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Given this reference text about Cy Young, what type of work did his family do while he was growing up, how many older siblings did he have, and what two states did he live in as a child? | Cy Young was the oldest child born to Nancy (Mottmiller) and McKinzie Young, Jr., and was christened Denton True Young. He was of part German descent. The couple had four more children: Jesse Carlton, Alonzo, Ella, and Anthony. When the couple married, McKinzie's father gave him the 54 acres (220,000 m2) of farm land he owned. Young was born in Gilmore, a tiny farming community located in Washington Township, Tuscarawas County, Ohio. He was raised on one of the local farms and went by the name Dent Young in his early years. Young was also known as "Farmer Young" and "Farmboy Young". Young stopped his formal education after he completed the sixth grade so he could help out on the family's farm. In 1885, Young moved with his father to Nebraska, and in the summer of 1887, they returned to Gilmore.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cy_Young | Cy Young grew up in a farming family, did not have any older siblings (he was the oldest of five children) and he lives primarily in Ohio but also spent two years in Nebraska as a child. | closed_qa | 10,842 |
What movie make Kevin Smith famous? | Clerks | open_qa | 10,843 |
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Given this paragraph about the terrain of the Iberian Peninsula, tell me the highest point in the peninsula and its altitude. | The terrain of the Iberian Peninsula is largely mountainous. The major mountain systems are:
The Pyrenees and their foothills, the Pre-Pyrenees, crossing the isthmus of the peninsula so completely as to allow no passage except by mountain road, trail, coastal road or tunnel. Aneto in the Maladeta massif, at 3,404 m, is the highest point
The Mulhacén, the highest peak in the Iberian Peninsula
The Cantabrian Mountains along the northern coast with the massive Picos de Europa. Torre de Cerredo, at 2,648 m, is the highest point
The Galicia/Trás-os-Montes Massif in the Northwest is made up of very old heavily eroded rocks. Pena Trevinca, at 2,127 m, is the highest point
The Sistema Ibérico, a complex system at the heart of the peninsula, in its central/eastern region. It contains a great number of ranges and divides the watershed of the Tagus, Douro and Ebro rivers. Moncayo, at 2,313 m, is the highest point
The Sistema Central, dividing the Iberian Plateau into a northern and a southern half and stretching into Portugal (where the highest point of Continental Portugal (1,993 m) is located in the Serra da Estrela). Pico Almanzor in the Sierra de Gredos is the highest point, at 2,592 m
The Montes de Toledo, which also stretches into Portugal from the La Mancha natural region at the eastern end. Its highest point, at 1,603 m, is La Villuerca in the Sierra de Villuercas, Extremadura
The Sierra Morena, which divides the watershed of the Guadiana and Guadalquivir rivers. At 1,332 m, Bañuela is the highest point
The Baetic System, which stretches between Cádiz and Gibraltar and northeast towards Alicante Province. It is divided into three subsystems:
Prebaetic System, which begins west of the Sierra Sur de Jaén, reaching the Mediterranean Sea shores in Alicante Province. La Sagra is the highest point at 2,382 m.
Subbaetic System, which is in a central position within the Baetic Systems, stretching from Cape Trafalgar in Cádiz Province across Andalusia to the Region of Murcia. The highest point, at 2,027 m (6,650 ft), is Peña de la Cruz in Sierra Arana.
Penibaetic System, located in the far southeastern area stretching between Gibraltar across the Mediterranean coastal Andalusian provinces. It includes the highest point in the peninsula, the 3,478 m high Mulhacén in the Sierra Nevada. | The highest point in the Iberian Peninsula is Mulhacen, located within the Penibaetic System. Its altitude is 3,478 m, or 11,411 ft | closed_qa | 10,844 |
What are the Fallas in Spain? | Fallas happens every year in March in the Valencia region. The whole city is transformed into a large exposition of “Fallas” which stands for immense temporary statues. The word “Fallas” is also closely related the fire. During the celebration, every day you can hear the "Mascleta", thousand of firecrackers tied together explode in Dantesque noise just for the fun of feeling such beat, Fire is what closes the "Fallas", as all the statues will be burned to the ground and only one - publicly elected - will be saved. | open_qa | 10,845 |
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What is the coldest month in Warsaw and how cold does it get on average? | Warsaw has cold, sometimes snowy, cloudy winters, and warm, relatively sunny but frequently stormy summers. Spring and autumn can be unpredictable, highly prone to sudden weather changes; however, temperatures are usually mild, especially around May and September. The daily average temperature ranges between −1.5 °C (29 °F) in January and 19.7 °C (67.5 °F) in July and the mean year temperature is 9.0 °C (48.2 °F). Temperatures may reach 30 °C (86 °F) in the summer, although the effects of hot weather are usually offset by relatively low dew points and large diurnal temperature differences. Warsaw is Europe's sixth driest major city (driest in Central Europe), with yearly rainfall averaging 482 mm (19.0 in), the wettest month being July. | The coldest month in Warsaw is January. On average, the temperature then is −1.5 °C, which is 29 °F. | closed_qa | 10,846 |
Why were the majority of African countries controlled by military dictatorships during the 1970's and 1980's? | Faced with increasingly frequent and severe violence, military rule was widely accepted by the population of many countries as means to maintain order, and during the 1970s and 1980s a majority of African countries were controlled by military dictatorships. Territorial disputes between nations and rebellions by groups seeking independence were also common in independent African states. The most devastating of these was the Nigerian Civil War, fought between government forces and an Igbo separatist republic, which resulted in a famine that killed 1–2 million people. Two civil wars in Sudan, the first lasting from 1955 to 1972 and the second from 1983 to 2005, collectively killed around 3 million. Both were fought primarily on ethnic and religious lines. | Military dictatorships were accepted as a means to maintain order in face of increasingly frequent and severe violence. | closed_qa | 10,847 |
Why do people like the Grateful Dead? | For many music aficionados, listening to the Grateful Dead is enjoyable, based on their improvisational style, and the long jams. Prior to the Dead, most singers and bands had short three to four minute songs, that were crisp but didn't allow for the musicians in the band to take risks. They were just playing from the songbook and the notes written down. The Dead allowed for a more fluid approach, and provided the musicians with opportunities to go off script, and just play for the love of creating music. The Jam genre they created led to many other bands performing in a similar style and openness, including Phish, Dave Matthews band, Widespread Panic, Blues Travelers and many more. The Dead(as they are often called) started the trend though, and will be forever memorialized because of that. | general_qa | 10,851 |
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What is love? | Love is a emotion to show empathy and compassion. However, for this question it could also refer to a song by the band Haddaway. Released in 1993, the song became popular when it was used in several SNL skits as well as the 1998 movie, One Night At The Roxbury | general_qa | 10,852 |
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What is parkrun | Parkrun (stylised as parkrun) is a collection of 5-kilometre (3.1 mi) events for walkers, runners and volunteers that take place every Saturday morning at more than 2,000 locations in 22 countries across six continents. Junior Parkrun (stylised as junior parkrun) is a spin-off event that provides a 2 kilometres (1+1⁄4 mi) event for children aged 4–14 on a Sunday morning. Parkrun events are free to enter and are delivered by volunteers, supported by a small group of staff at its headquarters. | Parkrun is a community event that takes place each Saturday morning where entrants walk, jog, or run a 5-kilometre course. Events take place at a range of general locations including parks, forests, rivers, lakes, beaches, and nature reserves. The first ever parkrun event took place on 2 October 2004 in Bushy Park, London involving 13 runners. Today more than 3 million people across more than 2,000 locations in 22 countries participate in parkrun each week. Parkrun events are free to enter and are delivered by volunteers. | closed_qa | 10,854 |
Can you please explain the offside rule in Soccer? | Soccer is a sport played between two teams with 11 players each. Out of the 11 players one is a goalkeeper. The offside rule is fundamental in soccer to avoid players from gaining unfair advantage over the opposition. A player is in an offside position if they are closer to the opposition's goal line than the last defender of the opposition team.
