Today the official language of the United States and most of Canada is English. However, French almost became the official language because of a war. The French and Indian War was fought between 1754 and 1763. The name of this war is not exactly correct because the war was actually between England and France. The [...]
The Harm of Radioactivity
Radioactivity is dangerous. It may cause skin burns; it may destroy good tissues and what it may cause can be passed on to our children and grandchildren. In case of exposure it may even cause death. In the early days of radioactivity, scientists did not realize these dangers. Marie and Pierre Curie, after having worked [...]
Never, Never Give Up
We often hear people say, “Never give up.” These are encouraging words that give a person determination. A person who believes in them will keep trying to reach his goal no matter how many times he fails. In my opinion, determination to succeed is an important quality to have. Therefore, I believe that we should [...]
Forgive and Forget
When someone has deeply hurt you, it can be extremely difficult to let go of your anger. But forgiveness is possible—and it can be surprisingly helpful to your physical and mental health. Indeed, research has shown that people who forgive report more energy, better appetite and better sleep patterns. “People who forgive show less anger [...]
