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Help paraphrasing a Paragraph?

May 10, 2012 / / 0 Comments

Question by Jack I: Help paraphrasing a Paragraph?
I need some help paraphrasing the following paragraph. Any help would be greatly appreciated:

A constant issue in China is the year round flooding. Between late May and early August 1991, China suffered severe floods 
affecting 18 provinces. The major flooding caused widespread destruction and loss of 
life. The Yangtze River and the Songhia River 
were mainly the cause of the floods, and the government wanted something to prevent another major flood outbreak. The Three Gorges Dam project was first proposed by Sun Yat-sen in 1919 but the idea was 
dropped due to political and economic difficulties. Major floods brought 
the idea back to life again in 1954. Furthermore, in 1958 due to positive political climate, Lin Yishan, head of the 
Yangtze Valley Planning office favored the construction project. Then 
Chinese leader, Mao Tse Tung also had the vision of the world’s 
largest hydroelectric dam in China.

Best answer:

Answer by thehumourstopshere
A continuing problem in China is the waterlogging. From late May until early August 1991, China suffered from severe flooding, which affected 18 provinces. This serious problem caused massive casualties and damage, and the government proposed measures be put in place to prevent other similar situations from occurring. The Three Gorges Dam Project of 1919, first proposed by Sun Yat-sen, was abandoned because of economic and political opposition. However, the serious flooding of 1954 served to support the plan. Furthermore, in 1958, a favourable economic climate led to the head of the Yangtze Valley Planning Office, Lin Yishan, supporting the project. Mao Tse Tung also envisioned a huge hydro-electric dam being constructed in China.

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How to convince my parents to let me stay home alone?

May 9, 2012 / / 3 Comments

Question by Something something in the month of May: How to convince my parents to let me stay home alone?
Alright so this year my school goes on a trip to China and my best friends are going. I really want to go, I’ve never been to China before and I doubt I’ll ever have the occasion to go again.

My parents bought us a cruise this winter. Thing is, they chose a ship which I dislike, and to the caribbean islands which I’ve been to twice already. I’m not being difficult here I’d still like to go on the cruise but for more than 1000$ it’s not worth it at all AND because of that I won’t be able to go to China(the record of collected money for a trip is 800$ , I don’t have the time for that and it’s not enough money).

How can I convince my parents to cancel my trip? The problem is they won’t let me stay home alone, I can understand one week is a lot but I’ve told them they can spam my cellphone, I’d pay the costs, that my brother(24) could probably come for the week to keep company, that I’ve never done anything to lose their trust and that I’m responsible, but they still won’t.

I’m losing so much here, just for a small trip I’m not even going to enjoy because of all the negative.

What can I do else to finally convince them? I’m 16

Thanks a lot! This is really important to me

Best answer:

Answer by Xavier
You like so many other 16 year olds are not recognizing that your family time with your parents is a temporary thing. Some day your parents will be gone or so old they can not get around much anymore. At that time you will wish you had one more day with them when both you and they were younger. You are only 16 and have your whole life ahead of you. They are paying for the trip so suck it up, grab your bikini and shades, go on the trip and relax.

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USA AT WAR WITH EUROPE? (PLEASE READ BELOW)?

May 8, 2012 / / 5 Comments

Question by historyman321: USA AT WAR WITH EUROPE? (PLEASE READ BELOW)?
I am doing research for a paper set in an alternate reality and would LOVE to hear the opinions of some AMERICANS, especially servicemen. The scenario is:

Without warning the USA launches a surprise nuclear attack against china and destroys it, the Chinese counter attack is ineffective. The world is shocked and outraged by this. The USA then sends its elite and rapid response units to the far east to contain what’s left of china. Within a few weeks of skirmishes China surrenders and humanitarian aid is allowed in. This attack is claimed to be in self defence though is used as an excuse to instigate martial law and set up a police state in the US, a shadowy new government has taken over. The rest of the world fears that the US will not stop at this. Russia claims that if the US launches another missile she will retaliate for her own defence and EU intelligence points that Europe is next.

