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What happens when we're under pressure?
<answer> When we're under pressure to act fast in a high-stakes situation, it often leads us to a set of traps <context> (CNN) -- Jeff Weiss had spent 20 years teaching negotiation skills to top executives when he realized those techniques might be just as valuable to soldiers on the battlefield. So a decade ago, he ...
What does V/STOL refer to?
<answer> aircraft capable of vertical or short take-off and landing <context> If the aircraft are VTOL-capable or helicopters, they do not need to decelerate and hence there is no such need. The arrested-recovery system has used an angled deck since the 1950s because, in case the aircraft does not catch the arresting w...
who found a connection between color and satisfaction?
<answer> Google, one of the biggest U.S. companies, is trying to find it out. The company has already found "a close connection between color and satisfaction with a person's work area". <context> How important is color in the business world? Google, one of the biggest U.S. companies, is trying to find it out. The com...
Who was the first European there?
<answer> Christopher Columbus <context> The West Indies or Caribbean Basin is a region of the North Atlantic Ocean in the Caribbean that includes the island countries and surrounding waters of three major archipelagoes: the Greater Antilles, the Lesser Antilles and the Lucayan Archipelago. The region is known as the...
who is mao the chinese leader?
<answer> Mao Zedong was a Chinese communist revolutionary, poet, political theorist and founding father of the People's Republic of China, which he ruled as the Chairman of the Communist Party of China from its establishment in 1949 until his death in 1976. <context> Mao Zedong (December 26, 1893 – September 9, 1976), ...
Which number in the Serbo-Croatian language is treated as an adjective?
<answer> one [jedan] <context> Like most Slavic languages, there are mostly three genders for nouns: masculine, feminine, and neuter, a distinction which is still present even in the plural (unlike Russian and, in part, the Čakavian dialect). They also have two numbers: singular and plural. However, some consider there...
what is statue of liberty holding in left h?
<answer> The Statue Of Liberty is holding tablet in left hand. <context> exists and is an alternate of . The original name of the Statue of Liberty was Liberty Enlightening the World. The tablet she holds in her left hand, engraved with July IV MDCCLXXVI, (July 4, 1776), represents the Declaration of Independence. The ...
Where did she need it to be?
<answer> near St. Kenelm's, <context> CHAPTER XXI. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST In the search for a new abode Mrs. Lee was in much difficulty, for it was needful to be near St. Kenelm's, and the only vacant houses within her means were not desirable for the reception of a feeble convalescent; moreover, Mr. Gudgeon grumbled...
Where can you find this passage?
<answer> In a social science book. <context> We all know what it is like to be unable to turn your head because of a cold in the muscles of your neck, or because an unexpected twist has made your neck ache. The slightest move makes you jump with pain. Nothing could be worse than a pain in the neck. That is why we use...
When were wartime licensing laws ended in Scotland?
<answer> 1976 <context> Scotland's and Northern Ireland's licensing laws have long been more flexible, allowing local authorities to set pub opening and closing times. In Scotland, this stemmed out of[clarification needed] a late repeal of the wartime licensing laws, which stayed in force until 1976.
who is hippie sabotage?
<answer> Hippie Sabotage is a Whittier, CA EDM duo, composed of brothers Kevin and Jeff Saurer. <context> Hippie Sabotage is a Whittier, CA EDM duo, composed of brothers Kevin and Jeff Saurer. They were #1 on Billboard's Next Big Sound chart. They have performed with Ellie Goulding and Tove Lo. Working with Cubic Z fro...
what does sleep do on laptop?
<answer> It is a power-sparing state that a computer can enter when not in use. <context> Part of the Computing fundamentals glossary: Sleep mode, sometimes called standby or suspend mode, is a power-sparing state that a computer can enter when not in use. The computer's state is maintained in RAM (random access memory...
Who lead the season?
<answer> Sebastian Vettel <context> (CNN) -- Reigning world champion Sebastian Vettel started his 2011 Formula One defense in emphatic style on Sunday, leading the season-opening Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne from start to finish. McLaren's 2008 world champion Lewis Hamilton did well to finish second after dama...
Who is the Premier of China?
<answer> Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao <context> WASHINGTON, March 14 (Xinhua) --U.S. President Barack Obama confirmed on Saturday at the White House that China can have confidence in the American economy. "Not just the Chinese government, but every investor can have absolute confidence in the _ of investments in the Un...
