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The North American Geography Quiz
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North America encompasses huge expanses of water and land. What do you know about this area's people, geology and climate? Take this quiz to find out.
Test Your Knowledge: Defensive Military Tactics
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In an armed conflict, sometimes your best course of action is to defend a stronghold instead of going on the offensive. How much do you know about defensive military tactics? Take this quiz to find out!
6 Largest Empires in History
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You've probably heard of the Russian, the Mongol, the Roman, the British and a few other empires. Until pretty recently, they were all over the place (literally). So, what were the largest empires in history?
Inland Taipan: Most Venomous Snake in the World
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Today, we're diving into the world of the most venomous snake on the planet: the inland taipan. This slithery predator isn't just the most dangerous in terms of venom strength; it's also a highly specialized creature that has adapted to life in some of the harshest environments on Earth.
The Coldest State in the U.S. Is Below Freezing on Average
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The United States has a wide range of climate zones, from the subtropical to the arctic. On the low end of the thermometer, there are plenty of options for a deep winter chill. Here, we look at a couple different ways to determine the coldest state in the U.S. — and by both definitions, there's one winner.
Tallest Building in the U.S. and 13 Other Stunning Skyscrapers
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When you look at the tallest buildings, you're not just gazing at steel and glass; you're witness to a place's aspirations for greatness. These record-breaking skyscrapers reshape urban space, optimize office space and serve as iconic landmarks.
The Coldest Country in the World Is Below Freezing, on Average
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Over our long history, humans have managed to thrive in a wide range of climates, from the very hot to the very cold. The modern world is different in many ways from the ancient, but we still live pretty much all over, in places that are sweltering and places that are absolutely frigid.
The 'Dallas' TV Show Quiz
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"Dallas" was one of the most popular prime-time dramas of all time, spanning 13 years of network programming. Do you know who shot J.R.? Test your mettle with this quiz.
The Druids: Philosophers, Politicians, Priests or Sorcerers?
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The Druids were a class of Celtic-speaking purveyors of magical and religious practice who inhabited northwestern Europe around 2,000 years ago, but almost everything we know about them is from secondhand sources.
Fallingwater Is Considered Frank Lloyd Wright's Masterpiece. Here's Why
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Set over Bear Run, a tributary of the Youghiogheny River in the mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania, Fallingwater is perhaps the architect's best-known work.