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Learn to Pack Like the Marines
August 28, 2014 by Matt Sill · Leave a Comment
The Marines are known for their dedication, skill, and bravery. What you might not know is how well they can pack. A Marine is only given one sea bag, a military duffel bag, to fit all his or her belongings. Packing efficiently is a must.
They have developed a packing technique called the skivvy roll or grunt roll. It combines a t-shirt, shorts or underwear, and a pair of socks into a single small roll that's easy to count and manage. If you have a complete roll, you have a complete under-outfit.
- Place t-shirt flat and unfolded. Stretch and smooth it to remove wrinkles.
- Fold underwear in half length-wise, and place on top of shirt below shirt collar.
- Fold the sides of shirt length-wise over the underwear.
- Lay socks flat over shirt sleeves in a crisscross pattern. Leave the leg of the sock hanging outside of the shirt. Ankle socks will not work. It will look sort of like a letter 'T.'
- Roll items from collar down. Leave sock legs outside of roll.
- Fold one loose sock leg over rolled items.
- Repeat with other loose sock leg. You will have a completed skivvy roll.
There are many sites with step-by-step instructions and pictures demonstrating each step (we like the one on Huckberry.com). This technique may have Marine origins but that does not mean we civilians can't use it for our everyday travel needs.
The skivvy roll is great for going on camping trips or traveling when space is very limited. You don't want to lug three bags through the airport because of inefficient packing. It also ensures you have plenty of socks and underwear for each day you will be gone, since one roll equals one shirt, one pair of underwear, and one pair of socks. One day, one roll. Five days, five rolls.
What are some packing techniques you use? Leave a comment and let us know.
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Bring This, Not That: Charging Cables and Extension Cords
August 19, 2014 by Matt Sill · Leave a Comment
Have you seen the new cell phone commercials that show travelers and their phones hugging the walls while they try to power up their battery hogging devices? Have you ever been one of those wall huggers? It may get worse, thanks to the TSA's new rules that require devices to be able to power up at checkpoints.
This is going to be a bigger problem, as most airports seem to have only one outlet for the entire terminal, although some airlines, like Delta, are adding more power outlets to their gates. Even so, there are still a limited number of outlets to use. And half the people using them are watching Netflix on their iPads, when you've got important work to get finished.
This is where a charging cable and extension cord may come in handy. We're not referring to those bulky beige utility-style surge protector extension cords. There are smaller more compact and flexible options out there, like the Pivot Power Genius available at ThinkGeek.com or other electronics stores.
Imagine pulling one of these out of your bag and asking someone nearby to plug it in. What cranky flight-delayed person would say no? They may not be any happier, but you may brighten a couple other people's days.
The Pivot Power is just one option out there. There are hand crank generators, portable hydrogen fuel cell generators (no, seriously), and even Tony Stark's Iron Man Mark V Armor Suitcase Mobile Fuel Cell. And of course, even a 3-in-1 splitter and 1 foot extension cord would let you share a plug with two new friends.
An extension cord is not only convenient in airports but also for hotels. Most hotels have made it so outlets are easily accessible and plentiful. However, if you happen to book a hotel that hasn't been updated in the last 20 years, the extension cord can save a lot of hassle. You may also run into problems if a hotel's desk lamp plug doesn't accommodate your bulky charger block.
Now that we depend on all these electronic devices, it's just as important to be able to power them up conveniently and quickly. Now that the TSA's rules are changing, and we're dependent on our phones and tablets, don't leave yourself without an option to power up.
TSA's New Smartphone Rules May Cause Bigger Problems
August 14, 2014 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
Thanks to new proposed rules regarding dead mobile phones and tablets, many travelers are worried about what could happen if their portable electronics die before they get through airport security.
The new rules require that all electronic devices must be able to be powered up at security, after it was revealed that Al Qaeda has figured out how to disguise bombs in electronic devices without detection. Currently, the only flights affected are those going into the United States, but not out of the country, or within it.
The ControversyWhat happens when someone cannot power up his or her devices? According to an article by Conde Nast, the dead devices would be held at the airport or could be shipped to the owner's house. If the devices are held at the airport, where would they be stored and what kind of security would oversee this storage? Many people have expressed concern at possibly being without their phones because of a dead battery, especially when their power cable is in their luggage.
The Costs
If the devices are to be shipped to the owner's house, this method could be quite costly, especially for travelers returning to the US. Depending on how the policy is enacted and enforced, there could be a lot of confiscated devices to process.
One suggestion we've seen lately is to install electrical outlets and chargers at security stations. This means airports would have to relocate power supplies and install plugs. Then they would have to allow time for devices to charge enough to power up. However, this would solve the problem for travelers whose mobile device died in the airport. Another possibility would be charging stations outside security, where people can charge for several minutes before entering the line.
Will This Create Backups?
On the other hand, what kind of problems could be created as people fumble with dead phones, trying to charge them at the new stations, or even arranging them to have sent back home. And, what if you miss your flight? Though the new rules are for safety and security, the implementation process could cause quite a dilemma for many travelers if it's not planned and implemented well.
Word to the wise: regardless of where you're traveling, charge all your devices before heading out to catch your flight.
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Gatwick Airport Tests Hi-Tech Security and Passenger Technology
August 12, 2014 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
Remember how impressed you were the first time you saw an airport faucet that turned on automatically when you waved your hand in front of them? (Don't pretend you weren't!)
It's almost shocking how far airports have come technologically since then. Case in point: Gatwick Airport's chief information officer, Michael Ibbitson, recently told FutureTravelExperience.com about the new technology that's not just wowing passengers, but also streamlining the passenger experience and making travel safer for everyone. Let's take a look at some of the technological advances Gatwick has made.
Speeding Up Bag Check
Automated bag check and check-in are technologies well on their way to mass adoption at this point, but Gatwick is aiming to make them more efficient than ever.
EasyJet has been testing a bag drop system fueled by Phase 5 Technology at its Gatwick hub. According to Ibbitson, the average passenger took 76 seconds to process — the goal is to get passengers through in 45 — so they're tweaking the system, working toward maximum efficiency.
Automated Security
One of the major headaches of air travel, no matter how far you're traveling, is getting through security. Gatwick is attempting to make security checkpoints smoother by automating them — the systems installed in 2012 have cut wait time to an average of a mere 107 seconds — and installing Security Max lanes that will enable even more passengers to prepare for the checkpoint at once.
Iris Scanning Technology
The wildest technology we read about: Biometrics as a single passenger token. The gist is that when you check in at the airport and drop your bag off, a machine also scans your iris — an identity marker that's almost impossible to forfeit — and all your passenger information, from baggage tracking to your passport and boarding pass, is encoded into the scan.
A single scan of your iris is all it takes to move you through the rest of the travel process throughout the airport — and even at your destination.
According to the Future Travel Experience post, this technology is well within reach — it's the widespread implementation of the technology at airports worldwide that will take some time.
What technology would you most like to see implemented in your favorite airport? The sky's the limit, so they say — leave a comment with your loftiest technology dreams.
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How to Cope With The Worst Travel Scenarios
August 5, 2014 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
Not to diminish any travel woes you've experienced — trust me, we've all been through enough horrible delays and cancellations to know how frustrating they are — but after reading a recent Budget Travel blog post, I'm grateful for the low drama factor of my travel mishaps.
If you thought having your flight canceled and being stuck overnight is the worst it can get, think again. Here are a couple of the worst-case scenarios I hope you'll never have to face.
Getting Arrested in a Foreign Country
We've all heard horror stories about winding up in a Thai prison…well, for some it's a reality.
Cultural differences can sometimes translate into legal differences, too — or maybe you've just behaved very badly — but your first step in the right direction if you've gotten into legal trouble is to call the embassy. They may not be able to get you off the hook right away, but the embassy will at least help ensure that you have legal counsel.
It would also behoove you to check out the State Department's website for insight into the customs and laws of the area you're traveling to.
Finding Yourself in the Middle of a Natural Disaster
This actually happened to me back in the '90s: During a sales meeting in Key West, Fla., a hurricane rolled through during the night. There was a lot of wind and rain and the power went out, but we were otherwise unaffected.
If you find yourself in a more severe situation, the best thing to do is listen to local authorities. Also be sure to contact family and loved ones as soon as possible to ensure they know you're all right.
If you have access to the Internet, your local embassy's website is a great resource for emergency personnel, hospitals and the like — but the Budget Travel article recommends finding a major hotel if you can't get online and need to know what to do beyond following the authorities' instructions.
Our favorite tip: Register your travel abroad with the State Department's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program — we'd never heard of it until we read the Budget Travel blog post, but it's a great idea and sounds easy to implement.
Have you experienced one of these nightmare travel scenarios? How did you react, and how did the situation turn out? Leave a comment and tell your story.
How to Avoid Being Stranded at the Airport
July 17, 2014 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
If you're a frequent traveler, you know that feeling in the pit of your stomach when you get the notification: Flight canceled. There are few worse feelings when you're headed to an important meeting, on a long-awaited vacation or — worst yet — home after a busy time away.
