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From which period did the first known amniotes arise from? | <answer> Carboniferous <context> The first amniotes apparently arose in the Late Carboniferous. They descended from earlier reptiliomorph amphibious tetrapods, which lived on land that was already inhabited by insects and other invertebrates as well as by ferns, mosses and other plants. Within a few million years, two ... |
The placement of deciduous trees on the Equator facing side of a building can have a negative effect on solar availability in which season? | <answer> winter <context> Deciduous trees and plants have been promoted as a means of controlling solar heating and cooling. When planted on the southern side of a building in the northern hemisphere or the northern side in the southern hemisphere, their leaves provide shade during the summer, while the bare limbs allo... |
who murdered stella salmon in santa rosa county fl? | <answer> Arthur Dennis Rutherford murdered Stella Salmon in Santa Rosa County, Florida. <context> Arthur Dennis Rutherford, a white man, faces execution for the August 1985 death of Stella Salamon, 63, in Santa Rosa County, Florida. Rutherford is said to have planned to force Salamon to write him a check and then to ki... |
Who died behind the wheel? | <answer> Jim Clark <context> LONDON, England (CNN) -- Who's the greatest driver of all-time? Michael Schumacher? Maybe Alain Prost? Ayrton Senna perhaps? In an exclusive interview with CNN, three-time Formula One world champion, Jackie Stewart had no hesitation in naming his choice for the greatest driver of all-time... |
In what decade did the first Masonic lodges appear on the Continent? | <answer> 1730s <context> Masonic lodges created a private model for public affairs. They "reconstituted the polity and established a constitutional form of self-government, complete with constitutions and laws, elections and representatives." In other words, the micro-society set up within the lodges constituted a norm... |
How did the 527 groups come up with their title? | <answer> Named for a section of the Internal Revenue Code <context> The 2004 election was the first to be affected by the campaign finance reforms mandated by the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act of 2002 (also known as the McCain–Feingold Bill for its sponsors in the United States Senate). Because of the Act's restrictio... |
Who is being investigated? | <answer> Secret Service <context> Washington (CNN) -- A Senate committee will expand its probe into the U.S. Secret Service this week following a scandal involving prostitutes in Colombia in advance of a recent trip by the president.
The Homeland Security Committee will send the Secret Service "some questions this we... |
According to the passage, which is TRUE about the bears suffering loss of fur? | <answer> Bears losing fur were first found over 10 years ago. <context> Alaska polar bears are losing their fur and U.S. Geological Survey scientists don't know why.
In the past two weeks, nine of 33 bears checked by scientists in the southern Beaufort Sea region near Barrow were found to have alopecia -- loss of fur, ... |
what county is city of sunnyvale ca in? | <answer> Sunnyvale is a city located in Santa Clara County in California. <context> Where is Sunnyvale, California? Sunnyvale is a city located in Santa Clara County in California. It has the official name of the City of Sunnyvale. Sunnyvale is home to several major tech companies, that’s why it is included as part of ... |
Did it give wrong feeling to the customers? | <answer> so that customers on every level feel the need to buy the newest version. <context> Why are we addicted to upgrades? According to Donald Norman, American author of the book The Design of Everyday Things, "planned obsolescence" is the trick behind the upgrading culture of today's consumer electronics industry.... |
Why had he not been playing? | <answer> Adam Johnson, making his first start since injuring his ankle in January <context> (CNN) -- Manchester City thrashed Sunderland 5-0 to keep alive their slim English Premier League title hopes and to cement their position in the top four Champions League places.
