The black Death(1340s) Laura Runthal Overview Originated in 1338 in Kyrgyzstan. It spread by way of the Silk Road or by ship to Europe. By the end of 1346 it had reached the seaports of Europe. In 1348 the disease spread northwest across Europe, including England. It killed between 75 and 200 million people by current estimates. The Black Death was one of the most devastating pandemics in human history, peaking in Europe between 1347 and 1350. The speed with which the disease could kill was
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INDIAN SPORTS ANDRES MÄLLO 9.A INDIAN SPORTS • Kabaddi • Kho kho • Pehlwani • Gilli-danda • Contact sport KABADDI • Originated in ancient India • It is known by its regional names in different parts of the subcontinent, such as kabadi in Tamil Nadu, Kabaddi in Karnataka, hadudu in Bengal, bhavatik in Maldives, kauddi in the Punjab region and chedugudu in Andhra Pradesh KHO KHO • Tag sport • Indian subcontinent • Played by teams of twelve players • Nine enter the field • Who try to avoid being touched by members of the opposing team
INDIAN SPORTS ANDRES MÄLLO 9.A INDIAN SPORTS · Kabaddi · Kho kho · Pehlwani · Gilli-danda · Contact sport KABADDI · Originated in ancient India · It is known by its regional names in different parts of the subcontinent, such as kabadi in Tamil Nadu, Kabaddi in Karnataka, hadudu in Bengal, bhavatik in Maldives, kauddi in the Punjab region and chedugudu in Andhra Pradesh KHO KHO · Tag sport · Indian subcontinent · Played by teams of twelve players · Nine enter the field · Who try to avoid being touched by members of the opposing team
Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Philharmonia etc. The British were one of the two main nations in the development of rock and roll along with the Americans, and they have provided many bands. The best known of these bands are The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Queen, Iron Maiden, the Sex Pistols and many more. British music has been very influential abroad. Sports The British are fond of sports. The national sport of the UK is football, having originated in England, and the British have the oldest football clubs in the world. The first ever international soccer game was between Scotland and England in 1872. The match ended with a goalless draw. The British have been world champions notably only once. That was in 1966 when they won a victory over Germany. There are many others famous British sport competitions, which include the ashes series of cricket matches, The Wimbledon tennis championships, the Grand National etc.
Ballet Merili Kaarna 11.d Italian renaissance court entertainment originated in the 15th century the epicentre moved to France obligatory component of opera Mlle La Fontaine 1681 St. Petersburg ballet reanimated in western Europe Styles Romantic ballet mid 19th century emphasized intense emotion most widely known and performed ● Classical ballet ○ based on technique and vocabulary ○ different styles ○ height in 19th century Neoclassical ballet use of the abstract diverse music choise possibilities for achitectureand design in
Russo-European Slaid- origin Ise räägid: Russo-European Laika is the name of a breed of hunting dog that originated in the forested region of northern Europe and Russia Slaid- Attitude Ise räägid: The Russo-European Laika is a very affectionate and strongly attached to the master and his family.It is a territorial dog and displays aggressiveness towards unfamiliar dogs intruding their place. All Russo-European Laikas are aggressive to predators and are enthusiastic hunters for many kinds of small and big game. However, their hunting attitude is very discriminating. Slaid-Utilization (kasutamine)
ABOUT Between two players (singles) Between two teams of two players each (doubles) Racket Send the ball through the opponent's racket side Ball diameter is 6.35cm to 6.67cm and weighs 57-59 grams Court length is 23.77m and a width is 8.23m for singlegame and 10.97m for doublegame. Racket can't be longer than 81.28cm or greater than 31.75cm. Adult racket weighs 300-325 grams. 15, 30, 40 and the fourth point bring victory The player (or couple) who wins six games, wins set HISTORY Originated in France in the 12th century Patented by major Walter Clopton Wingfield Program of the Olympic tennis was the from 1896 to 1924 thank you for listening! Mainor Business School 20.12.10
Figure skating Figure skating Olympic sport an official event in the Winter Olympic Games History in the mid-19th century originated the first European Championship was held in 1891 the first World Championship was held in 1896 Disciplines Singles Pair skating Ice dancing Synchronized skating Acrobatic skating Equipments Toe picks have a jagged teeth are used primarily in jumping Clothing Men : must wear pants Women: wear flesh-coloured tights under dresses and skirts Different techniques Jumps Toe jump Edge jumps Spins the sit position the camel position the upright position
was consecrated in 1884. During Soviet rule, the flag was prohibited and it was first used again in Tartu in 1988. The national anthem is entitled as "My Native Land, My Pride and Joy". The melody was composed in the centre of the 19 th century by Friedrich Pacius and the Estonian lyrics were written by Johann Voldemar Jannsen. It was adopted as the official national anthem in 1920. The national coat of arms is originated from Denmark. It is a golden shield charged with three blue lions with a golden oak branch on each side. It was readopted in 1990. The official emblems were prohibited during invasions, but as they have been restored we can say that Estonians are tough and persistent nation.
