Arts & Humanities - 21 November 2007

contributed to the countries' prosperity?

I just need an explanation from these phrases:

"The great rivers Rhine, Meuse, and Scheldt, with their many tributaries, supplemented by canals, form navigable waterways which have contributed so much to the prosperity of these countries."

"The fertile land and the great navigable rivers created and maintained a number of Medieval states and prosperous cities, dependent culturally on either France or Germany."

is it pertaining to trading, etc? I don't know exactly what it is talking about.

thanks.

2007-11-21 14:45:30 · 1 answers · asked by marcelino angelo (BUSY) 7 in History

Think about social impact, writing style, etc.

2007-11-21 14:45:28 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Books & Authors

2007-11-21 14:42:35 · 3 answers · asked by gabriel_87107 1 in History

okay im a 9th grader and i loove vampyre/werewolf novels. i prefer young adult
ones i have read so don't recomend are
-the hole twilight series
-the morganville vampire series
-moon called and blood bound
-peeps, the last days
-in the ofrrests of the night
-tantalize
-blood and chocolate
-house of night series
i currently have a great and terrible beuty and the silver kiss, but it won't take long for me to finish them so any suggestions?!!?!?

2007-11-21 14:35:12 · 12 answers · asked by lost in a haze 3 in Books & Authors

I uploaded this image a few days ago and I just now showed it to my son. He turned pale, pointed at the monitor and passed out. I couldn't understand why this happened. When he regained consciousness, he said, "Dad! How did you DO that???" I didn't realize that I had indeed captured the image of a ghost. See the original at http://www.flickr.com/photos/samfeinstein/2047061808/

All I had to do was use the "Shadows/Highlights" tool in Photoshop and the ghost became clearly visible: http://www.flickr.com/photos/samfeinstein/2053461661/

Do you see it? Do you think I should stop taking pictures at night? If I am inviting spirits into my home, do you think they will do good or evil?

2007-11-21 14:25:31 · 14 answers · asked by Picture Taker 7 in Photography

What are your thoughts? How would the world be different today if it didnt hapen?

2007-11-21 14:22:05 · 12 answers · asked by Toodeemo 7 in History

pleasseee ?

2007-11-21 14:19:39 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Poetry

I thought it was okay.

2007-11-21 14:17:18 · 7 answers · asked by mbaskin22 4 in Books & Authors

In science, if any thing that cannot be proved directly, we assume it to be true first and then start working on that to prove it right or wrong. Thus, at least for the time being, BELIEVER’S point of view becomes more logical and put them in advantageous position. Only task they are left with it is to prove it scientifically. Where as, ATHEISTS have no starting point at all because theory of “nothing comes out of nothing” comes in their way.
( Just a thought Inspired by Pamela)

2007-11-21 14:15:08 · 14 answers · asked by ADS 5 in Philosophy

or do they lip so they can rest they're voice for the actually performance?

2007-11-21 14:14:43 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Performing Arts

And If?

Without you friend I’d be lost
no cost
to what a friend does mean

And if we were so separated
in hearts we are complete

Without you friend I’ve been sad
but, had
the memories with dreams

And if by chance we were to meet
and love as it should be

My poetic friends.
Til the end
Is love that hush-ly speaks...

2007-11-21 14:04:01 · 3 answers · asked by LonelyPoet 2 in Poetry

Who do you beleive the Gospels or Josephus about Pontius Pilat?

Is he a Wimp as the Gospels say or is he a strong Governor as Josephus states?

Remember both the Gospels and Josephus wrote this 40 years or more after the fact!!

Which account do you believe and why?

I never thumb down unless you are rude and any one who answers with intellect deserves a thum up

2007-11-21 14:01:51 · 6 answers · asked by Legend Gates Shotokan Karate 7 in History

i loved the movie interview with the vampire, im in 9th grade and i was wondering if the book is young adult. i don't care about gore just if there are any sex scenes the movie didn't put in.