There's a silver lining: Conde Nast Traveler's The Daily Traveler blog published a post with some great tips for making your way home if your flight's been canceled and you're stuck at an airport.
The steps CN outlines are ones I haven't given a lot of thought to honestly. I've had a few major cancellations happen to me in my travels — and while I don't recommend it, I pretty much rely on my past experiences of "playing the game." The key to winning said game? Make sure you have a lot of alternatives.
The first step for me has always been to approach the airline directly to find out your options. But from there, what you do depends on how badly you want to get home.
Having a sort of slush fund for a recovery budget is one thing CN's article recommends. Recovery budgets and security measures like travel insurance can alleviate the financial burden of a canceled flight or long delay, but it doesn't necessarily make getting home any easier.
When I lived in Michigan, I had a flight canceled during a snowstorm — there were no flights coming or going out of the Detroit airport. But we were headed to Grand Rapids, which was only a few hours' drive — so my coworkers and I rented a car and drove through the snow to reach our final destination. (Renting a car is often cheaper than getting a hotel room.)
I encountered a similar situation in a past life, when I was working on the East Coast. I had a presentation to give in Hyde Park, N.Y., and our flight out of Philadelphia got canceled. We didn't have the option to spend the night — we had a presentation to give and had to be there — so we drove six hours to our destination and made the presentation as planned.
However, the airline refused to surrender our luggage to us before we left, so we met our bags at the Hyde Park airport when the canceled flight eventually arrived. In that case, we just had to punt, wear the same clothes from the day before, and give the presentation. There are times the show must go on, regardless of what you're wearing. (It was also a valuable lesson in why it's better to travel with carry-on bags than checking them on short trips.)
If driving isn't an option for you, my two favorite tips from CN's article are to find an airport with a lot of flights and be open to alternate airports. If you're reasonably flexible with your travel plans, you can often find another way home or to your destination with minimal pain.
What's your biggest cancellation nightmare? Commiserate in the comments section and give us some ideas.
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How To Improve And Differentiate The Passenger Experience
July 15, 2014 by Matt Sill · Leave a Comment
Go through enough harrowing travel experiences, and you might start to wonder whether airports, airlines and security personnel are conspiring to conduct a cruel, long-term experiment on just how much stress and misery travelers can take.
Contrary to popular belief, many officials are working to make the experience better for travelers. An encouraging blog post on FutureTravelExperience.com features some technologies and ideas that airports are trying out to make travel more pleasurable.
Many airports have started introducing music — both recorded and performed live — as a way to enhance the passenger experience. And this choice wasn't made on a whim! Results of a study by researchers at Montreal's McGill University released in March 2013 say that listening to music helps with four major health-related factors: "management of mood, stress, immunity and as an aid to social bonding."
FTE's article mentions regular musical performers at the Seattle-Tacoma airport, and that introducing music for its travelers' enjoyment has increased the airport's Airport Service Quality (ASQ) score to 4.14 out of 5.
I have even enjoyed an authentic Chicago blues band while waiting for my luggage at Chicago Midway's baggage carousels. This is one way to reduce the stress, while waiting for your bag to arrive at the carousel.
Places To Rest
It's safe to say that much of the stress and unhappiness around air travel happens because of a lack of rest. From waking up early to wait in long security lines and gate seating areas, everything's a little worse when you don't have the rest you need.
Helsinki Airport has created some potential solutions to the stress and exhaustion of travel: relaxation areas with sleeping tubes, rocking chairs and even a book swap.
Traveling to Abu Dhabi? The Guide To Sleeping In Airports, a blog dedicated to exactly what the name says, mentions sleep pods right out in the middle of the terminal with roll-up shades that completely enclose travelers trying to get a bit of shut-eye.
In the United States, Minute Suites at airports in Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth and Philadelphia offer a private place to catch a quick nap or enjoy some peace and quiet to get a bit of work done at the airport. The price is $34 an hour.
Or if you've got the time, you can purchase a day pass at an airline's travel lounge and spend a few hours there between your flights. For example, a day pass at Delta's Sky Club is $50 for a single day. The chairs are comfortable, there's snack food available, and even easy access to electrical outlets and wifi.
What's Your Experience?
Have you experienced any of these new travel amenities? Seen something we didn't mention! Comment here with your thoughts.
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Airliners, Travelers Need Luggage Etiquette
July 8, 2014 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
As airlines keep raising and creating fees, people are always going to look for ways to avoid paying them. Luggage fees are no different. No one wants to spend an extra $50 just to to check one suitcase, so everyone is bringing on carry-on's, which are creating further problems and serious breaches in good manners.
As passengers, we need to have some etiquette about our luggage, like not whacking people in the noggin with it, or not cramming both your bags in the overhead bin. This prevents other people from getting their bag into the bin, which means they'll have to gate check them, which means they'll have to get them at baggage claim. It also means the boarding process is slowed down, which means we all reach our destination much more slowly.
Pack lightly. If your rollaboard is completely full for a 4 day trip, you may have too much stuff. Imagine having to pay for your luggage by the pound. Now what could you get rid of? What is it you don't actually need? Once you figure that out, you may be down to a reasonable amount.
Of course, you could always ship your belongings, possibly for much less than you're going to pay in baggage fees. You can even ship your suitcase itself in a box. Ask your local Fedex or UPS store for help.
Finally, arrive early, and maybe consider buying a seat upgrade. For the cost of a checked bag, you may be able to upgrade for the same amount, and ride in much more comfort than your original seat. Not only that, you can get on board early and find a place for your luggage. So weigh your options: fly for less — in less comfort — and check/gate check your bag, or fly in more comfort and have your bag on board with you.
Passengers aren't the only ones who should have to display some patience and manners. We hope the airlines can encourage this etiquette as well. Make sure people are only putting one bag in the overhead bin. Adopt a seating system where the people who sit near the back can get on first (and then make sure they're not putting their bag up front). And would it be too much to ask that the overhead bins actually be large enough to hold everyone's bags?
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Here's Why Plane Ticket Prices Change Every Day
July 3, 2014 by Matt Sill · Leave a Comment
These days, air travel seems pricier than ever (and that the amenities less amenable than ever). Would you believe, though, that when you adjust for inflation, airfares have actually fallen by about 50 percent in the past 30 years? It's true, according to a chart-filled article in The Atlantic.
That's no consolation to the average passenger, though. Paying hundreds of dollars just to get from Point A to Point B — often with nary a free bag of peanuts to soothe them — leaves many travelers with a bad taste in their mouths.
But perhaps even more frustrating than the high price of air travel is the constant change in exactly how high they'll be. That's because there are many factors, some not even remotely related to the airlines themselves, that determine what your airfare will be. And some of those factors change by the day.
Here's a look at three of those factors, drawn from a Fox News article on the "9 Surprising Factors That Influence The Price Of Your Airline Ticket."
- The Price Of Oil: Gas prices ruin everything, from the cost of your daily trip to the office to the price tag on your plane ticket. Fuel has been airlines' No. 1 operating expense since 2011, and so airlines keep adding fuel surcharges to the price.
- The Timing Of Your Flight: Convenience is costly. So is flying when everyone else wants to fly. That's why it can be extra pricey to fly on major holidays, spring break and even dates like the Super Bowl. The least-expensive days to fly: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and sometimes Saturdays.
- The Government: Yes, there really is a Sept. 11 Security Fee. It's rising to $11.20 per round-trip flight later this year, and that's on top of the taxes and other fees airlines tack on to the price of your ticket to pay the government.
- Strike A Bargain: Looking for your best bet on ticket prices? Several websites, including Fare Detective, Kayak and even the search engine Bing now offer historical fare comparisons that will let you know when it's "safe" to buy.
What's the best deal you've ever gotten on a plane ticket? What's the most you've ever paid? Share your booking tales with us in the comments section.
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Avoid These Common Travel Scams
June 26, 2014 by Matt Sill · Leave a Comment
Benjamin Corey is an author, speaker, and blogger who frequently travels internationally, so he knows part of the travel game is for some locals to try to rip off unsuspecting tourists. He's always on his guard and knows most travel scams. But after his flight to the Democratic Republic of Congo was delayed by a few hours, he found himself stranded outside the airport without his designated ride.
In a very dangerous area, he was very relieved when a taxi driver called his name and announced himself as the new ride. Turns out, this taxi driver was not his new designated ride at all, and Corey found himself in a life-or-death situation. Corey was able to draw on his years of experience and knowledge to escape the situation unharmed, frightened and embarrassed, but able to see where he went wrong. (It's an interesting read.)
We were reminded of Benjamin's story after seeing a Mental Floss article about several different travel scams flogged on unsuspecting tourists. Here are a few of our "favorites," and how you can avoid them.
- The Store Scam: A local starts up a conversation and mentions that his family owns a local store where you can get great deals on local goods. Deals that sound too good to be true (which should be your first clue). When you go to the store, you will be extorted and badgered for everything you have, and the deals aren't that good to begin with.
