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Can You Guess All 50 States From an Image Of Their Outline?

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Did you get an A in your geography class? Do you know the state mottos and famous landmarks that make each state unique? Prove it by challenging yourself with this quiz!

How the ACLU Works

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The ACLU has defended Americans' civil liberties for more than 80 years. Learn about the ACLU, its accomplishments and its defense of civil liberties.

How Drought Works

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What happens when the rains cease and water levels dry up precipitously? Everything from abundant grasses to apex predators suffers the consequences.

Helping the Victims of Katrina

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Several groups are providing direct aid to the victims of Hurricane Katrina, including the American Red Cross, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the National Guard. There are also many ways that you can bring relief to those in need. Learn exactly what these organizations are doing and how you can help.

10 Tips for Finding Cheap Housing

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Finding affordable housing can be a daunting prospect. But there are still some creative ways you can save money on the cost of putting a roof over your head.

How Geronimo Went From Guerilla Warrior to POW

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The life and legacy of Apache warrior Geronimo has been twisted over time. One thing that is certain is he spent much of it avenging the death of his wife and children.

How to Waterproof Your Basement

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When it rains, it pours. And when that rain pours into your basement, that's bad news. HowStuffWorks tells you ways to keep that rain out.

14 Fantastic Facts About the Fourth of July

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Which three presidents died on July 4? What's the Horribles Parade? And, should America be celebrating on July 2 instead?

Why Was 911 Chosen as the Emergency Phone Number?

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During an emergency, Americans know to dial 911 for help. How and why was that number selected as the emergency phone number for the entire country?

Top 10 Doomsday Prophecies

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It seems like every few years someone comes out with a new doomsday prophecy. From aliens and asteroids to floods and earthquakes, how do people think the world will end?

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