Computer addiciton Computer addiction is a mental illness which causes the excessive use of computers to the extent that it interferes with daily life. Excessive use may explain problems in social interaction, mood, personality, work ethic, relationships, thought processes, or sleep deprivation. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders does not include a diagnosis for such a disease. The term computer addiction originated long before the Internet. Some people develop bad habits in their computer use that cause them significant problems in their lives. The types of behavior and negative consequences are similar to those of known addictive disorders. Effects: Excessive computer use may result in, or occur with: Lack of social interaction. Using the computer for pleasure, gratification, or relief from stress. Feeling irritable and out of control or depressed when not using it.
ISLAM Deivid Armulik Kadrina Secondary School 2016 GENERAL INFORMATION Muslim (Moslem) Quran Allah Second-largest Fastest-growing religion 1.7 billion followers 23% of the global population HISTORY 7th century Originated in Mecca Spread in the Arabian peninsula Prophet Muhammad Islamic Golden Age (8th – 13th century) DENOMINATIONS SUNNI Largest, 75-90% of population Caliph should be elected Righteous and acts according to Quran Hadith SHIA Second-largest, 10-20% of population Muhammad appointed his son-in-law as his successor Only descendants could be Imams (leaders) Son-in-law first Imam Rejecting the legitimacy of the previous
foot in the snow. These days Over the years, the game has undergone lot of changes and modification. Tobogganing is the forerunner of bobsledding The only kind of a sled used today, is the bobsled with fancy racing colors. How it works? Aerodynamics takes a huge part in this. Every member of the team pushing with all their might. Who could make it down the farthest. Tobogganing as sport Probably originated on the slopes of Mount Royal in Montreal. During the late 1880s it spread to the United States, where it had considerable popularity until the early 1930s. During the heyday of tobogganing, many artificial chutes were constructed. Sides of ice or wood and frequently were built with several parallel tracks to accommodate more than one toboggan at a time. The chutes were quite steep Speeds of up to 60 miles (96.6 km) per hour were attained.
