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How the French Revolution Worked
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The French Revolution brought the end to the monarchy -- and many lives. Start with the Old Regime and follow the French Revolution to the guillotine.
How Vampires Work
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The vampire legend has been evolving for centuries. The most common image of the vampire was born in Bram Stoker's novel "Dracula" in 1897, but the stories go back further than that. Learn all about the undead.
How Pterosaurs Worked
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They were creatures of the air, but they aren't part of the avian family tree - and don't call them dinosaurs. What was life like for the pterosaurs, and what has sparked renewed interest in these flying reptiles?
How Dimmer Switches Work
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A regular light switch takes care of off and on. A dimmer switch handles off, on and everything in between. Find out what this clever switch does with electrical current.
How Ballpoint Pens Work
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Before the handy ballpoint, getting a few sentences onto paper was a pretty involved task. Find out how the ballpoint pen stores and manages its own ink supply to make writing a snap.
From Sack Coats to Trucker Hats: 100 Years of Men's Fashion
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Men's fashion has changed a great deal over the past 100 years. Take a look at men's fashion trends from different time periods at HowStuffWorks.
You're an Auto Trivia Expert if You Can Name All These Car Parts
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Oh, the pistons connect to the crankshaft! The crankshaft connects to the transmission! The transmission connects to engine! And the engine makes the whole car go! Think you can finish mapping all these car parts? Tune up this quiz and see!
Unlocking the Enigmatic Essence of Aquarius: An Astrological Odyss
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In the captivating tapestry of the zodiac, the air sign of Aquarius stands out as a enigmatic and multifaceted celestial entity. Commonly associated with the water bearer, this sign is often misunderstood, as it defies the conventional notions of its watery counterparts. Aquarius, in fact, is an air sign, a testament to the boundless nature of the intellect and the human spirit. As we delve into the depths of this remarkable sign, we uncover a world of innovation, nonconformity, and a relentless pursuit of progress - a true embodiment of the transformative power of the element of air.
Can You Correctly ID These Common Pieces of Farming Equipment?
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You don't have to be wearing some muddy overalls and chewing a piece of straw to know how to ID some common farm equipment, do you? You just need to try your hand at this quiz and see what you can do!
Can You Match the Famous Piece of Art to Its Movement?
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For artists and art historians, there's one thing to know: Art is in a constant state of flux as movements come and go. See how well you know these movements across time by taking this quiz.