England international Adam Johnson, making his ... |
How many different colored cars did he pass? | <answer> a green car, <context> Jim wanted to make a fun meal one day. After thinking about it for a long time, he chose to make a chicken dish. Jim made a trip to the store to collect all of the different things he would need to make this meal. He drove his blue truck to the store. On the way he passed a green car, a ... |
Which of the statement is true according to the passage? | <answer> The train's speed is about 16 miles per hour when it entered the station. <context> Item 1: JK Rowling, the Harry Potter author, has signed a publishing deal with Little Brown, to release her first ever novel for adults. The deal means that Rowling's long-standing relationship with Bloomsbury, the London-base... |
Were there any offensive speeches given? | <answer> Of all the speeches at the Democratic convention in Charlotte, North Carolina, few offended conservative listeners more than the speech by Sandra Fluke. <context> Of all the speeches at the Democratic convention in Charlotte, North Carolina, few offended conservative listeners more than the speech by Sandra F... |
How many Catholic churches were in the Boston area in 2010? | <answer> 339 <context> As of 2010 the Catholic Church had the highest number of adherents as a single denomination in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro area, with more than two million members and 339 churches, followed by the Episcopal Church with 58,000 adherents in 160 churches. The United Church of Christ had 55,00... |
What type of weapon is the Polybolos? | <answer> ballista <context> Hellenistic military equipment was generally characterized by an increase in size. Hellenistic-era warships grew from the trireme to include more banks of oars and larger numbers of rowers and soldiers as in the Quadrireme and Quinquereme. The Ptolemaic Tessarakonteres was the largest ship c... |
what is sap si? | <answer> SAP stands for Systems, Applications and Products in data processing. <context> SAP is an ERP software, SAP stands for Systems, Applications and Products in data processing. ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning. SAP system mainly includes of a number of fully integrated modules, which virtually covers a... |
Did the rapid rise of motor vehicle ownership and highway developments lead to an increasing or declining inner city population? | <answer> declining <context> To counter the trend towards low-density suburban residential growth, the government began a series of controversial public housing projects in the inner city by the Housing Commission of Victoria, which resulted in demolition of many neighbourhoods and a proliferation of high-rise towers. ... |
Why did she go? | <answer> Having gone to the kitchen to fill the bottle with milk, which she had set to warm, Miriam <context> CHAPTER XI
TWO GIRLS AND A CALF
Having gone to the kitchen to fill the bottle with milk, which she had set to warm, Miriam accompanied her guest to the barn. As she walked by the side of Dora, with the bott... |
how many times do you need eye drops a day? | <answer> The infected eye three times a day for two days, then two times a day for five more days. <context> The standard dosage of ciprofloxacin ophthalmic eye ointment to treat bacterial conjunctivitis is a ½-inch ribbon applied to the infected eye three times a day for two days, then two times a day for five more da... |
Who became the President of the Republic of China? | <answer> General Yuan Shikai <context> Losing the First Sino-Japanese War of 1894–1895 was a watershed. Japan, a country long regarded by the Chinese as little more than an upstart nation of pirates, annihilated the Qing government's modernized Beiyang Fleet, then deemed to be the strongest naval force in Asia. The Jap... |
Is getting rid of poverty a reality? | <answer> Ridding the world of poverty is, of course, a fantasy. Jesus knew this: "You will always have the poor among you," he said (Matthew 26:11). He also said, "God blesses you who are poor, for the kingdom of God is yours." (Luke 6:20). Only a few verses before this moment in Luke, he cries (echoing the Old Testame... |
How he is related to her? | <answer> who starred with Houston <context> (CNN) -- The list of those on the program for superstar pop singer Whitney Houston's funeral covers the spectrum of the entertainment world.
Actor Kevin Costner, who starred with Houston in the 1992 hit movie "The Bodyguard," will speak at the service on Saturday, according... |
of which country? | <answer> Brazil's <context> (CNN) -- Brazil's highest court said Wednesday it does not have jurisdiction over who should have custody of a U.S.-born 9-year-old boy -- his Brazilian stepfather or his father in the United States.
David Goldman is seeking custody of his son, Sean, who is living with relatives of his dec... |
in medical terms what is gi testing? | <answer> GI means gastrointestinal test. <context> An upper gastrointestinal (GI) series (barium swallow), is a radiological test that is used to visualize the structures of the upper digestive system - the esophagus, stomach and duodenum. (If visualization of the remaining parts of the small intestine is necessary, a ... |
Which is right according to ( ) the passage? | <answer> He will start a new life. <context> I love music. I learned to play the guitar at 11 and I wrote my first song four years later. My dream -----to become a country singer.
