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Who Was the First Person to Speak English?
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English may be the most spoken language in the world, but it wasn't always. So who started speaking it first?
5 Sayings of Confucius That Still Resonate Today
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Chinese philosopher Confucius tutored many young men on ethical behavior. Here are five of his quotes about personal morals and good government that we can still learn from.
The Norse Mythology Quiz
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The Vikings, or Norsemen, terrorized northern Europe from 800-1100 C.E. See how much you know about the myths and legends of these mighty warriors with our Norse mythology quiz!
Profil de Lumiere by Odilon Redon
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Profil de Lumiere by Odilon Redon was created when Impressionism was no longer the only, nor the most innovative movement. Learn about Redon's work.
How Well Do You Know Ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses?
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Ancient gods and goddesses like Zeus, Atlas, Hermes and Athena once ruled over various aspects of our world, and today, we're testing your knowledge on these famous figures! Think you can score at least 25/35 on this quiz? Test your wits now to see!
10 Hyperbole Examples That Make Mountains out of Molehills
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Hyperbole is an ancient Greek word that roughly translates to "go beyond." The many hyperbole examples you find in everyday speech align with this idea of going further than the truth to drive a point home.
How Acrostic Puzzles Work
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Acrostic puzzles are word games in which the solutions to different clues reveal a coded message. Learn how acrostic puzzles work at HowStuffWorks.
5 Things to Know About Native American Languages Spoken in the 21st Century
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The majority of Native Americans today speak English, so how many Native American languages are still in existence and being spoken today?
Voltaire Was an Enlightenment Celebrity Who Would've Loved Social Media
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Before there was a Madonna, Bono or Beyoncé, the one-named Voltaire was Europe's first truly modern celebrity.
Tai Chi
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Tai chi is an ancient martial art that has be refined over centuries across many cultures and philosophies. Learn about tai chi and its origins.