The law states that a player is in an offside position if any of their body parts, except the hands and arms, are in the opponents' half of the pitch, and closer to the opponents' goal line than both the ball and the second-last defender.
Being in an offside position is not an offence in itself, but a player so positioned when the ball is played by a teammate can be judged guilty of an offside offence if they receive the ball or will otherwise become "involved in active play", will "interfere with an opponent", or will "gain an advantage" by being in that position. Offside is often considered one of the most difficult to understand aspects of the sport. | open_qa | 10,856 |
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Who invented the game of basketball? | The game of basketball as it is known today was created by Dr. James Naismith in December 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts, to condition young athletes during cold months. | open_qa | 10,857 |
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Name the women who visited International Space Station for repairing of ISS | Christina Koch and Jessica Meir visited International Space Station for repairing of ISS | open_qa | 10,858 |
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What is a hurricane? | A hurricane is a form of a tropical cyclone. They usually start in the middle of the ocean near the equator in warm waters and develop in size to thousands of miles wide. They have a low pressure center, are spiral in nature, and are characterized by high winds. They are very destructive due to their high winds, torrential rain, and storm surge when they approach land. | open_qa | 10,859 |
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Name some of the objects in the solar system | In addition to the sun and the 8 planets, the solar system includes many different types of objects. Many of the planets are orbited by moons. There are millions of asteroids in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. Outside the orbit of Neptune, the Kuiper Belt includes comets, dwarf planets, and other icy objects. | open_qa | 10,861 |
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What are vinyl records? | Prior to the internet and music streaming, vinyl records were the primary way that people listened to recorded music. Vinyl records, or as generation Z calls them "vinyls", are physical discs that are made out of resin or polyvinyl chloride (PVC), have a grooved surface, come in various sizes (12", 10", or 7" diameter), and are played at different speeds (33 1/2, 45, or 78 revolutions per minute (RPM)). You play vinyl records on a turntable connected to a stereo. In the 1980s and 1990s, compact discs (CDs) were introduced and surpassed vinyl record sales. Since 2020, vinyl records have been experiencing a resurgence with vinyl records sales outselling CDs in recent years. | general_qa | 10,862 |
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Who was Pythagoras? | Pythagoras was a greek philosopher and mathematician. He is most famous for the theorem named after him - Pythagoras' theorem. It states that in a right triangle the area of the square of the hypontenuse is equal to the sum of the areas of the squares of the catheti.
The hypotenuse is the side of a right triangle that sits opposite of the right angle. The catheti (or legs) are the sides thet form the right angle. | general_qa | 10,864 |
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Name five teams in Liga Portugal. | Five teams in Liga Portugal are Benfica, Porto, Sporting, Braga, and Arouca. | open_qa | 10,865 |
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Q: Is hand sanitizer effective against COVID-19? | A: One of the best ways to prevent the spread of infections and decrease the risk of getting sick is by washing your hands with plain soap and water, advises the CDC. Washing hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is essential, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing one’s nose. If soap and water are not available, CDC recommends consumers use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
To stay informed, visit the FDA’s Hand Sanitizers and COVID-19 page. Also, take our hand sanitizer quiz. | general_qa | 10,868 |
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What is use of bezier curve in Robotics? | Bézier curves can be used in robotics to produce trajectories of an end-effector due to the virtue of the control polygon’s ability to give a clear indication of whether the path is colliding with any nearby obstacle or object. Furthermore, joint space trajectories can be accurately differentiated using Bézier curves. Consequently, the derivatives of joint space trajectories are used in the calculation of the dynamics and control effort (torque profiles) of the robotic manipulator. | Bézier curves can be used in robotics to produce trajectories of an end-effector due to the virtue of the control polygon’s ability to give a clear indication of whether the path is colliding with any nearby obstacle or object. | closed_qa | 10,871 |
What is the difference between a detail and an Inference | A detail is the words you use to describe something, but an inference is an informational guess. Occasionally you can use details to make an inference | open_qa | 10,874 |
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How do you get your pilot's license? | Learning to fly an airplane is a fun and rewarding endeavor. There are many different reasons that people decide to pursue getting their pilot's license including the challenge of learning a new skill, having the ability to travel by private plane for business or pleasure, sightseeing, or as a career option. The process of learning to fly and getting your license requires several steps and usually takes about a year to complete. The first step is to research local flight schools and potentially do a discovery flight with a flight instructor to see if you enjoy it before committing the time and money. Should you decide to pursue it, you'll need to find and go to an Aviation Medical Examiner to get checked-out and have a student pilot and medical certificate issued. Once you've completed that you can begin your training which will include both ground school and flight school. The next step is to purchase the necessary books, study sufficiently and prepare to take an FAA written exam. While you're studying, you'll begin your flight training which requires a minimum of 40 hours of flying, however most individuals end-up flying between 60 - 75 hours. When your instructor feels you're able to demonstrate mastery of all of the required skills and are able to make sound decisions, you'll be ready to take a practical exam with either an FAA examiner or a designated examiner. Upon successful completion of your test, you'll be issued your pilots license and be ready to take up passengers. On average, the cost to get your pilot's license ranges from $8,000 to $12,000. This may sound expensive, but it's worth it to have a skill that you can enjoy for a lifetime. | general_qa | 10,878 |
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My husband and I are planning a ten-day trip to Italy in September, is this a good time to visit? | How exciting, September is a wonderful time to visit Italy! It is the final month of Summer in Italy when many local residents are returning to work or school which means that many of the more popular destinations will be much more accessible than if you were to visit during June, July or August. You may still find a number of tourists visiting through the first half of the month as the weather is milder than in the height of the summer. You will find plenty of beautiful sunny days so pack your shades and sunscreen and enjoy the many wonderful sights across the region. Note that within the northern areas of Italy, the weather does becomes progressively chillier in the evenings towards the end of the month so it's a good idea to pack a lightweight jacket to be sure you're protected from the elements during your visit. To you and your husband, buon viaggio! | general_qa | 10,882 |
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What's the best part of having children? | I am not sure if I can answer to what is the best, as I love many facets of having kids. I have three children and they are each 5 years apart. Each child has their own personality and traits however they all share their love of laughter, affection, dance, singing and all are clever. I love having a little hand in mine as we cross the street. Seeing my child's eyes light up when I am watching them do something they love brings more joy to my heart than I can explain. There is also no way to ever fully explain the feeling of love and happiness when I get a nice big hug, especially after a long day. I also learn a lot from having children like being more patient, curious, empathetic and when needed decisive and firm. There is not one thing I love best, but all the things! | general_qa | 10,883 |
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Which ski resorts are close to Seattle? | There are many downhill skiing resorts within driving distance of Seattle. The closest resort is the Summit at Snoqualmie. But Stevens Pass and Crystal Mountain are also within driving distance. If you are willing to drive even further, you can ski at Mount Baker or White Pass. | general_qa | 10,884 |
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What are symptoms of ‘Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)’? | ADHD symptoms can be divided into three major categories: behavioral, cognitive, and mood. ADHD behavioral symptoms include aggression, excitability, fidgeting, hyperactivity, impulsivity, irritability, and repeated words or actions. Symptoms of cognitive impairment include absentmindedness, difficulty focusing, forgetfulness, attention problems, and short attention spans. There are many mood-related symptoms, such as anger, anxiety, boredom, excitement, and mood swings. | open_qa | 10,888 |
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What is the best place for tacos in San Francisco? | This answer depends on whether you want to optimize for ambiance or the quality of the food. If the latter, the Mission District of San Francisco has countless taquerias and taco trucks with tasty and authentic street tacos. If you are looking for a night out with friends or a date night, I would suggest going to a Mexican restaurant - and my favorite is Tacko in the Marina neighborhood of San Francisco. Tacko has amazing guacamole and cheap pitchers of margaritas. | general_qa | 10,890 |
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Name some of the countries who have won the cricket world cup | Cricket is a sport invented by England. The countries who have won the cricket world cup so far are - India, West Indies, Australia, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, England | open_qa | 10,891 |
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Who was the prophet Muhammad (pbuh)? | Prophet Muhammad was the last messenger of God; who was sent down to preach the oneness of God; to connect mankind to the creator and not worship any creation. He (God) is the only creator, sustainer, and maintainer of every object that exists including the device and code that generated this text. | general_qa | 10,893 |
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Given a reference text about Kennebunkport, tell me its neighboring towns and where it is located. | Kennebunkport /ˌkɛniˈbʌŋkˌpɔːrt/ is a resort town in York County, Maine, United States. The population was 3,629 people at the 2020 census. It is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford metropolitan statistical area.