After years of hard work, a record company was showing interest in me. One day during a trip to mountains, a friend gave me a bit of meth, a... |
How many kids did they have? | <answer> 12-year-old daugher, one of three children from a 31-year marriage. <context> (CNN) -- In the end, it was Scotty who got beamed up.
The ashes of late actor James Doohan, who played chief engineer Montgomery Scott in the original "Star Trek" television series and a series of subsequent films, were on the Spac... |
can it veto things? | <answer> Abu Dhabi and Dubai are the only two emirates to have veto power over critical matters of national importance in the country's Federal Supreme Council. <context> Dubai is the largest and most populous city in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is located on the southeast coast of the Persian Gulf and is the ca... |
Was it night time? | <answer> enjoying their evening bath <context> CHAPTER VI--THE MERRY ORCHARD
Where was Harold?
Still the evening went on, and he did not come. Alfred had worn himself out with his fit of crying, and lay quite still, either asleep, or looking so like it, that when Betsey had finished her tea, and again began asking ... |
When did Cook's ships cross the Antarctic circle? | <answer> 17 January 1773 <context> European maps continued to show this hypothesized land until Captain James Cook's ships, HMS Resolution and Adventure, crossed the Antarctic Circle on 17 January 1773, in December 1773 and again in January 1774. Cook came within about 120 km (75 mi) of the Antarctic coast before retre... |
Where have they been eating? | <answer> their rooms <context> CHAPTER NINETEEN.
MOUNTAINEERING IN GENERAL.
A week passed away, during which Nita was confined to bed, and the Count waited on her with the most tender solicitude. As their meals were sent to their rooms, it was not necessary for the latter to appear in the _salle-a-manger_ or the _s... |
What firm filed the largest bankruptcy in U.S. history? | <answer> Lehman Brothers <context> Initially the companies affected were those directly involved in home construction and mortgage lending such as Northern Rock and Countrywide Financial, as they could no longer obtain financing through the credit markets. Over 100 mortgage lenders went bankrupt during 2007 and 2008. C... |
What year did Dahabhiil acquire the majority of Somtal network? | <answer> 2008 <context> In 2008, Dahabshiil Group acquired a majority stake in Somtel Network, a Hargeisa-based telecommunications firm specialising in high speed broadband, mobile internet, LTE services, mobile money transfer and mobile phone services. The acquisition provided Dahabshiil with the necessary platform fo... |
Has the number of entrants stayed the same? ? | <answer> The number of entrants has increased greatly in recent years <context> The number of entrants has increased greatly in recent years. In the 2004–05 season, 660 clubs entered the competition, beating the long-standing record of 656 from the 1921–22 season. In 2005–06 this increased to 674 entrants, in 2006–07 t... |
what do some consider the most destructive war in modern history? | <answer> the most destructive war in modern history may have been the Paraguayan War <context> War is a state of armed conflict between societies. It is generally characterized by extreme aggression, destruction, and mortality, using regular or irregular military forces. An absence of war is usually called "peace". War... |
Where did the secretary serve? | <answer> Francesco Troche had been Alexander's confidential chamberlain and secretary; he had been a diligent servant of the House of Borgia <context> CHAPTER I. THE DEATH OF ALEXANDER VI
Unfortunate Naples was a battle-field once more. France and Spain were engaged there in a war whose details belong elsewhere.