2007-11-21 14:00:52 · 4 answers · asked by lost in a haze 3 in Books & Authors

I'm gonna be painting the baptism wall at my church, it's a 8' x 8' piece of sheetrock. I'm using oil paints, I've never used them before so I need all the help I can get! Most of the picture will be fire-so I'm looking for some helpful tips on how to do fire(if you have a link with some pictorial instructions that would be awesome). Also, what mediums would you recommend, if any? Do I need to put down a primer/base, or paint directly on the sheetrock? And after I'm done, what should I finish it with, something like Fixatif?

2007-11-21 14:00:01 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Painting

In class we read Ballad of Birmingham, and now I have to right a peom about an american tragedy. Do you have any ideas for the theme of my story? (besides 9/11 and the stock market crash)

~thanks

2007-11-21 13:59:41 · 5 answers · asked by Lindsey 3 in Books & Authors

I don't have a scanner and I really really can't afford even a cheap wacom tablet. Is it realistic for me to make drawings using my mouse? Does anyone do this? If yes, is there any big downsides to it that I need to be aware of?

2007-11-21 13:59:10 · 5 answers · asked by Todd M 1 in Drawing & Illustration

I am 14 years old and i dont know what size or type of acoustic to buy that is good quality. (:

2007-11-21 13:58:52 · 6 answers · asked by Savannah the Great. 2 in Performing Arts

What scene in the novel most lingers in your mind? Why?
P.S: This question is asked by me. Don't even think that's a homework and I'm tryin' to make people do it for me.
What teachers in the earth would give a homework with only one question.
I just want to get different opions from different people.
Alright guys thanks.

2007-11-21 13:56:35 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Books & Authors

2007-11-21 13:54:24 · 2 answers · asked by colombianboy92 1 in History

and not some guy

2007-11-21 13:49:59 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philosophy

Like a Kellie Pickler / North Carolina accent. don't give me stupid answers just because this is a stupid question. but could i like watch a lot of videos of people w/ accents maybe to help it to come more naturally to me?

2007-11-21 13:49:54 · 13 answers · asked by theonlyexception 4 in Other - Arts & Humanities

Ok, my friend is making me try out for our schools musical and I have NEVER done one before. I am very excited but I guess i need a monolouge and I dont know where to get one or anything. If its any help, the musical we are doing is Crazy for You!!!!
Please help me.
auditions are december 5,6,7 so i need it quick!!!

2007-11-21 13:49:46 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Theater & Acting

kkayys, i needd helpp. i have a ss essay to write. it is due on 11/30 so i need to figure out both the conflict and compromise and how the boston tea party falls under that category. so ppl, helppp?!?!? ASAP okk? Explain in FULL sentences!!! =] i'll get backk at you!

2007-11-21 13:48:56 · 6 answers · asked by jennifer1 1 in History

can you write an descriptive paragraph about a beautiful view(scene) or an interesting member of your family??

2007-11-21 13:46:56 · 4 answers · asked by Tavia Y 1 in Books & Authors

Was it the top of his head or was she trying to get out of the limo ?

2007-11-21 13:41:59 · 9 answers · asked by outlaw0009 2 in History

for my story
(What occupations?)

2007-11-21 13:40:13 · 1 answers · asked by J 3 in Books & Authors

I want to get a test on DNA to learn about my ancestry and find relatives. I have found some websites to order a kit for the test on from Ancestry.com and http://www.dnaancestryproject.com/ydna_intro_howto.php. Which is better or is there a better website I can use? Thanks.

2007-11-21 13:38:54 · 3 answers · asked by ms992 2 in Genealogy

I would Iike to know about more about aztec ppl becaue I am really into that


thxs

2007-11-21 13:27:34 · 2 answers · asked by amythepro 3 in History

2007-11-21 13:10:54 · 14 answers · asked by jemark 6 in History

2007-11-21 13:10:36 · 15 answers · asked by Ed W 2 in Philosophy