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What are some popular displays at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago?

The U-505 is one of the infamous German U-boats of World War II. It was captured when depth charges from the USS Chatelain blasted it to the surface off the coast of West Africa on June 4, 1944. The submarine is completely restored and lets museum visitors tour the inside of the only U-boat in the United States.\nThe Pioneer Zephyr was the diesel passenger train that broke the speed record from Denver to Chicago in 1934. Guests can tour the entire train from the engineer's cockpit to the dining car, see newsreel footage from its famous run, and drive the train on a computer simulator.\nA ..

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What are some key points on a map of Chicago, Illinois, and the surrounding area?

The four major sports venues for Chicago-based professional sports teams are spread throughout the Chicago metro area. Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears, is on the lakefront very near downtown Chicago. The Chicago Cubs play in Wrigley Field, located north of downtown, while the home of the Chicago WhiteSox, US Cellular Field, is south of Chicago. The Chicago Bull and Blackhawks both play at the United Center, located east of downtown Chicago.\nA list of buildings on the National Historic Register in Chicago is available at Encyclopedia.ChicagoHistory.org, including street addresses. The..

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Where can you find a list of all 21 California missions?

MissionsCalifornia.com provides an additional list of 21 Web pages, each dedicated to an individual mission. These pages offer specific information on mission histories, locations and special designations, along with slideshow presentations. Another portion of the site contains a collection of true stories describing the missions' origins and their historical significance throughout the state of California.

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What are some facts about Montezuma Castle in Arizona?

Nowadays, the roughly 350,000 annual visitors to Montezuma Castle can only view it from a distance. Montezuma Castle was declared a National Monument in 1906 by President Theodore Roosevelt. This conferred upon it the same status as the Statue of Liberty. Since that time, the ruins have been protected from further destruction and looting, the latter of which was responsible for the loss of many original artifacts.Montezuma Castle comprises five levels and 20 rooms, built entirely within a recess in the limestone cliffs overlooking the flood plain of Beaver Creek. Its name, after the Aztec king..

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Which Florida cities have airports?

Miami International Airport is the busiest airport in Florida. The airport is one of American Airlines' national hubs, as well as a stopover for many to and from Latin America. Orlando International Airport is the second busiest airport in Florida and serves as one of the national hubs for JetBlue, Southwest and Frontier. Tampa International Airport is also a hub for Southwest. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is a hub for Spirit and JetBlue.\nAs of 2015, Daytona Beach International Airport operates flights to and from Atlanta, Georgia; Charlotte, North Carolina and New Yor..

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Is there oil in North Dakota?

The employment rate in North Dakota has increased significantly as a result of the oil industry and, as of 2013, the state has the lowest unemployment rate of any state in the United States. However, the negative effects of this include a rapidly increasing population, which results in poorer roads and has an effect on water supplies, sewage systems and other government services. Crime and prostitution rates have increased as well.

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What is a mapping exercise?

The mapping process uses patterns of data that are visually represented on the map using symbols, colors and graphics. Mapping exercises are usually carried out by cartographers, geographers and geographic information specialists.Often, an area must be mapped when planning construction, exploration or navigation of the environment. This way, the map serves as a blueprint and guide for urban planning, environmental impact assessment or other procedures. The mapping exercise should result in an understanding of the area's major features. For example, topographic maps evaluate both the cultu..

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What U.S. states have beautiful mountain scenes?

One of the top 50 natural wonders of the United States, according to CNN, is the mountain landscape at Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park. The rugged peaks reach up to 14,000 feet tall where only tundra exists, a habitat with little plant growth that supports bighorn sheep, elk and bobcats. Visitors can explore the area through 350 miles of hiking and cycling trails. Hawaii also hosts beautiful mountain scenes such as the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where Mauna Loa sits at 30,000 feet tall.\nMaine offers a view of Mount Katahdin, the northernmost peak of the Appalachian Trail and..

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What are some examples of cruise ship disasters?

In 2012, the Costa Concordia ran aground on a reef near Tuscany, Italy and toppled onto its side, killing 32 people and injuring 64. In 2005, pirates attacked the Seabourn Spirits and fired machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades on it. The ship was able to escape with no passengers being injured. In 2010, over 400 passengers and crew on the Celebrity Mercury were stricken with the norovirus, causing vomiting and other gastrointestinal ills aboard the ship. In 1915, the S.S. Eastland rolled over while in port in downtown Chicago, killing approximately 840 of the 2,500 passengers aboard.

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Where can you find an island map for Cozumel, Mexico?

The Mayans first settled the island of Cozumel in 300 A.D. They used the island as a religious sanctuary where women came to worship the fertility goddess Ixchel. The island is home to the Mesoamerican Reef, which is the largest reef system in the Americas. This unique ecological system attracts divers and snorkelers from all around the world.

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