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Category Archives: Rome and Greece

Where Did the Continents Get Their Names?

Where did each of the seven continents get their names? The answer involves the sunrise and sunset, a big bear and a little bear, and three mythological queens.

Posted byAspen MooreSeptember 5, 2022Posted inetymology, Rome and GreeceTags:continents, geography, names1 Comment on Where Did the Continents Get Their Names?

Where Does Pie Come From?

Where does pie come from, and why do we eat it on Thanksgiving? The answer involves a certain bird known for collecting miscellaneous objects, Queen Elizabeth I, and elaborate dinnertime entertainment.

Posted byAspen MooreNovember 22, 2021November 22, 2021Posted inegypt, food, holidays, Rome and Greece, UncategorizedTags:America, dessert, England, English, holidays, pie, thanksgivingLeave a comment on Where Does Pie Come From?

Where Does Halloween Come From?

Where does Halloween come from? The answer involves community bonfires, ritualized hospitality, and visits from the Otherworld.

Posted byAspen MooreOctober 31, 2021Posted inholidays, religion, Rome and GreeceTags:all hallows eve, celtic, Christianity, halloween, samhainLeave a comment on Where Does Halloween Come From?

Take This Article with a Grain of Salt

Why do we take something uncertain “with a grain of salt”? The answer involves a universal antidote to poison, Bible commentary, and some questionable photos of Ireland.

Posted byAspen MooreOctober 11, 2021Posted inidioms, Rome and GreeceTags:English, grain of salt, idioms, latin, mithridates, romeLeave a comment on Take This Article with a Grain of Salt
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