How many cows are needed for lobola? It is generally accepted that a minimum of 10 cows, or their cash equivalent, is a good starting point in the lobola discussions. According to the Nguni Cattle Breeders Society, a cow costs, on average, R9 000. How many cows is a bride worth? The vast majority of […]
How is beta giyorgis Lalibela significant to Ethiopia?
How is beta giyorgis Lalibela significant to Ethiopia? Lalibela is best known as the king who ordered the construction of 11 monolithic stone churches found in the town today. Lalibela’s goal was to create a new Ethiopian Jerusalem, and he recreated many biblical scenes, such as the stable, out of carved rock. When was bet […]
What is the name of the Theatre built in London in 1599?
What is the name of the Theatre built in London in 1599? The Globe Theatre The Globe Theatre you see today in London is the third Globe. The first opened in 1599 and was built by the Lord Chamberlain’s Men, the company that William Shakespeare wrote for and part-owned. We think that the first play […]
What happened to Lorraine and Alsace?
What happened to Lorraine and Alsace? This territory was retroceded to France in 1919 after World War I, was ceded again to Germany in 1940 during World War II, and was again retroceded to France in 1945. The loss of Alsace-Lorraine was a major cause of anti-German feeling in France in the period from 1871 […]
How does The Giver relate to our society?
How does The Giver relate to our society? The society Lowry depicts in The Giver is a utopian society—a perfect world as envisioned by its creators. It has eliminated fear, pain, hunger, illness, conflict, and hatred—all things that most of us would like to eliminate in our own society. What have you learned about the […]
How does Wikimedia Commons work?
How does Wikimedia Commons work? Wikimedia Commons acts as the central media archive for the various Wikimedia projects including Wikipedia, it contains content from both organisations and individuals and is created and maintained by volunteers. Wikimedia is a global movement whose mission is to bring free educational content to the world. How do you search […]
What are the common core standards called now?
What are the common core standards called now? In California, the State Board of Education decides on the standards for all students, from kindergarten through high school. Since 2010, a number of states across the nation have adopted the same standards for English and math. These standards are called the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). […]
What is special about Pietermaritzburg?
What is special about Pietermaritzburg? Pietermaritzburg is known as the “City of Flowers” for its azaleas and roses and because it is the site of one of the country’s National Botanical Gardens. Butterflies for Africa, a butterfly conservation centre, is also in Pietermaritzburg. Why is Pietermaritzburg called umgungundlovu? At the time of the rise of […]
What happens during stenosis?
What happens during stenosis? Spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the spaces in your spine, can compress your spinal cord and nerve roots exiting each vertebrae. Age-related changes in your spine is a common cause. Symptoms include back and/or neck pain, and numbness, tingling and weakness in your arms and legs. Can stenosis affect your brain? […]
What motor is in a 1999 Dodge Neon?
What motor is in a 1999 Dodge Neon? 2.0 L 4-cylinder1999 Dodge Neon / Engine How much does it cost to fill up a Dodge Neon? Compare Side-by-Side 2004 Dodge Neon/SRT-4/SX 2.0 Annual Fuel Cost* $2,050 Cost to Drive 25 Miles $3.41 Cost to Fill the Tank $43 Tank Size 12.5 gallons Which Dodge gets the […]