How many rooms did the house have?
<answer> The house was just the ordinary Mexican hut. It contained two rooms <context> CHAPTER VII. SETH CONTINUES HIS NARRATIVE OF THE MEXICAN ADVENTURE. The next evening the young Hardys again took their seats by Seth, and, without any delay, he went on with his story. "After El Zeres had ridden off, the lieute...
What did Mr Lazares do when his students were not behaving well in class?
<answer> Telephoned their parents to come to school and go to classes with them. <context> In the United States, headmasters and teachers discipline students in several ways. The teacher often writes to or calls the students' parents. Sometimes students have to stay at school for one hour. If a student behaves very...
If a statute is unconstitutional, how is it removed?
<answer> deleted by a subsequent statute <context> Notably, a statute does not disappear automatically merely because it has been found unconstitutional; it must be deleted by a subsequent statute. Many federal and state statutes have remained on the books for decades after they were ruled to be unconstitutional. Howev...
what was the powder mailed to trump?
<answer> An envelope that contained a non-hazardous white powder was mailed to the apartment of Trump’s son Eric Trump. <context> Trump campaign spokeswoman Hope Hicks referred questions about the brief scare to the U.S. Secret Service, which didn’t immediately respond to a message seeking comment. In March, an envelop...
Which problem is NOTmentioned in the passage?
<answer> Having no place to live. <context> With the development of economics , the problem of left-behind children has become a serious social problem. More and more people have realized we should do something to help them. One of the biggest problems is that the children are all hungry for the love from their pare...
How long would he have to wait?
<answer> The next bus was not to leave for another hour. <context> Tom arrived at the bus station quite early for Paris bus. The bus for Paris would not leave until five to twelve. He saw a lot of people waiting in the station. Some were standing in line , others were walking around. There was a group of schoolgirls. T...
Had the greeter been recently ill?
<answer> , from a recent attack of fever. <context> CHAPTER XLII LOVE REMAINS Wrayson rode slowly up the great avenue, and paused at the bend to see for the first time at close quarters the house, which from the valley below had seemed little more than a speck of white set in a deep bower of green. Seen at close qu...
what's the meaning of profusely?
<answer> The meaning of profusely is in an abundant manner Familiarity information. <context> Dictionary entry overview: What does profusely mean? • PROFUSELY (adverb) The adverb PROFUSELY has 1 sense: 1. in an abundant manner Familiarity information: PROFUSELY used as an adverb is very rare.
Has it expanded at all since it was found?
<answer> Through land reclamation and municipal annexation, Boston has expanded beyond the original peninsula <context> Boston (pronounced i/ˈbɒstən/) is the capital and largest city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the United States. Boston also served as the historic county seat of Suffolk County until Massach...
What did she want to be instead?
<answer> She wanted to be a cook instead <context> The witch wanted to stop making poisons in her big pot. She wanted to be a cook instead. She could make all sorts of treats, like blueberry sandwiches, orange pizzas, and grape pie. Her best treat she made was strawberry eggs. She wanted the people from town to invite ...
how much does it cost to hire a web designer?
<answer> $1,000 or $100,000 for a site. <context> Here’s a little secret about website design. There are no secret or advanced programs for design. Whether you pay $1,000 or $100,000 for a site, as far as the design goes, for the most part they’re all just made up of CSS and HTML. Paying an extra $10,000 on your site w...
what is the transpiration stream?
<answer> The flow of water through the xylem from the roots to the leaf, against gravity, is called the transpiration stream. <context> The flow of water through the xylem from the roots to the leaf, against gravity, is called the transpiration stream. Water rises through xylem vessels due to two key properties of wate...
What is the difference between lump charcoal and charcoal?
<answer> Charcoal is made by burning wood in the absence of oxygen, and lump charcoal is the product of that. <context> Charcoal is made by burning wood in the absence of oxygen, and lump charcoal is the product of that. Since lump is charcoal in its most natural form, it's no wonder purists will almost always prefer i...
Whose permission did he need?
<answer> his mommy <context> There once was a boy named John who was a good superhero. He thought he was a superhero, at least. His mommy made him eat his cereal with yoghurt every morning so he could stay strong. Today he had to go to school and he wasn't very happy about that. After breakfast he walked to the bus sto...
Who was Tom Black?
