In the past, important knowledge about culture and history was stored in museums. Nowadays, information is freely available on the Internet; therefore, there is no longer any need for museums. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant exampl...
In the 1700s, life in English colonies was not all the same.Choose one of the three main groups of colonies-southern, middle, or northern.Look in several encyclopedias and other books to find out how people lived in the area you choose.How did they make their living? What kinds of hous...
Vanderbilt immediately popped a crisp potato slice into his mouth and the loud “Crunch” broke the silence.He continued to crunch away, delighted with his new dish.The plan backfired .Vanderbilt was interested in the browned, paper-thin potatoes.Clapping a surprised Chef Crum on the back, ...
Let’s take a minute to explain how they function. To quote Harvard Extension School’sofficial YouTube channel, the “difference in total charge inside and outside of the cell is called themembrane potential.” (The term “resting membrane potential” derives from this concept. Go figure.) ...
Thomas Crapper (yes, his real name) ran a plumbing company in the late 19th century. Contrary to popular belief, he did not invent the flush toilet; he made some changes to the toilet design patented by Harrington. In fact, Smithsonian says that Crapper's greatest invention was the creation...
The robot is made of special material that allows it to change facial expressions. The material that makes up the robot’s face is so detailed that it looks like real human skin. The robot’s designers chose Einstein, the Nobel Prize winner, because he was one of the greatest scientists ...
More than two and a half centuries have passed since Benjamin Franklin and others proved lightning was a form of electricity, but it's still hard not to flinch when a particularly violent flash lights up the horizon. On the other hand, no one ever waxes poetic over a cell phone charger....
1.Ice-cream is a frozen dessert.It is usually made from dairy products,such as milk and cream.Most kids like eating this kind of dessert.Do you know (1) first ate it? Chinese people first ate it many years ago.They (2) orange juice on ice.Later,this (3) was spread(传播) to Ita...
George's reaction was anger toward the rebels, and he declared to Lord North, "The colonists must either submit or triumph," leading to the Revolutionary War. Because of George's horrid abuse of power, the founding fathers were vehemently opposed to establishing a monarchy in the new country...
More than two and a half centuries have passed since Benjamin Franklin and others proved lightning was a form of electricity, but it's still hard not to flinch when a particularly violent flash lights up the horizon. On the other hand, no one ever waxes poetic over a cell phone charger....