- The Change Scam: Merchants will often try to not give you exact change back, or give you change with incorrect exchange rates. To prevent this, carry small bills/coins or pay with your credit card. This helps you avoid getting shortchanged on the exchange rate as well.
- The Taxi Scam: The very same scam that Benjamin Corey knew to avoid but still fell victim to. Before getting into cabs, ask if the driver knows the directions and for the ride fee. If he or she cannot answer, the ride is likely not legitimate. Try to only catch cabs in front of an airport or hotel, rather than just flagging one down that "looks like" a cab. If at all possible, arrange for a private driver to pick you up beforehand. Try to get a photo of your driver emailed to you, and ask him or her to confirm with you, even with a simple passphrase, like "John sent me."
- The Distraction Scam: You're walking down the street. Someone bumps into you, spilling their drink or food on you in the process. They apologize and try to help clean you up, or so you think. You were actually just pickpocketed. Keep your money secured on your person, and don't carry everything with you.
- The Fake Cop scam: If a cop asks for you to pay a fine on the spot, he's most likely looking for a bribe. Respond by politely saying you will only pay at a police station. Stick to this answer even if the cop becomes loud and aggressive.
- The Dropped Ring Scam: A local will say he found a dropped gold ring, which likely isn't even gold. He will give it to you, then demand a finder's fee. He may even begin shouting to attract attention in the hopes of embarrassing you into paying. Don't accept the ring in the first place, and just walk away. Drop it again, if necessary.
In all cases, it's best to walk away from the situation as soon as you realize what's going on. Never hand anyone your money, your camera, or any of your belongings. Keep your wallet and money in a secure place. And always take an official taxi; never accept a ride from a local.


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Rural/Metro has purchased seven new ambulances at a cost of nearly $1 million, and company officials said the new vehicles should keep area emergency care on the cutting edge.
The ambulances include state-of-the-art devices that will help with treating patients before they get to the hospital, according. Jerry Harnish, Rural/Metro regional director.
"Braun (the provider) tends to be a high end builder, and has made a fleet that's designed for high performance," Harnish said. "With each new order for units, we have learned what can be done for patient care."
Harnish said Knox County has a strict vehicle age requirement, causing the need for Rural/Metro to replace some of its fleet. The vehicles can't be more than six years old or have more than 350,000 miles on them. He knew that seven ambulances would be hitting this mark, which made vital the move to replace them.
"We need a certain number of new ambulances and can't afford to wait until the end of the year," Harnish said. "We want to make sure they are on the road by the end of the year."
Each ambulance is a $130,000 investment with the total for all of the new ambulances coming to around $910,000.
The ambulances are equipped with LUCAS 2, an automated chest compression device that delivers automated, uninterrupted chest compressions at a consistent rate and depth. The portable device will allow EMTs to more thoroughly assist patients before they reach the hospital.
Harnish said he hopes to have the new vehicles out on the road by Dec. 31 at the latest. He added that Rural/Metro plans to bring in 14 more over the course of 2014.
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Lim Khim Wah-Goh V Shem flirted with danger before checking into the second round of the men's doubles in the World Championships at the Tianhe Gymnasium.
They struggled to find their footing en route to defeating Scotland's Martin Campbell-Patrick Machugh 22-20, 21-17 on Tuesday.
Fortunately, their opponents were weaker. Otherwise, they would have been knocked out in the first round.
Today, they will take on compatriots Hoon Thien How-Tan Wee Kiong and both pairs will be seeking to redeem themselves.
Khim Wah admitted that they did not complement each other well, before justifying it by saying they found it hard to adjust to the windy conditions inside the stadium.
"There was a strong wind and we just couldn't control our shots. They were going haywire. On top of that, the Scottish pair played well and showed some good skill," said Khim Wah.
"We'll only get better. This is my second world meet but I believe V Shem is experienced enough to handle himself well. He has played in many tournaments too.
"We are determined to go far here. Malaysia have not won a world title in the men's doubles and we are motivated to end that agony."
V Shem admitted that it won't be easy taming training mates Thien How-Wee Kiong "although we have beaten them in local tournaments".
"Our standards are almost equal. It can be anyone's game. We know each other's game well ... that will make it difficult for both pairs. The good news is that at least one Malaysian pair will be in the third round," he said.
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What materials did you use? Quilting weight cotton, muslin, flax seed, lavender, chamomile flowers, sewing machine
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White rice will work, but there are a couple of reasons why I would not suggest it: pointy ends could make the pack a little prickly, and rice is highly susceptible absorbing to moisture. Flax seed is easily found in the health food section of the grocery store, not overly expensive, stable in a normal environment, nice feel in this project for comfort, and has no smell.
I do not like to purchase on computer. where can I buy patterns in stores?
Wanda, this is a free pattern. Above, under name of website or photo is the Relax Pack Project in red, click that link to go to my web site www.sharonhollanddesigns.com for a free download. The pack has flax seed inside to heat up.
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Glenwood Canyon Crash Closes WB I-70
A crash involving multiple tractor-trailers and cars has shut down part of westbound Interstate 70 through Glenwood Canyon.
Amtrak Resumes Service In Western Colorado
Amtrak trains are running again between Denver and western Colorado now that tracks damaged by last month's flooding have been repaired.
Driver Dies After Head On-Crash With Semi On I-70 On Western Slope
A woman has died and three people in the car she was driving were hurt early Wednesday morning on Interstate 70 in Glenwood Canyon when their car crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a semi head-on.
Patrol IDs 3 Killed In Glenwood Canyon Crash
The Colorado State Patrol has identified three people in a car who were killed in a head-on with a semitrailer on Interstate 70 in Glenwood Canyon in a construction zone over the weekend.
Blizzard Dumps New Snow In Colorado Mountains
An overnight blizzard left parts of the Colorado mountains covered in new snow Sunday, and more snow is on the way for the northern Colorado mountains.
3 Killed On I-70 In Crash In Glenwood Canyon
The Colorado State Patrol says three people are dead after the Audi they were riding in collided head on with a semitrailer on Interstate 70 in Glenwood Canyon.
Driver Nearly Hit By Massive Boulder On I-70 Was 'In Shock'
A driver talked with CBS4 about her close call with a giant boulder that fell onto Interstate 70.
Colorado River To Be Stocked With Hofer Rainbows
Wildlife officials say several thousand fish were killed when a monsoonal downpour in July washed silt and debris into the Colorado River below Dotsero and through the Glenwood Canyon.
Search & Rescue Crews Believe Floatation Devices Could Have Saved Lives
Search and rescue crews believe that two people who have died on the Colorado River in Glenwood Canyon in the past week could have been saved if they wore personal floatation devices.
Snow, Crashes Close Eastbound I-70 For 3 Hours Through Glenwood Canyon
A multi-car crash on Interstate 70 at milepost 121, five miles east of Glenwood Springs closed eastbound lanes Thursday.


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Will Watch Dogs and Destiny Jump-Start Next-Gen Gaming?
Watch Dogs and Destiny are two of the biggest games announced for the latest console generation, which includes the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Wii U. Both games will land on Xbox One and PlayStation 4, while Watch Dogs will also hit the Wii U sometime this fall, reports IGN. What's so great about these games? Based on what we've seen so far, they look like they'll show off what the new generation of gaming consoles can really do. They're also currently sitting at the top of the pre-order charts by VGChartz data, so lots of people can't wait to get their hands on them.
Watch Dogs
Watch Dogs takes place in an open-world version of a futuristic Chicago. You play as a hacker who can use his phone to do things like mess with traffic lights and peer into the digital lives of people nearby. You have a lot of power to engage with your environment and a lot of ways to complete the missions in the game. In other words, it's like a Grand Theft Auto for the digital age.
Watch Dogs was originally set to release back in November, which would have landed it in a sweet spot to coincide with the launch of Xbox One and PlayStation 4, as well as the holiday selling season. But Ubisoft made the call to delay it a few months in order to put an extra layer of polish on it. Even though that move probably cost the company quite a bit of money, it also shows a rare devotion to quality. As senior producer Dominic Guay told Polygon, "We thought it was for the best, though, because the expectations for Watch Dogs were high and we wanted to make sure we delivered exactly what we promised gamers."
Watch Dogs will be released on May 27 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3. For Wii U, it will land sometime this fall. For more details on the game, you can read hands-on previews at GameSpot, Joystiq, and Game Informer.


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Recognized by National Public Radio as "one of the most outstanding concert organists in the United States," Jonathan Biggers will present a concert at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 23, at Piedmont College Demorest.
The concert, featuring the Piedmont Chapel Sewell Organ, is free and everyone is invited. The Chapel is located at 992 Central Avenue in Demorest. The concert will include works by Craig Phillips, Herbert Howells, Charles-Marie Widor, Max Reger, and J.S. Bach's Toccata and Fugue in F-major.