The town center, the area in and around Dock Square, is located along the Kennebunk River, approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) from the mouth of the river on the Atlantic Ocean. Historically a shipbuilding and fishing village, for well over a century the town has been a popular summer colony and seaside tourist destination. The Dock Square area has a district of souvenir shops, art galleries, schooner attractions, seafood restaurants, and bed and breakfasts. Cape Porpoise, while retaining its identity as a fishing harbor, has a very small village area with several restaurants, a church, grocery store, coffee shop, small library, and art gallery. Kennebunkport has a reputation as a summer haven for the upper class and is one of the wealthiest communities in the state of Maine. The Municipality of Kennebunkport includes the constituent villages of Kennebunkport Village, Cape Arundel & Colony Beach, the Cottage Coast, Wilde's District (Wildwood), Goose Rocks Beach, Turbatts Creek, Cape Porpoise Village, North Village Crossing (Townhouse Corner), among various other newer developments. The town is the home of Walker's Point, a summer estate of the Bush family.
Kennebunkport and neighboring towns Kennebunk and Arundel comprise school district RSU 21.
The Kennebunkport Christmas Prelude takes place annually in the town, beginning either in late November or early December. | Kennebunkport is located in York County, Maine and is neighbored by the towns of Kennebunk and Arundel. | closed_qa | 10,896 |
How much money did George Lucas get for selling Lucasfilm to Disney? | $4 billion | open_qa | 10,897 |
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What is dopamine? | A chemical released by the brain to feel good. Relieves pain. | open_qa | 10,899 |
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What are some tricks to baking a really good cake? | There are several things to consider when baking a cake. Paying particular attention to each will produce a consistent and delicious result. First, confirm that your oven temperature is correct. This is easily done with a meat thermometer. Place the thermometer in the middle of the center rack of the oven, where most food cooks. Then preheat the oven to a baking temperature (e.g. 350 degrees). After the oven has preheated, check the temperature on the thermometer and confirm that it also reads 350 degrees. Second, bring your refrigerated ingredients to room temperature before using. If your recipe calls for butter, do not microwave it as a shortcut. Doing so will change the consistency of your batter. Plan ahead and leave butter and eggs out on the counter for at least an hour before you begin baking. Third, pay close attention to recipe instructions related to sifting and measuring flour. "Two cups sifted flour" does not mean the same thing as "two cups flour, sifted." The first instruction means to sift the flour, then measure; whereas the second means measure first, then sift what was measured. In either scenario, do not scoop the measuring cup into the flour bin directly. This causes the flour to be tightly packed into the cup and will result in a cake that has the texture of a brick. Instead, use a spoon to lightly scoop flour from the bin into the measuring cup, leveling off the top with a butter knife. This method is messier, but will yield better results. Fourth, take the time to cream the butter and sugar well. The result should be smooth and lump free. This is the most important step to making an appealing cake, and again can't be expedited by using melted butter! Fifth, if your recipe calls for both wet ingredients (buttermilk, juice etc) and dry (flour mixture), alternate between the two in small increments rather than dumping them in sequentially. This small step will protect the texture of your cake. Sixth, once the cake batter has been poured into the pan, lift the pan and drop it onto the counter from a height of two to three inches. This will remove any air pockets that may have developed in the batter. Be careful not to bang the pan too hard, or you'll spill the batter and/or scare your pets out of the kitchen. And lastly, don't bake the cake for as long as the recipe suggests. Set the timer a few minutes early so that you don't over-bake due to any idiosyncrasy associated with your oven (referenced in step one). Please note this does not mean you should be opening and closing the oven door multiple times during the baking process. Good bakers know "if you're looking, it's not cooking," so try not to open the oven until your timer goes off. The only exception to this rule is if you smell something burning. Odds are this means the batter has spilled out over the pan and onto the bottom of the oven. if this happens, and the oven is now smoking, you have to open the door and try to remove the spill. If nothing is smoking, leave the mess until the cake is out and the oven has cooled. Back to the timer - When it goes off, quickly but carefully test the cake with several toothpicks in different areas while the cake remains in the oven. (Taking the cake in and out of the oven to test will change the temperature of both the oven and the cake). If the toothpicks are wet and sticky, the cake needs more time. If the toothpicks are clean (or a tad moist), the cake is ready to come out of the oven. Allow cake to cool on a rack, and then enjoy the fruits of your labor! | general_qa | 10,901 |
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Where did Bob Ross learn to paint? | Bob Ross took a painting class while he was stationed in Alaska. | open_qa | 10,903 |
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Who was the first Time Magazine Man of the Year? | Charles Lindbergh was named Time Magazine's Man of the Year in 1927. | open_qa | 10,904 |
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What is Sleet? | Sleet occurs when snowflakes only partially melt when they fall through a shallow layer of warm air. These slushy drops refreeze as they next fall through a deep layer of freezing air above the surface, and eventually reach the ground as frozen rain drops that bounce on impact. Depending on the intensity and duration, sleet can accumulate on the ground much like snow. | open_qa | 10,905 |
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What is impala? | The impala or rooibok is a medium-sized antelope found in eastern and southern Africa. | open_qa | 10,906 |
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Where is the town of Guasipati | Guasipati is a town that serves as the administrative seat of Roscio Municipality in the state of Bolívar, Venezuela. It was founded on 27 September 1757. Its economy depends highly on the gold of its land and that of El Callao.The city is located in the vicinity of the Denguesito ríachuelos to the northwest and the Cunurí to the west, both tributaries of the Miamo river. According to data from the National Institute of Statistics (census 2011) the population of Guasipati is 21,165 inhabitants. | open_qa | 10,911 |
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What was written in Ski-U-Mah? | Shulman was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and raised in the city's Selby-Dale neighborhood. His father Abraham, a house painter, and his mother Bessie Karchmar were Jewish immigrants from Belarus.