GOTH SUBCULTURE Katrin Suviste 12.B TÕVL · Goths - a subculture, originated in the late 70s of the XX century in the UK based on punk movement. ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT (1979-1985) · The origin of the Gothic subculture dates back to the late 1970s. · ,,First wave" of gothic rock Bauhaus, Southern Death Cult etc. · The most important for the gothic subculture can be considered 1982, marked by the opening of the famous club Batcave. SPLITTING AND MAINSTREAM POPULARITY (1985- 1995)
Chivalric Romance Originated in France in 12-13 century. Usually in the form of the narrative poetry -> later it disappeared. The storyline centers around a knight who undergoes several battles to win the heart of his loved one. Romance vs. Pastoral ROMANCE PASTORAL Lady was from the higher class than a knight. Lady was a shepherdess who seduces the knight. Impossible love Impossible love
incorporating breakdancing (Bboying), music, graffiti writing, DJing and MCing. Hip-Hop music is a musical genre which developed alongside hiphop culture, defined by key stylistic elements such as rapping, Djing, sampling, scratching and beatboxing. When? HipHop began in the late 1970s. HipHop music began in the 1970s, primarily among African Americans and Jamaican Americans, with some Latino influences. Where? Hip-hop It originated in the African American communities of New York City (with the South Bronx as the center). Hip-hop music Hip hop began in the Bronx in New York City. Who? Hip-Hop It was DJ Afrika Bambaataa that outlined the five pillars of hiphop culture: Mcing, Djing, Breaking, graffiti writing, and knowledge. Hip-Hop music It is believed that Cowboy created the term while teasing a friend who had just joined the U.S. Army, by scat
Chihuahua Stefani Kask history Both folklore and archeological finds show that the breed originated in Mexico. The most common theory and most likely is that Chihuahuas are descended from the Techichi, a companion dog favored by the Toltec civilization. The breed got its name by the state Chihuahua in Mexico. Chihuahua is the smallest breed in the world and oldest in the US. It was brought to Europe in the 19th century. description The normal lifespan is between 1017 years. Litter size is normally 4 It's common for them to have a small muzzle. Other names:
Golf Golf is a precision club and ball sport, in which golfers use many types of clubs to hit balls into a series of holes on a golf course using the fewest number of strokes. While the modern game of golf originated in 15th century Scotland, the game's ancient origins are unclear and much debated. Some historians trace the sport back to the Roman game of paganica, in which participants used a bent stick to hit a stuffed leather ball. One theory asserts that paganica spread throughout Europe as the Romans conquered most of the continent, during the first century BC, and eventually evolved into the modern game. A golf course consists of a series of holes, each with a teeing ground that is set off by two
Flag Day June 14th The History Of Flag Day The idea of an annual day specifically celebrating the Flag is belived to have first originated in 1885. The Father of Flag Day was Bernard J. CiGrand, who was a schoolteacher at Stony Hill. In June 1886 he made his first public proposal for the annual observance of the birth of the flag when he wrote an article titled "The Fourteenth of June" in the old Chicago Argus newspaper. Bernard J. CiGrand In the years that followed, Cigrand authored hundreds of other magazine and newspaper
Estonian language, that is similar to lidna in Votic, had the same meaning as linna or linn later on meaning a castle or town in English. According to the suggestion nisa would have had the same meaning as niemi (meaning peninsula in English) in an old Finnish form of the name Kesoniemi. After the Danish conquest in 1219 the town became known in the German, Swedish and Danish languages as Reval (Latin: Revalia). The name originated from (Latin) Revelia (Estonian) Revala or Rävala, the adjacent ancient name of the surrounding Estonian county. The origin of the name "Tallinn(a)" is certain to be Estonian, although the original meaning of the name is debated. It is usually thought to be derived from "Taani- linn(a)" (meaning "Danish-castle/town"; Latin: Castrum Danorum) after the Danes built the castle in place of the Estonian stronghold at Lindanisse. However, it could
ITAALIA/ Italy · The ice cream cone is an Italian invention. · Eyeglasses are an Italian invention. · With almost 40 million visitors, Italy is the fourth most visited country in the world. · Italy`s national dish is pasta. The average Italian cunsumes 25 kg of pasta a year. · The colours of the Italian flag represent three virtues: hope (green), faith (white), and charity (red). · Parmesan cheese originated in the area around Parma, Italy. Italians also created many other cheeses, including gorgonzola, mozzarella, provolone, and ricotta. No one knows when the pizza was invented, but the people of Naples made it populaar. · Most of Italy's natural flora and fauna has disappeared due to centuries of cultivation. Most of its natural wildlife has also disappeared due to over-hunting · No other country in Europe has as many volcanoes as Italy. This is because the Italian
