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http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/501/why-are-the-floors-of-a-building-called-stories
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What determines a house is 1.5 stories?
The location of the bedrooms determine whether a house is 1.5 stories. If all of the bedrooms are located on the second floor it's called two-story; if the master bedroom is onthe main floor, it is called 1.5 stories.
What is the number of stories in the tallest house you can build with two 52-card decks?
Well it is about 4 stories when you built a house out of the 52 cards!
How many stories does a ranch house have?
One
What does a mansion look like?
A big house usually consisting of multiple stories
Stories that teach a lesson are called what and the name of the story starts with F?
Fable
What determines a house is 1.5 stories?
The location of the bedrooms determine whether a house is 1.5 stories. If all of the bedrooms are located on the second floor it's called two-story; if the master bedroom is onthe main floor, it is called 1.5 stories.
What is the name of monkey house called?
Kurt Vonnegut's assortment of short stories is named Welcome to the Monkey House
Haunted house with 13 levels?
The haunted house with 13 levels is called THE 13th FLOORit is SO scary, i would never go, but try if you dare... go ahead
Why was roald dahl's house called Gypsy house?
Roald Dahl's house was called Gypsy House because it was named after the gypsy caravan that Dahl and his family had in their garden. The caravan was a place where Dahl went to write and find inspiration for his stories.
What were Aesop's stories called?
His stories are called fables.
How many levels are in the White House?
6 levels
What are greek stories called?
Greek stories were called myths. ;D
How do you skip all the levels on grand theft auto vice city stories?
well in vice city stories u cant skip any levels
What is a 3 story house?
It is a house with three levels.
Are stories that are true called fiction?
No. True stories are called non-fiction.
What two levels does Toni Morrison intend her stories to work on?
Toni Morrison intends for her stories to work on both the literal level, where events and characters are described, and the symbolic or metaphorical level, where deeper themes, emotions, and societal issues are explored through the narrative. By utilizing these two levels simultaneously, Morrison creates rich, complex stories that resonate with readers on multiple levels.
How many stories are in the white house?
The White House has six floors, including the basement. However, the number of stories or levels accessible to the public is limited to three: the ground floor, state floor, and second floor. The rest of the floors are primarily used for administrative purposes and private residences.