As a student at the University of Minnesota, where he was classmate of Thomas Heggen, Thomas R. St. George and Norman Katkov, Shulman wrote a column for the Minnesota Daily as well as pieces for Ski-U-Mah, the college humor magazine. His writing humorously exaggerated campus culture. Shortly after Shulman graduated in 1942, an agent from Doubleday persuaded Shulman to send him some clips, which resulted in the campus satire Barefoot Boy With Cheek, a surprise 1943 bestseller. In 1947 Shulman adapted Barefoot Boy into a musical of the same name. | Ski-U-Mah was the college humor magazine for University of Minnesota. Shulman wrote pieces for Ski-U-Mah humorously exaggerating campus culture.
It is not clear from the text what else was written in Ski-U-Mah, but presumably there were other humorous pieces written about topics relating to University of Minnesota. | closed_qa | 10,912 |
Hello, how are you? | I am delightly fine. | open_qa | 10,914 |
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What are the three major Abrahamic religions? | Judaism, Christianity and Islam are the three largest Abrahamic religions | open_qa | 10,915 |
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Who is the best all-time chess player? | According to the international chess federation (FIDE) and its adopted ELO rating, Magnus Carlsen is the best all-time chess player with an ELO best rating of 2882. Please note, ELO rating was adopted by FIDE in 1970 so there could have been players before that date with higher ELO rating. Still, it is safe to say Magnus Carlsen is one of the all-time best players ever. | open_qa | 10,917 |
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What is the difference between a banjo and a ukulele? | People usually use a ukulele for accompaniment and solo. The banjo is generally used for peals. Another difference between the two instruments is in regards to how they are tuned. A ukulele is tuned in only two main configurations while a banjo can be tuned to chord based on the musical style of the musicians and what they prefer. | open_qa | 10,918 |
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Which phone OS is better, IOS or Android? | Both IOS & Android are among the most popular phone operating systems available today. IOS is known to be very user friendly and has a limited set of features that work extremely well. To achieve this simplicity, IOS sacrifices the level of customizability that it provides it’s users. Android, on the other hand is known to provide a high level of customization to it’s features and is extremely popular among power users. However, due to the myriad ways that it can be customized, it can be difficult to use and often has a steep learning curve when compared to IOS. Both IOS and Android each have their specific merits that caters to different user communities among which they are wildly popular. | general_qa | 10,920 |
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Give me a one line summary of the story below:
A long long time ago the Queen of Odisha heard that there was a master stone sculptor who made such stunning statues of the gods that people would weep from happiness at the beauty of the statues if they saw them. One summer day, while resting indolently with the King in the main hall of the royal palace, the Queen suddenly had a thought. "How nice it would be, King, if we could build some beautiful statutes of Lord Jagannath so that the people can come worship Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subadhra. What do you think?"
The King thought for a few minutes, and then nodded in agreement. "What do you have in mind, my Queen?" And so, soon the stone sculptor was summoned to appear before the Court for an appointment to build in his way the statutes of the gods. Soon the monsoon season started and the sculptor appeared in front of the court, awaiting his appointment. He was a humble man from the mountainous regions of Odisha. Even at his best-dressed, one couldn't help but notice his rough hands, and the small sprinkling of dust that seemed ever present in his hair.
The King and Queen graciously waited as the sculptor bowed and then asked "Your majesties, what can I do for you?" The Queen leaned forward in her throne and her voice rang out in the court "We have heard, o Master Sculptor, of your skills from people far and wide across the Kingdom. We dream of having you put your skills to use to build beautiful statues that will represent Lord Jagannath, Subhadra, and Balabhadra for our people to worship."
The sculptor was silent. As his silence extended, ministers of the court began to feel restless. "Speak up! How can you be silent when the Queen graces you so!" But still, the sculptor was silent.
The King and Queen sat patiently in their thrones as they waited for the sculptor to respond. Perhaps the enormity of the task was too much. Perhaps, the sculptor was thinking of what he should ask for in return. Or even more, perhaps, the sculptor was awed and honored by the request.
At last, as the shadows from the late afternoon sun began to stretch across the floors of the hall, the sculptor shifted his weight, and opened his mouth to speak. "Your majesties, you grace me with such a request, I cannot help but oblige. It is an honor." At this, the Queen sat as straight as a rod, listening for the words that would come next. "But, I can do this on one condition only. I will work in a closed hall, where none may enter - regardless of whether they can hear me working or otherwise. None may enter until I open the doors from within and proclaim to all that the statues are completed."
The ministers gasped - what a strange request from this man. Was he a fool? What if he just slept and ate and didn't do any work? How could the King and Queen trust that he would do the work he was promising to do? The Queen looked on thoughtfully. She glanced at the King, and it seemed to her that he agreed on this condition without reservation. She looked at the sculptor and then nodded her assent. "We decree that you shall build these statues in a hall set aside, into which no one shall enter until your work is complete and you proclaim that to us after opening the doors of the hall from within." | A master sculptor in Odisha is hired by the King & Queen to build statutes of Lord Jagannath, Subhadra, and Balabhadra, on the condition that no one will disturb the master sculptor from his work, until he himself announces that his work is complete. | general_qa | 10,921 |
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Which two of the world's "super power" nations engaged in a cold war, following World War II? | World War II changed the political alignment and social structure of the globe and set the foundation for the international order of the world's nations during the Cold War and into present day. The United Nations was established to foster international co-operation and prevent future conflicts, with the victorious great powers—China, France, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States—becoming the permanent members of its Security Council. The Soviet Union and the United States emerged as rival superpowers, setting the stage for the nearly half-century-long Cold War. In the wake of European devastation, the influence of its great powers waned, triggering the decolonization of Africa and Asia. Most countries whose industries had been damaged moved towards economic recovery and expansion. Political and economic integration, especially in Europe, began as an effort to forestall future hostilities, end pre-war enmities, and forge a sense of common identity. | The Soviet Union and the United States. | closed_qa | 10,922 |
Why does oil float on water? | Because oil has lesser density, it floats on water | open_qa | 10,924 |
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Why is crypto currency risky? | Cryptocurrency is risk for a number of reasons. The price fluctuations are usually driven by large institutional investors not individuals. When institutions pull out their money you can see price fluctuations as high as 90% loss. It is a deregulated digital currency with no government oversight so if your money gets hacked or taken because a bad actor got your wallet keys your money is lost for good, you will never get it back, and there will never be an investigation into where your money went. If you are going to play in the crypto currency space its best to use a platform similar to coinbase that has security measures in place for all your crypto wallets so your money doesn't get stolen. | open_qa | 10,926 |
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What is the difference between an evergreen and deciduous tree? | Evergreen trees keep their leaves year around, whereas deciduous trees lose their leaves during the fall and winter and regrow them in the spring and summer | open_qa | 10,929 |
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Who is Luis Palomino | Luis Vicente Palomino (born October 9, 1980) is a Peruvian-American mixed martial artist and bare-knuckle fighter who is the current Lightweight and Welterweight champion for Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, making him the first “double champ” in the BKFC. He also competed in the Lightweight division for the World Series of Fighting and Absolute Championship Berkut. In addition, he previously fought in the featherweight division.
