Was Queen Isabella a humanist? Under Isabella, the Spanish Renaissance leaned toward the humanists* of northern Europe with their emphasis on Christian piety and good works. The queen, an important patron* of the arts, also preferred the art of the northern Renaissance. Who were humanists during the Renaissance? Some of the first Humanists were great […]
What beat Goodfellas for Best Picture?
What beat Goodfellas for Best Picture? Nevermind “Dances with Wolves” beating “Goodfellas,” because at least “Dances with Wolves” is a respectable western. Who keeps the Best Picture Oscar? Until 1950, the Best Picture award was given to the production company; from 1951 on, it has gone to the producer or producers. The Academy used the […]
How much would could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?
How much would could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood? New York state wildlife expert Richard Thomas found that a woodchuck could (and does) chuck around 35 cubic feet of dirt in the course of digging a burrow. Thomas reasoned that if a woodchuck could chuck wood, he would chuck an amount […]
What are these little bugs on my clothes?
What are these little bugs on my clothes? Adult clothes moths do not feed on clothing, but their larvae will eat tiny holes in your fabrics. Two kinds exist: case-making clothes moths and webbing clothes moths. The larvae of both types are cream colored, but case-making larvae create silk cases, which they feed from and […]
What does the name Lou mean?
What does the name Lou mean? famous warrior Is Mary Lou a first name? Mary Lou: Mary Lou is a female name. See also: Marylou, Mary Louise and Mary Louisa. Where does the name Mary Lou come from? Marylou means “sea of bitterness”, “drop of the sea”, “star of the sea”, “rebelliousness”, “exalted one” and […]
What are latkes made of?
What are latkes made of? – Latkes are made from shredded potatoes, eggs, onions and salt. Matzo meal, flour or breadcrumbs are often added to help bind the ingredients together. Herbs and spices are sometimes added for flavor. How do you make crispy potato latkes? The trick to latkes that stay crispy? Let them dry […]
Did Phil Lesh get a liver transplant?
Did Phil Lesh get a liver transplant? The Grateful Dead’s Phil Lesh is recovering from a liver transplant performed December 17 at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. Lesh had previously been counseled by fellow transplant recipient, veteran musician David Crosby. … Why did Phil Lesh need liver transplant? In 1998 Lesh underwent a liver […]
Is Whit Merrifield married?
Is Whit Merrifield married? Personal life. Merrifield is a Christian. Merrifield married his wife Jordan Michael on December 28, 2019. Merrifield’s father, Bill, played college baseball for Wake Forest University, and spent six seasons in Minor League Baseball, primarily as a third baseman. Who wore number 30 for the Kansas City Royals? Yordano Ventura Who […]
Why was Korea invaded?
Why was Korea invaded? This conflict began on June 25, 1950, when North Korea, a communist nation, invaded South Korea. By invading South Korea, North Korea hoped to reunite the two nations as a single country under communism. With North Korea’s invasion of South Korea, the United States feared the spread of communism. How long […]
What do they wear in Denmark?
What do they wear in Denmark? In general, casual jeans, trousers, and shirts or T-shirts for guys; dresses, skirts, jeans or trousers for women (plus a great scarf) will serve you well. For evening wear, smart casual is the norm. Shorts are fine in summer, but warm weather is never guaranteed, so pack layers. What […]