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How is the weather in mt vernon, wa?
<answer> There are 156 sunny days per year in Mount Vernon, Washington. The July high is around 73 degrees. The January low is 34. <context> Mount Vernon, Washington, gets 40 inches of rain per year. The US average is 39. Snowfall is 5 inches. The average US city gets 26 inches of snow per year. The number of days with...
Did the jailer speak to them when he brought the food?
<answer> Two days later when the jailer brought in breakfast to their cell he dropped on the table by the side of the loaf a tiny ball of paper, and then without a word <context> CHAPTER XVI: The March to Derby. Two days later when the jailer brought in breakfast to their cell he dropped on the table by the side of ...
Is this a growing trend?
<answer> As prices and building costs keep rising, "the do-it-yourself"(DIY)trend in the US continues to grow. <context> As prices and building costs keep rising, "the do-it-yourself"(DIY)trend in the US continues to grow. "We needed furniture for our living room," says John Kose, "and we didn't have enough money to bu...
What type of language is Ada?
<answer> Ada is a structured, statically typed, imperative, wide-spectrum, and object-oriented high-level computer programming language, <context> Ada is a structured, statically typed, imperative, wide-spectrum, and object-oriented high-level computer programming language, extended from Pascal and other languages. It ...
What is Bengali?
<answer> Bengalis, who speak the official Bengali language <context> Bangladesh ( or ; , ,  "The country of Bengal"), officially the People's Republic of Bangladesh, is a country in South Asia. It shares land borders with India and Myanmar (Burma). Nepal, Bhutan and China are located near Bangladesh but do not share a ...
What was the name of the poem that memorialized the Light Brigade?
<answer> The Charge of the Light Brigade <context> Cardigan formed up his unit and charged the length of the Valley of the Balaclava, under fire from Russian batteries in the hills. The charge of the Light Brigade caused 278 casualties of the 700-man unit. The Light Brigade was memorialized in the famous poem by Alfred...
Did Toby go to sleep pretty quickly?
<answer> the sandman threw dust in his eyes very soon <context> CHAPTER XIV RAISING THE TENT Toby went into the house, feeling rather uneasy because he had not been called; but when Aunt Olive told him that Abner had aroused from his slumber but twice, and then only for a moment, he had no idea of being worried abo...
Where is Yingxiu located?
<answer> in Wenchuan <context> One rescue team reported only 2,300 survivors from the town of Yingxiu in Wenchuan County, out of a total population of about 9,000. 3,000 to 5,000 people were killed in Beichuan County, Sichuan alone; in the same location, 10,000 people were injured and 80% of the buildings were destroye...
Beyonce took home how many awards at the 57th Grammy Awards?
<answer> three <context> At the 57th Annual Grammy Awards in February 2015, Beyoncé was nominated for six awards, ultimately winning three: Best R&B Performance and Best R&B Song for "Drunk in Love", and Best Surround Sound Album for Beyoncé. She was nominated for Album of the Year but the award was won by Beck for his...
Did she drop it?
<answer> Susie lost her balance in front of the teacher and dumped the bowl of water in the boy's lap. <context> A nine-year-old kid was sitting at his desk when suddenly there was a puddle between his feet and the front of his trousers was wet. He thought his heart was going to stop because he couldn't possibly imag...
how often to intermittent fasting?
<answer> Intermittent fasting, which can involve anything from fasting for 14 hours at a time to forgoing food a couple days a week. <context> Intermittent fasting, which can involve anything from fasting for 14 hours at a time to forgoing food a couple days a week, is all about restricting food consumption during spec...
To what did the mixture of official and individual religious practices pertain? ?
<answer> lawful Roman <context> The impressive, costly, and centralised rites to the deities of the Roman state were vastly outnumbered in everyday life by commonplace religious observances pertaining to an individual's domestic and personal deities, the patron divinities of Rome's various neighborhoods and communities...
who sang the song havana?