In 2009, Palomino fought for Bellator Fighting Championships, where he competed in their Featherweight Tournament. | open_qa | 10,930 |
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Who owns the canoe named The Island Bird? | The Island Bird is a Chesapeake Bay log canoe, built in 1882, by William Sidney Covington in Tilghman, Maryland. She is a 27 ft 4 in (8.33 m) sailing log canoe with a racing rig, a sharp stem with a longhead bow, and a sharp, raking stern. She is one of the smallest boats in the active racing fleet, with a beam of only 5 ft 6.5 in (1.689 m). The boat is privately owned by the descendants of Mr. Covington and has been racing every season since 1949. She one of the last 22 surviving traditional Chesapeake Bay racing log canoes that carry on a tradition of racing on the Eastern Shore of Maryland that has existed since the 1840s. She is located at St. Michaels, Talbot County, Maryland. | The descendants of William Sidney Covington | closed_qa | 10,931 |
What are some physical health benefits from doing strength training exercises? | Strength training also provides functional benefits. Stronger muscles improve posture, provide better support for joints, and reduce the risk of injury from everyday activities.
Progressive resistance training may improve function, quality of life and reduce pain in people at risk of fracture, with rare adverse effects. Weight-bearing exercise also helps to prevent osteoporosis and to improve bone strength in those with osteoporosis. For many people in rehabilitation or with an acquired disability, such as following stroke or orthopaedic surgery, strength training for weak muscles is a key factor to optimize recovery. | Some examples of physical benefits from strength training include improve posture, better joint support, and reduced risk of injury from everyday activities. In addition, strength training exercises have also been shown to help prevent osteoporosis and improve overall bone strength. | closed_qa | 10,932 |
Why do we have work meetings? | We have work meetings to give status updates on current projects. These meetings can be virtual or in person. In-person work meetings are great for building rapport, meeting new people, and building stronger relationships with people you already know. Staying up to date on what everyone is working and aligning with company vision is how companies stay successful and have a competitive advantage over their competitors. Regular meetings are the best way to achieve this. | open_qa | 10,933 |
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Do Ceanothus have shallow roots? | Ceanothus plants are super variable, but in general, they tend to have a deep taproot. Sometimes this is not the case if water sources are more reliable near the soil surface. | general_qa | 10,935 |
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To which town in the UK did the Ford Motor Company relocate to in 1931? | In 1931 the Ford Motor Company relocated from Trafford Park in Manchester, to a larger new plant in Dagenham, which was already the location of supplier Briggs Motorway Bodies. A 500-acre (200 ha) riverside site was developed to become Europe's largest car plant, a vast vertically integrated site with its own blast furnaces and power station, importing iron ore and exporting finished vehicles. By the 1950s Ford had taken over Briggs at Dagenham and its other sites at Doncaster, Southampton, Croydon and Romford. At its peak the Dagenham plant had 4,000,000 square feet (370,000 m2) of floor space and employed over 40,000 people, although this number gradually fell during the final three decades of the 20th century as production methods advanced and Ford invested in other European factories as well. Some of Britain's best selling cars, including the Fiesta, Escort, Cortina and Sierra, were produced at the plant over the next 71 years. | Dagenham | closed_qa | 10,938 |
What's the preferred mode of transportation in Vietnam? | You will often find the quickest, most enjoyable way to explore the cities of Vietnam is by motorbike. Whether it's a mo-ped, vespa, motorcycle, or dirt bike, these two wheeled options are the preferred method my many to get around. | general_qa | 10,943 |
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Given the reference text below, who sang "It's a Great Day to Be Alive"? | "It's a Great Day to Be Alive" is a song written by Darrell Scott. It was originally recorded by American country music artist Jon Randall, of whose version was to have been included on an album titled Great Day to Be Alive, which would have been released in the late 1990s via BNA Records. Scott released his own version of his song on his 1997 album Aloha from Nashville.
The song was also recorded by The Sky Kings, an American country-rock supergroup consisting of Bill Lloyd (Foster & Lloyd), Rusty Young (Poco), and John Cowan (New Grass Revival) around 1995/1996. Their version sat unreleased until Rhino Handmade released the compilation "From Out Of The Blue" in 2000.
The song was later covered more famously by American country music artist Travis Tritt. It was released in December 2000 as the second single from his album Down the Road I Go. It peaked at number 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and at number 33 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.
It was subsequently covered by Pat Green and Cory Morrow on their March 2001 album Songs We Wish We'd Written and by Niko Moon for his 2021 album Good Time. | "It's a Great Day to Be Alive" is a song written by Darrell Scott which was released in December 2000. | closed_qa | 10,945 |
Where is the planet mars? | Mars is the fourth planet from the sun. It is also the seconds smallest planet in the Milky Way Solar System. The name "mars" means the Roman God of War in the English language. Mars is also called the "red planet" because of how red the surface looks when viewing it through a telescope from Earth. You may have also heard the name "Mars" used as an analog "Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus." | open_qa | 10,951 |
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What is L-AP4 | L-AP4 (L-2-amino-4-phosphonobutyric acid) is a drug used in scientific research, which acts as a group-selective agonist for the group III metabotropic glutamate receptors (mGluR4/6/7/8). It was the first ligand found to act as an agonist selective for this group of mGlu receptors, but does not show selectivity between the different mGluR Group III subtypes. It is widely used in the study of this receptor family and their various functions. | open_qa | 10,957 |
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What is Renaissance? | Renaissance is a time period in the European history where the central idea changed to Humanism which promotes that idea that Humans achievements should not only celebrated but also revered. Renaissance had a great impact on the European Art scene and acted revolutionized the way people's view towards art, education, music, science and religion. This also had long reaching impacts on social fabric of Europe and extended its influence on the worlds as a whole. | open_qa | 10,958 |
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Based on this wikipedia paragraph, what original tool was Kubernetes based on? | Kubernetes (κυβερνήτης kubernḗtēs, Greek for "steersman, navigator" or "guide", and the etymological root of cybernetics) was announced by Google in mid-2014. The project was created by Joe Beda, Brendan Burns, and Craig McLuckie, who were soon joined by other Google engineers, including Brian Grant and Tim Hockin.
The design and development of Kubernetes was influenced by Google's Borg cluster manager. Many of its top contributors had previously worked on Borg; they codenamed Kubernetes "Project 7" after the Star Trek ex-Borg character Seven of Nine and gave its logo a seven-spoked wheel. Unlike Borg, which was written in C++, Kubernetes source code is in the Go language.