Massachusetts. The man who created this game is Dr. James Naismith He invented the first thirteen rules of the game. It used to be with nine people on each side. The first ever game was to be played on Dec. 21, 1890. Basketball History The first NBA game was played on Nov. 1, 1946 Association of America which is now the NBA.The NBA now has 30 teams in 29 different cities across America. Hockey History The game originated from Ireland and was called Hurley. The NHL was created in 1917 in Canada and consisted of 5 teams. The NHL came to America in around 1926. There are six teams called the Original Six because they were the six teams to stay in the league the longest. In 1970 the NHL had a total of 14 teams. The NHL started to get really big by 19722000 they have added 15 teams across America. Now the NHL holds 28 teams. Hockey Match Ice Hockey
Chihuahua Stefani Kask 134461IASB 10.12.13 1 history Both folklore and archeological finds show that the breed originated in Mexico. The most common theory and most likely is that Chihuahuas are descended from the Techichi, a companion dog favored by the Toltec civilization. 10.12.13 2 The breed got its name by the state Chihuahua in Mexico. Chihuahua is the smallest breed in the world and oldest in the US. It was brought to Europe in the 19th century. 10.12.13 3 description The normal lifespan is between 10--17 years
Riverdance Ivo Pärtel 25.01.16 Riverdance Riverdance is a theatrical show consisting mainly of traditional Irish music and dance. Featuring Irish dancing champions Jean Butler and Michael Flatley, and with a score composed by Bill Whelan, it originated as an interval performance act during the 1994 Eurovision Song Contest. Shortly afterwards, husband and wife production team John McColgan and Moya Doherty expanded it into a stage show, which opened in Dublin on 9 February 1995. Since then, the show has visited over 450 venues worldwide and been seen by over 25 million people, making it one of the most successful dance productions in the world Background
Ø In 1987, it was calculated that there were about 150 million sheep in Australia, about 10 sheep for every person living in the country. No wonder that Australia is the world's largest exporter of lamb and wool. FUN FACTS the national anthem is referred to as "Advance Australia Fair" 1/5 of the land is desert pubs occupy more land than the mines Australians love meat pies the zoo has no cages, which is awesome!!! the koala, emu, kookaburra and kangaroo originated in Australia more venomous snakes than any other continent Bob Hawke's name was listed in the Guinness Book of world Record in the year 1954, for having 2.5 pints of beer in 11 seconds time. Later Bob Hawke was also the Prime minister of Australia. Historical facts o How cool is this?? Female vote Australia was the second country to give women the vote. o Australia day January 26, Australia day, is the anniversary of ships
Sports Silver Alex Kelder 10 D Tennis *Tennis is a game played on a rectangular court . *Tennis is becoming a very popular around the world. *The modern game of tennis originated in Birmingham, England, http://www.sparta7.com/bl in the late 19th century. og/have-your-child-enjoy- competitive-tennis.html Athletics *Athletics is an exclusive collection of sporting events that involve competitive running, jumping, throwing, and walking. *Organised athletics are traced back to the Ancient Olympic Games from 776 BC. *The most common types of athletics competitions are track and field, road running,
Catherine has created a major impact upon British fashion which has been termed the "Kate Middleton effect", and in 2012, she was selected as one of The 100 Most Influential People in the World by Time Magazine. Kleit English designer Sarah Burton designed the bridal gown worn by Catherine at her wedding to Prince William on 29 April 2011. It was made of satin and featured a lace applique bodice and skirt. The lace bodice design was handmade using a technique that originated in Ireland in the 1820s called Carrickmacross, which involved cutting out rose detailing (symbolising England), thistles (Scotland), daffodils (Wales), and shamrocks (Ireland). The dressmakers used fresh needles every three hours, and washed their hands every half an hour to avoid marking the fabric. Pulmad Kate arrived at the church, Rolls-Royce (car brand), a car factory, presented the Queen with the 1977th . The vehicle has a reinforced
The History Of Flag Day The Fourth of July was traditionally celebrated as America's birthday, but the idea of an annual day specifically celebrating the Flag is believed to have first originated in 1885. BJ Cigrand, a schoolteacher, arranged for the pupils in the Fredonia, Wisconsin Public School, District 6, to observe June 14 (the 108th anniversary of the official adoption of The Stars and Stripes) as 'Flag Birthday'. In numerous magazines and newspaper articles and public addresses over the following years, Cigrand continued to enthusiastically advocate the observance of June 14 as 'Flag Birthday', or 'Flag Day'.
