Fresno Pacific University

As you can see in the chart titled “Alaska's ASFR 2000 & 2010” above, the Age-Specific fertility (ASFR) rates differ very much in 2010 compared to 2000. The Age Specific Fertile Rate is also abbreviated as ASFR; it is the number of live births per 1000 women. It is focused on a certain age group in an area at a specific point in time. While looking at the Age specific fertility rate graph for 2000 for all age groups, it quickly increases at the beginning and then slowly begins to decrease as…

had with other countries. the panama canal is like a station for ships and it all started to be a train canal were trains pick up people and take them were they are going to go to. The Panama Canal was a waterway that links into the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.…

Dog fights, atomic bombs, and Pearl Harbor are the common thoughts that resonate when one hears the words: World War II. The idea that airplanes were the most decisive part of America’s drive against Japan stems from a single event, the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan. This event did indeed have a great impact on the world, as it made the Japanese surrender; however, one must consider that this was only a piece of the entire span of World War II. What allowed the United States Naval…

Bora Bora is a paradise in French Polynesia, it is one of the 10 most beautiful islands in the world. I have never been to this island, but I have a friend who when there more than a year ago and what she told me is a spectacular place, that is the reason why I consider it as a paradise. This island is formed by an extinct volcano shaped like a castle where its valleys bloom hibiscus while the palm trees cover it, the perfect white sand beaches give way to the turquoise waters that are crystal…

New Zealand and Australia are two different countries on just opposite sides of the Tasman Sea. New Zealand can be characterized as having a moderately small population compared to many developed countries. Australia for example holds over five times the population of New Zealand. New Zealand’s small size makes it difficult for the country to have adequate domestic competition, making foreign competition very important to the domestic business market. New Zealand and Australia were originally…

In the South Pacific Ocean, about 1,300 miles north of New Zealand, there is a country that is made of 300 islands and 540 islets. These islands combined form the republic of Fiji. Out of all 300 islands, only about 150 are inhabited by humans. The largest island is Viti Levu, also known as Great Fiji, and the capital is Suva. Fiji is a democratic country, with the government system set up very similar to the United States. Sports are also popular in Fiji, such as rugby and soccer. My goal…

Fleet of boats were used as intimidation as well The same belief in the Manifest Destiny that pushed Americans to settle the entire United States led Americans to seek colonies in other parts of the world What America wanted: American port in the Pacific Japan held large amounts of coal Safe harbours- assistance in case of shipwrecked sailors Fillmore authorized a naval expedition to Japan to return shipwrecked Japanese sailors and request that stranded Americans in Japan be sent back to the US…

Many Hawaiian visitors want to purchase a lei to take back home, but newcomers to the island might not know which type is best to buy. The leis most tourists are familiar with are typically made of natural foliage including seeds, flowers, and leaves, but other types are made from sea or land shells. The staff at Leis By Ron, located in Honolulu, HI, discuss if you should buy a shell or flower lei souvenir. Plumerias and orchids are some of the most commonly used flowers in a lei. Fresh flower…

Chile a fascinating and diverse country, located on the western seashore of Latin America; allured by the rich culture of its people in addition to the astonishing landscape and different climates Chile is visited by millions of tourist from around the world. One can find almost all types of landscapes in Chile, from the Alpes, a chain of mountains to the east cover in snow, to the sandy beaches on the longest coastline in the world. Chile is home to many natural and manmade wonders that are…

In geography class we have learned so much about so many different and amazing places. The place that I would like to visit the most and really gets my attention is Fiji. To begin with, Fiji has many different flavorful and exotic foods to try. Also, there are many fun and exciting activities for people of all ages to do. Finally, another reason I would like to go to Fiji is because of the tropical climate, and I like being near the beach. As can be seen, there are fun things to do at Fiji…