Biggers maintains an active career as both a professor of organ and harpsichord, and as a concert organist of the first order. He holds the Edwin Link Endowed Professorship at Binghamton University (State University of New York) and has presented hundreds of concerts in concert hall, church and university settings throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. He has performed solo and concerto performances for several regional and national conventions of the American Guild of Organists, including a performance with the Atlanta Symphony at the 1992 AGO convention, and the opening solo concert for the 2010 AGO convention held in Washington D.C.
He has also appeared as a featured soloist with orchestras in the United States, Canada, and Europe, including performances with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Minnesota Orchestra, the Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, and has been featured frequently on NPR ("Pipedreams"), the Canadian Broadcast Corporation (CBC), and on Radio and Television Suisse Romande broadcasts in Geneva, Switzerland.
A new chamber music ensemble, "Piedmont Camerata," will perform at 4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 24, in a free concert at the Center for Worship and Music in Demorest. The ensemble includes...Read more


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Algebra 1 Please bobpursley again
Thanks to everyone for trying to help me. This is not really a question but an answer to what grade level this promblem is for my son is in ninth grade. Thank You all again
Saturday, September 12, 2009 at 11:27pm
5th grade
Will someone tell me a webpage my daughter can get help on solving equations, word problems w/ algebraic chains...or for 5th grade math. Thank you
Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 6:12pm
1. He is upset because she got a very good grade. 2. He is upset because she got very good grade. (Do we have to use 'a' before 'very good grade' or not?)
Monday, September 7, 2009 at 5:01pm
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Monday, August 24, 2009 at 8:42pm
How would the information about grade and frequency change if there were twice as many of each grade? Grade Frequency A 2 B 8 C 11 D 2 F 1 I think that the grades would double if there was twice as many. Thanks.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 8:27pm
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what classes should i take in 10th grade?
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Thursday, May 7, 2009 at 4:58pm
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Monday, April 20, 2009 at 8:58pm
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Monday, April 20, 2009 at 2:55pm
8th grade Algebra
I'm trying to help my young friend -- and am totally lost. He has a math crossword puzzle and here are three words we cannot find. 11. The number of solutions of a system in which the lines are parallel 11 letters, probably beginning with N 14. A line used when the points ...
Friday, April 17, 2009 at 10:54pm
what causes an electromagnetic spectrum?
Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at 5:49pm
3rd grade
in the book " how to be cool in the third grade. Do you think Robbie was cool and why
Monday, March 30, 2009 at 7:47pm
8th Algebra
If S represents the greater of the two solutions of the equation x^2 - 4x - 3 = 5, then : A) S>3 B) S<3 C) S=3 D) relationship cannot be determined and why ? I don't understand this one at all.
Sunday, March 29, 2009 at 9:11pm
math (grade 11 operations with radicals)
Simplify sqrt12 + sqrt18 - sqrt27 + sqrt 50 thnx a lot any help is greatly appriceted.... these are grade 11 radical expressions and the answer for this is : - -sqrt3 + 8sqrt2
Friday, March 27, 2009 at 9:39pm
6th grade
Do you have online readings and questions for my son, who is in 6th grade? I see lesson plans, but I don't see the information to give out. Please let me know about this, thank you.
Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 1:02pm
8th Grade Algebra
I don't know how to do these types of problems whatsoever. 1) It takes a small jet plane 4 hours less time than it takes a propeller-driven plane to travel from Glen Rock to Oakville. The jet plane averages 637 km/h while the propeller plane averages 273 km/h. How far is ...
Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 7:32pm
8th Grade Algebra: HELP ME PLEASE!
I am having a hard time figuring out the equations for these problems. 1) The perimeter of a rectangle is 160 feet. One fourth the length is the same as twice the width. Find the demensions for the rectangle. 2) Lorena bought 10 packs of styrofoam cups for the graduation dance...
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 7:29pm
8th Grade Algebra
I need help with these problems: 1) A vending machine takes only nickels and dimes. There are 5 times as many dimes as nickels in the machine. The face value of the coins is $4.40. How many of each coin are in the machine? 2) A vending machine takes only nickels and dimes. At ...
Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 10:30pm
First grade social studies
my son is in first grade and has to do a project as the curator for the american symbols. I am looking for a reputable website and having difficulty sorting out which ones to use. Can anyone help?
Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 2:40pm
Social studies needs your help!!
I am in a very tight situation. I am a grade 4 social studies teacher. In my classroom, I have students of mixed ability. Some students are above grade level, some on grade level and some below grade level. The bulk of students is below grade level. What activities or ...
Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at 11:17pm
A road sign at the top of a mountain indicates that for the next 4 miles the grade is 12%. Find the angle of the grade and the change in elevation for a car descending the mountain.
Thursday, February 5, 2009 at 11:24pm
i was trying to calculate wut grade i got if the avg on a midterm was 47.76 and the mean was 10.19 i got 37 wut grade did i get?
Thursday, February 5, 2009 at 5:06pm
8th Grade Math (Algebra1)
I actually have a few different problems that are giving me trouble. The first: We have to use the motion problem formula: d=rt and make a table containing the elements: rate: * time: = distance ------------------------------ label #1 label #2 The Directions for this problem...
Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at 9:21pm
there is a graph, and the title is Students who dress up for spirit week.60 grade 7 boys did,70 grade 7 girls did,70 grade 8 boys did, and 80 gr 8 girls did. the question is what this graph is showing. I put the graph is showing how many gr 7 boys dressed up for spirit week, ...
Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 10:46pm
Three students from grades 10,11 and 12 were elected to the student council. Grade 10: Tom(T), Sally(s) and Bill(B) Grade 11: Jerry(J),Anne(A)and Connie(C) Grade 12: Dan(D), Martha(M) and Gwen(G) A three member committee is to be formed with one person from each grade. All ...
Friday, January 30, 2009 at 10:54pm
8th Grade Algebra Answer Check
Josh and Racquel sold corn dogs and burritos at the math club fundraiser. The corn dogs(c) cost $.35, and the burritos(b) cost $.75. They sold a total of 600 items, and raised $360. a)Write an equation for the total # of items sold. b)Write and equation for the total cost of ...
Sunday, January 25, 2009 at 10:36am
8th graders have a writing test coming up and they have to write an expository essay. The biggest problem is, I don't know what that is...help! If you can tell me and also give me an example. Thanks -MC
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 10:45am
3rd grade
my son is in the third grade. how do you figure out the mass
Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at 7:55pm
Persuasive writing....
I will be teaching my grade 5 students a lesson on persuasive writing. Do you know where I could find some sample persuasive essays to show them, especially ones that are on fifth grade level. Thanks for your help
Friday, December 5, 2008 at 11:37pm
What skills will you teach and how will you teach them in mathematics. need 200 words and all I have so far is: I can teach this concept to students in a lower elementary grade and to students in a middle school grade by
Friday, November 21, 2008 at 10:19pm
8th advanced math
how do you turn 3y=-2x+6 into slope intercept form?
Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 5:06pm
describing how you can teach this concept to students in a lower elementary grade and to students in a middle school grade.
Monday, November 17, 2008 at 9:04pm
8th grade
(a)on july 15,2007 , the national debt of the united states of americawas a little more than 8.8 trillion dollars. at that time, the population of the united states was a little more than 300 million. approximately how much money would each of the 300 million people living in ...
Thursday, November 13, 2008 at 11:57pm
8th grade
A) light travels at approximately 186,000 miles per second. approximately how far will it travel in 1 minute? express your answer in scientific notation B) the sun is approximately 93,000,000 miles from the earth. about how long does it take light to travel from the sun to the...
Thursday, November 13, 2008 at 11:50pm
5th Grade student teacher: Needs ur help....
What fun activity could I use to to teach 5th grade students about the Constitution?
Thursday, November 6, 2008 at 8:51pm
repost of composition
mentioned earlier that I was doing an essay on the Taj Mahal. Here is my draft for it and I'd like you to revise it;any tips are highly appreciated. I used the first site i found on google when I typed in Taj Mahal essay help (since i cant give a link) Thanks-MC The Taj ...
Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at 10:03am
I mentioned earlier that I was doing an essay on the Taj Mahal. Here is my draft for it and I'd like you to revise it;any tips are highly appreciated. I used the first site i found on google when I typed in Taj Mahal essay help (since i cant give a link) Thanks-MC The Taj ...
Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at 6:15pm
8th gr algebra
joan invested some money in bonds at 6% and $8000 less that in stocks at 5% .her total intrest is $1690. how much was invested in stocks? help please.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at 11:15pm
Algebra 1: 8th Grade
Montreal and Quebec City are about 260km apart along Route 20 in Canada. Sylvia is leaving Montreal to go to Quebec City at a speed of 90km per hour. And Anne is leaving Quebec City to go to Montreal at a speed of 105km per hour. a) When and where do Slyvie and Anne pass each ...
Monday, October 27, 2008 at 11:12pm
7th grade
can you just give me a math riddle thats understandable to 7 th grade
Monday, October 27, 2008 at 6:56pm
8th Grade Algebra
Musicians generate sound waves when they sing or play an instrument. The rate at which a sound wave vibrates determines the musical note, or pitch, that you hear. For example, The A note above a note called Middle C has a frequency of 440 vibrations per second. 18) When two ...