Then, a number of fighting bulls are let out onto the streets. The bulls run along the narrow street to a bull ring. The runners dash along in front of the bulls, trying to avoid getting gored by their sharp horns. When the bulls finally reach the end of the street, they go into enclosure and are kept until that day they are killed in a bullfight. Flamenco: The Spanish culture is also closely related to the famous Flamenco style. This passionate form of dance first originated in Andalusia, is around 200 years old and was originally considered to be a gypsy dance. It is a colorful dance that is accompanied by the soulful tunes of the guitar and a song. Flamenco is a large part of the country's traditions and culture. Tomatina: The 'Tomatina' tomato fight is surely the world's biggest food-fight: every year around 3000 people go in the Spanish town of Buñol to throw more than 40 tons of tomatoes at each other
company cars, and free health insurance. Avoid tax on company profits? To register your companies head offices on tax haven. Tax evasion- illegal method to minimize your tax burden. Do not declaring your income, or reporting it inaccurately(ebatäpselt). Money laundering is the process of creating the appearance that large amounts of money obtained (hangitud) from serious crimes, such as drug trafficking or terrorist activity, originated from a legitimate source.[1] It is a crime in many jurisdictions with varying definitions. It is a key operation of the underground economy. Loopholes in law- A loophole is a weakness or exception that allows a system, such as a law or security, to be circumvented(mööda hiilida) or otherwise avoided. Loopholes are searched for and used strategically in a variety of circumstances, including taxes, elections, politics, the criminal justice system, or in breaches of security.
Mexico. And they had been living in America for quite some time. It is believed that the first Native Americans arrived during the last ice-age, approximately 20,000 - 30,000 years ago through a land-bridge across the Bering Sound, from northeastern Siberia into Alaska. The oldest documented Indian cultures in North America are Sandia (15000 BC), Clovis (12000 BC) and Folsom (8000 BC) Although it is believed that the Indians originated in Asia, few if any of them came from India. The name "Indian" was first applied to them by Christopher Columbus, who believed that the mainland and islands of America were part of the Indies, in Asia. So, when the Europeans started to arrive in the 16th- and 17th-century they were met by Native Americans. The Natives regarded their white-complexioned visitors as something of a marvel, not only for their outlandish dress and beards and winged ships but even
the year, based on points earned for placings at events on the Association of Surfing Professionals ASP World Tour. *The history of surfing is shrouded in the mists of time, as the origins of surfing are unknown. *Surfing is one of the oldest practiced sports on the planet. *Early historical records of surfing appear in the late 1700s, when Europeans and Polynesians made first contact in Tahiti *The act of riding waves with a wooden board originated in Western Polynesia over three thousand years ago. *The first surfers were fishermen who discovered riding waves as an efficient method of getting to shore with their catch *The first Polynesian settlers to land in Hawaii were most likely skilled in simple surfing, and after a few hundred years of riding the waves of Hawaii, the well-known Hawaiian form of the sport emerged. *The culture began early in the 20th century, spread quickly during the 1950s and 1960s, and continues to evolve.