<answer> Camila Cabello sang the song Havana. <context> Havana is a song recorded by Cuban-American singer Camila Cabello featuring guest vocals from American rapper Young Thug. It was released on August 3, 2017 as a promotional single of her debut studio album Camila, along with OMG. On August 30, 2017 via social medi...
where is the adriatic?
<answer> Croatia <context> By Rick Steves and Cameron Hewitt. It's official: Croatia is hot. In the 1970s and 1980s, this sunny Adriatic paradise was a top-tier destination. Then its tourism industry, like the rest of the country, took a huge hit during the war of secession from Yugoslavia. But today, just over a decad...
Which dollars are counted?
<answer> Every dollar that is officially considered income <context> Tax Freedom Day is the first day of the year in which a nation as a whole has theoretically earned enough income to pay its taxes. Every dollar that is officially considered income by the government is counted, and every payment to the government that...
What is implied in the passage by the writer?
<answer> If you cease to struggle,you cease to live. <context> Two of the hardest things to accomplish in this world are to acquire wealth by honest effort and, having gained it, to learn how to use it properly. Recently 1 walked into the locker room of a rather well-known golf club after finishing a round.It was in th...
Did Miss White care about Steve?
<answer> Steve! Please! I care about you!" Wow! S <context> In the middle of the first term of school, the entire seventh grade was tested for basic skills. Steve hurried through his tests, and continued to dream of other things. His heart was not in school, but in the woods. One day, Miss White's impatient voice broke...
What does a dolphin often use as its "name"?
<answer> A special whistle. <context> Many people say dolphins are very intelligent. They seem to be able to think, understand, and learn things quickly. But are they smart like humans or more than cats or dogs? Dolphins use their brains differently from people. But scientists say dolphin intelligence and human intelli...
What was the name of the emperor who moved Japan's capital to Heian?
<answer> Kanmu <context> The Heian period was preceded by the Nara period and began in 794 A.D after the movement of the capital of Japan to Heian-kyō (present day Kyōto京都), by the 50th emperor, Emperor Kanmu. Kanmu first tried to move the capital to Nagaoka-kyō, but a series of disasters befell the city, prompting the...
What sort of pesticides would you find in ponds and lakes?
<answer> Herbicides <context> Pesticides are used to control organisms that are considered to be harmful. For example, they are used to kill mosquitoes that can transmit potentially deadly diseases like West Nile virus, yellow fever, and malaria. They can also kill bees, wasps or ants that can cause allergic reactions....
Nanjing is one of three "Furnacelike" cities. What are the other two cities?
<answer> Chongqing and Wuhan <context> Nanjing has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa) and is under the influence of the East Asian monsoon. The four seasons are distinct, with damp conditions seen throughout the year, very hot and muggy summers, cold, damp winters, and in between, spring and autumn are of reasona...
What was Olympic Airways known as after 2003?
<answer> Olympic Airlines <context> Between 1975 and 2009, Olympic Airways (known after 2003 as Olympic Airlines) was the country’s state-owned flag carrier, but financial problems led to its privatization and relaunch as Olympic Air in 2009. Both Aegean Airlines and Olympic Air have won awards for their services; in 2...
why are peer groups important?
<answer> Peer group plays such an important role as a reference group and source of identity, the crowd an adolescent affiliates with is likely to influence his or her behavior, activities, and self-conceptions <context> Because an adolescent's peer group plays such an important role as a reference group and source of ...
how many kilometers is in meter?
<answer> A kilometer is equal to 0.001 meter. <context> How many km in 1 meters? The answer is 0.001. We assume you are converting between kilometre and metre. You can view more details on each measurement unit: km or meters The SI base unit for length is the metre. 1 metre is equal to 0.001 km, or 1 meters. Note that ...
how does caffeine relieve headaches?