To... |
Would she help with spelling? | <answer> She would sit down with Timmy in the kitchen and help him with his spelling every night. <context> Timmy had the best grandmother ever. She was very nice because she would always help Timmy when he needed help with his homework. She would sit down with Timmy in the kitchen and help him with his spelling every ... |
When was he born? | <answer> ctober 18th, 1926, in St. Louis, <context> Chuck Berry, the man often called the "father of rock and roll" is still performing at 85. Another music great, Smokey Robinson, has described Chuck Berry as "the inspiration for all of today's rock 'n' roll guitarists." And, Anthony Kiedis calls him "a musical scien... |
what is capital of zimbabwe? | <answer> Harare <context> The Capital City of Zimbabwe (officially named Republic of Zimbabwe) is the city of Harare (formerly known as Salisbury). The population of Harare in the year 2008 was 13,349,000. |
what is computer system designs? | <answer> It is predicted to grow rapidly, according to the BLS. <context> Career Outlook. The field of computer system design is predicted to grow rapidly, according to the BLS. The BLS projects that the employment of computer systems analysts could grow by 21% between 2014 and 2024. Consultants may continue to work in... |
In contrast to its agreement to settle the 1996 lawsuits, Shell refused to do what? | <answer> accepted any liability over the allegations against it <context> In the beginning of 1996, several human rights groups brought cases to hold Shell accountable for alleged human rights violations in Nigeria, including summary execution, crimes against humanity, torture, inhumane treatment and arbitrary arrest a... |
where is timbuctoo? | <answer> It is in Yuba County, California. <context> Timbuctoo, California. For other uses, see Timbuctoo (disambiguation). Coordinates: 39°13′01″N 121°19′07″W / 39.21694°N 121.31861°W / 39.21694; -121.31861. Timbuctoo is an unincorporated community in Yuba County, California. It lies northwest of Smartsville, at an el... |
How many commanderies were in the western third of the empire? | <answer> thirteen <context> At the beginning of the Western Han dynasty, thirteen centrally controlled commanderies—including the capital region—existed in the western third of the empire, while the eastern two-thirds were divided into ten semi-autonomous kingdoms. To placate his prominent commanders from the war with ... |
Did the rich man respond immediately? | <answer> Castell made no answer, but waited <context> CHAPTER VIII
D'AGUILAR SPEAKS
"Losses?" said d'Aguilar. "Do I hear the wealthy John Castell, who holds half the trade with Spain in the hollow of his hand, talk of losses?"
"Yes, Señor, you do. Things have gone ill with this ship of mine that has barely lived ... |
can children have medical marijuana? | <answer> Yes, children have medical marijuana <context> For the children with epilepsy who use medical marijuana, the strains often have an increase in cannabidiol, an ingredient that helps to treat the seizures. These strains are also non-psychoactive and low in THC, which is the part of marijuana that creates the “hi... |
what's his reasoning for that? | <answer> so that they grow big and strong like he is <context> Billy and Sally are brother and sister. Billy is seven and Sally is eight. Their mother, Deborah, likes to have Billy and Sally dress up in costumes and play a game where they are answering the telephone. Usually when they play the game, Billy answers the t... |
Which writer's festival is home to Melbourne? | <answer> Melbourne Writers Festival <context> Melbourne's rich and diverse literary history was recognised in 2008 when it became the second UNESCO City of Literature. The State Library of Victoria is one of Australia's oldest cultural institutions and one of many public and university libraries across the city. Melbou... |
Which one of the following is the best title for this passage? | <answer> Successful Weightloss Plans <context> Doctors say obesity,also known as severe overweight,is a complex condition.A doctor may advise medical interventions in addition to changes in behavior.But experts say the more successful weightloss plans include a wellbalanced diet and exercise.
People who want to avoid ... |
Which day means the end of the Spring Festival? | <answer> the Lantern Festival <context> In a new picture book, a 66-year-old Beijinger recaptures the capital's Lunar New Year traditions for children.