<answer> A great boxer. <context> Once a great boxer ,Tom Black, went to a restaurant for supper. He took off his coat and left it at the door, but he was afraid that somebody would take it away. So he took out a piece of paper and wrote on it,"The great boxer, Tom Black, has left his coat here.He'll be back in a few m...
To stop the Vikings from raiding, what did the Galicians build as a defense system?
<answer> Towers of Catoira <context> In the 9th century, the rise of the cult of the Apostle James in Santiago de Compostela gave Galicia a particular symbolic importance among Christians, an importance it would hold throughout the Reconquista. As the Middle Ages went on, Santiago became a major pilgrim destination and...
Where did he sit down?
<answer> Endymion sat down at the table, <context> CHAPTER LXXV In the meantime, Lady Roehampton was paying her farewell visit to her former pupil. They were alone, and Adriana was hanging on her neck and weeping. "We were so happy," she murmured. "And are so happy, and will be," said Myra. "I feel I shall neve...
how long do you have to keep mortgage insurance?
<answer> Keep mortgage insurance for at least 5 years. <context> FHA mortgage insurance depends on when you got your loan, and also your loan term. Before the rule was that you lost your MI when your LTV got down to 78% and you have had the mortgage for at least 5 years. Newer loans now have MI for the entire duration ...
who started carnival in trinidad and tobago?
<answer> The Mas tradition started carnival in Trinidad and Tobago. <context> Trinidad and Tobago Carnival - Origin. 1 The Mas tradition started in the late 18th century with French plantation owners organizing masquerades (mas) and balls before enduring the fasting of Lent.
When did Nanjing become the Chinese national capital?
<answer> Jin dynasty <context> Nanjing ( listen; Chinese: 南京, "Southern Capital") is the city situated in the heartland of lower Yangtze River region in China, which has long been a major centre of culture, education, research, politics, economy, transport networks and tourism. It is the capital city of Jiangsu provinc...
in what county is hays ks?
<answer> Hays is in Ellis County, Kansas. <context> Hays, Kansas. Hays is a city in and the county seat of Ellis County, Kansas, United States. The largest city in northwestern Kansas, it is the economic and cultural center of the region. It is also a college town, home to Fort Hays State University. As of the 2010 cen...
Because of his brother?
<answer> He paid a high price for being Ayman's brother <context> Cairo (CNN) -- Mohamed al-Zawahiri, brother of al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, will be freed from prison in Egypt after 13 years, his attorney said Monday. He was acquitted by an Egyptian military court and will be released Tuesday, said attorney Ni...
How many colors are there in the National Flag of Canada?
<answer> Two. <context> The Canadian red and white maple leaf flag is officially called the National Flag of Canada. The Canadian flag shows a stylized red maple leaf with 11 points on a white background, with red borders down each side. The Canadian flag is twice as long as it is wide. The white square containing th...
How is the weather in montville, nj?
<answer> The weather in Montville, New Jersey is clear throughout the weekend, with temperatures rising to 70°F on Sunday. <context> Montville weather. Montville, NJ local weather, alerts, forecasts, storms, school-closings and more. Mostly clear throughout the weekend, with temperatures rising to 70°F on Sunday.
how much does a worker at disney make?
<answer> Workers who have been with the company for more than one year but less than five can make $59K annually on average. For five to nine years make around $77K per year on average. For 10-19 years of experience earn an average $92K annually. <context> Years of Experience. Workers who have been with the company for...
A group of 8 bits is called what?
<answer> a byte <context> In almost all modern computers, each memory cell is set up to store binary numbers in groups of eight bits (called a byte). Each byte is able to represent 256 different numbers (28 = 256); either from 0 to 255 or −128 to +127. To store larger numbers, several consecutive bytes may be used (typ...
what can cause a varicocele?
<answer> Varicoceles can cause three main problems: Impaired fertility, decreased testosterone production by the testis, or scrotal discomfort. <context> Varicoceles can cause three main problems: Impaired fertility, decreased testosterone production by the testis, or scrotal discomfort. For this reason, they are not u...
what is the cost of keiser university a year?
<answer> Tuition for Keiser University Ft Lauderdale is $17,488 for the 2015/2016 academic year. <context> Undergraduate Tuition. Tuition for Keiser University Ft Lauderdale is $17,488 for the 2015/2016 academic year. This is 35% cheaper than the national average private non-profit four year college tuition of $26,851....
When was Brasilia founded?