Rather than wait to be attacked the EU puts together a secret plan to launch her own non-nuclear surprise attack aimed at the USA’s ability to wage long distance war and its militaristic leaders. The raid consists of submarine launched cruise missiles, and long range bombers and air-launched cruise missiles. Within 24 hours a 1/3 of the US air force is destroyed as well as the entire Atlantic fleet and the east coast command centres. Both the EU and US cannot use their nuclear arsenals due to the threat of a Russian counter attack.

After five/six months, the EU combine forces have withstood air raids against their colonies in the Caribbean, launched further air raids from these bases to the east coast and have driven the US navy from the Caribbean as well as US ground forces from the Bahamas (Protecting Florida) in very bloody battles. With air bases set up in the Bahamas the east coast and Florida are hit heavily, with the US losing air superiority. The EU is ready for an amphibious invasion of south Florida to build further air bases to reach the central USA and to destroy the oil platforms in the Gulf of Mexico. The EU hopes this be enough to bring the USA to the negotiating table.

NB: This scenario has been heavily researched and is held to be realistic (as far as stories go). The above is only a casual outline. (hope you enjoyed it)

YOUR OPINIONS ON THE COMING INVASION PLEASE

Best answer:

Answer by Feed the idiots
Well, it certainly is an alternate reality. Any flying monkeys?

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Q&A: How to convince my parents to let me stay home alone?

May 7, 2012 / / 5 Comments

Question by Something something in the month of May: How to convince my parents to let me stay home alone?
Alright so this year my school goes on a trip to China and my best friends are going. I really want to go, I’ve never been to China before and I doubt I’ll ever have the occasion to go again.

My parents bought us a cruise this winter. Thing is, they chose a ship which I dislike, and to the caribbean islands which I’ve been to twice already. I’m not being difficult here I’d still like to go on the cruise but for more than 1000$ it’s not worth it at all AND because of that I won’t be able to go to China(the record of collected money for a trip is 800$ , I don’t have the time for that and it’s not enough money).

How can I convince my parents to cancel my trip? The problem is they won’t let me stay home alone, I can understand one week is a lot but I’ve told them they can spam my cellphone, I’d pay the costs, that my brother(24) could probably come for the week to keep company, that I’ve never done anything to lose their trust and that I’m responsible, but they still won’t.

I’m losing so much here, just for a small trip I’m not even going to enjoy because of all the negative.

What can I do else to finally convince them? I’m 16

Thanks a lot! This is really important to me

Best answer:

Answer by кαтιε ღ ; cαηαdα εн!
Let them find somebody to stay/check in on you during the week. Maybe a family member they trust? You could convince them by letting them set rules and/or keep tabs on you.

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GEOGRAPHY HELP? Could you answer these questions? Pretty pretty please?

May 6, 2012 / / 0 Comments

Question by : GEOGRAPHY HELP? Could you answer these questions? Pretty pretty please?
Southeastern China, Southern South Korea, Southern Japan, Northern Taiwan all have semi-arid climates. (Points : 1)
True
False

4. Which of the following are common hazards in Japan? (Points : 3)
Flooding
Hurricanes
Earthquakes and typhoons
Wildfires

5. Which of the following rivers has a unique form? (Points : 3)
The Huang He River
The Yangtze River
The Han River
The Naktong River
7. What type of flora can be found in a tropical wet climate zone? (Points : 3)
tall dense forests of broadleaf trees
coniferous forests, temperate grasslands, and agriculture
forests, alpine tundra, mosses, lichens, shrubs, permafrost
deciduous forests, coniferous trees

8. The southern tip of Taiwan, and a small strip of land along China’s southeastern coast containing tall dense forests are part of what climate zone? (Points : 3)
Tropical wet
Desert
Humid subtropical
Humid continental