Britannia is a national personification of the United Kingdom, originating from Roman Britain. Britannia is symbolised as a young woman with brown or golden hair wearing a Corinthian helmet and white robes. She holds Poseidon's three-pronged trident and a shield, bearing the Union Flag. Sometimes she is depicted as riding on the back of a lion. Major sports, including association football, rugby league, rugby union, rowing, boxing, badminton, cricket, tennis, darts and golf, originated or were substantially developed in the United Kingdom and the states that preceded it. A 2003 poll found that football is the most popular sport in the United Kingdom. In most international competitions, separate teams represent England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, including at the Commonwealth Games. (In sporting contexts, these teams can be referred to collectively as the Home Nations). However there are occasions where a single sports team represents the United
The Census The Roman Empire was huge and included millions of people living over a large area. How did they keep track of all these people? Easy! They counted them! The Roman Empire began the practice of taking a census, or a 'count,' of all the people within its boundaries every so often. Today, many countries like ours take a census every 10 years. Why was the Roman Empire important? The Romans, even today, play an important part in our lives. Many of the things we do or have originated from the Romans. Why did the Romans leave Britain? Their homes in Italy were being attacked by fierce tribes and every soldier was needed. The Romans also gave Britain: straight roads central heating concrete aqueducts (bridges for water)
Each player has a racket. Tennis is played with a tennis-ball. At first, the ball was white but in the later part of the 20th century it was changed to yellow to allow improved visibility. The modern game of tennis originated in the United Kingdom in the late 19th century as "lawn tennis."After its creation, tennis spread throughout the upper-class English-speaking population before spreading around the world. Tennis is an Olympic sport and is played at all levels of society at all ages. The sport can be played by anyone who can hold a racket, including people in wheelchairs. Tennis enjoys millions of
World Heritage Site, not just its Roman antiquities. Bath has some of the finest architectural and historic treasures in Europe. Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape Designated a World Heritage Site in 2006. The Cornwall and West Devon World Heritage Site areas are spread across 12 districts of Cornwall and West Devon, and there are many walks and visitor attractions to experience in each of them. By example Gwennap Pit, an open-air amphitheatre which may have originated from a hollow created by sunken mine workings; and King Edward Mine, the oldest complete mine site in Cornwall. Cornwall and West Devon was the centre of mining technology, and it was from here that mining technologies spread across the world. Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey and St Martin's Church in Kent Designated a World Heritage Site in 1988. Canterbury Cathedral was founded in AD597 (that's over 1,400 years ago!) and is the Mother Church of the Anglican Communion
important to Scottish history Loch In Scotland, the word "loch" is used to describe any large, enclosed expanse of water (such as Loch Katrine, illustrated above), including areas coming in from the sea (equivalent to the Norwegian "fjiords"). Tartan Tartan is a woven material,generally of wool,having stripes of different colours and varying in breadth.Tartan is a pattern consisting of criss-crossed horizontal and vertical bands in multiple colours. Tartans originated in woven cloth, but are now used in many other materials. Tartan is particularly associated with Celtic countries, especially Scotland. Culture Scottish music is a significant aspect of the nation's culture, with both traditional and modern influences. An example of a traditional Scottish instrument is the Great Highland Bagpipe, a wind instrument consisting of three drones and a melody pipe (called the chanter), which are fed continuously by a reservoir of air in a bag
It has been a rallying point for the British people at times of national rejoicing and crisis. ST.PAUL'S CATHEDRAL: St Paul's Cathedral is the Anglican cathedral on Ludgate Hill in the City of London and the seat of the Bishop of London. The present building dates from the 17th century and is generally reckoned to be London's fifth St Paul's Cathedral, not counting every major medieval reconstruction as a new cathedral. The cathedral sits on the highest point of the City of London, which originated as the Roman trading post of Londinium situated on the River Thames. The cathedral is one of London's most visited sights. THE NATIONAL GALLERY: The National Gallery in London, founded in 1824, houses a rich collection of over 2,300 paintings dating from the mid-13th century to 1900 in its home on Trafalgar Square. The gallery is a non-departmental public body; its collection belongs to the public of the United Kingdom and entry to the main collection (though not some special
) was an unofficial anthem of the Canadian province of Ontario. The song was written as the signature tune for a movie of the same name that was featured at the Expo 67 Ontario pavilion. "Something to Sing About" is a patriotic song written by folk singer Oscar Brand that sings the praises of the many different regions of Canada. There was once a movement for it to replace O Canada as the Canadian national anthem. The Bold Canadian was a patriotic song for Canadians that originated during the War of 1812. It celebrated the conquering of Detroit in Michigan Territory. The Island Hymn is the patriotic song of the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island.
