What is that ominous building? Y’know, the one which smells like fry-ups in the mornings. Unsure? Well let me tell you… It’s the Library. Warwick’s very own Library. A beautiful building (well, figuratively) holding so many books, journals and library staff that it might burst. Now don’t be afraid – I know that it seems […]
Understanding Library terminology: Part II
Ever wondered what is meant by Library Search or Article Reach, but have been too afraid to ask. Well fear no more, as library jargon is to be demystified. So sit back, get comfortable and read on as library jargon will start to become a lot clearer…By Francesca Cornick The Library is full of jargon. Have […]
24-hour Library: Going nocturnal? What’s your study spirit animal?
With Planet Earth II hitting our screens, here’s our obligatory post relating your study styles to wild animals, as a little tip of our hat to Sir David Attenborough. Well, it’d be rude not to… As you are hopefully aware of by now, the Library has gone 24 hours! Which means that the Library is enjoying […]
New Arts or Social Sciences student? Here are 5 tips for surviving your first ever assignment
So it’s come to this: time to write your first assignment. Make that mountain into a manageable hill with these handy tips…By Thomas Bray So, you’ve bonded with your flatmates, mastered beans on toast, and conquered the ravages of the freshers’ flu. Nothing can stop you now. But then one of your lecturers starts talking about […]
What economic system does Russia use?
What economic system does Russia use? The economy of Russia is an upper-middle income mixed economy, with enormous natural resources, particularly oil and natural gas. It is the fifth-largest economy in Europe, the world’s eleventh-largest economy by nominal GDP and the sixth-largest by PPP. What are Russia’s economic problems? Nevertheless, the combination of accumulated monetary […]
What audience is Poe really writing for?
What audience is Poe really writing for? He had no intended audience for any of his stories, but today his stories are read by everyone. Teachers read his stories to their students because he was such a great writer. Outside of classrooms, people read them because his works are different. His writing style is considered […]
How do you know if chicken is poisoned?
How do you know if chicken is poisoned? Signs of lead poisoning in chickens are: Emaciation. Depression. Inappetence. Thirst. Weakness. Greenish droppings commonly seen within 36 hours. As poisoning progresses, the wings may be extended downward. Young birds may die within 36 hours of ingestion. Do guinea fowl carry diseases? Guinea fowl often referred to […]
Why did Roman slaves revolt?
Why did Roman slaves revolt? The revolt began in 73 BC, with the escape of around 70 slave-gladiators from a gladiator school in Capua; they easily defeated the small Roman force sent to recapture them. Plutarch’s account of the revolt suggests that the slaves simply wished to escape to freedom and leave Roman territory by […]
Did the Isle of Man fight in ww2?
Did the Isle of Man fight in ww2? But far less well known is the link between the two countries through the dark years of the Second World War. Between 1940 and 1945 Norwegians on both sides of that bitter conflict, both nazi sympathisers and would-be freedom fighters, found themselves detained on the Isle of […]
How strong is Hawk Girl?
How strong is Hawk Girl? Thanks to an Nth metal belt, Hawkgirl possesses superhuman strength. Given that she uses melee-oriented weapons, it makes sense that she has the strength to wield them. In the DC Animated Universe, Hawkgirl is frequently portrayed as a physically strong character. In fact, she’s one of the heavy-hitters on the […]