds of supporters would turn up to public events at which he appeared; described as "spontaneous demonstrations" by the government, there are recorded instances of groups being coerced or paid to att... |
what color is usb ports? | <answer> Blue is USB 3.0, the Yellow is USB 2.0 and black is normal USB 2.0. <context> Re: USB port colors, nonfunctional port on X220. from some googling I think the Blue is USB 3.0, the Yellow is USB 2.0 always on, and black is normal USB 2.0. try lsusb and see if a USB 3.0 hub is listed. I am guessing at this becaus... |
Did he apparently do a lot of work the previous night? | <answer> "Yes, Dan. Is Bucephalus none the worse of last night's work?" <context> CHAPTER SIX.
KENNETH INDULGES IN SUSPICIONS AND SURMISES.
"Will you walk or ride?" said Kenneth Stuart as he and Gildart issued from Seaside Villa, and sauntered down the avenue that led to the principal gate.
"Ride, by all means,"... |
what's a stamp cost? | <answer> The price for first class stamp rises to 49 cents. <context> Price for first-class stamp rises to 49 cents. It's going to cost you a few pennies more to mail a letter. The cost of a first-class postage stamp is now 49 cents — 3 cents more than before. 1 Regulators approved the price hike in December, and it w... |
Who did the clients hire to replace the old lawyer? | <answer> Ben <context> CHAPTER XII
ALICE HEATH HAS A VISION
This change of legal adviser, while very important to Ben Fordyce and the Haneys, did not seem to trouble Allen Crego very much. As a matter of fact, he was about to run for Congress, and had all the business he could attend to anyway. He liked the young Q... |
Name one of the crimes they are charged with? | <answer> crimes against humanity <context> (CNN) -- One of four former Khmer Rouge leaders charged with crimes against humanity was ruled unfit to stand trial and could be set free, a spokesman for the special U.N. court in Cambodia said Thursday.
Lars Olsen said the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia d... |
Starting in what decade did immigration from outside the United States begin to have a significant influence on Miami's population? | <answer> 1960s <context> In 1960, non-Hispanic whites represented 80% of Miami-Dade county's population. In 1970, the Census Bureau reported Miami's population as 45.3% Hispanic, 32.9% non-Hispanic White, and 22.7% Black. Miami's explosive population growth has been driven by internal migration from other parts of the ... |
is a roommate agreement legal? | <answer> Yes, it can be legal. <context> Janet Portman, an author of “Every Tenant’s Legal Guide” (Nolo, 2009), says a roommate agreement should cover how much rent each person will pay, who’s responsible for the security deposit and for paying the landlord, how utilities will be handled and whether the arrangement is ... |
Did Bolton allow it? | <answer> The first impulse of the men was to give three cheers, but Bolton checked them in the bud. <context> CHAPTER TWENTY.
KEEPING IT DOWN--MUTUAL EXPLANATIONS--DEATH--NEW-YEAR'S DAY.
It need scarcely be said that the sailors outside did not remain long in ignorance of the unexpected and happy discovery related... |
What is the meaning of saul? | <answer> The meaning of Saul is prayed for, Asked for. <context> Saul is a boy's name that means prayed for. Saul's origin is Hebrew. Saul is ranked 528 by popularity. |
When did the third Digimon series begin? | <answer> April 1, 2001 <context> The third Digimon series, which began airing on April 1, 2001, is set largely in a "real world" where the Adventure and Adventure 02 series are television shows, and where Digimon game merchandise (based on actual items) become key to providing power boosts to real Digimon which appear ... |
when can cats leave their mom? | <answer> 8 weeks of age <context> The organization Cats International recommends keeping kittens with their fellow litter mates and mothers until about 8 weeks in age. In general, it is safe to allow kittens to separate from the mother cat at this specific age, but usually no younger than that. |
Which African-American woman before Beyonce had posed for SI Swimsuit issue? | <answer> Tyra Banks <context> According to Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli, Beyoncé uses different fashion styles to work with her music while performing. Her mother co-wrote a book, published in 2002, titled Destiny's Style an account of how fashion had an impact on the trio's success. The B'Day Anthology Vid... |
What happened on BBC's Newsnight in 1998? | <answer> Peter Mandelson was "outed" by Matthew Parris <context> In exchange for Rupert Murdoch's support, Blair agreed not to join the European Exchange Rate Mechanism – which John Major had withdrawn the country from in September 1992 after barely two years. Cabinet Minister Peter Mandelson was "outed" by Matthew Par... |
who played fiddle for boxcar willie? | <answer> Born Lecil Martin played fiddle for BoxCar Willie. <context> Born Lecil Martin in Sterrett, Texas, in 1931, BoxCar Willie was the son of a railroad man who used to play his fiddle on the porch while his son played guitar. By his teens he was performing in jamborees all over the state, but he gave up show busin... |
How were her eyes? | <answer> Leslie arrived, ruddy, with shining eyes, <context> CHAPTER IX
LETTIE COMES OF AGE
Lettie was twenty-one on the day after Christmas. She woke me in the morning with cries of dismay. There was a great fall of snow, multiplying the cold morning light, startling the slow-footed twilight. The lake was black li... |
During what period was the Muslim faith introduced to Somalia? | <answer> early medieval <context> The peaceful introduction of Islam in the early medieval era of Somalia's history brought Islamic architectural influences from Arabia and Persia. This had the effect of stimulating a shift in construction from drystone and other related materials to coral stone, sundried bricks, and t... |
According to the passage, which of the following names are better? | <answer> Ruth and Joshua. <context> What's in name? Well, apparently, our general happiness. Psychologists say that what we are called has a direct connection with our happiness.
