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Are These Christmas Traditions From the Past Real or Fake?
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Are you sure you know about the real origins of tree decorating? What about the reason we send Christmas cards every December? This quiz will leave you knowledgeable about all things Christmas past - and how those traditions shape our experiences today!
Can You Guess the Most Popular Books of All Time from the Plotline?
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Do you prefer bookstores to amusement parks? Do you think Rory Gilmore's an amateur? If the smell of libraries gets your heart racing, then this quiz is for you! How well do you know the most popular books of all time?
Can You Name These Anime Characters?
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Be it their large eyes or latent power, anime has produced some of the most captivating characters in the history of animation. Do the faces of these Japanese creations stick out in your mind? Take this quiz to find out!
How Leprosy Works
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There are many myths and stigmas associated with leprosy, almost all completely incorrect. It's not a very contagious disease, and it's easily treatable. What else is wrong in the common beliefs about Hansen's disease?
How Paper Shredders Work
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Despite a ho-hum name, paper shredders have an extraordinary (and juicy) history featuring the likes of Oliver North, Enron and all sorts of spies. What story will thrust this commonplace technology back in the limelight next?
Did the Mayan civilization end because of climate change?
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Over the years, many theories have been advanced about why the once-mighty Mayan civilization fell. But a newer one is getting attention: Was it because of climate change?
How Drought Works
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What happens when the rains cease and water levels dry up precipitously? Everything from abundant grasses to apex predators suffers the consequences.
How Many of these British Royals Can You Identify from an Image?
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The history of the British royals is a long one. Do you think you know it well enough to identify them from a picture? Most people can't, but can you?
Can You Guess These Iconic TV Shows From The 50s And 60s?
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There is nothing more wholesome than a TV show from the 50s & 60s. From variety shows to family comedies, TV programming was meant for the whole family. Take this quiz to see if you can identify these iconic TV shows from a single image!
Can You Guess the Movie from Its Cast?
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Great movies come from a great cast, and few decades have more memorable actors than the '80s and '90s. How many of these movies from the '80s and '90s can you identify with an image of its cast?