What is the literacy rate in Maine?
The literacy rate in Maine is around 95%, which means that 95% of the population over the age of 15 can read and write. Maine generally has a high literacy rate compared to the national average in the United States.
Earliest known humans to live in Maine?
The earliest known humans to live in what is now Maine were the Paleo-Indians, who arrived around 12,000 years ago at the end of the last Ice Age. These nomadic hunter-gatherers were the first inhabitants of the region.
Charles Babbage was a 19th century English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer known as the "father of the computer". He designed the first mechanical computer called the Analytical Engine, which is considered a precursor to modern computers. His work laid the foundation for the development of computer technology.
What country is mainly Buddist?
There are the most buddist in 1.China then 2.Japan , 3.Thailand , 4.Vietnam , 5.Myanmar.
How long have people been using the term Down East to describe that area of Maine?
OH MY GOD! There is a place that DOWN EAST is used to describe spacifically.... umm, i cant think of the name, it is only reached by boat. it was the best place for fishermen to find and catch the lobsters... since that has been a fad for us main-ah's for quite a while. i would say that you need to find out that place i cant remember and research the length of time that it has been open
Maine laws on alcohol to minors?
Minors (under 21) may NOT purchase any alcohol anywhere in the United States. But, If your parent(s) give you permission to drink, you may as long as you are at YOUR house.
What sport teams start with j?
Jack Dempsey and Jersey Joe Walcott were world heavyweight boxing champions. Joe DiMaggio is a former professional baseball player. He is a member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
You can just do a search for ' map of maine'. Here is a link to get you started though. http://www.infoplease.com/atlas/state/maine.html
Maine was occupied by the British in both the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812.
Which is the most popular form of transport for tourists?
the most popular transport for the tourists is air transport
Where is the first ray of sunlight seen in the United States?
This is actually a bit of a complicated answer, because it depends on what you really mean by "in the United States." And here's why I say that:
Technically, Wake Island, an unorganized, unincorporated territory of the United States is west of the International date line, and so it is 1 day ahead of what we typically think of as "the United States."
Maine is the eastern most State, and Lubec is the eastern most town, making it the eastern most town in the Continental United States to see daylight.
However, West Quoddy Head, which is part of Lubec, is considered the eastern most point in the Continental United States. And, of course, Point Udall in St. Croix (U.S. Virgin Islands) is the eastern most point of all the US Territories.
Why does Maine get the suns rays before any other state in the US?
The sun rises in the East, pass over the sky during the day and sets in the west. Whatever that's closest to the east will get sunrise first.
What is the tallest mountain in Maine?
The tallest mountain in Maine is Mount Katahdin at 1,599 m or 5,246 ft. Located in north central Maine in Baxter State Park Latitude/Longitude 45.904 / -68.922
Where is the Vinalhaven Historical Society The in Vinalhaven Maine located?
The address of the Vinalhaven Historical Society The is: Po Box 339, Vinalhaven, ME 04863
What state is the farthest north in your country?
In the United States Maine is the farthest state north on the main land. Alaska is the farthest state north in North America.
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What is the famous explorer from Maine?
Robert Peary is a famous explorer from Maine. He claimed to have reached the North Pole during his expedition in the year 1909.
How long would it take to walk from Houston Texas to Bangor Maine?
The total distance in road miles is about 3,280 miles according to MapQuest. Assuming that on average 20 miles could be covered every day and no time was lost along the way due to sickness or injury the trip would require 164 days or about 5.5 months to complete. Few would make it all the way and a skilled and trained athlete with sufficient motivation could cut that time in half.