What is the cultural significance of Cinco de Mayo? Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for the “5th of May”) is celebrated throughout Mexico and the US in honor of Mexican heritage and pride, but really commemorates the freedom and democracy won by Puebla during the American civil war in the unlikely victory over French forces at […]
What are the six reasons for establishing the US Constitution?
What are the six reasons for establishing the US Constitution? Goals of the ConstitutionWe the People of the United States, in Order (1)to form a more perfect Union, (2)establish Justice, (3)insure domestic Tranquility, (4)provide for the common defense, (5)promote the general Welfare, and (6)secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain […]
Has Section 2 of the 25th amendment been used?
What caused the downfall of the Mayan Civilisation?
What caused the downfall of the Mayan Civilisation? Scholars have suggested a number of potential reasons for the downfall of Maya civilization in the southern lowlands, including overpopulation, environmental degradation, warfare, shifting trade routes and extended drought. It’s likely that a complex combination of factors was behind the collapse. What does archaeologist Tom Sever think […]
What are some guidelines for eliminating negative self-talk?
What are some guidelines for eliminating negative self-talk? Start by following one simple rule: Don’t say anything to yourself that you wouldn’t say to anyone else. Be gentle and encouraging with yourself. If a negative thought enters your mind, evaluate it rationally and respond with affirmations of what is good about you. Think about things […]
What is a consequence of urban heat islands?
What is a consequence of urban heat islands? Higher air pollution reduced nighttime cooling, and increased temperatures as outcomes of urban heat island can adversely affect human health. Human health is negatively impacted because of increased general discomfort, exhaustion, heat-related mortality, respiratory problems, headaches, heat stroke and heat cramps. What are the causes of urban […]
What are Cabinet department leaders responsible for?
What are Cabinet department leaders responsible for? Established in Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution, the Cabinet’s role is to advise the President on any subject he may require relating to the duties of each member’s respective office. What was the purpose of George Washington’s Cabinet? What was the purpose of Washington’s cabinet? It […]
Why are infants referred to as belly breathers?
Why are infants referred to as belly breathers? Infants are often referred to as “belly breathers” because: their rib cage is less rigid and the ribs sit horizontally. An infant or small child’s airway can be occluded if it is overextended or overflexed because: the occiput is proportionately large and the trachea is flexible. When […]
Why is studying collective behavior difficult?
Why is studying collective behavior difficult? Collective Behavior is difficult to study because: (1) There are so many different types – making it hard to recognize any “rules” or explanations that apply to all. Riots, mobs, panics, and mass hysteria are all unique social phenomena. AND, each instance of a riot, mob, or panic is […]