Bryan Pilkington asked:


The original beginning of the popular game of basketball has always been open to debate. Possibly missionaries in China invented it or the game could have just evolved from other ball orientated games. In the late 19th Century basketball had many similarities to team handball. Team handball required two teams of seven players to attempt to score by trying to throw a ball into a goal on the ground.

Around 1891 a Canadian minister working as one of the staff in a college for young professionals began to develop the sport of basketball. He was wondering what indoor sporting activity the students could practice to keep themselves fit and healthy in the wintertime. After researching various indoor sports that were around at the time suitable for a gymnasium he came to the conclusion he would be better off devising his own sporting activity.

He gathered together two peach baskets and wrote down a few basic rules. The peach baskets were nailed 10 feet high on opposite ends of the gym and he used sacks for nets. The students originally played with soccer balls and had to poke the ball out of the peach basket every time the ball went in.

On January 20th 1892 the players walked out onto court for the first official basketball game. The game was played in a YMCA gym on a court that was half the size of a regular modern day basketball court. Women also began to play the sport in the same year, as the sport was gaining popularity. As the early years went by the game rules were changed and refined into modern day rules. Initially the YMCA popularised the game of basketball but as it became more popular it attracted more rowdy crowds and occasional rough behaviour from the players, so it was slightly discouraged from the missions.

A brown ball was later used to replace the longstanding soccer ball. It was not until the 1950s that an orange ball was introduced to the game. This was designed with more bounce, and an increased visibility to the players and spectators. The game was now becoming very popular with its enthusiastic supporters. The art of dribbling the ball was then introduced, almost as a by-product of having an extra bouncy ball. Today basketball can be added to the list of games played world wide. It is also a game invented by North Americans, and to many an integral part of American culture.



Eldon

Craig Chambers asked:


American Indian jewelry is a beautiful symbol of Indigenous culture and tradition. This exquisite style of jewelry is mostly hand-crafted, giving it a distinctive quality unlike commercially made jewelry. Now days, Indian people often support themselves by selling their beautiful hand crafts, jewelry, and other intriguing works of art to make a living. Purchasing Native Indian jewelry allows you to be a part of helping them support their culture and continue practicing their customs.

As with all American Indian hand crafts, each piece of jewelry comes from a Tribe rich in history and a vivid past. For example, Native American jewelry created by the Tigua Indians, a Puebloan tribe, is truly exceptional due to the fact that around the 1930’s, their Tribe was believed to be obsolete. It wasn’t until they reunited and began to express themselves as a people, reclaiming the land that they had lost from a dishonored Spanish land grant, that they were at last recognized in 1968 by President Lyndon Johnson as a tribal nation. The signing of the law by the president made Ysleta Del Sur, their new land near El Paso, Texas, into a reservation where they speak their Native language, and practice traditional customs.

Like the majority of Indian Tribes, the Tigua Indians make jewelry and other works of art for a living. Their jewelry is comparable to the jewelry made by the Navajo Tribe of the United States, and is known for its incredible design and intricate detail. By combining beautiful pieces of turquoise, shell, glass beads and precious stones, along with real pieces of sterling silver, they create beautiful works of art that exemplify the best of Native American culture and hand crafted Indian jewelry. Purchasing a piece of Tigua jewelry provides you a true appreciation of their unique talent and a glimpse into the Tigua way of life. Traditional craftsmanship is what makes this jewelry incomparable, and a must have for jewelry lovers and collectors.

When shopping for Native American jewelry, it is important to look around and not be deceived by cheap imitations. Buying genuine items, hand made by Native Indians, will ensure the future of your jewelry, and give you the assurance of knowing that your jewelry is an original. As you shop for Native American jewelry, you will see that it can be quite costly, as is most jewelry made by hand. Fortunately, with a little work, you can find fantastic pieces at low prices if you know where to look. Purchasing online is one of the greatest ways to find cheap deals as well as a great variety of jewelry to choose from.

Authentic Native American jewelry makes great gifts for jewelry enthusiasts and for those who are intrigued by Native American culture. From a wide variety of bolo ties, bracelets, necklaces, watches, rings, and more, you won’t have a problem deciding on just the right gift for young or old. Whether buying for yourself, a friend or loved one, remember that purchasing genuine pieces of American Indian jewelry is not only an investment in fine jewelry, but also a way to help the Native American people. You will enjoy having a part in keeping their traditions alive while owning elegant pieces of American Indian jewelry.



Lombard

msugrant05 asked:


Cold War, postwar, culture, cultural effects, communism, red scare, America, history, war, conflict, American, global, nuclear, fallout, changes

Bevis

savagebaby714 asked:


i need this for a social studies report due tomorrow. i need to know how he contributed to american and african american culture. Please!

Quade

Heron By The Sea asked:


My Indian friend may be starting a business with offices in India and America. He wants Indians to educate Americans on the culture, and Americans to educate Indians on the culture, to establish good relations in the company.

He seems to think I would be perfect for this job. I’d love to be able to do it, but I just don’t think I have the qualifications. I have a degree in education, and another in Religious Studies. I love cultures and study them all the time. But I’ve never worked in a big company and so I don’t know anything about business relations in general.

What would I have to do to become really qualified for this?

Halden

John asked:


Yes, what influence does music have on American culture?

Atwater

Mindy G asked:


Last night Sept 17, 2008 there was a red moon. I know that the Native Americans have meaning for this in their culture.

Quinby

asdfghjkl asked:


I am traveling abroad soon and was asked to bring a book about the USA – it is for someone who has never been to America.
Any suggestions?
It could even be an American classic, not necessarily ABOUT American culture, but a good example of it.

Thanks!

Reginald

silouz asked:


why does east asian cultures, like : japan china india pakistan
korea rusiaa and some relijious comuinty- counsider
american culture to be a “SIN”

Keaton