<answer> Because it contains “vasoconstrictive” properties that cause the blood vessels to narrow and restrict blood flow, caffeine can aid in head pain relief. <context> Share this with others: Caffeine can be a headache trigger or headache inhibitor. Caffeine can be found in beverages, chocolate and even in some popu...
what county is eagle pass in?
<answer> Eagle Pass is in Maverick County. <context> The county is triangular in shape and contains 1,287 square miles, or 824,960 acres. Eagle Pass, the county seat and most populous community, is in southwestern Maverick County on the Southern Pacific Railroad, immediately east of the Rio Grande opposite Piedras Negr...
How many hours of community service did Kanye receive?
<answer> 250 <context> On July 19, 2013, West was leaving LAX as he was surrounded by dozens of paparazzi. West became increasingly agitated as a photographer, Daniel Ramos, continued to ask him why people were not allowed to speak in his presence. West then says, "I told you don't talk to me, right? You trying to get ...
who was known as the great captain?
<answer> Gonzalo de Cordoba, known in his day as the Great Captain <context> CHAPTER III. THE ROMAN BARONS Having driven Charles VIII out of Italy, it still remained for the allies to remove all traces of his passage from Naples and to restore the rule of the House of Aragon. In this they had the aid of Ferdinand an...
What was the victim's rank as an officer?
<answer> Col. Greg Malloy <context> (CNN) -- A Florida corrections officer assisting in a manhunt died Wednesday in an exchange of gunfire with a murder suspect, who also died, authorities said. Col. Greg Malloy, 44, was mortally wounded, the Florida Department of Corrections said in a statement. Malloy was working...
Where is the book shop?
<answer> In the middle of the city . <context> Uncle Wang works in a book shop in the middle of the city. The shop is not far from his home. It is about one kilometer away. So Uncle Wang seldom goes to work by bus. He usually goes bike there by bike, sometimes on foot .It takes him twenty minutes to get there by bike...
What are the causes of itching palm?
<answer> Psoriasis, dyshidrotic dermatitis <context> Psoriasis can cause itching and the formation of white pustules on the palms and soles. It often spreads to the fingernails and toenails. About 25 percent of people who have hepatitis B or hepatitis C develop palmoplantar pruritis. Itchy hands and feet can be an expr...
In what year was a report made to reduce the burdens of drug development?
<answer> 2012 <context> Others have argued that excessive regulation suppresses therapeutic innovation, and that the current cost of regulator-required clinical trials prevents the full exploitation of new genetic and biological knowledge for the treatment of human disease. A 2012 report by the President's Council of A...
According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?
<answer> Chris' Chinese teacher is a Chinese. <context> Now more than 40 million foreigners around the world are learning Chinese,according to a report. The relationship between the United States and China is becoming more and more important in the world. This has really influenced the growth of Chinese language learni...
how is radiation used in a solar oven?
<answer> It is also a factor in heat loss, when hot air radiates through the glass lid.eat loss is a combination of conduction, radiation, and convection. Heat is lost from the solar oven by conduction, when the heat travels through the molecules of the physical box to the outside air. <context> Heat loss. The loss of ...
What is the age limit now in India for child workers?
<answer> 14 <context> International influences help to encourage legal actions to be taken in India, such as the Geneva Declaration of the Right of Children Act was passed in 1924. This act was followed by The Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948 to which incorporated the basic human rights and needs of childr...
Near what glacier in Austria was filming done?
<answer> Rettenbach glacier <context> Filming started in Austria in December 2014, with production taking in the area around Sölden—including the Ötztal Glacier Road, Rettenbach glacier and the adjacent ski resort and cable car station—and Obertilliach and Lake Altaussee, before concluding in February 2015. Scenes film...
what are ted talks?
<answer> A TED talk is a presentation at the main Technology, Entertainment, Design conference or one of its many satellite events around the world. <context> A TED talk is a presentation at the main TED (technology, entertainment, design) conference or one of its many satellite events around the world. The first TED c...
What made Pacinotti's motor an important advancement?