Sunday, October 26, 2008 at 6:13pm
8th Grade Math
Tom was floating down the river on a raft when, 1km lower down, Michael took to the water in a rowing boat. Michael rowed downstream at his fastest pace. Then he turned around and rowed back, arriving at this starting point just as Tom drifted by. If Michael's rowing speed...
Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at 7:57pm
Science-8th Grade
5. Volume is an object is how much ________ it takes up. 6. When we measure the temperature of an object in the metric system, we use _______ 7. Scientist say that measuring mass of an object means measuring how much matter something has. What is matter? 8. You are a space ...
Monday, September 29, 2008 at 11:16pm
education class
What would a good teaching strategy be for language arts in a grade 1 classroom and a grade 8 classroom?
Sunday, September 28, 2008 at 7:59pm
-2(18+19)8th x 19 +18 divided by 9 seventh power x 6
Monday, September 15, 2008 at 7:40pm
crayon riddle 8th grade
Rachel loves to color. One of her fat crayons wears down to nothing after 15 hours and her skinny crayon wears down to nothing after 6 hours.. One day she starts coloring at 10:30am with two crayons one fat one skinny with the same height. At what time will the skinny crayon ...
Monday, September 15, 2008 at 11:27am
(3.21x10 to the 8th)(6.32x10 to the -12th) is it... 20.2872x10 to the -4th?
Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 8:28pm
i have a question on scientific notation. is you have: 8x10 to the 5th power over 2x10 to the -3rd power is the answer 4x10 to the 8th?
Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 8:23pm
reading 4th grade
looking for someone to tell me where I can find anything on "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing"
Monday, August 11, 2008 at 10:20pm
5th grade expectations
my son is going to the fifth grade. What do I need to do to make sure he is ready?
Friday, July 18, 2008 at 8:39am
Problem Solving
Lindsey has 75% as her final grade, but after she writes her exam she gets 85%. If her exam is worth 7.5%, what is her final grade.
Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 3:14pm
about economics book
any has the question's answer of arnold roger's micro economics book(8th edition).pls help me.
Friday, June 13, 2008 at 11:43pm
Part 1
Consider the following selection statement where X is an integer test score between 0 and 100. input X if (0 <= X and X < 49) output "you fail" else if (50 <= X and X < 70) output "your grade is" X output "you did OK" else if (70 <...
Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 4:57pm
Part 1
input X if (0 <= X and X < 49) output "you fail" else if (50 <= X and X < 70) output "your grade is" X output "you did OK" else if (70 <= X and X < 85) output "your grade is" X output "you did well" else if (...
Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 4:55pm
what happens when there is excess of glucose in the blood? please give the answer big and simple bcz im an 8th standard student
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 12:50pm
Science 8th grade
please check my answer thanks I need to write at least one paragraph regaurding this Urinalysis is a very commo diagnostic test. Describe and name the poddible abnormal results related to the test.. indicate the disorders tha these abnormal test results may sugguest. My answer...
Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at 7:47am
The grade of a road is 7%. What angle does the road make with the horizontal? I'm confused!! What is the grade of a road? Thanks for the help!
Monday, March 10, 2008 at 8:51pm
science: help
i need to do a science fair project. i am in 7th grade and my teacher said that it can't be something a 6th grade or younger could do. i wanted to do something with kinetic energy. like maybe drop an egg from different heights and measure its k.e. any suggestions?
Friday, March 7, 2008 at 4:14pm
finf the definite integral of the following h(u)=cos^2(1/8*u) (8th*u)
Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at 3:48am
8th math
What are the odds of having a coin land tails up on 4our consecutive tosses of the coin. I took (1/2)^4 and got 1/16 but my teacher counted it wrong is 1/16th right?
Saturday, March 1, 2008 at 4:19pm
Saturday, February 9, 2008 at 1:10pm
I have to write an analysis of Catullus 8th poem. Tips on how to write analysis please?
Sunday, January 27, 2008 at 10:54am
Any one got any book recommendations for a 8th to 9th grader?
Sunday, October 28, 2007 at 4:51pm
I need some recommendations for a challenging book for an voracious reader who can read advanced books and understand them. Somewhere of a reading level of 8th,9th or 10th.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 7:58pm
find the average of a block being propelled propelled by an elastic band. very sorry to disturb Mr bobpurlsey again. i am very thankful to you replies. the only problem that lies in the answer is that i haven't been taught hooke's law in Grade 11. which indicates 1/2kx...
Wednesday, June 13, 2007 at 7:49pm
I dunno. Why don't u wait 4 a teacher 2 answer that? I guess any grade that can type and ask Qs. :p any grade.
Monday, May 7, 2007 at 6:27pm
what is a good historical fiction book for an 8th grade reader? There are several good historical fiction books listed in these sites. http://www.education-world.com/summer_reading/8th_grade.shtml http://www.ci.torrance.ca.us/Library/11496.htm I can recommend ...
Wednesday, March 21, 2007 at 3:54pm
Ted must have an average of 70 or more in his summer course to obtain a grade of C. His first three test grades were 75, 63,and 68. Write an inequality representing the score that Ted must get on the last test to get a C grade. Let X be the grade on the next test. The average ...
Monday, March 19, 2007 at 11:58am
????Math Question????8th grade adv.math
Algebra! How is the distance formula and the pythagorean theroem similar? The distance formula follows from the pythagorean theorem. You have to apply it twice: If (x1, y1, z1) are the coordinates of a point 1 and (x2, y2, z2) are the coordinates of point 2, then the distance ...
Wednesday, February 7, 2007 at 8:36pm
math magic square
on a four by four grid distribute the numbers 1 through 8 and -1 through -8 so that all horizontal, vertical and main diagonals equal zero http://mathworld.wolfram.com/MagicSquare.html You have to b a smart kid to answer this soo you cant you dumb ass i am an 8th grade ...
Tuesday, February 6, 2007 at 7:44am
An object moves in a circular path with constant speed. Is the object's velocity constant? Is its acceleration constant? Please explain. From what I've learned in my 8th grade science class, when velocity changes is when the direction or speed changes. So if it is ...
Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at 7:48pm
What is 4 to the 8th power? paste this in the google search window: 4^8= 65536 thanks but rc
Monday, November 13, 2006 at 7:57pm
Homework grades are 5% of the overall grade. Lab work is 15% of the overall grade. Tests are 60% of the overall grade. The Final is 20% of the overall grade. Could a student that has a 75 homework average, 80 lab average, 40 test average, and 50 on the final pass the course? ...
Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at 11:49pm
5th grade math
What is the value of n 9*27+2*31-28=n
Monday, August 25, 2014 at 6:54pm
maths 8th standard
Caco3/ಶಾಖ cao+co2↑ ಈ ಸಮೀಕರŃ5;ದ ಸಹಾಯದņ3;ಂದ 25'g' ಕ್ಯಾಲņ3;ಸಿಮ
Monday, August 25, 2014 at 10:11am
Pure Maths
A container is in the shape of a right circular cone (inverted) with both height and diameter 2 meters. It is being filled with water at a rate of (pi)m^3 per minute. Fine the rate of change of height h of water when the container is 1/8th full(by volume). (Volume of a right ...
Saturday, August 16, 2014 at 4:11am
grade 7 maths
Missing input W+9=14
Monday, August 4, 2014 at 12:53pm
Essay Topic (Synthesis)
Is the topic of Immigration Reform in the United States to controversial for my synthesis essay? I am writing a synthesis essay for my class, and it is a big portion of my grade. I have a lot of information about Immigration, but I'm afraid the topic will be too ...
Sunday, August 3, 2014 at 12:37am
Professor Merlin has asked you to help him. He has 5 students who have taken four tests. He wants a program where he can enter the students name and their four test scores. After entering all 5 students then he wants a grade report printed showing the student name and their ...
Thursday, July 24, 2014 at 12:16am
If you are told the mean grade in ECON 2023 is 80 with a standard deviation of 5, what is the probability that if you randomly selected 36 students you would find an average grade of 82 or more? I found the Z-score: 82-80/5 Which gave me .6554 then 1-.6554=.3446 So 34% would ...
Sunday, July 6, 2014 at 1:32pm
4th grade math
For a survey, 20 students in one class were asked to name their favorite sport. the tally chart shows the result. Basket ball - 6 soccer-7 hockey - 5 volleyball - 2 suppose all 100 students in the grade were asked to name their favorite sport. how many students would you ...
Thursday, June 5, 2014 at 7:37pm
A sample contains Hydrogen atom ,He+ ion, Li2+, & Be3+ ion. In H atom electron is present in 8th orbit, in He2+ e- is present in 6th orbit, Li2+ in 5th orbit& in Be3+ electron is present in 4th orbit. All the atoms are de-excited to the ground state. Calculate the total no. of...
