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In Which Ancient Civilization Do You Belong?
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From warring to art and philosophy, each ancient civilization has its strengths and obstacles. Which ancient civilization would you have thrived in? It all depends on your personality. Take this quiz to find out where in history you belong!
Why Is Ukraine's Capital Pronounced 'Kyiv' and Not 'Kiev'?
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The pronunciation of "Kyiv" goes far beyond personal preference. It actually has geopolitical significance.
Kicking the Bucket: The Fictional Deaths Quiz
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Death in real life is tragic, but in books, plays, movies and so on, it's entertainment. How well-versed are you in some of the most famous fictional deaths throughout history?
5 Types of Conflict That Make Things Interesting (For Better or Worse)
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Conflict makes stories go. Without it, there’s no tension, no stakes, and definitely no reason to turn the page.
Is the Rat King Real or Simply an Urban Legend?
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Few phenomena are as strange, grotesque and captivating as the rat king — a creature that has fascinated and unsettled people for centuries.
How the Lost Generation Works
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Who are the members of the Lost Generation? Read about the Lost Generation at HowStuffWorks.
Why Do Music and Art Move Us?
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Music and art often elicit strong emotions in an audience. Learn why music and art move us.
Why Plato Considered the Poet Sappho the Tenth Muse
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We have just a fraction of Sappho's works, but what we have reveal her personal voice in Greek lyric poetry. Just who was this woman that so inspired even Plato?
Aries Animal Guide: How the Ram Reflects Aries Traits
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Discover the Aries animal symbol, the Ram! Learn how this powerful creature embodies Aries traits like courage, determination, and leadership in astrology.
10 Celebrity Tattoos We Just Don't Get
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These celebrity tattoos we just don't get. See 10 examples of ink gone wrong in Hollywood with these 10 celebrity tattoos.