In the Chinese lunar calendar, the 23rd day of the 12th lunar month, which falls on Feb 11 this year, is the "Little Chinese New Year". Traditionally, people will set o... |
Which judge is a country music singer? | <answer> Keith Urban <context> American Idol employs a panel of judges who critique the contestants' performances. The original judges were record producer and music manager Randy Jackson, pop singer and choreographer Paula Abdul and music executive and manager Simon Cowell. The judging panel for the most recent season... |
how much liquid should a human drink each day? | <answer> A human needed about 64 ounces of water per day. <context> The recommendation stated that a person should have 1 ml (about 1/5 of a teaspoon) of water for each calorie he or she consumes. The average diet at the time was approximately 1900 calories, meaning you needed about 64 ounces of water per day. Now the ... |
How many are there now? | <answer> . The ten provinces <context> The provinces and territories of Canada are the administrative divisions that are responsible for the delivery of sub-national governance within the geographical areas of Canada under the authority of the Canadian Constitution. In the 1867 Canadian Confederation, three provinces ... |
According to the 2010 Satellite Monitor market survey, how many European households were watching HD broadcasts? ? | <answer> 20 million <context> Despite delays in some countries, the number of European HD channels and viewers has risen steadily since the first HDTV broadcasts, with SES's annual Satellite Monitor market survey for 2010 reporting more than 200 commercial channels broadcasting in HD from Astra satellites, 185 million ... |
where are tigers found in the world? | <answer> Many South Eastern Asian countries including China, Bangladesh, Siberia, Indonesia and India. <context> Tigers are mainly found in many South Eastern Asian countries including China, Bangladesh, Siberia, and Indonesia, but the country where most are found is India. The most comm … on colour of tigers is pink, ... |
What country experienced conflict with the Jewish community after World War II? | <answer> Britain <context> After World War II, Britain found itself in intense conflict with the Jewish community over Jewish immigration limits, as well as continued conflict with the Arab community over limit levels. The Haganah joined Irgun and Lehi in an armed struggle against British rule. At the same time, hundre... |
When was it originated? | <answer> October 1918 <context> Czechoslovakia or Czecho-Slovakia (; Czech and , "Česko-Slovensko") was a sovereign state in Central Europe that existed from October 1918, when it declared its independence from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, until its peaceful dissolution into the Czech Republic and Slovakia on 1 January... |
Which ideals did they favor? | <answer> Liberal <context> The Liberal Party was a political party which, with the Conservative Party, was one of the two major parties in the United Kingdom in the 19th and early 20th century.
The party arose from an alliance of Whigs and free-trade Peelites and Radicals favourable to the ideals of the American and ... |
What many examples of arctic animals are given? | <answer> Arctic animals (ptarmigan, reindeer) <context> Circadian rhythms allow organisms to anticipate and prepare for precise and regular environmental changes. They thus enable organisms to best capitalize on environmental resources (e.g. light and food) compared to those that cannot predict such availability. It ha... |
What did licensing lead to regarding games? | <answer> higher quality <context> The NES was released after the "video game crash" of the early 1980s, whereupon many retailers and adults had regarded electronic games as being merely a passing fad, and many believed at first that the NES was another fad. Before the NES/Famicom, Nintendo was known as a moderately suc... |
what did the mayans create? | <answer> Mayans create a unique style of arts and architecture, astronomy, even a written language. <context> The Maya myth of creation. The Maya civilization flourished in South America at approximately 2000BC. They developed a unique style of arts and architecture, astronomy, even a written language. Though their wri... |
How much money could you save if you want to buy a travel book? | <answer> $l0. 20 <context> Name: Off the Beaten Path
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What might come of her? | <answer> should take physic <context> CHAPTER XIV
This day at least is friendship's--on the morrow Let strife come an she will. --OTWAY.
Deborah Debbitch, summoned by her master, now made her appearance, with her handkerchief at her eyes, and an appearance of great mental trouble. "It was not my fault, Major Bridge... |
Where were the young men? | <answer> boys standing with the luggage in the road <context> CHAPTER 7
Mr and Mrs Squeers at Home
Mr Squeers, being safely landed, left Nicholas and the boys standing with the luggage in the road, to amuse themselves by looking at the coach as it changed horses, while he ran into the tavern and went through the le... |
Who refused a German-Soviet peace plan? | <answer> Britain and France <context> When a joint German–Soviet peace initiative was rejected by Britain and France on 28 September 1939, Soviet foreign policy became critical of the Allies and more pro-German in turn. During the fifth session of the Supreme Soviet on 31 October 1939 Molotov analysed the international... |
How many recycled water plants will the capital city have in about 3 years? | <answer> 49 <context> The quality of water supply in southern Beijing has been improving in recent years, an official said.
