1. In your own words, provide the definition of the subject of a sentence.
The subject of a sentence is what the sentence is about (generally in the form of a noun or noun phrase).
2. In your own words, provide the definition of the predicate of a sentence.
The predicate of a sentence is some statement or thought about the subject. Generally starts with a verb.
3. Create a sentence, highlighting the subject and predicate.
Joe smokes dope. [Joe] {smokes dope}. [Subject] {Predicate}
4. When was Martin Van Buren born?
December 5, 1782.
5. Were you born on or before Jan 29, 1929?
No.
6. If so, weren't those flappers and that muddy water the cat's pajamas?
N/A
7. When was the Magna Carta signed?
June 15, 1215.
8. What United States document closely resembles the spirit of the Magna Carta?
The Declaration of Independence. You could probably make a case for the Constitution as well.
9. Explain, in 1,000 words or more, the social, political, and ecological ramifications of the Exxon Valdez disaster.
Given my level of desire for posting rights in the restricted forums among other things, this question is not worth taking the time to answer.
10. Which country has the highest per capita GDP (Gross domestic product)?
Luxembourg, as of 2002 (estimated).
11. On what date did the Berlin Wall fall?
November 9, 1989 is considered the official date.
12. In six words or less, state the social, political, and ecological effects the toppling of Chiang Kai-Shek in China had upon the world.
Communism is generally not considered positive. Or, "This sentence is quite unavoidably useless."
13. In your opinion, would a Napoleon-controlled France be as "French" as the French are today?
My opinion (which would seem to be correct by definition), is that, for some definitions of the obscenely vague term "French", it would be exactlyas "French" as it is today. Wanker.
14. Since 1918, how many World Championships have the Boston Redsox won?
Zero. Whether you believe the World Series is a real World Championship or not.