Geography of Anne's Near-Death Experiences
What is Martha's Vineyard?
Don't bother telling tes amis to "Frappez la rue"-- say this in English so they'll know it's time to go
What is hit the road?
WJB burst onto the national political scene in 1896 when he delivered his fiery "Cross of Gold" speech at the Democratic National Convention, held in this city which had just hosted a World's Fair a few years prior
What is Chicago?
This dormant volcano is the world's highest free-standing mountain-- meaning it is not part of a broader mountain range
What is Mount Kilimanjaro?
When in Rome, if you find a malus malum, remember it might do this-- meaning corrupt others
What is spoil the bunch? (One bad apple)
According to his NYT obituary, hundreds of people "braved intermittent downpours" to attend WJB's burial at this cemetery, befitting his status as a Colonel in the Spanish-American War
What is Arlington National Cemetery?
A catastrophic event began in Pudding Lane in this city in 1666.
What is London?
Next time your Norwegian friend frets over something that's already happened and can't be fixed, remind them not to gråte over sølt melk-- meaning this
What is cry over spilt milk?
Bryan was progressive in his politics and conservative in his religion; he championed causes such as the 8-hour work day, a minimum wage, and this cause that achieved a major victory via constitutional amendment in 1917
What is prohibition?
Known for its extensive metro system, this city’s subway network is one of the busiest and most elaborately decorated in the world. On your next visit, get off at the Teatralnaya stop in order to catch a show at the Bolshoi Theatre.
What is Moscow?
While seeing your Scottish friend perform the Scottish play, remember your theatre superstitions and tell them to "Briseadh cas," meaning this
What is break a leg?
What are electoral votes?
Supai Village, located in this national park, is considered one of the most remote settlements in the US, and is the only place in the country where mail is carried in and out by mules.
What is Grand Canyon National Park?
Curious what's on your Freund's mind? Ask them, "Einen Cent für deine Gedanken?", meaning this
What is a penny for your thoughts?
Bryan argued for the prosecution (against evolution) in the Scopes Monkey trial, going up against this famed "sophisticated country lawyer" who championed the ACLU and has been called "the greatest lawyer of the 20th century"
Who is Clarence Darrow?