What adaptations do Desert Bighorn Sheep have? Desert Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis nelsoni) are true survivors, adapted to extremes. Cloven hooves give them the grace to climb up steep mountain ranges. A complex digestive system helps them absorb nutrients from tough desert plants, such as mesquite and catclaw. Can rams climb? They can also jump […]
How does ecotourism help sustainability? Ecotourism helps in community development by providing the alternate source of livelihood to local community which is more sustainable. Many view ecotourism as a viable way to protect the natural environment and create social and economic benefits for local communities. How does ecotourism help the environment in Nepal? It is […]
Exercise increased caution due to crime. Both violent and non-violent crime occur throughout Mexico City. Use additional caution, particularly at night, outside of the frequented tourist areas where police and security patrol more routinely. Petty crime occurs frequently in both tourist and non-tourist areas. Is it safe to walk around Mexico City? Mexico City is […]
Answer: President Roosevelt send troops to support Panamanian rebels in the fight against Colombia because he wanted the Colombians to grant the United States the right to build a canal. Why did Roosevelt go to Panama? In 1906, he traveled to the country to recommend that Puerto Ricans become U.S. citizens. He stopped short of […]
49th Parallel49th Parallel as U.S.–Canada border. Why is the 49th parallel the border? In 1818, a U.S.-British agreement had established the border along the 49th parallel from Lake of the Woods in the east to the Rocky Mountains in the west. The two nations also agreed to a joint occupation of Oregon territory for 10 […]
Quebec CitySamuel de Champlain’s Settlement Samuel de Champlain’s impressive settlement was the first permanent European settlement built in Canada. July 1608: Samuel de Champlain arrives near what is now Quebec City. He has been entrusted by the King of France to create a permanent trade settlement and a new nation: New France. When was the […]
San Francisco is 25.5% more expensive than San Jose. San Francisco housing costs are 37.4% more expensive than San Jose housing costs. Is San Jose cheaper? Cost of Living in San Jose San Jose is the 2nd most expensive city to rent in the U.S. The average cost of living for a four-person family, excluding […]
Interesting Facts about the Southern United States Numerous U.S. presidents were born in the South. The South is known for having a warm climate. The South has over 125 million residents. The District of Columbia is part of the South. What is unique about the South region? Because of the region’s unique cultural and historic […]
The traditional dress of the women of Haiti is known as the Quadrille or Karabela dress. This dress is almost always made of an off-the-shoulder top or bodice with a full, matching skirt. Haitians favor using fabrics in various shades of reds and blue as is traditional for their culture. What are some Haitian traditions? […]
The purchase doubled the size of the United States, greatly strengthened the country materially and strategically, provided a powerful impetus to westward expansion, and confirmed the doctrine of implied powers of the federal Constitution. How good of a deal was the Louisiana Purchase? The acquisition of the Louisiana Territory for the bargain price of less […]