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How Safety Coffins Eased Grave Fears of Premature Burial
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"Safety coffins" were tricked-out caskets that provided a way for prematurely buried people to escape from 6 feet under, back when this fear was sometimes a frightening reality.
How the Articles of Confederation Paved the Way for the U.S. Constitution
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The Articles of Confederation were the precursor to the U.S. Constitution. HowStuffWorks looks at how they paved the way for the U.S. system of government.
When Were the Twin Towers Built?
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The twin towers of the World Trade Center were true originals -- their history is one of innovation, persistence and grand ideas.
5 Times Americans Have Become Royalty
Americans don't have a royal family, but are fascinated by royalty. HowStuffWorks looks at five Americans who married into royalty.
What State Gets the Most Snow? No. 1 Gets 6 Feet Per Year
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As colder months and winter weather sweep across the country, each state in the U.S. prepares for their respective regional conditions. Temperature and the average amount of snowfall per year depend on several factors, including terrain, elevation and the likelihood of consistent precipitation.
Can You Guess The Fast Food Restaurant From A Few Menu Items?
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Love it or hate it, we all have definitely eaten some fast food in our lives. Put your fast food knowledge to the ultimate delicious test with this oh so satisfying HowStuffWorks quiz!
Can We Guess Your Favorite Baseball Team?
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Are you taking in all the legendary figures of Yankee Stadium, gazing in awe at the majesty that is Fenway Park, or are your team's traditions still evolving and growing as the years pass by?
5 Halloween Myths That Will Not Die
Checking your kids' candy for poison? Locking up your black cat so it doesn't get snagged by a Satanist? You can relax after finding out the real stories behind these urban legends.
Landmarks Trivia Quiz: Level 1
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The Eiffel Tower, Statue of Liberty and Mt. Everest are three of the most famous landmarks in the world, but can you locate them on a map? Test your world knowledge and see if you can pass Landmarks Trivia 101.
How Barrier Islands Work
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Barrier islands are vacation spots and amazing ecosystems. Learn about barrier island habitats, fighting erosion of barrier islands and development's effects on barrier islands.