Tuesday, July 5, 2011

July 5, 2011

Word of the Day:
Confound - to be bewildered, amazed, confused, or perplexed, particularly if it is done suddenly.
The children were confounded by the magic act.

Quote:
When you feel dog tired at night, it may be because you've growled all day long.
- Unknown

Fact:
The bumblebee bat, from Thailand, is the worlds smallest mammal. It weighs as much as a dime.

Fact About the Day:
On July 5, 1865, the Salvation Army was founded by revivalist preacher William Booth and his wife Catherine. The Christian Mission, as it was originally named, was set up to provide physical and spiritual help to those who were destitute. The Salvation Army was founded in London, and is still based there. There are now branches in over 75 countries around the world that operate evangelical and community centers, hospitals, alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers, second-hand stores, and much more.

2 comments:

  1. thanks for the word of the day i think this is going to help me for dictionary meanings at school

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  2. Your welcome and I hope it does help. The facts could also be helpful for History or Science. :)

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