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Boston, New York, Texas: The Origins of These and Other Great American Accents

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What does Boston have against the letter R? Why do Minnesotans sometimes drag out the 'O' sound? And what about the Noo Yawk accent?

American Bulldog vs. Pit Bull: Breed Origins and Recognition

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If you're new to the world of dogs, you may be a little confused about key American Bulldog vs. Pit Bull differences.

Top 10 American Political Dynasties

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American political dynasties include the Rockefellers and the Bushes. What are 10 of the most successful political dynasties?

Can You Finish These English Proverbs?

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Proverbs tend to be short, catchy sayings that hold within them some small nugget of truth or wisdom. Test your knowledge of these often cliched, though sometimes useful, phrases!

What's So American About Apple Pie?

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What could be more American than apple pie? HowStuffWorks looks at the origins of the phrase 'as American as apple pie.'

Can You Score 27/35 On This Difficult American History Quiz?

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American history can be both intriguing and complicated at the same time. How well do you know your American history? Take this difficult quiz and find out!

12 Black Inventors and Their Innovations That Shaped the World

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When asked to name a Black American inventor, many people might think of George Washington Carver and peanut butter. But this is actually a myth. There are hundreds of other unsung Black inventors who have shaped the world with their innovations.

9 Legends of American Folklore

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From Johnny Appleseed to Paul Bunyan, figures of American folklore continue to inspire and engage. Before the invention on radio and television, people created these characters to help people cope with hard times. Learn more about these legendary figures.

10 Native American Music Traditions

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Some Native Americans maintain traditions in which music plays a central role. Check out 10 Native American music traditions at HowStuffWorks.

Can You Guess the Meanings of These American Slang Words?

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American English is as inscrutable as it is alien, and American slang is no different in this regard. Slang is hard enough to decode as it is, without the transatlantic leap! Can you guess what this American slang means?

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