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 4:36am
Taylor surveys students in one grade level who own at least one pet. She finds that 50% of the students surveyed own 2 pets, 3 students own 3 pets each, and 2 students own 4 pets each. Eight of the students in the grade own 1 pet. Considering the number of pets as the random ...
Monday, May 19, 2014 at 10:21am
Suppose that you are taking a course that has three exams which count for three-fifths of your grade and a final which counts for two-fifths of your grade. On your first three tests your scores on were 84, 72, and 96. To get an B in the course, you must have an average of at ...
Friday, May 9, 2014 at 9:07am
GCSE Physics-Forces affecting falling objects. My falling object is a skydiver Can you please help me to find the information needed? Nothing too complicated please. Here is a list of things I need to include but I have no idea where this information can be found on the ...
Sunday, May 4, 2014 at 2:18pm
GCSE Physics-Forces affecting falling objects. My falling object is a skydiver Can you please help me to find the information needed? Nothing too complicated please. Here is a list of things I need to include but I have no idea where this information can be found on the ...
Sunday, May 4, 2014 at 10:52am
4 the grade math
What's 3/4 of blank=75
Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at 11:35pm
HELP! 5th grade math
Trying to help my child in 5th grade. Shannon pours 4 different liquid ingredients into a bowl The sum of the liquid ingredients is 8.53 liters. Two of her measurements are in milliliters and two of her measurements are in liters. Give an example of possible measurements for ...
Sunday, April 13, 2014 at 10:43pm
9th grade math
Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at 10:56pm
9th grade math
Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at 10:51pm
math - 6th grade
HELP! How do I solve for x: 4x+2=3x+9
Thursday, April 3, 2014 at 6:48pm
Patterns and rules unit test 7th grade
I go to connection acdeamy and I am in the 7th grade regular math Mrs. Janus I just need some help with this test Find the next three terms of the sequence -2,-12,-72,-432... A. -1,728,-6,912,-27,648
Monday, March 31, 2014 at 8:36am
you have a pair of newborn hamsters. each pair that is at least one month old produces a new pair every month. at this rate, you will have 178 hamsters at the end of what month? (The math relay officials said the 10th month but I think that it should be the 8th)
Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at 10:11am
8th grade U.S History
Document B: Daniel Websters argument regarding a national bank, 1833 The argument regarding the national bank starts with the question: Does Congress have the right to charter a 'National Bank'? and can a State Legislature be forced to house a federal institution...
Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at 9:53am
4th grade math
What is 1. 2/3 + 3/6 = 2. 3 1/10 + 17/5 = 3. 3 2/6 - 1 5/6 =
Monday, March 24, 2014 at 6:14pm
math 8th
1. The following circle graph was published in the Cane County annual report. If there are 1,000 registered voters in Cane County, how many are 3545 years old? circle graph (1 point) 150 voters
Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 5:59pm
Grade 6 math
What is 2 to the 2nd power
Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 5:53pm
8th Grade Science (Periodic Table)
1. What conclusions can be drawn about the relationship between the arrangement of elements on the periodic table and the patterns observed in their properties? Properties of elements are related to atomic numbers. Properties of elements are related to ductility. Properties of...
Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 12:39pm
to ms. sue
what was your 4th grade teacher and why
Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at 11:09pm
6 grade math
How do you solve this problem: x + 2 1/5 = 7?
Monday, March 3, 2014 at 10:36pm
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Uggh...I've been impressed with all of Viking's stuff until this one...
Pours a decent hazy orange. Off-white head fades to a wisp, but stays around.
Just a little faint smoke on the nose (actually, a weird smokiness...not all that good).
Start off with minor smoke on the taste buds. Some grassy flavors here too. Switches to an odd citric sourness in the finish. Not good at all.
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When I open it, the noise lets me know this is gonna be way overcarbonated. Loud "Pffft" sound. I was right. On the pour, I get 3/4 worth of head and 1/4 worth of beer. Smells phenolic and a little sour. Just not right. Mouthfeel is very gassy. Not enjoyable at all. Taste is not as bad as everything else, but it's still below average. Sourness mixes with too many smoky phenols. This is drainpour.
01-09-2006 03:47:24 | More by Bighuge
1.8/5 rDev -34.5%
Tasted on Nov 7, 2007. A pretty clear yellow gold with a faint head. Aroma and flavor was not good. Seemed sour and burnt plastic. Body was thin and it seemed as though they put a couple drops of liquid smoke in it and called it a day. Time to have a Big Swede.
12-16-2008 20:57:44 | More by brewbucker
1.9/5 rDev -30.9%
I was very hopeful for this beer, since I love rauchbeers.
What a disappointment!
Hazy golden with a thin white head, there is none of that great, powerful smell I learned to associate with rauchbiers. It smells like whiskey, corn and just plain alcohol.
It is a little hoppier on the palate than expected, with a very faint smoked taste deep down below (or am I looking too hard??).
This is uncharacteristic of the style, and very poor as a beer anyway.
04-02-2007 20:47:00 | More by brdc
2/5 rDev -27.3%
Pours a hazy amber color, with a 1/4 inch thick, watery, off-white colored head that dissipates quite rapidly to a bubbly ring.
Hidden somewhere behind all the faux smokiness there are some subtle malt aroma, mostly a tad bready and somewhat sweet.
The smokiness is relatively subdued in the flavor, but i don't think that helps at all, as it seems like a badly concocted oktoberfest, with the slight breadiness and slightly sweet malt flavors, but it is fairly ruined by an over abundance of yeasty esters, leading to a sort of smoked lemon flavor, leaving an acrid aftertaste on the palate.
Pretty lackluster, watery body and very thin carbonation, this just doesn't feel that good in the mouth, the smokiness does little to help, only succeeding in making the beer feel greasy. I was really looking forward to trying this "rauchbier" since I am still new to the style and have never tried any made by an American brewer. All in all, this was a big letdown unfortunately.
09-23-2009 02:02:22 | More by Soneast
2.17/5 rDev -21.1%
Pale and hazed golden orangish color of peach skin, very loosely bubbled off white head, some bubbles stay around the edge as it thins out from the middle, minimal spots of lace stick.
Aroma is quite light with a traceable amount of moldy hardwoods, moss, and dirt with a slight hint of smoked meat.
Taste starts weak, builds a nudge to some strange fruityness thats past its prime, old or bruised apple and pear, some slight smokey meats are underneath coming through in some the finish. More like an iced tea with smoked hot dog juices, sounds yummy huh?
Feel is thin, empty, tinny in areas, bland to say the least. I don't know what the hell is going on with Viking but this is ridiculous. Another dud. How do they make the yummy 'Big Swede' then turn around and make this and a few others duds with such a blantant disreguard for character and respect for the end product? Hello...cutting corners are we?
03-03-2004 21:05:38 | More by tavernjef
2.25/5 rDev -18.2%
03-19-2012 00:38:52 | More by deanis30
2.28/5 rDev -17.1%
pours out a clear, perfect amber colour. very thin, fine head. ample lacing. it's perfectly clear now what the house yeast provides the drinker as far as aroma and taste. this beer again is all roasted pumpkin seeds. some hints of smoke and fire. the barley malt flavours are of the glazed caramel vareity...with the rest of the flavour profile seemingly a delicate balance of beechwood and that "pumpkin" taste. in fact it says on the bottle: "a delicate beechwood smoked beer". i swear to god, anyone that has carved pumpkins and oven roasted the seeds will attest to the fact that the marzen beer from viking and now this "rauch" or smoke beer is all about the pumpkins. i'm not kidding. in fact there seems little difference between the copperhead and the rauch. i'm not saying it's bad....just unique. tastes of gourds, squash, carrots and pumpkins. mouthfeel is medium to a bit thin...making for an easy drinking beer if you're into the flavour profile. actually the smoke notes are a bit lame; i'd prefer more of an intensity to my rauch beer. not really recommended.
12-12-2003 03:14:32 | More by budgood1
2.53/5 rDev -8%
Into a pint glass, pours a much lighter than expected golden orange, little white head and some lacing. Aroma is vague, kind of sour but a little smoky, slight citrus. Taste is a let down, the 'rauch' coming out more as a cameo than anything, but mostly sour and cardboard fill the gaps, with a somewhat sweet malt filling the rest out. Not so much boring as blech, its just another from Viking that signals "Chaange coourse, ye fookin skar bookets! Soomthin hars goon askeuu!"
12-19-2006 22:41:32 | More by objectivemonkey
2.58/5 rDev -6.2%
Pours to a hazy copper/orange color with just a rind for a head. The aroma is floral, fruity, and juicy. I dont get any smoke in the aroma. The flavor is very unusual. It is floral and somewhat fruity, again no smoke. It is light bodied and easy drinking with minimal carbonation. A very unusual beer, needs more Rauch malts.
Sampled 5/17/04
08-06-2004 16:53:52 | More by BeerBuilder
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2.58/5 rDev -6.2%
Pale copper with a fleeting head of light beige that dissipates rather quickly and leaves no lace.