In addition to improvements in the network of pipes, the government has been upgrading three recycled water plants in the south of the capital, said Zhao Lei, spokesman for the Beijing Municipal C... |
What does the passage mainly introduce? | <answer> A material that turns red before it breaks. <context> A huge cloud of dust rose and an overpass disappeared. This was the scene in Zhuzhou,Hunan Province on May 17.Nine people were killed and 16 injured.
Things were similar last year in the Sichuan earthquake. Thousands of people were buried in the ruins and l... |
how big do terriers biggest size? | <answer> The British terrier is weigh 20–30 kilograms (44–66 lb) and height is 58–61 centimetres (23–24 in). <context> The Airedale is the largest of the British terriers. They weigh 20–30 kilograms (44–66 lb) in fit condition and have a height at the withers of 58–61 centimetres (23–24 in) for males, with females slig... |
How is the weather in ellenville ny? | <answer> The highest monthly average temperature in Ellenville for July is 73 degrees, the lowest monthly average temperature for February is 27 degrees. <context> The highest monthly average temperature in Ellenville for July is 73 degrees. The lowest monthly average temperature in Ellenville for February is 27 degree... |
does is snow in haw? | <answer> Yes <context> Snow falls almost every winter in Hawaii, but only at the tallest summits of the islands' three tallest volcanoes: Mauna Loa (the Earth's largest volcano) and Mauna Kea, both on the Big Island, and Haleakala on Maui. lot of people have no idea that it snows in #Hawaii !I live on the slopes of #Ma... |
what is the temperature in progresso mexico in march? | <answer> The Average water temperature in Progreso in March is 24°C or 75°F. <context> Progreso, YUC, Mexico Weather Report · Interactive Map · Extended Forecast · Hourly Forecast · Past Observations · Historic Averages Monthly Averages & Records - °F | °C |
how common is the name alexis? | <answer> Alexis commonly used as a given name in its own right. It is now also sometimes used in France and Germany. <context> History and Origin. Alex is a common English name, usually a diminutive of the male given name Alexander, or its female equivalent Alexandra. The East European male name Alexey (Aleksei, Alexis... |
Rather than a TV series, What kind of series would the Digimon become? | <answer> 6-part theatrical film series <context> A new Digimon series was announced 30 months after the end of Digimon Fusion at a 15th anniversary concert and theater event for the franchise in August 2014. The series announced the return of the protagonists from the original Digimon Adventure series, most of them now... |
What can we learn from the passage? | <answer> Going too far is as bad as not going far enough. <context> There was once a lonely girl who longed so much for love.One day while she was walking in the woods she found two starving songbirds.She took them home and put them in a small cage,caring them with love.Luckily,the birds grew strong little by little.Ev... |
How many inches of snow does Detroit get on average? | <answer> 42.5 <context> Precipitation is moderate and somewhat evenly distributed throughout the year, although the warmer months such as May and June average more, averaging 33.5 inches (850 mm) annually, but historically ranging from 20.49 in (520 mm) in 1963 to 47.70 in (1,212 mm) in 2011. Snowfall, which typically ... |
WBAI's broadcasting Some of George Carlin's comedy eventually led to what? | <answer> Supreme Court case of FCC v. Pacifica Foundation <context> In cases where the criminalized behavior is pure speech, civil disobedience can consist simply of engaging in the forbidden speech. An example would be WBAI's broadcasting the track "Filthy Words" from a George Carlin comedy album, which eventually led... |