<answer> April 21, 1960 <context> Brasília (Portuguese pronunciation: [bɾaˈziljɐ]) is the federal capital of Brazil and seat of government of the Federal District. The city is located atop the Brazilian highlands in the country's center-western region. It was founded on April 21, 1960, to serve as the new national capi...
When did the sign language begin?
<answer> the history really begins in 1817. <context> American sign language has an interesting history. Although there have always been deaf individuals in America, the history really begins in 1817. Before 1817 deaf people communicated by using "home signs". Gestures were individually created and used within the home...
How far from the ground is the second floor window?
<answer> about 12 feet <context> Fire fighting is a serous matter, knowing what to do during a fire can save people's lives. It is important to know the ways you can use and show them to everyone else in the family, such as stairways and emergency exits, but not elevators. From the lower floors of building, escape thro...
What's the purpose of the passage?
<answer> To tell students how to be top ones <context> Huangshi will have new rules about behaviour standards for middle school students very soon. Middle Schools are going to use a new way to decide who the top students are. The best students won't only have high marks. The new rules will be used first in No. 2 Middle...
what does corry define them as?
<answer> have followed ways of life for many generations <context> A tribe is viewed, developmentally or historically, as a social group existing before the development of nation states, or outside them. A tribe is a group of distinct people, dependent on their land for their livelihood, who are largely self-sufficient...
how many thunderstorms do we get in the us?
<answer> There are about 100,000 thunderstorms each year in the U.S. alone. <context> A thunderstorm is classified as “severe” when it contains one or more of the following: hail one inch or greater, winds gusting in excess of 50 knots (57.5 mph), or a tornado. How many thunderstorms are there? Worldwide, there are an ...
Who was left outside in the rain?
<answer> The kitty had been left outside in the rain <context> The kitty did not want to freeze, so it found a place to stay warm in a trashcan near a bush. The kitty had been left outside in the rain, but some friendly people thought that they would let it in when they found it in the trashcan outside. They gave the k...
do we give nystatin for uti?
<answer> Yes, we can give nystatin for UTI. <context> If this happens, the baby and the mother can be treated with the topical medication Nystatin ®. Urinary Tract Infections. Fifteen percent of women experience UTIs during their lives, according to research done by John E. Delzell, Jr. and Michael L. Lefevre, medical ...
What is the population of hobart?
<answer> The population of Hobart, Australia is 225,000. <context> With a population of approximately 225,000, it is the second least populated Australian capital city.[1] Founded in 1804 as a penal colony,[5] Hobart is Australia's second oldest capital city after Sydney, New South Wales.
How many total teams are chasing the best record?
<answer> three-way title race <context> (CNN) -- Cristiano Ronaldo salvaged a point for Real Madrid in a pulsating and controversial Madrid derby Sunday to keep his side top of the three-way title race in La Liga. Real were trailing Atletico 2-1 with eight minutes remaining when he equalized after an assist from Gare...
According to who?
<answer> Luke Tipple <context> For millions of years, sharks have been the kings of the oceans, the top of the food chain. But these days, the hunter has become the hunted, because of better methods from commercial fishermen who are looking for fins to make expensive soup sold mostly in Asia. Shark fins are far more v...
Who was the director of the Philips audio division in 1974?
<answer> L. Ottens <context> In 1974, L. Ottens, director of the audio division of Philips, started a small group with the aim to develop an analog optical audio disc with a diameter of 20 cm and a sound quality superior to that of the vinyl record. However, due to the unsatisfactory performance of the analog format, t...
who does voices in moana?
<answer> Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Jemaine Clement, Moana, Movies, Nicole Scherzinger, Rachel House, Slideshow, Temuera Morrison. <context> The demigod Maui is voiced by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, who showcases his singing talents in the film. Moana is expected to top the box office over Thanksgiving weekend and...
does she have a website?
<answer> Web site: www. Teenagechickensoul. com <context> . M. for Teens, Inc. ) a corporation formed exclusively to work for teens. It is her goal to see teens represented in a more positive light and it is her strong belief that teens deserve better and more positive treatment. She spends her time reading the thousan...
why was the mayflower compact important?
<answer> The Mayflower Compact was important because it continued the idea of law made by and for the people. This idea lies at the heart of democracy and made a significant contribution to the creation of a new democratic nation. <context> The Mayflower Compact continued the idea of law made by and for the people. Thi...
what classifies as a class a felony?
