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Can You Ace This Tough World Capitals Quiz in Under 7 Minutes?
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We're on a plane to Bahrain! Can you name its capital? While Washington, D.C. and Paris are the no-brainer capitals of the United States and France, can you ace this capitals quiz? Let's find out!
Test Your Knowledge of British Geography!
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Across the pond sits an island that is the hub of what is known as the United Kingdom. A world power for centuries, this land is well known for many things. But how well do you know the land of the British?
Can You Score 27/35 On This Difficult WWII Quiz?
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War is terrible but it's important that we remember the past, no matter how horrible. Why? Well, many brave men and women didn't give their lives for nothing, did they? But how much do you know about the greatest ever conflict?
15 French-Speaking Countries in Africa, Europe, and the Americas
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More than 300 million people around the world speak French, making it one of the most widely spoken languages on the planet. This global language has spread far beyond France, thanks to centuries of French colonialism, cultural exchange and diplomacy.
What's Your Paris IQ?
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Grab your beret and head off with us to one of the world's most intriguing cities...and mais oui, there's much more to see in Paris than just the Eiffel Tower! Acing this quiz means you can pass for a local in this land of revolution and red wine.
What Do You Know About the Treaty of Versailles?
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This Versailles Treaty test is required trivia. Gain a better understanding of today's current events by peeking into the past with our war history challenge. Find out how strong words on a piece of paper ended one major war and quite possibly may have led us into another.
How Hitler's Blitzkrieg Tactic Shocked the Allies in WWII
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The Blitzkrieg shocked the world: How could an army defeat its enemy so quickly and no one could counter it? Luckily the Allies cracked the code.
Why Is April 1 a Day to Celebrate Foolishness?
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Why is April 1 a day to play pranks on others? How did this tradition begin? And are you going to prank someone on April Fool's Day?
The Least Valuable Currency, Compared to the U.S. Dollar
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Not all money holds the same value. Some currencies suffer due to political unrest, high inflation, or poor central bank policies. In the global foreign exchange market, the least valuable currencies offer insight into a country’s economic health and challenges.
Why Did England and Spain Fight Over an Ear?
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Jenkins' ear -- the severed ear of Capt. Robert Jenkins -- inspired a war. Learn how Robert Jenkins' ear led to a clash of monarchies in the 18th century.