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Which one is it- an alligator or a crocodile? These two animals look almost the same

because they are both reptiles with similar body structures. However, if you look closely, you will see some small differences. Crocodiles have long, narrow snouts shaped like a V, while alligators have wider snouts shaped like a U. Unlike the alligator, you can see both the upper and lower teeth on a crocodile. However, you can only see an alligator’s upper teeth when its mouth is closed. Another slight difference is their color. A crocodile has an olive-brown color, while alligators are usually darker, almost black.

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Slavery came to an end in the United States in 1865. However, it took nearly another 100 years for black children to be allowed into most schools. In 1896, “separate but equal” schools were allowed in the United States. It wasn’t until 1954 that the Supreme Court declared that separate schools were “unequal”. Still, black students were not allowed to attend school with white students immediately. In 1957, soldiers had to be sent by the government to protect nine black high school students enrolled in an all-white school in Little Rock. In 1960, 6 year old Ruby Bridges was the first to enroll in a previously all-white school in New Orleans.

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Millions of people around the world have trouble getting to sleep at night. In fact, one in three people report having this issue. If you are one of these people, there are things you can do to get a good night’s sleep. First, doctors recommend that you go to bed and get up at the same time every night, including weekends. Keep the same routine every night at bedtime. Another solution is to avoid eating or drinking foods with caffeine. Coffee, tea, soda, and chocolate are often high in caffeine and should be avoided. Also, do not exercise within three hours of bedtime. Try to do something relaxing before heading to bed. Avoid watching scary or intense television programs, and do not think about stressful events. These are just a few ideas that can help you get a complete night of sleep.

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Venus, the second planet in our solar system, is the hottest of the planets. It is also the brightest of all planets. It is about the same size as Earth, and it is covered with thick clouds of carbon dioxide and sulfur. The clouds are so thick that little light reaches the surface of Venus. The surface of Venus is often described as a “stormy desert” full of very active volcanoes and many craters. There is no liquid water on Venus.

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Do you drink enough water each day? The average person should drink eight to ten glasses of water a day- even more if you are athletic. It is important to drink water each day for several reasons. People who do not drink enough water gain weight and have excess body fat. They also have poor muscle tone, muscle soreness, and joint pain. Students who don’t drink enough water will have trouble focusing in school because the brain needs water in order to think and solve problems. The digestive system does not work properly without enough water, as well. All parts of the body work better when a person drinks the correct amount of water each day.

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Field hockey and ice hockey are both played on a rectangular area. There are goals with nets at the ends of each playing area. Players carry wooden hockey sticks for both sports. There are also many important differences between the two sports. Field hockey began in England, while ice hockey originated in Canada. Eleven field hockey players run across the field wearing shoes and shinguards. Ice hockey players glide across the rink wearing skates, helmets, and a lot of protective padding. There are six players from each team on the ice at one time.

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There are many steps in creating the perfect steak. First, you need to find good meat. Beef steak should be thicker, red in color, with thin lines of fat running through them. Then, you need to season the meat and make sure that the meat is at room temp before cooking. This allows the meat to cook evenly. Next, you should cook the meat over medium-high heat until it is as cooked as you desire. Finally, take the steak off the grill and cover it loosely with aluminum foil for five minutes.

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Michael Phelps is well known as the most decorated Olympian of all time, with a total of 22 medals. He was born June 30, 1985 in Maryland. He began swimming at age 7. By age 10, he held a national record. At age 15, he qualified for the U.S. Olympic swim team in 2000. In 2001 he became the youngest man ever to set a swimming world record. At the 2004 Summer Olympics, he won six gold and two bronze metals, and had the second-best performance ever at a single Olympics. In the 2008 Summer Olympics, he broke that record with 8 gold medals! He competed in the 2012 Olympics and won his 22nd Olympic medal (18th gold). Following the 2012 Olympic Games, he retired from the sport of swimming.

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The Kingda Ka, a tiger themed roller coaster, is the tallest coaster in the world. It is located at Six Flags Great Adventure Amusement Park in Jackson, New Jersey. It reaches 456 feet in the air. It is also the world’s second fastest roller coaster, reaching a speed of 128 miles per hour. It was completed in 2005. The ride lasts 28 seconds from start to finish. Thrill seekers enjoy the lightning fast speed (it goes from 0 to 128 miles per hour in 3.5 seconds), 418 foot drop, and the moment of weightlessness that occurs near the end of the ride.

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Sadly, many children and teenagers report that they are victims of bullying. Many experts believe that the fix lies with the bystanders. The bystanders are the people who witness the bullying. Bystanders often want to do something to stop the bullying, but do not intervene or try to discourage the bully. A number of experts believe that the bystanders have the power to reduce bullying at school. They believe that schools need to give kids the tools necessary to take a stand when they see someone being bullied. Therefore, teachers and guidance counselors are working hard to empower bystanders by role- playing situations and discussing when it’s necessary to tell an adult about bullying.

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