<answer> A term of years not less than ten years and not to exceed thirty years or life imprisonment. <context> (1) For a class A felony, a term of years not less than ten years and not to exceed thirty years, or life imprisonment; (2) For a class B felony, a term of years not less than five years and not to exceed fif...
What is the text mainly about?
<answer> The harm of using red color1 in grading students' papers. <context> A child sits at his desk waiting for the teacher to hand back his test and praying that it is not sprayed with red marks. Fellow students in the classroom know a paper that has several red markings on it will usually receive a lower grade. The...
What is the average pharmacy tech salary?
<answer> From $26,000 to $39,000 a year <context> What can a pharmacy technician really expect to earn in today’s economy? According to Salary.com, pharmacy technicians make anywhere from $26,000 to $39,000 a year, though most make around $32,000 annually. California has the highest average pharmacy technician wage, at...
is psychic super effective against dark?
<answer> No,psychic super is not effective against dark. <context> Dark moves are super-effective against: Psychic Ghost. Dark moves are not very effective against: Fighting Dark Fairy. Defense pros & cons. These types have no effect on Dark Pokémon: Psychic. These types are not very effective against Dark Pokémon: Gho...
what is rapper futures net worth?
<answer> $4 Million <context> Future net worth: $4 Million. Future net worth: Future is an American rap artist who has a net worth of $4 million. Future, also known as Nayvadius Wilburn and Nayvadius Cash, began writing and rapping on the suggestion of his cousin, Rico Wade, a member of the Dungeon Family collective. H...
How did the author feel about the experience in the airport?
<answer> Happy and meaningful. <context> I was stuck in O'hare airport on an extremely long weather delay, pacing up and down the waiting hall for some exercise, when I passed a wine bar for the twentieth time or so. But this time there was a young woman behind the piano, playing what I could only describe as absolutel...
where is actor robert taylor buried?
<answer> Switzerland <context> Taylor, who was 79, died on Wednesday. Her death comes 26 years after that of the Welsh actor, whom she married twice. However, he was buried close to the home in Switzerland he shared with his last wife Sally. Ms Owen said her family would still honour Taylor and Burton's original plans.
Has she made any records?
<answer> ongest-reigning British head of state and the longest-reigning queen regnant in world history <context> Elizabeth's many historic visits and meetings include a state visit to the Republic of Ireland and reciprocal visits to and from the Pope. She has seen major constitutional changes, such as devolution in the...
What is the main pathogenic bacteria in L-form class?
<answer> Mycoplasma <context> Acid-fast bacteria, such as Mycobacteria, are resistant to decolorization by acids during staining procedures. The high mycolic acid content of Mycobacteria, is responsible for the staining pattern of poor absorption followed by high retention. The most common staining technique used to id...
How many shows were sold out?
<answer> 88 <context> The MDNA Tour, which further promoted the album, began in May 2012 in Tel Aviv, Israel. The tour has received positive critical reception, but featured controversial subjects such as violence, firearms, human rights, nudity and politics. Lawsuits threatened against Madonna have also been engaged f...
what is junior honor society?
<answer> It is one of the nation's premier organizations established to recognize outstanding middle level students. <context> Established in 1929, the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is one of the nation's premier organizations established to recognize outstanding middle level students.
is lyme tuff grass?
<answer> Yes <context> Lomandra Lime Tuff entrance planting to Bushland Flora nursery. Copyright © 2016. Copyright © 2016. Lomandra Lime Tuff is a selected species of Lomandra longifolia x confertifolia subp. pallida. Lime Tuff is a tufted, compact grass like plant selected for its lush lime foliage and is a proven tou...
how many signatures are on the constitution?
<answer> 39 <context> Names of the Signers of the Constitution. Introduction. Of the U.S. Constitution's 39 signers, 23 were veterans of the Revolutionary War. Jonathan Dayton was the youngest to sign the Constitution, at the age of 26, while Benjamin Franklin, at the age of 81, was the oldest.
Why did he do what he did?
<answer> He wanted to pick up his kids from school every day at a certain time." <context> (CNN) -- Newman, Jerry Seinfeld's diabolical nemesis and United States postal worker, was denied his dream transfer to Hawaii when the Post Office discovered he hadn't been delivering a lot of the mail he was supposed to be. Un...
does a zygote refer to humans?
