Who runs the Cousteau Society? President Francine Cousteau What is Calypso? Calypso is an Afro-Caribbean music genre that began in the nation of Trinidad and Tobago and spread throughout the West Indies. A close relative of West African kaiso, calypso music is an upbeat genre based on call-and-response singing and a syncopated 2/4 beat known […]
What is the difference between William and Williams?
What is the difference between William and Williams? Williams is a patronymic form of the name William that originated in medieval England, Wales, France, and Italy. The meaning is derived from son or descendant of William, the Northern French form that also gave the English name William. Is Ireland ruled by the Queen? The monarch […]
Who is the villain in crime and punishment?
Who is the villain in crime and punishment? Arkady Svidrigailov Is Raskolnikov a tragic hero? The character Rodion Romanovna Raskolnikov from Fyodor Dostoevsky’s novel, Crime and Punishment, is a classic example of a tragic hero. His life as a man of many redeeming qualities takes a turn for the worst as his desires to improve […]
What were the words of Mrs Sarojini Naidu When Gandhi broke the salt law?
What were the words of Mrs Sarojini Naidu When Gandhi broke the salt law? “Hail Deliverer” were the words of Mrs. Sarojini Naidu when Gandhi broke the salt law. Why was the salt tax unfair? It was pointed out that impoverished Indians had a tax burden several times greater than did the people of England. […]
What is affect vs mood?
What is affect vs mood? AFFECT AND MOOD Mood is the underlying feeling state. Affect is described by such terms as constricted, normal range, appropriate to context, flat, and shallow. Mood refers to the feeling tone and is described by such terms as anxious, depressed, dysphoric, euphoric, angry, and irritable. What is the meaning of […]
What is the most wooded state?
What is the most wooded state? Maine What percent of US is wilderness? 5 percent Do all states have federally declared wilderness? The National Park Service (NPS) has oversight of acres (68,578.9 sq mi; 177,619 km2) of wilderness at 61 locations. These are not governed by the Federal National Wilderness Preservation System. This table lists […]
What are common human mutations?
What are common human mutations? Many mutations have no effect at all. These are called silent mutations. But the mutations we hear about most often are the ones that cause disease. Some well-known inherited genetic disorders include cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, Tay-Sachs disease, phenylketonuria and color-blindness, among many others. Why is it called silent […]
Is the triquetra a Catholic symbol?
Is the triquetra a Catholic symbol? The symbol has been interpreted as representing the Christian Trinity, especially since the Celtic revival of the 19th century. Why do churches have three doors? The iconostasis represents Christian continuity from the veil of the Temple in Jerusalem which separated the people from the Holy of Holies that housed […]
Why is self-care so hard for me?
Why is self-care so hard for me? Self-care is difficult because (1) it requires effort, most of which I’d argue is mental and emotional; (2) it brings up feelings and not always good ones — often, feelings of shame or guilt: “I’m indulging and I don’t deserve this” or “I’m unworthy and selfish for putting […]
Is there pork in Turkey?
Is there pork in Turkey? What meat is eaten in Turkey? Mutton, beef, lamb, fish, and poultry are typically consumed in Turkey. Pork is rarely used. On the other hand, probably Turkish people consume more pork products than horse, rabbit, or camel meat products because these meats are not in our food culture as well. […]