Does elf on the shelf go away Christmas Eve? That means your family’s elf can arrive and leave on whatever day you choose. Generally, Santa’s scout bids farewell on Christmas Eve. The official Elf on the Shelf website explains that the elves must return to the North Pole on Dec. 24 because “toy making begins […]
Why were missions established in California?
Why were missions established in California? The missions were built by the Spanish government to create a stronghold in the North American continent through an effort to convert, educate, and civilize the indigenous population and transform the natives into Spanish colonial citizens. 21 missions were built in California between 1769 and 1823. Why were the […]
What do they eat in Ivory Coast?
What do they eat in Ivory Coast? Most Ivoirians depend on grain and root vegetables, yams, plantains, maize, rice and peanuts with Fufu (the national dish). They are usually served with meat (often chicken and fish which are favourites) and kedjenou, a vegetable sauce made with aubergines, okra, tomatoes and peanuts. What is the English […]
When did the iPod shuffle 2nd Generation come out?
When did the iPod shuffle 2nd Generation come out? September 2006 How do I know what Gen my iPod shuffle is? However, it is easy to mistake an iPod shuffle 2nd Gen and 4th Gen model if they are not side-by-side. Consequently, it still is useful to know the model number for identification purposes. The […]
Does a spiny anteater have fur?
Does a spiny anteater have fur? The spiny anteaters, or echidnas, make up four of the five species in the order Monotremata. These are primitive mammals that lay eggs like reptiles, but have hair and suckle their young. Do echidnas have fur? The short-beaked echidna has dark fur almost completely hidden by a covering of […]
What test is used to detect gastrointestinal bleeding?
What test is used to detect gastrointestinal bleeding? An endoscopy procedure may help your doctor see if and where you have GI bleeding and the bleeding’s cause. Doctors most often use upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy to test for acute GI bleeding in the upper and lower GI tracts. How do you rule out a […]
How many Jesuit high schools are in the USA?
How many Jesuit high schools are in the USA? Today the Jesuits maintain 60 secondary schools and 28 colleges and universities in the United States alone. More than 50 percent of Jesuit institutions in the U.S., including Jesuit High School of Tampa (founded in 1899), are more than 100 years old. What are the Jesuit […]
When were skinny jeans introduced?
When were skinny jeans introduced? 2005 Were skinny jeans popular in the 60s? The 1960’s were a golden age for skinny jeans. While they initially started as a counterculture trend, high-waisted, tight “drainpipe” jeans became so popular that they spread beyond Mod girls and rock and rollers. Seeing actresses such as Doris Day wearing skinnies […]
Which European city gets the most rain?
Which European city gets the most rain? Which are the wettest cities in Europe? Podgorica, Montenegro (1661) Ljubljana, Slovenia (1368) Tarana, Albania (1219) Bern, Switzerland (986) Andorra La Vela, Andorra (952) Vaduz, Liechtenstein (947) Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina (932) Luxembourg, Luxembourg (876) Which part of Asia receives the most rainfall? Mawsynram, situated on the southern […]
Does plasticine break down?
Does plasticine break down? Plasticine can be used over and over for years. This is unlike clay, which will dry out whether it is the end product or it is intended for casting. Plasticine is cheap and easily available in supermarkets and art and crafts shops. Why was Plasticine invented? Harbutt invented Plasticine around 1897 […]