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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.
'What in Sam Hill'? 5 Ways Your Grandma Used to Swear
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What in the world did Grandma mean when she used words like "tarnation"?
Quodpot or Quidditch? Wizarding Worlds Aren't All the Same
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The differences between the U.S. and Britain are many, but in the wizarding world of Harry Potter, they're even more pronounced.
A Dose of Nature Could Improve Mental Health for City Dwellers
Living near birds and shrubs has measurable benefits, new research shows. Find out how nearby nature affects people in urban areas at HowStuffWorks.
All Hail the Kings and Queens Quiz
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How well do you know these historic members of society's upper echelon? Take our HowStuffWorks quiz and find out.
What's Inside Worcestershire Sauce, and How Do You Pronounce It?
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This 180-year-old sauce can be used to add zing to just about any dish. But what's in it? And why is it so effective? And, most of all, how do you pronounce it anyway?
Were there binoculars aboard the Titanic?
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Were binoculars on the Titanic? If so, why weren't they used to avoid the iceberg? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
What's the Difference Between Baking Soda and Baking Powder?
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Baking soda and baking powder are both leavening agents, but they work differently in batters and doughs. In a pinch, can you substitute one for the other?
You're Probably Petting Your Cat All Wrong, Study Suggests
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If you've owned cats for a while, you may think you know exactly where they like to be touched. But a study found that cat lovers are the folks most likely to pet felines in places they dislike.
Turnspit Dogs: The Elizabethan Kitchen Gadget Bred to Cook Meat
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Turnspit dogs were a distinct breed of working dogs in the late 15th-18th centuries. They had one job and it was to help roast meat over the fire.