What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?
I always mix these two up in bio class. Can someone give me a clear comparison? We have a test on Friday and my notes are a mess.
How do I write a strong thesis statement for a literary essay?
My teacher keeps saying my thesis is 'too broad' or 'just a fact'. I don't know what makes a good one. I'm working on an essay about The Great Gatsby.
How do I solve quadratic equations by completing the square?
I understand the quadratic formula but my teacher wants us to use completing the square. I keep getting stuck halfway through when the leading coefficient isn't 1. Can someone walk me through a clear example?
What are the provinces and territories of Canada?
We need to memorize all 10 provinces and 3 territories of Canada for a geography quiz. Is there a trick to help remember them all? I keep forgetting some.
How does photosynthesis work?
Our science teacher explained photosynthesis but I'm still confused. I understand plants use sunlight, but what exactly happens? And what's the chemical equation for it?
Can you explain what a simile and a metaphor are?
My English teacher keeps saying my writing needs more figurative language. I understand similes use like or as, but I always mix up when to use a metaphor vs a simile. Can you explain with examples?
What is the order of operations in math (BEDMAS)?
I got a math question wrong on my test. The question was 2 + 3 × 4 and I put 20, but my teacher said the answer was 14. Why? I just went left to right.
How do I write a strong thesis statement?
My English teacher keeps saying my essays need a stronger thesis statement. I know it goes at the end of the introduction, but I don't know how to make it better. Can you give me an example?
Why does Canada have two official languages?
My teacher asked us to explain why Canada has both English and French as official languages. I know it has something to do with history but I'm not sure of the details. Can someone help me understand?
How do I solve for x in an equation like 3x + 7 = 22?
I have a math test tomorrow and I keep getting confused when solving for x. Like for 3x + 7 = 22, I don't know what steps to follow. Can someone walk me through it?
What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?
We learned about cell division in science class and I always mix up mitosis and meiosis. They sound so similar! What's the easiest way to remember the difference?
What caused World War 1?
I have to write a paragraph about the main causes of WWI for history class. I've heard about the assassination of Franz Ferdinand but my teacher said there were more causes. What were they?
How do I find the area of a triangle?
I know the formula for the area of a rectangle but I always forget how to find the area of a triangle. My homework has a triangle with a base of 8 cm and a height of 5 cm.