<answer> non-fluctuating current <context> A major turning point in the development of DC machines took place in 1864, when Antonio Pacinotti described for the first time the ring armature with its symmetrically grouped coils closed upon themselves and connected to the bars of a commutator, the brushes of which deliver...
How many days does someone in the United Kingdom have to wait to watch American Idol after its original broadcast? ?
<answer> one <context> In Latin America, the show is broadcast and subtitled by Sony Entertainment Television. In southeast Asia, it is broadcast by STAR World every Thursday and Friday nine or ten hours after. In Philippines, it is aired every Thursday and Friday nine or ten hours after its United States telecast; fro...
what county is mt baker wa in?
<answer> King County <context> Welcome to the Mount Baker google satellite map! This place is situated in King County, Washington, United States, its geographical coordinates are 47° 34' 43 North, 122° 17' 18. West and its original name (with diacritics) is Mount Baker. See Mount Baker photos and images from satellite ...
who is the founder of walmart?
<answer> Sam Walton and Bud Walton are the founder of walmart. <context> The company was founded by Sam Walton in 1962, incorporated on October 31, 1969, and publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange in 1972. 1 Sam Walton, with his brother Bud Walton, founded Wal-Mart, the chain of discount variety stores that in...
In what district can historic ship exhibits be found?
<answer> Columbia district downtown <context> Many popular museums, such as the San Diego Museum of Art, the San Diego Natural History Museum, the San Diego Museum of Man, the Museum of Photographic Arts, and the San Diego Air & Space Museum are located in Balboa Park, which is also the location of the San Diego Zoo. T...
How many scheduled languages are there in present-day India?
<answer> 22 <context> Sanskrit (/ˈsænskrɪt/; Sanskrit: saṃskṛtam [səmskr̩t̪əm] or saṃskṛta, originally saṃskṛtā vāk, "refined speech") is the primary sacred language of Hinduism, a philosophical language in Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism, and a literary language that was in use as a lingua franca in Greater In...
What is the process during brewing in which sugar is metabolized into alcohol?
<answer> fermentation <context> The alcohol in beer comes primarily from the metabolism of sugars that are produced during fermentation. The quantity of fermentable sugars in the wort and the variety of yeast used to ferment the wort are the primary factors that determine the amount of alcohol in the final beer. Additi...
how many parts in a shot?
<answer> One part in a shot is however much you make it. <context> · just now. 1 A shot is a typical Shotglass filled and mixed into a drink. 2 A 'shot' is an actual measurement, shot glass of vodka. 3 When a recipe calls for a part, it means any size, as long as you are consistent. 4 1 shot = 1 ounce. 5 a shot is...
what holds up the hood of a car?
<answer> Hood prop is the rod that folds out and holds up the hood of a car. <context> If you mean the rod that folds out and holds up the hood it's called the hood prop . The one's that stay up on their own is provided by the hood hinge springs. Source(s): Autoworker with 31 yrs and a car nut with friends who are the ...
where is dade county georgia?
<answer> Dade County, Georgia, a little slice of sheer beauty and Southern Hospitality in Northwest Georgia. <context> dade county, georgia, u.s.a. Welcome to Dade County, Georgia, a little slice of sheer beauty and Southern Hospitality in Northwest Georgia. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Dade C...
A more current, 20th century center for London's literary set is located where?
<answer> Bloomsbury <context> London has been the setting for many works of literature. The literary centres of London have traditionally been hilly Hampstead and (since the early 20th century) Bloomsbury. Writers closely associated with the city are the diarist Samuel Pepys, noted for his eyewitness account of the Gre...
Which charity started Kids Cafe?
<answer> Feeding America <context> In the United States, many low income parents cannot afford to buy enough food for their children. A program called Kids Cafe is helping some of these children by providing free nutritious snacks and meals during after-school programs. At a community center in Virginia just outside ...
Where did an ambulance take Gaddafi after he was murdered?