9. Which of the following is the reason why natural hazards in East Asia cause such a large loss of life? (Points : 3)
*The poverty of East Asia makes the region more susceptible to natural hazards.
*The location of East Asia near multiple bodies of water makes the region more susceptible to natural hazards.
*The lack of democratic government in East Asia makes the region more susceptible to natural hazards.
*The refusal of industrialized nations to assist East Asia during times of disaster makes the region more susceptible to natural hazards.
11. Approximately how many new rice consumers will be added in Asia in the next 10 years? (Points : 3)
100,000
1 million
1 billion
There will be a decrease in rice consumption

12. Why is the price of rice important? (Points : 3)
Rice prices must be kept within reach of the poorest people.
Rice prices must make a large profit or no one will grow it.
Rice prices impact the cost of fruits and vegetables on neighboring farms.
Rice prices have no real importance other than to large corporations.

Best answer:

Answer by W
False
Earthquakes and Typhoons
Yangtze
tall dense forests with Broadleaf
Humid subtropical
Poverty
1 billion
within reach of the poor

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Q&A: The Chinese people is a superior nation. Why should it not fight for its right to lebenstraum in WW3?

May 5, 2012 / / 1 Comment

Question by : The Chinese people is a superior nation. Why should it not fight for its right to lebenstraum in WW3?
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http://www.defencetalk.com/pictures/data/5043/2119.jpg (operational by 2017)

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http://www.china-defense-mashup.com/chinese-defense-minister-admits-the-existance-of-awacs-aircraft-cruise-missile-and-other-advanced-weapons.html

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Best answer:

Answer by Abhishek proud indian
we indians will bamboo chinese

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help me with history?

May 4, 2012 / / 1 Comment

Question by Ishudbpregobynw: help me with history?
Question 1 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

During the Middle Ages, what was a serf?

Peasants bound to the land and unable to leave though they were not slaves; required to work part of the lord’s land and also to pay rent for their ‘own’ plot of land.

Military retainers who provided the lord with military service in exchange for land.

Men who choose to live apart from society in religious communities called monasteries.

A religious order of monks who lived among the people and aided the poor.

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Question 2 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

Which of the following was a positive result of the Crusades?

Increased trade between Western Europe and the Middle East

Trade and commerce grew

Western Europe acquired goods such as sugar, rice, lemons, cotton, spices and other goods

All of the above

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Question 3 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

A code of ethics for knights during the Middle Ages, gradually developed to replace common uncivilized behavior among the nobility.

Bushido

Chivalry

Guild

Fief

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Question 4 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

Which of the following features is common to African traditional religions?

Belief in one God

Belief in and respect for ancestral spirits

Belief in redemption through good works

Belief that all life involves suffering

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Question 5 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

What was the worst disaster to befall the Aztecs during the reign of Moctezuma II?

Tribute people revolted

Drought killed the corn crop

A hurricane destroyed their capital city

The Spanish invaded

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Question 6 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

What was one reason why the Mongol Empire did not last long?

They were intolerant of other religions

They were weak militarily

They had no strong leaders

They were better at war than government

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Question 7 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

Most of the world’s Hindus are found in what country?

China

Pakistan

Iran

India

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Question 8 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

The first Egyptian stone pyramids were built in 2700 BCE. Approximately how long ago were they built?

2700 years ago

4700 years ago

700 years ago

2000 years ago

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Question 9 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

In what ancient river valley would the stone monument with Hammurabi’s Law inscribed be found?

Hwang Ho and Yangtze River Valleys

Tigris and Euphrates River Valleys

Nile River Valley

Indus River Valley

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Question 10 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

What made Wu Chao unique in ancient China?

Wu Chao built the Great Wall.

Wu Chao was the first female emperor.

Wu Chao created the philosophy of Confucianism.

Wu Chao was the first European to travel to China.