Great Plague of London. The Great Fire of London. Samuel Pepys's diary . The Great Plague of London (1665-1666) The Great Plague was a massive outbreak of disease in England that killed an estimated 100,000 people The plague arrived with a merchant carrying a parcel of cloth sent from London, although this is a disputed fact It was the last major outbreak of the plague in England The English outbreak is thought to have originated from the Netherlands By July 1665, plague was in the city of London itself Though concentrated in London, the outbreak affected other areas of the country A bill of mortality for the plague People at the plague King Charles II of England, his family and his court left the city for Oxfordshire The aldermen and the the majority of the other city authorities opted to stay at their posts
The name of the state appears to originate from an earlier Spanish name, Arizonac, derived from the O'odham name al onak, meaning "small spring", which initially applied only to an area near the Mexican silver mining camp of Planchas de Plata, Sonora. This is supported by the fact that the area is still known as al onak in the O'odham language. Another possible origin is the Basque phrase haritz ona ("the good oak").There is a misconception that the state's name originated from the Spanish term for "Arid Zone". Geography and geology Arizona is located in the Southwestern United States as one of the Four Corners states. Arizona is the sixth largest state by area, after New Mexico and before Nevada. Of the state's 113,998 square miles (295,000 km2), approximately 15% is privately owned. The remaining area is public forest and park land, state trust land and Native American reservations.
location of pre-Columbian Inca ruins located in the mountains at an altitude of about 2350 m. above sea level. Is above the Urubamba Valley in Peru, about 70 km northwest of Cusco. It is a symbol of the most famous Incan Empire. Built in about 1450, but abandoned a hundred years later, when the Spaniards had conquered the Incan Empire. Petra It is an archaeological site in Jordan, located in the lowlands between the mountains which form the eastern wing of Wadi Araba, the large valley originated from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba. Petra is a city founded by carving the stone walls in Jordan. Symbols and protection techniques. The town was founded by multiplying and carve the rock at 40 meters. Petra was the capital of Nabatean kingdom. Founded in 9SM-40M by King Aretas IV as we that are difficult to penetrate the enemy and secure from natural disasters such as sandstorms. Petra Nabatean building with irrigation sisitem extremely complex. There is a tunnel of water and water
that can be quite confusing for a foreigner The capital city , Dublin was founded by the Vikings in 841 Worth to mention The Titanic was built in Harland and Wolff yards in Belfast , which is nowadays part of the Northern Ireland , but back then in 1909 - 1912 (which is the time when Titanic was built ) it was still part of the Ireland. So the worlds most famous ship was built in Ireland. Also Guinness beer originated in Arthur Guinness' brewery at St. James's Gate in Dublin. Nowadays it is one of the most successful beer brands in the world, being exported worldwide. sports : First I'm going to talk about Gaelic football so , teams of 15 players, kick or hand pass a ball around a grass pitch towards each others goals to either score a point over the bar or goal. The ball used in Gaelic football is round, slightly smaller than a soccer ball. The action is fast and furious, and play is rough.
