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Paintings by Alfred Sisley
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Alfred Sisley's landscapes and plein air techniques make him a good example of the Impressionist movement. Learn about the painter Alfred Sisley.
Why Boudin Is Cajun Country's Most Famous Sausage
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Food writer Calvin Trillin once estimated that 80 percent of boudin bought in Louisiana doesn't make it home - it's eaten right in the parking lot.
The Mysterious Case of the Newlyweds Who Vanished in the Grand Canyon
In 1928, Glen and Bessie Hyde vanished while on an ambitious trip through the Grand Canyon. HowStuffWorks delves into the mysterious case.
Macaroon vs. Macaron: Differentiating Between Sweet Treats
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Macaroons and macarons - they sound similar, but they look quite different. So how did we end up with two popular cookies that sound almost the same?
Is Tomato Catsup the Same as Tomato Ketchup?
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In short, yes. Tomato-based catsup and ketchup are more or less the same condiment. There may be slight recipe variations on the traditional tomato-based version, but the main difference between ketchup and catsup is the alternative spelling of the same word.
About Face: The U.S. Currency Portrait Quiz
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Take our HowStuffWorks quiz to find out whose face graces which bill in U.S. currency, including those little-seen notes.
A Pirate Quiz for Ye Trivia-Lubbers!
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Avast, ye scallywags! Prepare to put yer piratical knowledge to the test with this HowStuffWorks Quiz.
Why do elbows itch?
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Itchy elbows can be really annoying. Learn what causes your elbows to itch at HowStuffWorks.
Did Medieval People Drink Beer Instead of Water?
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Imagine a mother telling her child to drink beer instead of water. Find out if medieval people really drank beer instead of water at HowStuffWorks.
Why Did the Roman Empire Fall? Corruption, Inflation, and Division
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It’s one of the most debated questions in world history: Why did the Roman Empire fall?