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How can I teach chess to a child in an interesting way?
For one, do not teach any opening variations. Just make him/her solve plenty of chess tactics regularly. Show him some very attacking chess games and mating patterns. Teaching him or her opening variations will affect his positional knowledge and experience. Make sure that he/she solves a lot of cheRead more
For one, do not teach any opening variations. Just make him/her solve plenty of chess tactics regularly. Show him some very attacking chess games and mating patterns. Teaching him or her opening variations will affect his positional knowledge and experience. Make sure that he/she solves a lot of chess tactics and mating patterns regularly on chess board.
See lessWhy does Ambulance/ER service cost so much in the US?
It’s expensive to maintain an ambulance, crew and training. A lot of ambulance services are private. They are for profit businesses. They are not run by the state you live in. When you call 911, the ambulance that shows up may be run by a private firm. Insurance in the US doesn’t pay for everything.Read more
It’s expensive to maintain an ambulance, crew and training. A lot of ambulance services are private. They are for profit businesses. They are not run by the state you live in. When you call 911, the ambulance that shows up may be run by a private firm. Insurance in the US doesn’t pay for everything. You get to pay for a lot of the service. Private firms, especially, will go after you for every cent of the bill that the insurance company doesn’t pay them. If you are out of network or the private company doesn’t have an agreement with your insurance group, then you pay more. That is how it works.
See lessAre there culture shocks you feel should be adjusted?
It highly depends on what the shock is all about. You may learn things you never ever knew existed and it can be fascinating and good to know about. But other cultures do terrible things and it can shock you horribly how cruel or unreasonable or how “not right” certain things they do are. It can beRead more
It highly depends on what the shock is all about. You may learn things you never ever knew existed and it can be fascinating and good to know about. But other cultures do terrible things and it can shock you horribly how cruel or unreasonable or how “not right” certain things they do are. It can be good or bad depending on what you are seeing and experiencing.
See lessAre there things you wish you knew before relocating to the US as an immigrant?
A lot of things! I wish someone gave me a manual upon arrival. First, know that there is no official program assisting new immigrants. You get no money, no housing, no food. It’s all up to you now. That’s the American way. Everyone gets a social security number and it’s your personal financial reputRead more
A lot of things! I wish someone gave me a manual upon arrival.
See lessFirst, know that there is no official program assisting new immigrants. You get no money, no housing, no food. It’s all up to you now. That’s the American way. Everyone gets a social security number and it’s your personal financial reputation. So, do not lend it to anyone, no matter how sad of a story they tell you.
Healthcare is very expensive, so it’s imperative to take great care of your body: don’t overeat, don’t stress out, have regular checkups, eat healthy, exercise. Car is your legs. If you don’t drive, you don’t get anywhere. Get yourself a car and learn how to drive as soon as possible.
Pets for Americans are more like children and less like animals. They are entitled to proper care, including professional medical care, and even tending to their psychological needs. Don’t get a pet unless you are in a good position and willing to commit.
Be mindful of advertising. It’s everywhere and it’s the best in the world. You would want to buy the baldness medicine even though your head is full of hair. Don’t watch TV, especially infomercials. Tune out online ads too.
Despite all, the United States is the land of opportunity. You will understand it shortly upon arrival. Don’t ever forget it and don’t waste it. Many people risked their lives to have this chance. Follow the rules and do not break them. American system is based on rationality and logic. If you see a rule and don’t understand it, learn more instead of breaking it.