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Question 11 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

The goal of a Buddhist is, through meditation, to reach the highest degree of God-consciousness. This is called

Reincarnation

Karma

Caste

Nirvana

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Question 12 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

Hinduism is based on the concept that human and animal spirits come back to earth to live many times in different forms. This is known as

Karma

Caste

Reincarnation

Nirvana

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Question 13 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

Which best describes the number of years between the rise and fall of Rome?

100 years

500 years

1,000 years

5,000 years

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Question 14 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

What type of government does the United States use today?

Representative Democracy

Direct Democracy

Oligarchy

Theocracy

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Question 15

Best answer:

Answer by twmoney_31
Question 1: A (peasants on the land)

2: D- All of the Above

3. Chivalry

4. Belief in ancestral spirits

5. Spanish invaded

6. Better at war than gov

7. India

8. 4700 yrs

9. between tigris and euphrates

10. first female

11.Nirvana

12 Reincarnation

13. 1,000

14..Representative Democracy

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Q&A: Please be honest with me…..?

May 3, 2012 / / 14 Comments

Question by Paul: Please be honest with me…..?
Will I ever go see the Great Wall of China?
Will I ever go skiing? Will I ever see polar bears? Penguins?
Will I ever go scuba diving? Will I ever see a tornado?
Will I ever hunt a moose down? Will I ever go skydiving?
Will I ever have my 15 minutes of fame? Will I ever go on a cruise?

Or will I live like everyone else. and get married and have kids and be satisfied with it?
If I really try can I complete everything I’ve want ever wanted to?

Best answer:

Answer by seventimesover
Everything you just named is not out of the realm of possibility. This is up to you. But you better get started now you got alot of traveling to do.

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opinions on our possible AUSTRALIAN tour itenerary :)?

May 2, 2012 / / 0 Comments

Question by je_o: opinions on our possible AUSTRALIAN tour itenerary :)?
day 1 – Brisbane sightseeing then go to Paradise Country Farm
2 – gold coast – warner bros. and movie world
3 – gold coast – dreamworld,wild tiger country island,river boat cruise,gold rush country,koala and kangaroo sanctuary and sea world
4- gold coast to Brisbane/Sydney
5- Sydney- opera house,darling harbour,hyde park,parliament house,china town,st james and st mary’s cathedral and majestic luncheon cruise
6. optional tour in blue mountains and wild life park tour
7 freeday until departure

we’re thinking of extending it up to 10 days any suggestions and comments on the sights that are included and where else should we go for the extra 3 days? thanks guys:)

Best answer:

Answer by anna
well
parliament house is in Canberra not Sydney
and yeah you should climb the Harbour Bridge if its a nice day

i guess it depends on what you like/ shopping-animals-sight-seeing-gallery ?

nsw art gallerys good

have fun:)

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opinions on our possible AUSTRALIAN tour itenerary :)?

May 2, 2012 / / 0 Comments

Question by je_o: opinions on our possible AUSTRALIAN tour itenerary :)?
day 1 – Brisbane sightseeing then go to Paradise Country Farm
2 – gold coast – warner bros. and movie world
3 – gold coast – dreamworld,wild tiger country island,river boat cruise,gold rush country,koala and kangaroo sanctuary and sea world
4- gold coast to Brisbane/Sydney
5- Sydney- opera house,darling harbour,hyde park,parliament house,china town,st james and st mary’s cathedral and majestic luncheon cruise
6. optional tour in blue mountains and wild life park tour
7 freeday until departure

we’re thinking of extending it up to 10 days any suggestions and comments on the sights that are included and where else should we go for the extra 3 days? thanks guys:)

Best answer:

Answer by anna
well
parliament house is in Canberra not Sydney
and yeah you should climb the Harbour Bridge if its a nice day

i guess it depends on what you like/ shopping-animals-sight-seeing-gallery ?

nsw art gallerys good

have fun:)

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