Category: Social studies

What was the temperance movement and who supported it? One of the more prominent was the temperance movement. Temperance advocates encouraged their fellow Americans to reduce the amount of alcohol that they consumed. Ideally, Americans would forsake alcohol entirely, but most temperance advocates remained willing to settle for reduced consumption. What did the temperance movement […]

What is dry minced garlic? Dehydrated garlic saves efficient cooks the trouble of peeling and handling fresh cloves. One eighth of a teaspoon, dried, equals a single medium fresh clove. Dried minced garlic is perfect for soups and stews. Original Granulated Garlic, Roasted Granulated Garlic, or Chopped Garlic. How do you dehydrate garlic? To dry […]

How was boost started? The founder of Boost Juice Bars, Janine Allis, noticed the fad of the juice bar when on holiday in the United States in 1999. With her husband, Jeff Allis, Janine decided to bring the idea to Australia. In 2000, Allis opened her first Boost Juice Bar in King William Street, Adelaide […]

Does dishwasher detergent make a difference? Our tests of dishwasher detergents reveal a big range of differences among formulas and brands. Some can power through baked-on grime and thwart water spots, while some can barely do their fundamental task: clean. Having a dishwasher detergent that gets the job done in one cycle remains a priority. […]

How many GCSEs do you normally take? The vast majority of students will study 9 GCSEs. They will be awarded five GCSEs in the core subjects – English Language, English Literature, Maths, Science (2 GCSEs)- and they will then supplement that with the 4 GCSEs they will be awarded in their 4 option subjects. How […]

What can cause lack of sleep? Common causes of insomnia include stress, an irregular sleep schedule, poor sleeping habits, mental health disorders like anxiety and depression, physical illnesses and pain, medications, neurological problems, and specific sleep disorders. What are signs of lack of sleep? The primary signs and symptoms of sleep deprivation include excessive daytime […]

Does Google use GPS satellites? Google Maps primarily uses a combination of GPS, Wi-Fi and cell towers to track your location. GPS: Using satellites, Google Maps knows location up to around 20 meters. Wi-Fi: The position of nearby Wi-Fi networks helps Maps interpret the location of a user. How do I use Google maps to […]

What are the risk factors of ulcer? Risk factors that make ulcers more likely include: Frequent use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), a group of common pain relievers that includes ibuprofen (Advil® or Motrin®). A family history of ulcers. Illness such as liver, kidney or lung disease. Regularly drinking alcohol. Smoking. What causes heartburn and […]

Why is Hello Kitty not a cat? While writing the script for the exhibit, she referred to Hello Kitty as a “cat,” and — as reported in the Los Angeles Times — was firmly corrected by Sanrio, the character’s manufacturer: “Hello Kitty is not a cat. She’s a cartoon character. She is a little girl. […]

How fast do you have to be going to deploy airbags? Typically, a front airbag will deploy for unbelted occupants when the crash is the equivalent of an impact into a rigid wall at 10-12 mph. Most airbags will deploy at a higher threshold — about 16 mph — for belted occupants because the belts […]