Quote
"Life is a long lesson in humility."
James M. Barrie
Joke
How do lawyers say goodbye? We'll be suing ya!
Fun Fact Most laughter isn't because things are funny.
Every culture in the world laughs, but surprisingly, most of our laughter isn't necessarily a response to humor. Less than 20 percent of laughter comes after jokes, according to neuroscientist Robert Provine; the rest is a reaction to regular statements and questions like, "How have you been?" The ensuing laughter, however brief, helps form social bonds since people who laugh together grow closer.
Reading Fact
Portuguese Library Biblioteca Joanina is home to a swarm of bats that feed on book-eating insects every night.
Biblioteca Joanina has a rather unlikely cleaning crew – in this grand old Portuguese library, bats act as pest control. Swarms of bats hide behind the rococo bookcases during the day, while at night they feast on book-damaging insects, helping preserve the over 300-year-old building and its rich cultural heritage.
Human bookworms are safe, though.
History Fact
In early Rome a father could legally kill anyone in his family.
Movie/TV Trivia
George Lucas' Dog Inspired Chewbacca
The creator of the Star Wars world would drive around with his large Alaskan Malamute in the front seat of his car, which he described as "bigger than a human being and very long-haired." The affection he felt for the dog was what gave him the idea for the connection between Han Solo and Chewbacca. (Fun fact: He was named Indiana.)
Movie/TV Quote
"Made it, Ma! Top of the world!"
White Heat, 1949
Conversation Starter
What is your favourite part about school? Your least favourite?
Writing Prompt
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