Reconstructing the story of humanity's past
Who started the police force in England? Sir Robert Peel Why were the police created in the UK? Meanwhile in 1749 a London magistrate called Henry Fielding formed the Bow Street Runners to catch criminals. (They got their name because his office was in Bow Street). In the 18th century London was Britain’s busiest port. […]
What is the document that outlines the rights given to all North Carolina citizens? The first North Carolina Declaration of Rights, modeled in part on comparable declarations in Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, was adopted on behalf of the state by the Fifth Provincial Congress on 17 Dec. 1776. In what document are our laws and […]
What best describes the result of the battle of Antietam? Explanation: The result of the Battle of Antietam was that both sides suffered losses, but it was a strategic victory for the North. The Battle of Antietam was the first great combat of the American Civil War that took place in northern territory. Which of […]
Who has power in a unitary government? central government What is the difference between unitary confederate and federal? How does federalism differ from unitary and confederal systems? In a federal system, a national government and the state governments share power. In a unitary system, all power lies with the national government, whereas in a confederation, […]
What happens when the Fed tightens monetary policy? Tightening policy occurs when central banks raise the federal funds rate, and easing occurs when central banks lower the federal funds rate. In a tightening monetary policy environment, a reduction in the money supply is a factor that can significantly help to slow or keep the domestic […]
Who designed the Taj Mahal? Ustad Ahmad Lahouri Which empire is known for its brilliant architecture? Mughal Empire What is the architectural style of Taj Mahal? Mughal architecture Why does the Taj Mahal face south? Muslim tradition forbids elaborate decoration of graves, so the bodies of Mumtaz and Shah Jahan are laid in a relatively […]
Why did abolitionists protest the gag rule? Missouri could join the Union as a slave state. Why did abolitionists protest the “gag rule” of 1836? It silenced congressional debate about slavery. Congress passed the Missouri Compromise in 1820. Why did the Missouri Compromise unravels? Northerners wanted all of it closed. As a compromise, Southerners proposed […]
On which river water is there a dispute between Egypt and Sudan? Nile River’s Has a whale shark ever killed a human? There has never been a recorded incident where a whale shark, which can be found in hot climate areas across the world, has purposefully injured or killed a human. Has anyone been swallowed […]
Which country was the most powerful in the 19th century? The British Empire was the largest empire in world history. During the 19th century, the United Kingdom was the first country in the world to industrialise and embrace free trade, giving birth to the Industrial Revolution. Which country was the most powerful in Europe in […]
What did Winston Churchill accomplish? He became a Member of Parliament (MP) in 1900. He was British prime minister from 1940-1945 and again between 1951 and 1955. Churchill is best remembered for successfully leading Britain through World War Two. He was famous for his inspiring speeches, and for his refusal to give in, even when […]