<answer> Misrata <context> A Misratan militia took Gaddafi prisoner, beating him, causing serious injuries; the events were filmed on a mobile phone. A video appears to picture Gaddafi being poked or stabbed in the rear end "with some kind of stick or knife" or possibly a bayonet. Pulled onto the front of a pick-up tru...
Did the dad of the man say that ISIS should be annihilated?
<answer> Said the pilot's father: "I demand that this criminal organization (ISIS) ... should be annihilated." <context> (CNN)The family of a Jordanian fighter pilot mercilessly killed by ISIS is calling for total revenge. Lt. Moath al-Kasasbeh, 27, was burned alive while confined in a cage. In response, Jordan ex...
Who are the gobblers?
<answer> his favorite team <context> Once there was a turkey named Tim, who enjoyed playing house, playing football and riding his bicycle all the time. His favorite food would be corn, which he enjoys licking when it is still on the cob. But his parents spank him to try to get him to stop doing that, as he often burns...
what is systemic racism? why does it exist?
<answer> Systemic racism is the basis of individual and institutional racism, it is the value system that is embedded in a society that supports and allows discrimination. <context> Systemic racism is the basis of individual and institutional racism; it is the value system that is embedded in a society that supports an...
Who did Victoria recall to office following her disappointment with Derby in June of 1859? ?
<answer> Palmerston <context> On 14 January 1858, an Italian refugee from Britain called Orsini attempted to assassinate Napoleon III with a bomb made in England. The ensuing diplomatic crisis destabilised the government, and Palmerston resigned. Derby was reinstated as prime minister. Victoria and Albert attended the ...
Installing keyloggers and making operating system modifications are examples of ways unauthorized users for what?
<answer> compromise security <context> An unauthorized user gaining physical access to a computer is most likely able to directly download data from it. They may also compromise security by making operating system modifications, installing software worms, keyloggers, or covert listening devices. Even when the system is...
About how many minutes does Saskatoon, Saskatchewan stay ahead of mean solar time?
<answer> 67 <context> Xinjiang, China; Argentina; Chile; Iceland; Russia and other areas skew time zones westward, in effect observing DST year-round without complications from clock shifts. For example, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, is at 106°39′ W longitude, slightly west of center of the idealized Mountain Time Zone (105...
Who is the executive producer of Precious?
<answer> Perry is an executive producer of the movie, which tells the tale of Claireece "Precious" Jones <context> ATLANTA, Georgia (CNN) -- Tyler Perry has, for the first time, revealed graphic details about the sexual, physical and emotional abuse he says he suffered as a child. "I'm tired of holding this in," Tyle...
In what movie did he play Moses?
<answer> He played Moses in the "Ten Commandments." <context> LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) -- Actor Charlton Heston died at his Beverly Hills home at the age of 84 Saturday, his family said. Heston was suffering the late stages of Alzheimer's disease. Heston, known for portrayals of larger than life figure inclu...
How many albums has Beyonce as a solo artist sold in the U.S?
<answer> 15 million <context> Beyoncé has received numerous awards. As a solo artist she has sold over 15 million albums in the US, and over 118 million records worldwide (a further 60 million additionally with Destiny's Child), making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. The Recording Industry Associ...
How many people live there?
<answer> Chicagoland, has nearly 10 million people <context> Chicago ( or ), officially the City of Chicago, is the third-most populous city in the United States. With over 2.7 million residents, it is also the most populous city in both the state of Illinois and the Midwestern United States. It is the county seat of C...
where were they going?
<answer> North Yakima <context> CHAPTER XXII ACROSS THE ROOF OF THE WORLD Claire dressed Dlorus, cooked a dinner of beet greens, potatoes, and trout; and by bullying and great sweetness kept Dlorus from too many trips to the gin bottle. Milt caught the trout, cut wood, locked in a log shed Pinky's forlorn mining-to...
when is the deadline?
