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10 Really Smart People Who Did Really Dumb Things
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Having a Ph.D., four stars on your general's uniform or a seat in the Oval Office won't necessarily stop you from doing things that make others want to whack you on the head with a "how could you?" Here are 10 who should've thought twice.
The General Science Quiz
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You spent a lot of time sitting in science classes -- But do you remember any of what you learned, or did you forget it right after the test? Take this quiz to prove your general science IQ!
The Journey of 'Uncle Tom': From Abolitionist Hero to Ultimate Sellout
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'Uncle Tom's Cabin' was a wildly popular novel about a heroic enslaved man. But along the way, 'Uncle Tom' became a shorthand insult for a Black man who's subservient to whites.
How Electricity Works
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Electricity surrounds us and can be used thousands of different ways. Learn about the basics of electricity, from generators and electrical circuits to voltage and currents.
10 Silly Inventions That Became Wildly Famous
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We've all seen TV ads for products that were just completely silly, but then became overnight sensations. Which ones made our list?
What is the history of electric cars?
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The history of electric cars is more detailed than you might think. Learn more about the history of electric cars at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Finish These Famous Commercial Jingles?
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Whether you liked them or not, these catchy jingles have been stuck in your head for years! Think you have what it takes to complete these ads? Take this quiz now to find out!
The Random Knowledge Quiz
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How would you rate your knowledge of random things? And by random, we mean random. This quiz will test your knowledge!
Can You Answer All of These Questions an Electrician Should Know?
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Are you an electrician, or thinking about becoming one? Do you know all there is to know about fuses, circuits, currents and more? If so, challenge yourself against our quiz on all things electrician!
¿Puedes nombrar estos personajes famosos de la historia a partir de una imagen?
Estos personajes famosos de la historia han inspirado a millones por sus acciones, creencias o contribuciones artísticas. ¿Crees que conoces la historia? Participa en este quiz y averigua cuántos personajes famosos puedes nombrar a partir de una imagen.