Best of Blurtit
Why Did The Romans Invade Britain?
asked by Bexi-boos 2 years ago - 4 answers
There is no definitive answer to this question, rather there are accepted theories based on the available evidence. A variety of factors are generally cited. Among these are:
A) Britain was seen as the edge of the world. The acclaim and glory brought to the Roman general who could conquer Britain would enhance the prestige of the Republic, their family and their political prospects.
B) Rome had recently conquered Gaul (except for a small village of indomitable Gauls which held out under their chief Vitalstatistics...) and the territory was not yet fully subdued. Britain contained related Celtic tribes such as the powerful Belgae and Trinovantes, which could offer potential support and allies for Gallic rebellion.
C) Economic wealth... Britain had several valuable commodities; tin, slaves, read more...
A) Britain was seen as the edge of the world. The acclaim and glory brought to the Roman general who could conquer Britain would enhance the prestige of the Republic, their family and their political prospects.
B) Rome had recently conquered Gaul (except for a small village of indomitable Gauls which held out under their chief Vitalstatistics...) and the territory was not yet fully subdued. Britain contained related Celtic tribes such as the powerful Belgae and Trinovantes, which could offer potential support and allies for Gallic rebellion.
C) Economic wealth... Britain had several valuable commodities; tin, slaves, read more...
answer by Dragoon9 2 years ago
1
0
What Are The Most Dangerous Animals On Earth?
3 months ago - 19 answers
The 10 most dangerous animals in the world based on the number of fatalities per year:
10. Bears: 5-10 fatalities per year
Habitat: Canada, North Pole, USA, Russia - and a few other isolated pockets globally.
Many of us had teddy bears as a child. Beautiful and cuddly in appearance, real-live bears - grizzly, polar, and black - are all beautiful but immensely strong, quick, and defensive creatures. The more humans encroach on their territory, the more aggressive they are forced to become. If faced with an angry bear who is snuffling or pawing the ground, back away slowly while throwing sticks and stones and shouting.
9. Sharks: About 100 fatalities per yearHabitat: waters around Florida, Australia, Hawaii, South Africa
Unlike bears, sharks have a read more...
10. Bears: 5-10 fatalities per year
Habitat: Canada, North Pole, USA, Russia - and a few other isolated pockets globally.
Many of us had teddy bears as a child. Beautiful and cuddly in appearance, real-live bears - grizzly, polar, and black - are all beautiful but immensely strong, quick, and defensive creatures. The more humans encroach on their territory, the more aggressive they are forced to become. If faced with an angry bear who is snuffling or pawing the ground, back away slowly while throwing sticks and stones and shouting.
9. Sharks: About 100 fatalities per yearHabitat: waters around Florida, Australia, Hawaii, South Africa
Unlike bears, sharks have a read more...
answer by Guinevere 3 months ago
7
1
What Should I Do If I Think I Have Swine Flu?
3 months ago - 1 answer
What is Swine Flu?Swine flu is a disease that pigs get that has been spreading among people. Although there are regular outbreaks of swine flu in pigs worldwide, it has usually only affected humans who work closely with pigs. The swine flu is a version of H1N1 sub-type that infects pigs. The virus mutated/changed so that it is now able to infect humans.
be_khe
What to do if you think you have Swine FluIf you think you have swine flu the first thing you should do is consult the NHS website and go through the checklist of symptoms which include (and are very similar to seasonal flu):
• Fever - a body temperature of 38 °C /100.4 °F or more • Fatigue • Lack of appetite • Coughing
Some people have also reported having a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting, read more...
be_khe
What to do if you think you have Swine FluIf you think you have swine flu the first thing you should do is consult the NHS website and go through the checklist of symptoms which include (and are very similar to seasonal flu):
• Fever - a body temperature of 38 °C /100.4 °F or more • Fatigue • Lack of appetite • Coughing
Some people have also reported having a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting, read more...
answer by Guinevere 3 months ago
1
0
What Are Some Of The Most Expensive Cocktails?
asked by Shujing 4 months ago - 2 answers
We’ve all been there; you’re at the bar, the music’s good, the company better, and the next thing you know the bar tab arrives with more zeros than you’ve seen since you failed calculus. Whatever the damage was that night, be glad that you were not drinking any of the cocktails on this list, whose price tags range from “ouch” to “I need a second mortgage”.
$500
The Ritz Side Car – The Bar Hemingway, Hotel Ritz - Paris
A very expensive version of the cocktail they invented at this very bar, the Ritz Sidecar is a blend of Cointreau, cognac and lemon juice. If you are wondering why it costs so much, the answer is in the cognac. The Bar Hemingway uses an extremely rare vintage, an 1830 Ritz Reserve that predates the cataclysmic destruction of many of France’s greatest vineyards. read more...
$500
The Ritz Side Car – The Bar Hemingway, Hotel Ritz - Paris
A very expensive version of the cocktail they invented at this very bar, the Ritz Sidecar is a blend of Cointreau, cognac and lemon juice. If you are wondering why it costs so much, the answer is in the cognac. The Bar Hemingway uses an extremely rare vintage, an 1830 Ritz Reserve that predates the cataclysmic destruction of many of France’s greatest vineyards. read more...
answer by Susan_h 3 months ago
5
0
How Do You Protect Your Privacy On Facebook?
3 months ago - 1 answer
There are a few basic steps you can take to protect your information on Facebook. If used correctly, Facebook settings allow you to be very private or very public with specific aspects of your profile and other information.
Separating work from pleasureClick on ‘Friends’ at the top of the page (between ‘Profile’ and ‘Inbox’ on the blue bar); click on ‘Friends’ under the heading ‘Lists’ down the left-hand column. This will show all your friends with a button allowing you to ‘Create new list’ at the top.
You can also click on ‘+Create’ at the bottom of the lists list. Use this to separate your friends, family, and work colleagues. Among other things, this can be used to avoid your parents and/or colleagues from seeing conversations about your drunken antics read more...
Separating work from pleasureClick on ‘Friends’ at the top of the page (between ‘Profile’ and ‘Inbox’ on the blue bar); click on ‘Friends’ under the heading ‘Lists’ down the left-hand column. This will show all your friends with a button allowing you to ‘Create new list’ at the top.
You can also click on ‘+Create’ at the bottom of the lists list. Use this to separate your friends, family, and work colleagues. Among other things, this can be used to avoid your parents and/or colleagues from seeing conversations about your drunken antics read more...
answer by Guinevere 3 months ago
2
0
Subscribe to Best of Blurtit
You can now ask Blurtit a question via twitter. Simply message a question to @askblurtit and we will send you a reply when its answered!