Aroma is mild bready and earthy malt with charcoal smoke and a hint of honey sweetness which is offset by an unpleasant astringancy.
Flavor ditto. Meager malt entry with almost corn adjunct notes and some decent beechwood smoke notes that reminds me of what I smell like after doing some smoking in the BBQ pit.
Body is on the lighter side with way too much carbonation and a slick, almost slippery mouthfeel.
05-28-2006 19:26:05 | More by AlexJ
2.65/5 rDev -3.6%
Slightly hazy, orangish hue, smallish head, fizzy, though slight.
Aroma is mysterious...I'm not getting smoke, i'm getting citric fruit, maybe...candy, jolly ranchers...wait, here it comes, it's sneaking out, very subtle...I mean VERY...odd...VERY...
Taste...bleh...damp cardboard...more than blah, we're talking "blih". "bluh", "blaaargh"...damnit, I want to like it, but what is there to like?
It's a beer, you can drink it, but there's not much to enjoy, certainly nothing you'd expect if you were looking forward to the distinct pleasures that can be found in a nice rauchbier.
Wassup wi' dat, huh?
This fails in so many ways...oooh, wait, here's a trickle of smokey taste...whoops, it's gone...forget it...very bland..doesn't succeed as any other kind of brew, and withers and dies as a rauch.
(It does say "delicately beechwood smoked beer" on the label, but there's such a thing as too delicate!)
10-18-2004 06:43:09 | More by feloniousmonk
2.68/5 rDev -2.5%
Orange, sediment particles throughout. Short layer of creamy bubbles. Smells clean, vaguely malty. Thin, almost watery taste. A little pilsner malt flavor. Non-aggressive smoky flavor....a lot like a watered down Schrelenka (sp.) light bodied, kind of flat mouthfeel. Drinks easily, but it's a one note song, and a watery one at that.
06-30-2008 19:13:12 | More by aforbes10
2.7/5 rDev -1.8%
Appearance: What's a Rauch supposed to look like? This beer isn't bad looking, hazy copper with a creamy white head.
Smell: Smells like woodsmoke, that's the only way I can put it. Slightly sweet, but earthy and sharp.
Taste: Not my favorite style, but comapred to Rogue Smoke, this beer is obviously lackluster and underpowered. Rogue gets bigger smoke flavors, hop and malt. This beer has an odd fruitiness in the background, though. As smoke beers go, it is good (mostly because it doesn't have comparatively as much smoke flavor, but if you are looking for a smoke beer, you might want to go something better. Still, I don't like it, the thought of smoke in a beer disagrees with my palate.
Mouthfeel: Fairly thin, but that doesn't make it a bad beer.
Drinkability: Haven't acquired a taste for these yet, but I could handle this one better than i did Rogue Smoke. For what it is, ok.
11-03-2005 03:45:05 | More by TastyTaste
2.75/5 rDev 0%
Hmmmm, it lokks pretty nice with a deep amber color and small white head. The aroma is cider,light smoke and slightly vegetable like. It is medium bodied with a smoked meat-like flavor and maybe a little caramel malt with a smokey finish. It's really lacking in malt base for the smokey flavor. Even the grilled food I ate with it didn't change my impression. Not horrible but definitely lacking.
08-01-2003 21:26:11 | More by jeffboo
2.8/5 rDev +1.8%
Pours out foggy golden yellow and sits hazy copper/amber in the glass with a smallish creamy white head. Fades to a light skim.
Good malt base in the aroma, smokiness is mild and mysterious. Apples, birchwood and a yeasty, candilike aroma. Strange.
Tastes malty up front with a nice toasty base. Smokiness...hardly. Pears and canned peaches and a good amount of hop bitterness leaves your mouth confused searching wildly for any trace of smoke flavor. Only sign of smoked malt come from the light oily residue left in the mouth, like liking the inside of a cold pizza box from Dominos.
Somewhat creamy with crisp carbonation in a medium -full body. Carries itself well.
As far as beer drinking is concerned, it's pallatable. In the realm of smoked beers....this isn't even on the charts. I'm not impressed with this "Rauchbier."
11-29-2004 05:10:06 | More by Skidz
2.83/5 rDev +2.9%
Pours a golden yellow color with a white head. In the aroma, small smoke and a sweet maltiness. In the taste, a dry maltiness and a small presence of smoke. A smooth mouthfeel and a small dry smoke in the aftertaste. Needs more smoke, yet smooth and OK.
01-03-2008 16:15:56 | More by OWSLEY069
2.9/5 rDev +5.5%
12oz single, burning a hole in my cellar fridge
appearance: due to the horrible reviews i have delayed opening this and now serve it in a great taste taster glass....pour is a clear pale copper tone with a light beige cap and no retention
smell: burnt rubber? it sure as shit isnt a rauchbier but its heavy on the smoke, smoked sausage, smoked cheddar...this may sound good, but its not
taste: more of that burnt rubber...huge smoke traits dominate anything else... apple, pear and other light fruits. interesting, misnamed, but interesting
mouthfeel: smoked
drinkability: ehh
04-20-2008 02:17:30 | More by dirtylou
2.9/5 rDev +5.5%
More orange than amber, with a shaken snow globe's worth of fine yeast and hardly any head. The pathetic 'pffft' on cap cracking and the paltry amount of foam formation don't bode well for the mouthfeel. On the good side, the head doesn't immediately fade and manages to deposit a decent looking rim of lace.
Viking describes Rauch as 'an Oktoberfest beer made with beechwood smoked malt'. Due to a lack of.... well, pretty much everything... there aren't any characteristics of a marzen and smoke is barely noted. Must be the lack of aerosolization from the less than adequate carbonation.
Rauch is drinkable, but it's an amateurish stab at a rauchbier. It could use more malt, more smoke and more bubbles. I'm still not getting the whole Oktoberfest vibe. Not at all. In the search for a silver lining, at least there are no off-flavors. The silver is slightly tarnished by the fact that the beer is more bitter than it should be.
This is basically an amber lager with a small puff of smoke. I use my hefe weizen banan-o-meter fairly often, but have never bothered to acquire a rauchbier smoke-o-meter. This one would earn a less than impressive 2.0/5.0. Enough to identify the style, but not enough to matter.
The mouthfeel is improving just enough to get an average score. It comes dangerously close to flat, but it has a decent heft for a lager and doesn't lose its way on the finish. Better too little carbonation than too much (in most cases).
Other than Big Swede, I haven't been blown away by anything from Viking. Rauch is one of the simplest and most tame rauchbiers to have ever entered my glass. With a better base beer and with more beechwood smokiness, it might be something worth buying.
04-29-2008 11:54:03 | More by BuckeyeNation
3/5 rDev +9.1%
This is a darker orange brew, lots of tiny cabonation bubbles floating about, with no head, some bubbles on the top. There is a slight smoke scent to it. There is not much to the taste of this, some light smokiness, which is nice, but it ends there. Touch of light malt, not much in the hop department. It seems like they stopped adding ingredients just when it was getting good.
01-09-2005 19:19:21 | More by Tballz420
3.03/5 rDev +10.2%
Thin pour, head generates as a handful of soapy bubbles on one side of the glass. Lighter amber appearance. Miraculously generated pretty nice lacing. "Delicately smoked" but a decided smokiness to the aroma, woody but less than ashy. Weakly carbonated with medium body, perhaps the release of all carbonation is the cause of this. Flavor is a little lacking, slight honey and a balancing smoke that's quite diminished compared to the smell. A leafy tanginess is somewhat confusing and asserts at the close, mixes with the missing carbonation and an almost "homebrew" sense of flat lifelessness to generate a feeling that the beer seems a little unfinished in some qualities.
10-17-2004 18:31:03 | More by ADR
3.05/5 rDev +10.9%
Poured from a bottle into a pint glass. It pours a minimally hazy straw color. A 1/2 inch light tan head forms leaving very little lacing. Modest carbonation visible.
The aroma was the best part with an earthy hops blend mixed with a very light caramel malt background giving it a bready aroma. Minimal smoke in the aroma.
The taste is primarily a smoked malty flavor with some graininess. Reminds me of a lager with some smoke added.
The mouthfeel showed a medium body with light carbonation that does not highlight the flavor. It goes down clean leaving minimal aftertaste.
This beer is drinkable and can definitely enjoyed when the weather warms. However, there are multiple areas for improvement, starting with the intensity of each component.
04-01-2010 00:40:54 | More by SykDoc
3.13/5 rDev +13.8%
Thanks to hopdog for this...
Appears a dark gold with streaky lacing left from the quickly fading off white cap.
Smell is sweet, fruit salad, smokey beechwood.
Taste is of the same aromas, although I'm not sure if that's good.
The mouthfeel is light and watery.
10-16-2005 20:32:36 | More by weeare138
3.13/5 rDev +13.8%
22 ounce bomber into a pint glass
This one has been tucked away in my refrigerator for over a year now. I should also note this is my first review and taste of a rauchbier.