<answer> Friday <context> (CNN)His voice, his posture and his threats are menacingly familiar. The black-clad ISIS militant shown in a video demanding a $200 million ransom to spare the lives of two Japanese citizens looks and sounds similar to the man who has appeared in at least five previous hostage videos. The ...
what factors influence change in salinity by depth?
<answer> Rainfall,evaporation,inflow of river water,wind, and melting of glaciers. <context> Salinity refers to the dissolved salt content of a body of water. Marine salinity levels are influenced by a number of factors including rainfall, evaporation, inflow of river water, wind, and melting of glaciers. Salinity can ...
In what year was the Royal Society of London given a royal charter?
<answer> 1662 <context> In England, the Royal Society of London also played a significant role in the public sphere and the spread of Enlightenment ideas. It was founded by a group of independent scientists and given a royal charter in 1662. The Society played a large role in spreading Robert Boyle's experimental philo...
who plays storm in days of future past?
<answer> Halle Berry <context> Halle Berry plays Storm in the superhero film franchise Getty Images. Halle Berry’s role in the forthcoming X-Men film has been cut down to just one scene, according to reports.
Before the advent of talking pictures, what was the name of the first movie in Myanmar and when was it 's debut?
<answer> first Burmese silent film Myitta Ne Thuya (Love and Liquor) in 1920 <context> Myanmar's first film was a documentary of the funeral of Tun Shein — a leading politician of the 1910s, who campaigned for Burmese independence in London. The first Burmese silent film Myitta Ne Thuya (Love and Liquor) in 1920 which ...
What is the average cost to build a garage?
<answer> $17,000 to $23,000 <context> If you are in an area with higher-than-average cost of living you can use $50 to $55. If there are complications or you prefer top quality materials and components the price can go up.So, generally speaking, a 24 ft.sq., two car, basic garage will cost in the range of $17,000 to $2...
How do he and Tom differ?
<answer> "Because you look so wonderfully like my son Bud--an' you talk like him, too. But Bud's skin is a bit darker nor yours." <context> CHAPTER XXIV TOM CARRIES A LETTER After that it was a comparatively easy matter to get the old man to talk, and he told James Monday and the boys practically all he knew about...
As of July 17, 2008 what did parents complain of not receiving?
<answer> any reports <context> On May 29, 2008, government officials began inspecting the ruins of thousands of schools that collapsed, searching for clues about why they crumbled. Thousands of parents around the province have accused local officials and builders of cutting corners in school construction, citing that a...
how many oz is a pint of sour cream?
<answer> 16 oz <context> 16 ounces of sour cream in US measure. In US measure, 1 pint = 2 cups And 1 cup = 0.5 pint. There are 16 US fluid ounces, 2 cups in 1 US pint (473.2 ml). Although there ar…e 20 Imperial fluid ounces in 1 Imperial pint (568.3 ml), the Imperial system does not have cups, so it is best to use half...
Is the situation okay now?
<answer> said on state television that the generals were received by Ouattara and given orders to take measures to restore order in the countr <context> Abidjan, Ivory Coast (CNN) -- The European Union announced a recovery package of 180 million euros for the Ivory Coast on Tuesday as residents of the African nation at...
when was the ada act enacted?
<answer> The ADA act was enacted in 1990. <context> However, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 did not protect people with disabilities. Discrimination against people with disabilities would not be addressed until 1973 when Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 became law and later still in 1990 when the ADA was pas...
how is energy released from atp?
<answer> When the bond between the 2nd and 3rd phosphate group is broken forming (ADP)adenosine diphosphate. <context> ATP releases energy when the bond between the 2nd and 3rd phosphate group is broken forming (ADP)adenosine diphosphate. :0D Not really. Breaking a bond doesn't release ener … gy; rather, it requires en...
When did England and the Netherlands make peace?
<answer> 1688 <context> Peace between England and the Netherlands in 1688 meant that the two countries entered the Nine Years' War as allies, but the conflict—waged in Europe and overseas between France, Spain and the Anglo-Dutch alliance—left the English a stronger colonial power than the Dutch, who were forced to dev...