how many people live there? | <answer> NRW) is the most populous state of Germany, with a population of approximately 18 million <context> North Rhine-Westphalia (, , commonly shortened to NRW) is the most populous state of Germany, with a population of approximately 18 million, and the fourth largest by area. Its capital is Düsseldorf; the largest... |
What was Lightfoot? | <answer> Deer. <context> CHAPTER XXVII
SAMMY JAY WORRIES
It isn't often Sammy Jay worries about anybody but himself. Truth to tell, he doesn't worry about himself very often. You see, Sammy is smart, and he knows he is smart. Under that pointed cap of his are some of the cleverest wits in all the Green Forest. Samm... |
what did she put on after she made her decision? | <answer> After making her choice, she changed into her pajamas <context> Sally was looking through her closet for some clothes to wear to the school dance tomorrow night. She had a lot of clothes to look through, but she needed something perfect for the dance, since she would be seen by a lot of other people, and she w... |
Does the standard Malay have several official names/? | <answer> Standard Malay has various official names <context> Malay is a major language of the Austronesian family spoken in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. It is spoken by 290 million people across the Strait of Malacca, including the coasts of the Malay Peninsula of Malaysia and the eastern coast of Sumatra... |
When did Napoleon command his military expedition to Egypt? | <answer> 1798 <context> Napoleon was born in Corsica to a relatively modest family of noble Tuscan ancestry. Napoleon supported the French Revolution from the outset in 1789 while serving in the French army, and he tried to spread its ideals to Corsica but was banished from the island in 1793. Two years later, he saved... |
When is he due in court? | <answer> Monday <context> Oslo, Norway (CNN) -- The suspect in the bombing and mass shooting in Norway believed the terrorist attacks were "horrible," but "in his head (they) were necessary," a man who identified himself as the suspect's lawyer told Norwegian broadcaster TV2.
Geir Lippestad told TV2 late Saturday tha... |
Ibarra is thought to have been the first European to see the ruins of which city? | <answer> Paquime <context> In 1562 Francisco de Ibarra headed a personal expedition in search of the mythical cities of Cibola and Quivira; he traveled through the present-day state of Chihuahua. Francisco de Ibarra is thought to have been the first European to see the ruins of Paquime. In 1564 Rodrigo de Río de Loza, ... |
What is believed to be the derivative of these names? | <answer> pre-Dorian <context> Homer uses the terms Achaeans and Danaans (Δαναοί) as a generic term for Greeks in Iliad, and they were probably a part of the Mycenean civilization. The names Achaioi and Danaoi seem to be pre-Dorian belonging to the people who were overthrown. They were forced to the region that later bo... |
What was the name of the first song that Taylor Hicks released after winning American Idol? | <answer> Do I Make You Proud <context> On May 30, 2006, Taylor Hicks was named American Idol, with Katharine McPhee the runner-up. "Do I Make You Proud" was released as Hicks' first single and McPhee's was "My Destiny". |
did David talk while they played initially? | <answer> we played chess every Wednesday afternoon--in complete silence <context> One day, many years ago, when I was working as a psychologist in England, David was brought into my office. His face was pale and he looked at his own feet. David lost his father when he was two years old and lived with his mother and gr... |
Was it turning red? | <answer> A silence ensued, fraught with poignant fear for Helen, as she gazed into Bo's whitening face <context> CHAPTER IX
A silence ensued, fraught with poignant fear for Helen, as she gazed into Bo's whitening face. She read her sister's mind. Bo was remembering tales of lost people who never were found.