Kubernetes 1.0 was released on July 21, 2015. Google worked with the Linux Foundation to form the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and offered Kubernetes as a seed technology. In February 2016, the Helm package manager for Kubernetes was released. | Kubernetes was originally based on Google's Borg cluster manager tool. | closed_qa | 10,959 |
Why is WiFi such a popular way to implement a home network? | WiFi is a simple solution for creating a home network. It eliminates the need to physically connect each client device to the WiFi access point with a cable. Some devices such as smartphones and tablets often lack an Ethernet port which leaves WiFi or another wireless protocol as the only options for network connectivity. The convenience does come at a cost since air acts as a shared medium which limits both the number of clients a WiFi network can support as well as the bandwidth available to those clients. | general_qa | 10,961 |
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What does a healthy morning routine look like? | Here's an example of a healthy morning routine. You wake up at least an hour or two before your obligations begin. You start your day with a meditation practice so that you can clear your mind and focus on your intentions for the day. Then you spend at least 30 minutes on exercise. After working up a sweat, you take a shower and go through your morning getting-ready routine. You prepare coffee and breakfast, and read or spend time with a loved one as you eat. Then you begin your duties for the day. | general_qa | 10,965 |
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What kind of sounds do Alpacas make? | Alpacas make a variety of sounds:
Humming: When alpacas are born, the mother and baby hum constantly. They also hum as a sign of distress, especially when they are separated from their herd. Alpacas may also hum when curious, happy, worried or cautious.
Snorting: Alpacas snort when another alpaca is invading its space.
Grumbling: Alpacas grumble to warn each other. For example, when one is invading another's personal space, it sounds like gurgling.
Clucking: Similar to a hen's cluck, alpacas cluck when a mother is concerned for her cria. Male alpacas cluck to signal friendly behavior.
Screaming: Their screams are extremely deafening and loud. They will scream when they are not handled correctly or when they are being attacked by a potential enemy.
Screeching: A bird-like cry, presumably intended to terrify the opponent. This sound is typically used by male alpacas when they are in a fight over dominance. When a female screeches, it is more of a growl when she is angry. | open_qa | 10,966 |
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What's the best way to brew an espresso? | There is no general consensus on how to evaluate a cup of espresso, so there is no general "best way". Here are a few pointers that most of the coffee-lover community agrees will enhance the consistency and flavor of an espresso:
* Use freshly roasted beans! No amount of expensive espresso machines can save a stale batch of beans.
* Make sure your puck is evenly distributed. If needed, use a WDT tool to stir the puck gently from bottom to top, until you reach consistency.
* Observe the brewing process closely and make sure the fluid flows smoothly. If the stream is unbalanced or side-splitting, check your puck and your machine's pressurization. | open_qa | 10,967 |
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How do you make Cincinnati style Venison Chili? | In a 4 to 6 quart pot, bring 1 quart of water to a boil
Add:
2 lbs ground Venison
Sit until separated and reduce heat to a simmer
Add:
2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
5 to 6 cloves of garlic, crushed (or 3 teaspoons minced garlic)
One 15-ounce can tomato sauce
2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
In a ziplock bag, crush and add:
10 black peppercorns
8 whole allspice
8 whole cloves
Stir and Add:
1 large bay leaf
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 ounce grated unsweetened chocolate
Return to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for 2 hours.
If using ground beef, cool uncovered and store overnight in the refrigerator. Spoon off excess fat the next morning. Heat and serve | open_qa | 10,969 |
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What is the difference between futures and options? | An option gives the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy (or sell) an asset at a specific price at any time during the life of the contract. A futures contract obligates the buyer to purchase a specific asset, and the seller to sell and deliver that asset, at a specific future date. | open_qa | 10,970 |
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Who played Dr. Jerry Buss in the show Winning Time? | John C. Reilly | open_qa | 10,973 |
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Who owns the best dog in the world? | Reedo does because his little legend loves an away day and has great chat with the fam | general_qa | 10,977 |
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What year was the first pizzeria in New York founded? | Lombardi's Pizzeria in Little Italy in New York City claims to be the oldest NYC pizzeria and was opened in 1905. | open_qa | 10,978 |
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What are some of the most famous fantasy books ever written? | The Lord of the Rings Trilogy and 'The Hobbit' by J.R.R. Tolkien are particularly famous in the fantasy genre. 'The Wheel of Time' by Robert Jordan is another famous fantasy series. "A Game of Thrones' by George R.R. Martin is another famous set of fantasy books. | open_qa | 10,980 |
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Earnst & Young Entrepreneur of the year awards 2021 was given to whom | Falguni Nayar(founder and CEO of Nykaa) | open_qa | 10,982 |
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In the series A Song of Ice and Fire, who is the founder of House Baratheon? | Orys Baratheon | open_qa | 10,985 |
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What is a good Science fiction book? | Foundation by Asimov, Isaac | open_qa | 10,988 |
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Tell me something about the Dog Man comic | Dog Man is a comic book series authored by Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants. The main character is a half-man half dog policeman. Together with a few good friends, including a cat kid, a robot, a journalist, and another policeman, they defeat various powerful villains collaboratively. | general_qa | 10,991 |
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What is the difference between a guitar and bass? | The main difference between a guitar and a bass is the number of strings that they have. A guitar typically has six strings, while a bass typically has four. Additionally, guitars are typically larger and more expensive than basses. | open_qa | 10,996 |
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What year did the trek in Finding Farley end? | Finding Farley is a 2009 documentary directed by Leanne Allison as she and her husband Karsten Heuer travel across Canada in the literary footsteps of the Canadian writer Farley Mowat.
Heuer, a biologist and author, had written a book on his experiences making the documentary Being Caribou, in which he and Allison traveled 1,500 kilometres (930 mi) by foot across Arctic tundra following a herd of 120,000 Porcupine caribou. After reading a draft of Heuer's account, Mowat invited them to visit him at his summer farm in Cape Breton Island.
Accompanied by their two-year-old son Zev and dog Willow, the couple left their home in Canmore in May 2007 for a 5,000 kilometres (3,100 mi), six-month trek east across Canada. From Canmore, 100 kilometres west of Calgary, they canoed to Hudson Bay, visiting many of the settings that Mowat wrote about in Never Cry Wolf, Lost in the Barrens and People of the Deer. From Hudson Bay, their plan was to travel by sea to northern Labrador, the setting of Mowat's stories such as The Serpent's Coil, Grey Seas Under, Sea of Slaughter and A Whale for the Killing. From Newfoundland and Labrador they planned a final journey by water, arriving at Cape Breton near the end of October. Finding Farley was the top film at the 2010 Banff Mountain Film Festival, receiving both the Grand Prize and People's Choice awards. | 2007. Started in May 2007 and lasted 6 months. Which would have been November 2007. | closed_qa | 10,999 |
What is an Angul Thermal Power Station | Angul Thermal Power Station is a coal based thermal power project located at Derang village in Angul district in Indian state of Odisha. The power plant is one of the coal based power plants of Jindal India Thermal Power Limited.
Coal for the power plant is sourced from Mahanadi Coalfields Limited and water is sourced from Samal Barrage on Brahmani River which is 14 km away.
Bharat Heavy Electricals is the EPC contractor for this project. | open_qa | 11,001 |
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Why is the F-15EX Eagle II an ideal aircraft not an ideal aircraft for conducting modern offensive war fighting? | In 2018, the United States Air Force (USAF) and Boeing discussed the F-15X or Advanced F-15, a proposed single-seat variant based on the F-15QA to replace USAF F-15C/Ds. Improvements included the AMBER weapons rack to carry up to 22 air-to-air missiles, infrared search and track, advanced avionics and electronic warfare equipment, AESA radar, and revised structure with a service life of 20,000 hours. Single and two-seat variants were proposed, called F-15CX and F-15EX respectively, with identical capabilities. The USAF opted for the two-seat variant, which can be flown either by a single pilot or by a pilot and WSO for complex missions and, someday, controlling collaborative combat aircraft. One reason for this decision is that only two–seat F-15 models remained in production.
