Question
Emerson’s famous poem named Concord Hymn begins with: “By the rude bridge that arched the flood,”

Why was the bridge considered “rude”?

Answer
The short answer is the word “rude” means “unfinished” (as opposed to being disrespectful), and the condition of the bridge in the 1830s was poor [6] or possibly non-existent [5].

Here is the longer answer:

This was the poem with the well-known quote “the shot heard round the world.” It was originally written to dedicate a monument at the North Bridge [5] in Concord.

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Problem scenario
A furnace keeps getting hot exceeding the desired temperature of the thermostat. It never stops and is creating a great deal of heat. What could be wrong?

Possible Solution #1
It could be a thermostat issue. Can you replace the thermostat or remove it from the wall to see if that stops the heater? If it keeps getting hot,

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Problem scenario
You remember that Mark Rippetoe said something about the hips and the back battling in the deadlift. What was this about?

Answer
“The back muscles and the hamstrings are in a war for control over your pelvic position, and the lower back must win.”

Listen or watch this video (which is set to the two-minute 30-second mark): https://youtu.be/p2OPUi4xGrM?t=149

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Problem scenario
Edmund Randolph was the attorney general under George Washington. George Washington evidently trusted Edmund Randolph. But George Washington did not forgive George Mason for refusing to sign the Constitution. Why was Edmund Randolph different?

Possible Answer
At the Virginia ratification convention, George Mason voted “no,” but Edmund Randolph voted “yes.”

The source of Edmund Randolph doing these things is https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/oc/stc/people/edmund-randolph.

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Problem scenario
In the book The Declaration of Independence, Thomas Paine, and Your Freedom by Andrew J. Galambos on page 145 refers to Charles Henry Lee talking about the Declaration of Independence as a mangled document. Was it Charles Henry Lee or Richard Henry Lee?

Answer
It was Richard Henry Lee who referred to the Declaration of Independence as “mangled.” The reference to “Charles” appears to be a typo;

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Question
The top of the first page says “The work needed to be completed before Henry Lee’s motion proclaiming independence was due for debate on July 1…” Why does Dr. David Head’s laminated study guide refer to Henry Lee moving for independence from Great Britain?

Answer
It is a mistake. It should say Richard Henry Lee.

The laminated guide is not bad all-in-all.

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Problem Scenario
You look at a map of Nevada County, and it appears to be shaped like a gun. You were told it was due to anger over the State of Nevada “stealing” the name. Why is the County shaped like a derringer pistol?

Answer
It was not to get revenge against Nevada.

As of June 1,

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Raising healthy children involves more than just ensuring they eat their greens and get enough sleep. It’s about empowering them to make positive decisions that benefit their physical and mental well-being. This article shared with you below by raisethemwell.org will explore practical strategies to encourage your kids to adopt healthier habits.

Exploring Healthy Eating Options Together

One effective way to foster a love for healthful eating in your children is by involving them in the decision-making process.

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Problem scenario
After Richard Henry Lee made the “Lee Resolution,” on June 6, 1776, he went back to Virginia. He would have been on the Committee to draft the Declaration of Independence had he stayed (page 305 of Thomas Paine, The Author of the Declaration of Independence). Why Did Richard Henry Lee leave the Continental Congress temporarily in June of 1776?

Answer
His wife was ill (per ushistory.org and page 294 of Thomas Paine,

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Problem Scenario
You have read about Cato being someone named Reverend William Smith (a fervent loyalist) while George Washington had an affinity for Cato. Who was Cato in the context of the American Revolution?

Answer
There were different Catoes. There needs to be a disambiguation of “Cato.”

George Washington’s favorite play was Cato by Joseph Addison.

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