Who discovered America in 1000 AD? explorer Leif Erikson Who actually discovered North America? As part of a general age of discovery, Italian sailor Christopher Columbus proposed a voyage west from Europe to find a shorter route to Asia. He eventually received the backing of Isabella I and Ferdinand II, Queen and King of newly […]
What can you use instead of Chinese 5 spice?
What can you use instead of Chinese 5 spice? Simple Chinese 5-Spice Substitutes Garam Masala. I was surprised how similar the Indian spice blend Garam Masala is to Chinese 5-Spice. Garam Masala + Star Anise. For an even closer match add some ground star anise to your garam masala. Star Anise. Cinnamon. Baharat. What are […]
Where did the term Goodnight Irene come from?
Where did the term Goodnight Irene come from? As early as 1908, Huddie Leadbetter (aka Lead Belly, born 1888, Mooringsport, Louisiana) was apparently singing “Goodnight, Irene” and family members suggested that he created the song while singing lullabies to his infant niece, Irene Campbell, in Leigh, Texas. What does the saying good night Irene mean? […]
Can sepsis cause personality changes?
Can sepsis cause personality changes? Psychological effects Survivors of sepsis have been found to be at increased risk of: Developing anxiety and depression; Experiencing fatigue and problems with sleep (Huang et al, 2018). Can sepsis be cured completely? Because of problems with vital organs, people with severe sepsis are likely to be very ill and […]
Can there ever be a way to peacefully move the immovable ladder?
Can there ever be a way to peacefully move the immovable ladder? ‘Immovable ladder’ The ladder is referred to as immovable due to the agreement of the Status Quo that no cleric of the six ecumenical Christian orders may move, rearrange, or alter any property without the consent of the other five orders. Who controls […]
What makes a product organic compliant?
What makes a product organic compliant? USDA certified organic foods are grown and processed according to federal guidelines addressing, among many factors, soil quality, animal raising practices, pest and weed control, and use of additives. This means that all the ingredients contained in the product, excluding salt and water, must be certified organic. What are […]
Can your bank account be garnished for credit card debt in Texas?
Can your bank account be garnished for credit card debt in Texas? In Texas, when a creditor has a judgment against you (even for credit cards or medical bills), the creditor has a right to garnish your bank account. If the funds in the account are from social security checks (and have not been mixed […]
How many beats does a heart do in a lifetime?
Can viruses overheat your computer?
Can viruses overheat your computer? A virus, worm or other type of malware can cause a computer to overheat by causing the processor to max out. By continually maxing out the capacity of the computers CPU, the system can and eventually will overheat and could unexpectedly shut down. Another big culprit of an overheating computer […]
What is the mood of the Red Death?
What is the mood of the Red Death? In this story, Poe engenders a mood of uneasiness and dread through his use of a dark and mysterious tone. He used grim words such as “ghastly”, “shrouded”, and “brazen” to establish a fearful and suspenseful environment for the reader. What kind of mood does poe establish […]