The USAF bought the F-15EX to maintain fleet size as F-22 production ended, the F-35 was delayed, and its F-15Cs aged. Although it is not expected to survive against modern air defenses by 2028, the F-15EX can perform homeland and airbase defense, enforce no-fly zones against limited air defenses, and deploy standoff munitions. In July 2020, the U.S. Defense Department ordered eight F-15EXs over three years for $1.2 billion. In August 2020, the USAF announced plans to replace F-15Cs in the Florida and Oregon Air National Guards with F-15EXs. The F-15EX made its maiden flight on 2 February 2021. The first F-15EX was delivered to the USAF in March 2021, and was flown to Eglin Air Force Base in Florida for further testing.
On 7 April 2021, its official name Eagle II was announced. The FY2021 defense appropriations bill funded F-15EX procurement at $1.23 billion for 12 aircraft, bringing total orders to 20 aircraft. By May 2022, the USAF had ordered 144 F-15EXs. It has proposed reducing its orders to 80. The first operational F-15EXs are not to receive conformal fuel tanks. The Air Force's proposed budget for fiscal 2024 includes funds to buy 24 more F-15EXs, which would bring the planned fleet up to 104 aircraft. | The Boeing F-15EX Eagle II is not expected to survive against modern air defenses by 2028. Due to the long time horizon for military hardware acquisition this does not make this aircraft suitable for many offensive war fighting missions over the coming years. | closed_qa | 11,004 |
What are tacos? | Tacos are Mexican food, made up of a tortilla with a stuffing of protein (meats) or veggies. You add toppings like cilantro, onions, and hot sauce to the tacos. Tacos are delicious and make a fabulous meal. | open_qa | 11,006 |
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What is Wimbledon? | The Wimbledon Championships, commonly known simply as Wimbledon, is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is widely regarded as the most prestigious. It has been held at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London, since 1877 and is played on outdoor grass courts, with retractable roofs over the two main courts since 2019. | The Wimbledon Championships is the oldest tennis tournament in the world. Commonly referred to as Wimbledon, it is one of the four Gran Slam tennis tournaments, alongside the Australian Open, the French Open, and the US Open. | closed_qa | 11,007 |
What ingredients do I need to make a margarita? | A margarita is an alcoholic beverage, usually made with a combination of tequila, fresh lime juice, and either agave or simple syrup. The ingredients are shaken with ice and then served in a glass over ice, often with salt on the rim. Optionally, you can add additional liquors like Cointreau to the margarita, or add additional fresh fruit juices for flavored margarita variations. | general_qa | 11,008 |
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Who said "Public service is my motto" | Al Capone | open_qa | 11,009 |
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Given this reference test, what is the daily recommended amount of magnesium for men in the UK? | In the UK, the recommended daily values for magnesium are 300 mg for men and 270 mg for women. In the U.S. the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) are 400 mg for men ages 19–30 and 420 mg for older; for women 310 mg for ages 19–30 and 320 mg for older. | The daily recommended amount of magnesium for men in the UK is 300 mg. | closed_qa | 11,011 |
What are 3 things to consider when picking a mountain to ski at? | Here are 3 things you should consider when picking a mountain visit:
* Skill level - some mountains have runs that are better suited toward beginners or experts.
* Conditions - some mountains might have gotten better or worse snow throughout the season. Weather can vary widely as well on any given day, so be sure to check ahead of time.
* Budget - the prices of ski lift tickets and ski gear can vary widely, check to see if each mountain fits your criteria to have a good day on the slopes. | general_qa | 11,014 |
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Can anyone play rugby? | One of the great things about rugby is there is a position for everyone of all different shapes and sizes. There are positions built for smaller people, bigger people, tall people, fast people and slow people. Rugby can be played by both men and women, young and old. In fact, competitive rugby can start as young as 5 years old and many people compete into their 60s. | general_qa | 11,017 |
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What is the primary information in this paragraph? | Racial categories have historically been used as a way to enable an oppressive figure or group to discriminate against other groups or individuals which were seen as different from that of the oppressor. In nineteenth and early twentieth century Europe, artwork was a common form of racialization which targeted countries in the Middle East and Asia. The artwork, predominantly paintings, were portrayed in order to instill prejudice in the Western populations through sexualizing and manipulating images. One of the most prominent examples of Orientalist work in art is a piece by Eugène Delacroix titled Women of Algiers in their Apartment. Dating back to 1834, it portrays three women resting in a harem in exotic clothing while an African woman is dressed in plain clothing, depicting her role as a servant. Fine textiles, hookahs, and other paraphernalia adorn the room, which represents a European fantasy of an exotic scene. Attempts to portray these cultures as strange, foreign and exotic through Orientalism led to intolerance towards the Arab and Asian communities in Europe and the United States. Others argue that Delacroix, who travelled in North Africa sketching extensively, was depicting a realistic scene of the era based on his first-hand knowledge and experience. In such an interpretation the clothing, for example, is consistent with the times, as Arab North Africans dressed differently from Europeans, and kept black slaves who would not have been treated as equals. | The paragraph discussed racial manipulation in the 19th to 20th centuries. It considers Europeans to be discriminative against people from the Middle East, Asia and North Africa, and uses artist expressions to communicate and manipulate these prejudice to their general population. | closed_qa | 11,018 |
Given a reference text about The Universal Data Element Framework (UDEF), tell me how the framework is used. | The Universal Data Element Framework (UDEF) was a controlled vocabulary developed by The Open Group. It provided a framework for categorizing, naming, and indexing data. It assigned to every item of data a structured alphanumeric tag plus a controlled vocabulary name that describes the meaning of the data. This allowed relating data elements to similar elements defined by other organizations.
UDEF defined a Dewey-decimal like code for each concept. For example, an "employee number" is often used in human resource management. It has a UDEF tag a.5_12.35.8 and a controlled vocabulary description "Employee.PERSON_Employer.Assigned.IDENTIFIER".
UDEF has been superseded by the Open Data Element Framework (O-DEF). | The UDEF is a framework for categorizing, naming, and indexing data. | closed_qa | 11,023 |
What is the difference between racquetball and tennis? | While racquetball and tennis are similar in that they both involve using a racquet to hit a ball back and forth, there are many differences between racquetball and tennis.
Racquetball is played in an enclosed room where players hit the ball back and forth against the same wall. In tennis, players also hit the ball back and forth but they hit it to each other over a net. In tennis, the ball has a fuzzy outer layer which causes the ball's trajectory to be more influenced by the spin on the ball. The rackets in tennis are larger and have higher tension.
A tennis court is much larger than a racquetball court measuring 78 ft long and 36 ft wide. This width is reduced in tennis to 27 ft for a singles match.
These are just a few of the differences but there are many more: scoring, attire, court markings, etc. | open_qa | 11,024 |
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What are the interests behind climate change denial? | Financial interest from industries opposed to the regulation of CO2 emissions. Migrating to low carbon technologies would require massive investments, making executives concerned about impacts on companies gross margin. | open_qa | 11,027 |
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What is an interchange fee? | Interchange fee is a term used in the payment card industry to describe a fee paid between banks for the acceptance of card-based transactions. Usually for sales/services transactions it is a fee that a merchant's bank (the "acquiring bank") pays a customer's bank (the "issuing bank").