<answer> Yes, a zygote is the first step in the creation of a completely new human. <context> Origin of Zygote. The term “zygote” means “yoked together” in Greek, reflecting the fact that the cell contains genetic material from both parents, brought together for the first time to create a cell with a full set of genes....
Insects play prominent roles in what?
<answer> biological research <context> Insects play important roles in biological research. For example, because of its small size, short generation time and high fecundity, the common fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster is a model organism for studies in the genetics of higher eukaryotes. D. melanogaster has been an ess...
For which book?
<answer> her second book of poems called "Annie Allen". <context> Gwendolyn Brooks wrote hundreds of poems during her lifetime. She was known around the world for using poetry to increase understanding of black culture in America. During the 1940's and the 1950's, Gwendolyn Brooks used her poems to describe condition...
In which year was the last electric streetcar line removed?
<answer> 1956 <context> As in other major American cities in the postwar era, construction of an extensive highway and freeway system around Detroit and pent-up demand for new housing stimulated suburbanization; highways made commuting by car easier. In 1956, Detroit's last heavily used electric streetcar line along th...
how many less calories a day to lose weight?
<answer> 500 <context> As a result, eating 500 fewer calories a day leads to slightly less weight loss as time goes on, Dr Hall told Runner's World. Instead, over 12 months, a person will need to eat 7,000 calories to burn a pound of fat, he calculated.
in what type of group do people find the flute?
<answer> People finds the flute in the woodwind group. <context> The flute is a family of musical instruments in the woodwind group. Unlike woodwind instruments with reeds, a flute is an aerophone or reedless wind instrument that produces its sound from the flow of air across an opening. According to the instrument cla...
What was the younger brother in relation to Brown?
<answer> But that was his way: he never condescended to take notice of an under clerk <context> Chapter 19 Brown and I Exchange Compliments Two trips later, I got into serious trouble. Brown was steering; I was 'pulling down.' My younger brother appeared on the hurricane deck, and shouted to Brown to stop at some la...
How old is Lucille?
<answer> Two years ago, Ruth and Ralph Gordon brought their 17-year-old daughter for treatment. Lucille was not doing well in school, <context> Do you remember the game "Telephone"? A message gets passed from person to person, and everyone laughs at how distorted it becomes. As a game, telephone can be fun. In real lif...
how long to get nto mars?
<answer> 150-300 days <context> The total journey time from Earth to Mars takes between 150-300 days depending on the speed of the launch, the alignment of Earth and Mars, and the length of the journey the spacecraft takes to reach its target. It really just depends on how much fuel you’re willing to burn to get there....
is amortization an asset or liability?
<answer> Asset <context> Amortization refers to spreading the cost of an intangible asset over its useful life. Depreciation refers to prorating the cost of a tangible asset over its estimated life. Intangible assets include patents, copyrights, and intellectual property. Tangible assets include land, buildings, equipm...
Who took over after Athanasius?
<answer> George of Cappadocia <context> Through the influence of the Eusebian faction at Constantinople, an Arian bishop, George of Cappadocia, was now appointed to rule the see of Alexandria. Athanasius, after remaining some days in the neighbourhood of the city, finally withdrew into the desert of Upper Egypt, where ...
does a king cobra live near people?
<answer> Yes, The king cobra can live near people. <context> When raising its body, the king cobra can still move forward to strike with a long distance and people may misjudge the safe zone. This snake may deliver multiple bites in a single attack, but adults are known to bite and hold on.
Who created ACE?
<answer> DecoType <context> Many scripts, including Arabic and Devanagari, have special orthographic rules that require certain combinations of letterforms to be combined into special ligature forms. The rules governing ligature formation can be quite complex, requiring special script-shaping technologies such as ACE (...
How old is Chou?
<answer> 25 <context> A large book NBA star Yao Ming's English autography will come out in New York, US , this month. It is called "Yao: A Life in Two Worlds." It talks about his first year in the NBA. Yao wrote it with a US report. Alicia's Coming American singer Alicia Keys,23, will be in the "Wall of Hope" concert w...
how many touchdowns did bo jackson make?
<answer> In his four seasons in the NFL, Jackson rushed for 16 touchdowns. <context> In his four seasons in the NFL, Jackson rushed for 2,782 yards and 16 touchdowns with an average yards per carry of 5.4. He also caught 40 passes for 352 yards and two touchdowns. Jackson's 221 yards on November 30, 1987, just 29 days ...
How many influence does that say it has?