Run by the same person?
<answer> Stephen Colbert's <context> (RollingStone.com) -- Jon Stewart says that his Rally to Restore Sanity -- and Stephen Colbert's sister event, March to Keep Fear Alive -- are not meant to counter Glenn Beck's Restoring Honor event of last August. "The march is like everything that we do, just a construct ... to...
What did youtube do on March 31 2010? ?
<answer> launched a new design <context> On March 31, 2010, the YouTube website launched a new design, with the aim of simplifying the interface and increasing the time users spend on the site. Google product manager Shiva Rajaraman commented: "We really felt like we needed to step back and remove the clutter." In May ...
What religion holds the majority in the Bible Belt?
<answer> Baptists <context> While the Baptists in total (counting both blacks and whites) have maintained the majority in this part of the country (known as the Bible Belt), the population in North Carolina practices a wide variety of faiths, including Judaism, Islam, Baha'i, Buddhism, and Hinduism. As of 2010 the Sout...
How do you formulate month in excel?
<answer> = MONTH(TODAY()) or =MONTH(NOW()). <context> The MONTH function in Excel returns an integer from 1 to 12, representing January to December. For example, type the formula = MONTH(TODAY()) or =MONTH(NOW()) without the quotation marks in a cell to display the current month number. Excel dates are stored as intege...
When did Travel + Leisure list Yale as one of the most beautiful campuses?
<answer> 2011 <context> Yale is noted for its largely Collegiate Gothic campus as well as for several iconic modern buildings commonly discussed in architectural history survey courses: Louis Kahn's Yale Art Gallery and Center for British Art, Eero Saarinen's Ingalls Rink and Ezra Stiles and Morse Colleges, and Paul Ru...
Where do they do all their accounting at?
<answer> corporate offices are in New York City <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 Driv...
For what purpose did detractors use the idea of Mary's virginity and the virgin conception of Jesus?
<answer> to challenge the divinity of Jesus <context> From the early stages of Christianity, belief in the virginity of Mary and the virgin conception of Jesus, as stated in the gospels, holy and supernatural, was used by detractors, both political and religious, as a topic for discussions, debates and writings, specif...
What is the most well known temple in Tokyo?
<answer> The most famous one is Meiji Jingu. <context> Although Tokyo is one of the most expensive cities in the world , you will be surprised that there are still some free activities in Tokyo. Free temples ( ) There are many temples in Tokyo.The most famous one is Meiji Jingu.This is the most important temple in Toky...
When were DBMSs first used commercially?
<answer> mid-1960s <context> As computers grew in speed and capability, a number of general-purpose database systems emerged; by the mid-1960s a number of such systems had come into commercial use. Interest in a standard began to grow, and Charles Bachman, author of one such product, the Integrated Data Store (IDS), fo...
Where can visitors have lunch?
<answer> At Artisan Gallery & Creamery Cafe. <context> Attractions in Wisconsin Wisconsin Historical Museum 30 N. Carroll Street on Madison's Capital Square Discover Wisconsin's history and culture on four floors of exhibits. Open for public program. Admission is free. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00am--4:00 pm. (6...
what does mens rea mean?
<answer> Mens rea means a guilty mind in Latin. <context> What is mens rea? The key to understanding the reasoning behind most criminal statutes is to first understand what the term mens rea means. In Latin, it means “a guilty mind,” and the criminal concept behind it is that, in order to be convicted of a crime, a sus...
What is the definition debase?
<answer> Debase is to reduce the quality or value of something. <context> debase meaning, definition, what is debase: to reduce the quality or value of something: . Learn more.
does it cost more for a high mileage oil change?
<answer> yes <context> Costs. High mileage motor oil is considerably more costly than regular oil, but the benefits to your engine can be worth it. It is always a matter of personal choice as to whether you decide to continue using high mileage oil.
For what events was the torch relay decided to not be held?