Those called Judy and Joshua are the happiest, while Lynn or Ben is likely to be the unhappiest, according to research. Psychologist Dr David... |
How old is he? | <answer> 38 <context> Darek Fidyka, a 38-year-old Bulgarian, had been paralyzed from the chest down for four years after a knife attack. Scientists from Britain and Poland took cells from his nose, transplanted them into his back and re-grew his spinal cord . Now he can walk and even drive a car. The doctors were delig... |
Which section of Eat 58th Street features high end interior design and decoration establishments? | <answer> Designers' Way <context> A section of East 58th Street 40°45′40.3″N 73°57′56.9″W / 40.761194°N 73.965806°W / 40.761194; -73.965806 between Lexington and Second Avenues is known as Designers' Way and features a number of high end interior design and decoration establishments, including |
Where does he teach? | <answer> Beijing International Studies University <context> Cyber language is popular among Chinese netizens, who create English words to reflect novel phenomenon in society.
"Gelivable", combining pinyin of Chinese characters Geili (giving strength) with the English suffix for adjectives, literally means "giving pow... |
are nightshade seeds deadly? | <answer> Yes, deadly nightshade, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae. <context> Atropa belladonna l. Atropa belladonna, commonly known as belladonna or deadly nightshade, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae, which includes tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplant. |
what does the glass-steagall act stand for? | <answer> The Glass-Steagall Act effectively separated commercial banking from investment banking and created the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, among other things. <context> June 16, 1933. The Glass-Steagall Act effectively separated commercial banking from investment banking and created the Federal Deposit Ins... |
In the Western Balkans, South Slavs and Germanic Gepids intermarried with who? | <answer> Avar invaders <context> In the Western Balkans, South Slavs and Germanic Gepids intermarried with Avar invaders, eventually producing a Slavicized population.[citation needed] In Central Europe, the Slavs intermixed with Germanic and Celtic, while the eastern Slavs encountered Uralic and Scandinavian peoples. ... |
What amendment to the Brazilian constitution states that human rights treaties approved by means of a special procedure by Congress enjoy the same position as a constitutional amendment? | <answer> the 45th amendment <context> The Federal Supreme Court has established that treaties are subject to constitutional review and enjoy the same hierarchical position as ordinary legislation (leis ordinárias, or "ordinary laws", in Portuguese). A more recent ruling by the Supreme Court in 2008 has altered that sch... |
What is the 16th European city to attract the most tourists? | <answer> Lisbon <context> Tourist hotspots in Portugal are Lisbon, Algarve, Madeira, Porto and the city of Coimbra, also, between 4-5 million religious pilgrims visit Fátima each year, where apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary to three shepherd children reportedly took place in 1917. The Sanctuary of Fátima is one o... |
What is the story mainly about? | <answer> A smart dog. <context> It was Sunday morning. A butcher heard the doorbell and thought it must be a customer. But he was surprised to see that a dog was coming into his shop. The dog had $10 and a note in its mouth.
The butcher took the note and read it. It said,"10 pork chops , please."So the butcher took t... |
Whose letter does the introduction to On the Origin of Species refer? | <answer> John Herschel <context> Page ii contains quotations by William Whewell and Francis Bacon on the theology of natural laws, harmonising science and religion in accordance with Isaac Newton's belief in a rational God who established a law-abiding cosmos. In the second edition, Darwin added an epigraph from Joseph... |
what is blunted mood? | <answer> A blunted mood is considered one of the consequences of PTSD because it causes a diminished interest in activities that produce pleasure and produces feelings of detachment from others, restricted emotional expression and a reduced tendency to express emotions behaviorally. <context> Blunted affect, or emotion... |
What was James doing when he was struck by the lightning? | <answer> Sheltering from the rain under a tree <context> Having experienced a shocking electrical accident, which caused him to become both blind and deaf,James Francos world became completely dark and quiet for almost ten years. The loss of sight and hearing threw him into such sorrow that he tried a few times to put ... |
How often is it used that way? | <answer> The term is also used, albeit rarely, as a synonym for alla breve. <context> A cappella [a kapˈpɛlla] (Italian for "in the manner of the chapel") music is specifically group or solo singing without instrumental accompaniment, or a piece intended to be performed in this way. It contrasts with cantata, which is... |
When did the fatal shots take place? | <answer> Until the fatal shots ended Al-Jumalli's life, March 4 <context> (CNN)A 17-year-old male fatally shot an Iraqi man watching his first snowfall in his new American hometown, targeting him and then continuing to fire as the immigrant rushed to get inside, Dallas police said Friday.