4. The area was colonized by England, Spain, France, Portugal and the Netherlands. 5. Languages spoken in The West Indies: English, French, Spanish, also Creole and Pidgin (by black slaves). The origin of the people is mostly African, who were brought there for slavery. 6. Most West Indian countries gained independence during the 1960s-1980s. 7. The main branches of economy are tourism and companies kept offshore (tax haven). 8. Reggae, limbo dancing and salsa have originated from the West Indies. 9. Religions: Catholicism, various forms of Protestantism, Hindus and Muslims, Rastafarians; many worship the Christian god and African gods at the same time (witchcraft, voodoo). The reason why there are so many religions is because Europeans brought their own when they colonized and slaves from Africa practiced their own religions, which often combined. Rastafarians are people who practice
selling and most influential band in the history of popular music • Other prominent British contributors to have influenced popular music over the last 50 years include; The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Queen, the Bee Gees, and Elton John Sport • Major sports, including football, tennis, rugby union, rugby league, golf, boxing, rowing and cricket, originated or were substantially developed in the UK • The 1908, 1948 and 2012 Summer Olympics were held in London, making it the first city to host the games three times • Britain has participated in every modern Olympic Games to date and is third in the medal count • England is recognised by FIFA as the birthplace of club football • The English top division, the Premier League, is the most watched football league in the world Used sources
Fables, Ballads). What is Chivalric romance, where does it originate from? What are the three categories describe each of them? Geoffrey of Monmouth and Historia Regum Britanniae importance, Ballads and the main themes in them. 1) Didactic Poems educating poems in the English language, stories from the Bible contained moral lessons, often performed in front of the churches before the service 2) Chivalric romance court literature that originated from France. It is in the form of narrative poetry, which tell a story of a knight who undergoes several adventures ( to win the heart of his lady love). 1) The matter of Britain about King Arthur and his court called Camelot 2) The Matter of Troy about the myth of Britain's lineage from the ancient city of Troy, by way of Britain's Trojan founder, Brutus 3) Breton Lays about unearthly magic
active from the 14th century til 1930. founded a military organisation, but became social one. Estonians were never accepted into guilds. Town Wall Fat margaret and great coastal gate They were built not only to defend the city from the seaward side of town, but also to impress any visitors arriving via the harbour.The Great Coastal Gate, along with the Viru Gates, are the last of six gates that controlled access to the town in Medieval times. The gate system here on Pikk street originated in the 1300s, but it was during reconstruction in the early 16th century that the Fat Margaret cannon tower was added. Built from 1511 to 1530, this hefty, round tower has a diameter of 25 metres, a height of about 20 metres, and walls up to 5 metres thick. The origins of Fat Margaret's name are a mystery. Some theories insist it was named for one of its larger cannons, while others hint at a cook called Margaret who once worked here. In any case, the
Standing guard at the north end of Pikk street are two of Tallinn's most impressive defensive structures, the Great Coastal Gate (Suur Rannavärav) and Fat Margaret tower (Paks Margareeta). They were built not only to defend the city from the seaward side of town, but also to impress any visitors arriving via the harbour. The Great Coastal Gate, along with the Viru Gates, are the last of six gates that controlled access to the town in Medieval times. The gate system here on Pikk street originated in the 1300s, but it was during reconstruction in the early 16th century that the Fat Margaret cannon tower was added. Built from 1511 to 1530, this hefty, round tower has a diameter of 25 metres, a height of about 20 metres, and walls up to 5 metres thick. The origins of Fat Margaret's name are a mystery. Some theories insist it was named for one of its larger cannons, while others hint at a cook called Margaret who once worked here.
3)There are also a lot of amateur clubs and keep-fit centres in Russia where people go in for aerobics, yoga, body-building, swimming, skating, jogging. Thousands of people go to the stadiums to support their favourite team and many thousands more prefer to watch the games on TV. But watching sporting events and going in for sport are different things. 4)Sport also play an important part in the life of the British. The English are proud of fact that many sports originated in their country and then spread throughout the world. The national British sports are football, golf, cricket, table tennis, lawn tennis, snooker, steeplechase, racing, darts. 5)Football, the most popular game in the world, is of two kinds in Britain: association football (soccer) and rugby. Soccer, played in almost all countries, remains one of the most popular games in Great Britain. Rugby football originated at Rugby public school. In this game players may carry the ball
shows the following principal parts: 1.infinitive: bindan 2.past tense singular: band (or bond) 3.past tense plural: bundon 4.past participle: (ge)bunden WEAK VERBS The weak verbs form the past tense and past participle in a quite different way, using a suffix with a vowel followed by -d-, which is the ancestor of the modern inflection in -ed (see `-ED' suffix¹). Thuslufian LOVE v.¹ (a weak Class II verb) shows 1st and 3rd person past singular lufode. Weak verbs often originated as derivative formations, and often preserve some aspect of this in their meaning, as for example showing causative or inchoative meaning: see below on clan `to (cause to) cool' and clian `to become cool'. PRETERITE-PRESENT VERBS A few Old English verbs (unfortunately they are important and rather common) combine features of Strong Verbs and Weak Verbs. These verbs take what would normally be a Strong Verb past tense and transfer it to the present
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