<answer> Paralympic Games <context> In June 2008, the Beijing Games' Organizing Committee announced that the planned international torch relay for the Paralympic Games had been cancelled. The Committee stated that the relay was being cancelled to enable the Chinese government to "focus on the rescue and relief work" fo...
Of the Southeast Asian countries, which one's key economic development is based on Tourism?
<answer> Cambodia <context> Tourism has been a key factor in economic development for many Southeast Asian countries, especially Cambodia. According to UNESCO, "tourism, if correctly conceived, can be a tremendous development tool and an effective means of preserving the cultural diversity of our planet." Since the ear...
If cops act too aggressively, can that be called corruption?
<answer> general police brutality, is also considered political corruption. <context> Political corruption is the use of powers by government officials for illegitimate private gain. An illegal act by an officeholder constitutes political corruption only if the act is directly related to their official duties, is done...
What does endive mean?
<answer> Endive is defined as a type of a plant with bitter-tasting leaves that are eaten in salads, and roots that can be cooked and used instead of coffee. <context> Definition of 'endive'. endive. Endive is a type of a plant with bitter-tasting leaves that are eaten in salads, and roots that can be cooked and used i...
what county is santaquin?
<answer> Santaquin is located in the southernmost part of Utah County. <context> Santaquin is located in the southernmost part of Utah County, approximately seventy miles south of Salt Lake City. It is a picturesque and beautiful community with a view of Utah Lake to the north and peaks of the Wasatch Range surrounding...
When was it published?
<answer> appeared in November 1899 <context> Psychoanalysis is a set of theories and therapeutic techniques related to the study of the unconscious mind, which together form a method of treatment for mental-health disorders. The discipline was established in the early 1890s by Austrian neurologist Sigmund Freud and ste...
Name one of the main characters in the Iliad?
<answer> King Agamemnon <context> Homer ( , "Hómēros") is the name ascribed by the ancient Greeks to the legendary author of the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey", two epic poems which are the central works of ancient Greek literature. The "Iliad" is set during the Trojan War, the ten-year siege of the city of Troy by a coalit...
Along with smooth soul and quiet storm, what genre influenced adult contemporary R&B?
<answer> Philly soul <context> Adult contemporary R&B may be played on both soft AC stations and urban AC. It is a form of neo soul R&B that places emphasis on songcraft and sophistication. As the use of drum machines, synthesizers, and sequencers dominates R&B-rooted music, adult contemporary R&B tends to take most of...
Where was the Six Nations Reserve located?
<answer> Onondaga <context> At the homestead, Bell set up his own workshop in the converted carriage house near to what he called his "dreaming place", a large hollow nestled in trees at the back of the property above the river. Despite his frail condition upon arriving in Canada, Bell found the climate and environs to...
how long does gravy last?
<answer> Gravy can be stored safely in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. If not used within that time, you can freeze it 4 to 6 months. <context> Gravy can be stored safely in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. If not used within that time, you can freeze it 4 to 6 months.
How many in the whole state?
<answer> Nine of the ten Fortune 500 companies based in Missouri are located within the St. Louis metropolitan area. <context> St. Louis () is an independent city and major U.S. port in the state of Missouri, built along the western bank of the Mississippi River, on the border with Illinois. The city had an estimated ...
Did any others arrive with her?
<answer> Presently came Monna Valentina, followed by her ladies, her pages, and lastly, Peppe, <context> CHAPTER XXIV. THE INTERRUPTED MASS The morning of that Wednesday of Corpus Christi, fateful to all concerned in this chronicle, dawned misty and grey, and the air was chilled by the wind that blew from the sea. Th...
who invented the fire extinguisher first?
<answer> The modern fire extinguisher was invented by British Captain George William Manby. <context> This device was probably used to a limited extent, as Bradley's Weekly Messenger for November 7, 1729, refers to its efficiency in stopping a fire in London. The modern fire extinguisher was invented by British Captain...