Authorities don't believe t... |
What time does Dennis start his work? | <answer> At 9:00 at night. <context> My name is Dennis. I'm a worker of a big store. I don't work in the morning. I work at night. Every morning I come home at about 6:30. I have breakfast at 7:00. After breakfast I go to bed. I get up at around 2:30. I have lunch at 2:45 and dinner at 7:40. Then I go to work at 8:30.... |
Where did Wandle head on his horse? | <answer> Jernyngham's homestead <context> creek that crossed his farm. He was a big, reserved, fair-haired man, with a fleshy face that was redeemed from heaviness by his eyes, which were restless and keen. Though supposed to be an Austrian, little was known about him or his antecedents except that he owned the next ha... |
Who provided funds for them? | <answer> Funded by Somali entrepreneurs an <context> Communications in Somalia encompasses the communications services and capacity of Somalia. Telecommunications, internet, radio, print, television and postal services in the nation are largely concentrated in the private sector. Several of the telecom firms have begun... |
When did academic schooling begin in the Roman Republic? | <answer> around 200 BC <context> Following various military conquests in the Greek East, Romans adapted a number of Greek educational precepts to their own fledgling system. They began physical training to prepare the boys to grow as Roman citizens and for eventual recruitment into the army. Conforming to discipline wa... |
To which dynasty did Yarolav's step mother belong to? | <answer> Macedonian dynasty <context> Kievan Rus' also played an important genealogical role in European politics. Yaroslav the Wise, whose stepmother belonged to the Macedonian dynasty, the greatest one to rule Byzantium, married the only legitimate daughter of the king who Christianized Sweden. His daughters became q... |
what is an inverted siphon? | <answer> Cleaning the wastewater treatment plant organs. <context> , with high pressure and suction;b) inspection of video collectors;c) cleaning of wet wells (total or floating) pumping stations;d) cleaning the wastewater treatment plant organs (retention basins, grit chambers, chambers of grids, etc. |
What did the author study originally when he was in college? | <answer> Commercial Arts <context> I decided to go back to school in the fall of 2008 after not being happy with my current job and financial status. I obtained my Associate's Degree in May 2002 in Commercial Arts. After graduation, I had trouble obtaining a job in that field. For years, I was going from one job to ano... |
should you feed birds during spring and summer? | <answer> Bird feeding is most helpful at times of when birds need the most energy, such as during temperature extremes, migration, and in late winter or early spring, when natural seed sources are depleted.Most birds don't need your help in the summer. <context> It's not necessary. Bird feeding is most helpful at times... |
Who was planning to join the search? | <answer> Nat himself was going to look for him to-morrow." <context> CHAPTER VIII
OFF FOR BEAR CAMP
"Who told you this, Ben?" asked Dave.
"I just got the story from Nat. He and his family are very much worried. They had an idea that Wilbur Poole was practically well again, and that is the reason why they did not... |
How is zinc primarily added to soil? | <answer> weathering of rocks <context> Zinc deficiency is crop plants' most common micronutrient deficiency; it is particularly common in high-pH soils. Zinc-deficient soil is cultivated in the cropland of about half of Turkey and India, a third of China, and most of Western Australia, and substantial responses to zinc... |
What is the cost of hardwood flooring installed? | <answer> The cost to install a hardwood floor is $5 to $8 per square foot. <context> Flooring companies typically quote the cost to install a hardwood floor on a square-foot basis. Your total cost can vary significantly depending on the type of hardwood you choose and your location, but you can expect the range to be f... |
What happened to Spitz? | <answer> He's killed Spitz <context> "Well, what did I say?Buck's a real fighter, all right," said Francois the next morning when he discovered that Spitz had disappeared and that Buck was covered in blood. "Spitz fought like a wolf," said Perrault, as he looked at the bites all over Buck. "And Buck fought like ten wol... |
what does that mean? | <answer> the case would have to be tried by August 4 <context> Prosecutors are seeking additional charges against the Cleveland man accused of keeping three women captive in his home for a decade, they told a judge.
At a eight-minute hearing Wednesday, Ariel Castro, 52, kept his head down, often closing his eyes and ... |
Who did Bismarck feel needed to be viewed as the aggressor in the conflict? | <answer> France <context> In Prussia, some officials considered a war against France both inevitable and necessary to arouse German nationalism in those states that would allow the unification of a great German empire. This aim was epitomized by Prussian Chancellor Otto von Bismarck's later statement: "I did not doubt ... |
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