What are the types of electoral systems? The electoral systems currently in use in representative democracies can be divided into two basic kinds: majoritarian systems and proportional representation systems (often referred to as PR). In majoritarian electoral systems, winning candidates are those having attracted the most votes in a given electoral district. What is the […]
What was Thomas Becket known for?
What was Thomas Becket known for? Thomas Becket (/ˈbɛkɪt/), also known as Saint Thomas of Canterbury, Thomas of London and later Thomas à Becket (21 December 1119 or 1120 – 29 December 1170), was Archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 until his murder in 1170. He is venerated as a saint and martyr by both the […]
Why is stress a pervasive part of human life?
Why is stress a pervasive part of human life? Stress is an unavoidable reality of life. But stress isn’t always a bad thing. It’s a natural, physical response that can trigger our fight-or-flight response. Stress can increase our awareness in difficult or dangerous situations, allowing us to act quickly in the moment. What are the […]
Why was Thomas Becket made a saint?
Why was Thomas Becket made a saint? On the 29 December 1170, four knights, believing the king wanted Becket out of the way, confronted and murdered Becket in Canterbury Cathedral. Becket was made a saint in 1173 and his shrine in Canterbury Cathedral became an important focus for pilgrimage. What does the death of Thomas […]
What was the goriest war?
What was the goriest war? The Battle of the Somme was one of the largest battles of World War I, and among the bloodiest in all of human history. A combination of a compact battlefield, destructive modern weaponry and several failures by British military leaders led to the unprecedented slaughter of wave after wave of […]
What kind of man was Thomas Becket?
What kind of man was Thomas Becket? Thomas Becket, a London merchant’s son, was a complex person – in his youth he was a normal ebullient young man, stormy and proud, selfish and arrogant, vain, and anxious to please, but in later life, became one of the most pious and devout Archbishops of the 12th […]
What is stress explain?
What is stress explain? Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous. Stress is your body’s reaction to a challenge or demand. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as when it helps you avoid danger or […]
What epidemic struck Europe during ww1?
What epidemic struck Europe during ww1? Influenza Pandemic What was the most common cause of death in ww1? Most of the casualties during WWI are due to war related famine and disease. Civilian deaths due to the Spanish flu have been excluded from these figures, whenever possible. Moreover, civilian deaths include the Armenian Genocide. What […]
What are four main causes of ww1?
What are four main causes of ww1? Introduction: The major causes of “The Great War” or WWI (1914-1918) consist of four long-term causes and one short-term cause. I use the acronym M.A.N.I.A to help my students remember the 5 major causes of WWI; they are Militarism, Alliances, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Assassination. What was the most […]
What were some consequences of World War 1?
What were some consequences of World War 1? The First World War destroyed empires, created numerous new nation-states, encouraged independence movements in Europe’s colonies, forced the United States to become a world power and led directly to Soviet communism and the rise of Hitler. What were 3 effects of WW1? WW1 caused the downfall of […]