A - Pours a quarter inch head that fades a lace within five minutes. The beer is a reddish, brown color that is quite hazy. In the instance of my beer, there are flakes of malts and grains floating around, but that is probably because it has been sitting for so long.
S - Smokey malts and grains first hit my nose. A stronger whiff brings about sweet, spiced apples comparable to hot apple cider with a stick of cinnamon.
T - Smoked malts and grains are present along with a bit of a wood taste. There is also a decent blend of apples and cinnamon in this beer. Light on carbonation and a medium body.
M - Smokey, wood taste along with the malts and grains up front. Weak amount of carbonation transitions okay, not great to an cinnamon spiced apple finish.
D - This is an interesting style of brew, something that I would like to try more of, but I feel I could only have a few of these in a sitting.
Overall I think the beer lacked the necessary carbonation and fullness of the cinnamon spiced apple to make this a good beer. If those two elements were improved I think this could be a much better beer.
08-23-2009 03:19:26 | More by Wisconsin
3.23/5 rDev +17.5%
Once I tasted this, in my mind it instantly registered as being related to smoked Gouda and Swiss cheeses.
Label states this lager uses Beechwood smoked malts.
It poured a light hazy golden color, with 1/2 finger of bubbly foam. Smoked Gouda aroma, not to campfire intensity, more the soft residual smoke in the brown rind of a smoked cheese. Ring of lacing, and tiny particles of suspended sediment.
Light apple and astringent herbal note, vague smoke in the aftertaste. Not heavy like Schlenkerla, more like a lesser version of their Helles. Medium-bodied due to being unfiltered, but with a somewhat watery finish. This seems to be a common characteristic from Viking. In the body and taste, it falls a little short. Points for creativity here, since there aren't that many Smoked Helles out there.
01-06-2008 22:21:19 | More by emerge077
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So, Ted Thompson signed someone. Someone famous. While it's something of a joke how often we mock TT for inactivity, the name value of Peppers makes this a change from recent offseasons. Having spent the requisite time gloating in the comments section and taking a quick gander at Windy City Gridiron to see how they're reacting, I can now seriously think about a question that's come up plenty; namely, where is Peppers going to play? (Yes, this is just speculation. Speculation is fun. I have a highly active account on a Green Bay Packers blog site in mid-March. $#@% you. Etc.)
Paraphrasing the general zeitgeist: "He's 34 and not a traditional 3-4 end or outside linebacker. He's been a freakish enough athlete to learn either. If he plays OLB, he won't really have to worry about coverage. He'll be a pass rush specialist and be used on obvious passing downs, moving to an end position in nickel/dime."
All of that sounds delightful to me, but what if the comments about being "more multiple" on defense over the offseason suggest that we might actually try to play a 4-3 at various points? Not necessarily as a base, but just to mix things up? Raji supposedly wants to play more of a penetrating tackle spot, and our 3-4 ends could shift inside on such a package, with Neal or Daniels playing end, or, to go the other way, Matthews or Perry. What we would be missing if we wanted to do this was a traditional 4-3 defensive end. Peppers may not be the missing link to carry us from mediocre defense back to 2010 levels, but I do think the options for scheming just expanded.


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Along the Mississippi River and housed in the historic Dubuque Star Brewery building, Stonecliff offers five tastings of its local wines and a commemorative take-home glass. On Friday and Saturday evenings, the nightlife scene picks up here with live music or karaoke in the piano bar. One Friday of every month features a party with food and drink specials on the deck.
- Address: 600 Star Brewery Dr., Dubuque, 52001
- Phone: 563/583-6100
- Hours: Tasting room and wine garden Sun.-Thu. 12-7; Fri. and Sat. 12-11; winter closed Mon.
- Website: www.stonecliffwinery.com
- Location: Galena, Illinois
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Last week, we wrote about how bringing advertising to Snapchat would scare off its users, but it now appears that Snapchat's users might just be the ones who scare off prospective advertisers.
In an interview with Ad Age, the president of global advertising network Tribal Worldwide's U.S. operations said that the rumors of rampant cyber-bullying and sexting on Snapchat platform could dissuade brands from wanting to put their messages beside such unseemly content.
"I struggle to think of any of our clients who would be willing to even pilot advertising on Snapchat," Tribal U.S. president of U.S. operations Rich Guest said. Tribal is a huge agency that handles McDonald's, Volkswagen and Reebok, among many others.
You might remember Tumblr had a similar issue with pornographic content before it was sold to Yahoo for more than $1 billion in May. As it stands, porn is still readily available on Tumblr, although the blogging service did manage to institute a reform that prevents users from searching for blogs using hashtags like #Gay, #Porn, and #NSFW. Tumblr made moderate progress by rolling out a new form of dashboard ads, but it isn't expected to really contribute to Yahoo's revenues until next year.
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Organised crime by Alan Wright ( Book )
12 editions published between 2005 and 2011 in English and held by 189 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This text provides a broadly based introduction to the increasingly important subject of organised crime. It explores all facets of organised crime, and contains case studies illustrating the growth of organised crime at national, international and transnational levels
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This book provides the most comprehensive and authoritative book yet published on the subject of criminal investigation, a rapidly developing area within the police and other law enforcement agencies, and an important sub discipline within police studies. The subject is rarely out of the headlines, and there is widespread media interest in criminal investigation. Handbook of Criminal Investigation provides a rigorous and critical approach to not only the process of criminal investigation but also the context in which this takes place, the theory underlying it, and the variety of factors which
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Big Sean And Naya Rivera Call Off Their Engagement
Oh no! Big Sean and Naya Rivera have called off their engagement! Big Sean's rep released the following statement to Us Weekly:
After careful thought and much consideration, Sean has made the difficult decision to call the wedding off. The recent rumors and accusations reported by so-called or fake sources are simply untrue. Sean wishes Naya nothing but the best and it is still his hope that they can continue to work through their issues privately. We will not be commenting again on this matter.
But are the rumors really untrue if they were started by Naya herself? Naya recently Tweeted:
Stealing Rolexes from a lady's house now. Maybe cuz I'm on Glee and making more money or something.
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Do you live in Colorado? Does your school district or charter school have a compensation system that rewards successful teachers? If not, could you come up with a plan in the next 45 days? There may be state money in it to help your cause.
Led by Senator Nancy Spence (R-Centennial), the Colorado state legislature earlier this year allotted some money for local education agencies that want to develop their own alternative teacher compensation systems. Now the chance has come to put this piece of legislation into action.
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) released an important reminder today:
The program will allow districts to develop their own individual plans to alternatively compensate educators. A result of the passage of House Bill 08-1388, CDE's Office of Professional Services will manage the program, with money appropriated from the Colorado Education Fund.
A total of $980,000 is available for distribution. There is no maximum that any applicant may request. However, a strong justification for the amount being requested is required….
Applications are due Friday, Jan. 30, 2009 and can be found at http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/ALTCOMP.htm. Applicants will be notified of awards by Friday, Feb. 6. Awarded school districts will be required to submit a project completion financial report to CDE for the State Legislature before Tuesday, Sept. 30, following completion of the program planning process. [emphasis added]
Quality classroom instruction is the single most important factor our schools can control to do the best for students like me. And performance-based pay is one important policy tool we have to promote effective teaching.
With its ProComp system (PDF), Denver is one of the local school districts leaders in the movement. Others include Douglas County, Eagle County, Harrison, and Fort Lupton. Charter schools like Liberty Common School and The Classical Academy also have been innovators in the area of teacher compensation.
Through the legislature's initiative and CDE's administration, more local innovation in how teachers are paid soon may be coming to Colorado.
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|Hamlet Research Paper: Find, Evaluate, and Select Appropriate Research Sources
|Students will learn why general Internet search engines are not always the best first-source for research papers (yielding only 25%, at best, of available Web information, according to Devine and Egger-Sider in Going Beyond Google). The essential questions for this lesson include: How can I use the Internet to accurately determine how much of Hamlet is based on true historical events?
|3 years 3 weeks ago
|Mathematical Magnitude: Research Using Print Sources
|This lesson is designed to teach students to use a print source to locate and use information about his/her career choice in order to answer the essential question: How are mathematics used in real life?
|2 years 41 weeks ago
|Closing Lesson for the Gothic Genre
|The gothic introductory lesson is the pre-curser to a unit on gothic literature. At the close of the lesson the students will be asked to complete a culminating project on the genre in conjunction with the school librarian. The students must create a display within the library that outlines gothic literature and features selections of gothic literature within the display. Students will also be required to write a short essay, answer the following essential question: How does the "gothic" or popular culture compare with the "gothic" of American Literature?
|2 years 39 weeks ago
|Secret Life of Bees Research
|Students are to use the connection of the setting and time period of the novel, The Secret Life of Bees, to make connections to events in the novel to events in America's history. The essay should provide information about the topic as well as explain its significance. Student's sample essential question will be along the lines of "What is the [insert topic here] and how did it affect the Civil Rights Movement in this country?"
|2 years 33 weeks ago