"Me an'... |
What is the meaning of lye? | <answer> In medical, lye is a strong alkaline liquor rich in potassium carbonate leached from wood ashes and used especially in making soap and washing. <context> medical Definition of lye 1: a strong alkaline liquor rich in potassium carbonate leached from wood ashes and used especially in making soap and washing; bro... |
Which one is true from the story? | <answer> The young man had to throw the trousers away at last. <context> A young man once went to town and bought himself a pair of trousers. When he got home, he went to his room and put them on. He found that they were about two inches too long. He went into the kitchen, and his mother and two sisters were doing some... |
What's the problem with Johnston, according to Lincoln? | <answer> He wasted time a lot. <context> Dec. 24, 1848
Dear Johnston,
Your request for eighty dollars, I do not think it best to satisfy now. At the various times when I have helped you a little, you have said to me, "We can get along very well again," but in a very short time I find you in the same difficulty again. N... |
Was Launcelot in the Tournament at Astolat? | <answer> How Sir Launcelot and Sir Lavaine Fought in the Tournament at Astolat <context> Chapter Fifth
_How Sir Gareth Fought with the Red Knight of the Red Lands and How it Fared with Him in that Battle. Also How His Dwarf was Stolen, and How His Name and Estate Became Known and Were Made Manifest_ 91
PART III
T... |
Liverpool had how many short tons dropped on it? | <answer> 200 <context> Loge continued during October. According to German sources, 9,000 short tons (8,200 t) of bombs were dropped in that month, of which about 10 percent of which was dropped in daylight. Over 6,000 short tons (5,400 t) was aimed at London during the night. Attacks on Birmingham and Coventry were sub... |
where is progreso mexico? | <answer> Progreso is a port city in the Mexican state of Yucatan, situated on the Gulf of Mexico. <context> Port Map. Progreso is a port city in the Mexican state of Yucatan, situated on the Gulf of Mexico in the north-west of the state 30 minutes north of state capital Merida (the largest city on Yucatan Peninsula) by... |
why do feet turn purple mayo clinic? | <answer> You feet turn purple mayo clinic because of blood not returning. <context> Why do my feet turn purple - Why do my feet turn purple when cold? Blood not returning. This is indicative, of the blood not wanting to go back to your heart. Your venous system is not working properly. You should be seen by vascular di... |
What nearby settlement built ships for the Royal Navy? | <answer> Devonport <context> Throughout the Industrial Revolution, Plymouth grew as a commercial shipping port, handling imports and passengers from the Americas, and exporting local minerals (tin, copper, lime, china clay and arsenic) while the neighbouring town of Devonport became a strategic Royal Naval shipbuilding... |
Where did they go next? | <answer> eaving the forest, which happened to be near the ocean <context> There once was an alligator named Albert (who wore an office shirt). He had two good friends - Lock the cat and Gary the hamster. Gary often rode around in Albert's shirt pocket, since it would be hard for him to keep up with Albert and Lock as t... |
Did you know when it was close? | <answer> You could hear it coming for blocks <context> The Board Meeting had come to an end. Bob started to stand up and knocked into the table, spilling his coffee over his notes. "How embarrassing! I am getting so clumsy in my old age."
Everyone had a good laugh, and soon we were all telling stories of our most emb... |
can I repair car stereo faceplate? | <answer> If the damage to the faceplate is minor,it can be repaired. <context> If the damage to the faceplate is minor, it can be repaired. However, if your car radio faceplate has significant damage, such as multiple sections of the frame broken off, you will have no other alternative but to replace it.owever, afterma... |
What does Gunlick remark that the German System of dual federalism requires strong Länder to have other than the capacity to implement legislation? | <answer> pay for it from own source revenues <context> A new delimitation of the federal territory keeps being debated in Germany, though "Some scholars note that there are significant differences among the American states and regional governments in other federations without serious calls for territorial changes ...",... |
Which one of the following is TURE according to the passage? | <answer> Many people working at WTC were delayed by traffic jams on Set. 11. <context> How many of us have heard that question, "Where was GOD when the World Trade Center and the Pentagon were attacked?" Well, I know where my GOD was the morning of September 11, 2001, and He was very busy!
He was trying to discourage... |
what is the county of florida? | <answer> Bay County is a county in the United States of Florida. <context> Bay County is a county in the U.S. state of Florida. As of the 2010 census, the population was 168,852 (Estimate of 183,974 as of July 1, 2016). Its county seat is Panama City. Bay County is included in the Panama City, Florida Metropolitan Stat... |
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