In a credit card or debit card transaction, the card-issuing bank in a payment transaction deducts the interchange fee from the amount it pays the acquiring bank that handles a credit or debit card transaction for a merchant. The acquiring bank then pays the merchant the amount of the transaction minus both the interchange fee and an additional, usually smaller, fee for the acquiring bank or independent sales organization (ISO), which is often referred to as a discount rate, an add-on rate, or passthru. For cash withdrawal transactions at ATMs, however, the fees are paid by the card-issuing bank to the acquiring bank (for the maintenance of the machine). | open_qa | 11,028 |
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Who founded the city of Detroit? | The site that was to become the city of Detroit was established on July 24, 1701, by Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, a French military leader and trader. | open_qa | 11,029 |
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Given this paragraph about flashcards, is flashcard useful for learning painting? | A flashcard or flash card (also known as an index card) is a card bearing information on both sides, which is intended to be used as an aid in memorization. Each flashcard bears a question on one side and an answer on the other. Flashcards are often used to memorize vocabulary, historical dates, formulas or any subject matter that can be learned via a question-and-answer format. Flashcards can be virtual (part of a flashcard software), or physical. | No. Flashcards are useful for learning things based on memorization via a question-and-answer format. Painting is a creative activity. It's unlikely to be learned by memorization of existing materials. Therefore, flashcard won't be useful for learning | closed_qa | 11,031 |
How can I join two pieces of wood together for making furniture or drawers? | There are a number of joints which can be used to join wood. Miter joints involve cutting bevels in the wood and joining those bevels together using wood glue, brad nails, or splines. A mortise and tenon joint is made by cutting a hole, mortise, in one piece of wood and an identical sized peg, tenon, in the opposite piece and mating those together with glue or dowels to provide strength. | general_qa | 11,032 |
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How has Kyle Shanahan faired while coaching the San Francisco 49ers? | Kyle Shanahan has coached the 49ers since 2017. Over 6 seasons he has a record of 52 wins and 46 losses. He coached the 49ers to the Super Bowl in 2020, but lost to the Kansas City Chiefs. Overall, he is widely considered one of the better coaches in the NFL. He is known for his creative offensive strategies. | general_qa | 11,035 |
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Given the following paragraph about the history of tallest buildings, which was the first skyscraper and when was it build? | Historically, the world's tallest man-made structure was the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt, which held the position for over 3800 years until the construction of Lincoln Cathedral in 1311. The Strasbourg Cathedral in France, completed in 1439, was the world's tallest building until 1874.
The first skyscraper was pioneered in Chicago with the 138 ft (42.1 m) Home Insurance Building in 1885. The United States would remain the location of the world's tallest building throughout the 20th century until 1998, when the Petronas Towers were completed. Since then, two other buildings have gained the title: Taipei 101 in 2004 and Burj Khalifa in 2010. Since the beginning of the 21st century, the Middle East, China, and Southeast Asia have experienced booms in skyscraper construction | The first skyscraper was the Home Insurance Building in Chicago. It was build in 1885. | closed_qa | 11,036 |
How many kids does Apu have on the Simpsons? | 8 | open_qa | 11,037 |
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Based on the given passage tell me who masked cultists are? | Aloy (Ashly Burch) is cast out from the Nora tribe at birth and raised by a fellow outcast named Rost (JB Blanc). As a child (Ava Potter), Aloy obtains a Focus, an augmented reality device that gives her special perceptive abilities. Aloy becomes curious about her origins and is told by Rost that if she wins the Proving, a competition to earn the right to become a member of the Nora, the tribe's Matriarchs might concede this information. Aloy spends some years training in combat and survival under Rost's instruction. After coming of age, Aloy participates in the Proving; she wins the competition, but masked cultists attack the Nora. Rost sacrifices himself to save Aloy from their leader, Helis (Crispin Freeman). When Aloy awakens, the Matriarchs explain that Aloy was found as an infant before a sealed door within the Nora's sacred mountain and that these suspicious origins were the reason for her being an outcast. The Matriarchs name Aloy a "Seeker," allowing her to leave their lands in pursuit of the cultists. Aloy eventually learns that the cultists are part of a splinter Carja faction called the Eclipse and that Aloy was targeted due to her resemblance to an Old World scientist named Elisabet Sobeck (also voiced by Burch). Aloy locates the ruined corporate campus of Faro Automated Solutions and discovers that the Old World was destroyed nearly a thousand years ago after Faro lost control of its automated peacekeeper military robots. The robots, which could self-replicate and consume biomass, overran the planet and engulfed the biosphere, stripping Earth of life. Zero Dawn, a project spearheaded by Sobeck, was initiated to create an automated terraforming system to deactivate the robots and restore life to Earth. | The masked cultists attacked the Nora when Aloy won the proving competition. Their leader was named Helis. The cultists were part of a splinter Carja faction called the Eclipse and wanted to kill Aloy due to her resemblance to an Old World scientist named Elisabet Sobeck. | closed_qa | 11,040 |
What does Avici stand for | Avīci or Avici (Sanskrit and Pali for "without waves"; Chinese: 無間地獄 or 阿鼻地獄; Japanese: 無間地獄 or 阿鼻地獄; Burmese: အဝီစိငရဲ) is one of the hells (naraka) in Hinduism and Buddhism. In Hinduism, it is one of the twenty-eight hells located in the kingdom of Yama, where individuals are reborn for bearing false witness and outright lying while transacting business or giving charity. In Buddhism, it is the lowest level of the Naraka or "hell" realm, with the most suffering, into which the dead who have committed grave misdeeds may be reborn. It is said to be a cube 20,000 yojanas (240,000 to 300,000 kilometers) on each side, buried deep underneath the divine (nonvisible) earth. Avīci is often translated into English as "interminable" or "incessant", referring to suffering without periods of respite, although it is believed to be ultimately impermanent. | There was a famous Swedish DJ called Avicii and there is Avici that is one of the hells (naraka) in Hinduism and Buddhism. In Hinduism, it is one of the twenty-eight hells located in the kingdom of Yama, where individuals are reborn for bearing false witness and outright lying while transacting business or giving charity.
In Buddhism, it is the lowest level of the Naraka or "hell" realm, with the most suffering, into which the dead who have committed grave misdeeds may be reborn. It is said to be a cube 20,000 yojanas (240,000 to 300,000 kilometers) on each side, buried deep underneath the divine (nonvisible) earth. Avici is often translated into English as "interminable" or "incessant", referring to suffering without periods of respite, although it is believed to be ultimately impermanent. | closed_qa | 11,043 |
What are the steps I should take to become a data engineer for absolute beginner? | 1. Learn about Database systems and how data is store. (Get to know some history too of early Database Management Systems (DBMS))
2. Learn SQL.
3. Learn tuning and how to write efficient queries
4. Learn Python.
5. Learn a distributed data processing framework like Spark.
6. Do some personal projects. | general_qa | 11,044 |
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What is a good score to shoot in golf? | A good score in golf highly depends on the skill of the player. A professional can easily shoot under par by many strokes. Conversely, an amateur player can shoot anywhere from a few shots over par to over 30 shots over par. A player can also use tools that calculate their handicap, which will show them on average how much they shoot over or under par. This is a good tool for an individual to track a good or bad score during their round. | general_qa | 11,048 |
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