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The America Quiz
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Land of the free and home of the brave, yes, that is the United States of America! But just how much do you really know about the USA?
Can You Pass This Math IQ Quiz?
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How much of your math skills have you retained since your school days? Are you still acute, or have you become obtuse? Find out now with our quiz!
King of Swords: Unraveling the Secrets of the Intellectual Ruler
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Explore the King of Swords tarot card, a symbol of intellect and authority. Learn its meanings and interpretations for insightful guidance.
Can You Get in Trouble for Not Flying the U.S. Flag at Half-staff?
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Days when U.S. flags are officially lowered to half-staff have greatly increased. But can you get into trouble if you don't lower your own flag?
9 Largest Islands in the World
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An island doesn't necessarily have to be small. You might be surprised by the size of some of these islands on our list. Here are the nine biggest ones.
Easy Science Quiz!
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Whether it has to do with the elemental structure of granite or the internal workings of ostrich eyeballs, you love science. But how well-rounded are you in the sciences? Take our fascinating science quiz now!
Terrestrial Planets Are the Rocky Planets of the Solar System
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Terrestrial planets include the four closest to our sun, including Mercury, Venus, Earth and Mars. What else makes these celestial bodies terrestrial planets?
The Real Story Behind the 'Amityville Horror House'
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Decades after the publication of "The Amityville Horror," not to mention the movie and its countless spin-offs, we're still fascinated by the story of this haunted house - even though many people now think it was a hoax.
Who Invented the Light Bulb? It Wasn't Just Edison
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The light bulb literally brightened the whole world and Thomas Edison generally gets the credit for inventing it. But did he?
How Book Banning Works
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Judy Blume, John Steinbeck and Maya Angelou are among the top 10 most challenged American authors. But to be challenged is not to be banned. What does it take to ban a book?