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The Ultimate Boy Scouts Quiz
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In an era when parents are desperate to find safe and nurturing activities for their kids, organizations like the Boy Scouts of America are really thriving. With wholesome activities such as hiking and camping, and an emphasis on honesty and community service, scouting provides an excellent model for a healthy childhood. This quintessentially American fraternity, however, wasn't actually developed in the U.S. Take this quiz to learn more about the Boy Scouts.
If You Can Identify These Objects, You're Probably a Baby Boomer
Baby boomers were right there when go-go boots first came on the scene, and they know church keys weren't for opening locks! If you're up to speed with the baby boomer era, do you think you can identify each of our quiz items from just one image? Take a walk down memory lane, and find out!
1968 Pontiac GTO
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The redesigned 1968 Pontiac GTO kept its muscle car legend intact. Here is a profile of the 1968 Pontiac GTO that has photos and specifications.
1970 Plymouth Road Runner Superbird
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The 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Superbird stood out in a fast crowd. Learn about this rare and wild muscle car, plus photos and specifications.
Why do we need warriors?
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Warriors have evolved over the years as new technologies have been developed. Learn about warriors in this article.
How Did 'Fido' Become the Default Name for a Dog?
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Why is Fido shorthand for a friendly dog? Learn more about the origins of the dog name Fido in this HowStuffWorks article.
What Is the Moon Made Of? Kaleidoscopic Map Sheds Light
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You're not the first person to ask, "What is the moon made of?" Scientists spent decades creating the Unified Geologic Map of the Moon to answer this and more.
The Colorful History of Nail Polish
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Today it's second nature to paint your fingernails and toenails. But it's been a long road to here. HowStuffWorks breaks down the colorful history.
Johann Sebastian Bach: A Duelling, Fighting, Hard-drinking Rock Star Turns 336
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HowStuffWorks looks at Johann Sebastian Bach on his 336th birthday.
That Fat, Jolly Fella Isn't Buddha
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HowStuffWorks delves into the differences between the 'Laughing Buddha' and the founder of Buddhism, Siddhartha Gautama.