<answer> Greek, Byzantine, Eastern Orthodox, Russian , and some Ottoman culture influences <context> Eastern Europe is the eastern part of the European continent. There is no consensus on the precise area it covers, partly because the term has a wide range of geopolitical, geographical, cultural, and socioeconomic conn...
What is the typical working fluid in a steam engine?
<answer> water <context> The working fluid in a Rankine cycle can operate as a closed loop system, where the working fluid is recycled continuously, or may be an "open loop" system, where the exhaust steam is directly released to the atmosphere, and a separate source of water feeding the boiler is supplied. Normally wa...
how much wider is a california king vs regular king?
<answer> A regular king is 76 inches wide and a California king is 72 inches wide. <context> A regular king is 76 inches wide by 80 inches long. A California king is 72 inches wide by 84 inches long. Though the California king is longer and the regular king is wider, the regular offers the most square inches of sleepin...
what is the distal cord?
<answer> The distal or terminal region of the spinal cord, the conus medullaris and cauda equina, is a complex region of spinal anatomy and transition from the central to peripheral nervous system. <context> The distal or terminal region of the spinal cord, the conus medullaris and cauda equina, is a complex region of ...
Who are the two friends who also enjoyed the pet?
<answer> Janet and Jake <context> Jon was very excited to go to the park. His dad always takes him to the park to play ball. He plays baseball with all his friends. When he got to the park Jon saw his friend Joe. Joe had brought his new puppy to the park. The puppy was very cute. It was a white dog with black spots. Jo...
What map maker used the name Antarctica in his map of the 2nd century A.D.?
<answer> Marinus of Tyre <context> Aristotle wrote in his book Meteorology about an Antarctic region in c. 350 B.C. Marinus of Tyre reportedly used the name in his unpreserved world map from the 2nd century A.D. The Roman authors Hyginus and Apuleius (1–2 centuries A.D.) used for the South Pole the romanized Greek name...
Who had helped the hunter?
<answer> Sammy Jay did me a good turn <context> CHAPTER XVIII THE HUNTER LOSES HIS TEMPER The hunter, hidden near the pond of Paddy the Beaver, chuckled silently. That is to say, he laughed without making any sound. The hunter thought the warning of Mr. and Mrs. Quack by Sammy Jay was a great joke on Reddy. To tell...
how many gambling addicts are reported?
<answer> 2 million adults in the United States. <context> Gambling addiction can grab hold of people and morph them into someone who only cares about their next bet. According to the National Council on Problem Gambling, an estimated 2 million adults in the United States meet the criteria for pathological gambling, and...
What's the writer's purpose in this text?
<answer> To introduce Mollie Hunter's work to a wider audience. <context> "A good book for children should simply be a good book in its own right" says Mollie Hunter. Born and brought up near Edinburgh,Mollie has devoted her talents to writing primarily for young people. She firmly believes that there is and should alw...
What elements of Proto-Indo-Iranian did not diverge according to the ensuing split between eastern and western variants?
<answer> *ć and *dź <context> Two of the earliest dialectal divisions among Iranian indeed happen to not follow the later division into Western and Eastern blocks. These concern the fate of the Proto-Indo-Iranian first-series palatal consonants, *ć and *dź:
what county is columbia?
<answer> Boone County <context> Columbia /kəˈlʌmbiə/ is a city of 116,906 people in the state of Missouri. Founded in 1820 as the county seat of Boone County and home to the University of Missouri, it is the principal municipality of the Columbia Metropolitan Area, the fourth most populous urban area in Missouri.
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?
<answer> Kids don't need to get along with others when making money. <context> If you live in the United States, you can't have a full-time job until you are 16 years old. At 14 or 15, you work part-time after school or on weekends, and during summer vacation you can work 40 hours each week. Does all that mean that if ...
Who is Russia's largest regional rival?
<answer> the United Kingdom <context> Russia feared losing Russian America without compensation in some future conflict, especially to the British. While Alaska attracted little interest at the time, the population of nearby British Columbia started to increase rapidly a few years after hostilities ended. Therefore, th...
What is the definition of energy of sound?
<answer> Sound energy is defined as a periodic disturbance in the pressure or density of a fluid or in the elastic strain of a solid, produced by a vibrating object. <context> sound energy definition, sound energy meaning | English dictionary. [. a a periodic disturbance in the pressure or density of a fluid or in the ...