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Rhythm and Rhyme: The Poetry Quiz
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Poetry may seem simple, but if you take a closer look, you'll see the attention to form, detail, meter and rhyme that make classic poems so unforgettable. Take our quiz to see how much you know about the art and practice of poetry.
The Dark History of Indigo, Slavery's Other Cash Crop
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HowStuffWorks traces the history of indigo from its origins and use as a cash crop for blue dye to its replacement by synthetics in the 20th century.
How the Necronomicon Works
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The "Necronomicon" is a fictional book created by the weird fiction author H.P. Lovecraft. Learn about the story behind the "Necronomicon."
22 Famous Leaders Who Changed History Forever
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You don't have to be a prime minister, civil war general, Nobel Peace Prize laureate or founding father to learn the strengths of famous leaders and better your own life. You can learn a lot from the greatest leaders in history — including what to do and what not to do — and prepare for your time to lead others.
10 Incredible Dragons We'd Like to Meet (or Run From)
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Some dragons seem like they'd be fascinating dinner guests, but others might see you as the main course. Here are our top 10 of both types.
Polygamy: A Comprehensive Exploration to Plural Marriage
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The rules of polygamy for Fundamentalist Mormons are based on the Divine Principle. Read about polygamy rules and the practice of plural marriage.
How Stuttering Works
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Stuttering is linked to a disconnection between language processing and motor function, but its cause is still unknown. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Do You Know the Names of These Foods in Other Languages?
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The world is filled with tortas, krapfens, ringos and hamburguesas. If you know what those are, you probably love them. Take a look at these foods and try to match them to their foreign language words.
How Valentine's Day Works
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Was there really a saint named "Valentine"? And why all the flowers and chocolate? Learn all about the origins and symbols of Valentine's Day.
Did Cleopatra really lose the Battle of Actium?
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Did Cleopatra really lose the Battle of Actium? Learn about Cleopatra and the Battle of Actium at HowStuffWorks.