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The Ultimate Bible Quiz
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The Bible is one of the oldest texts in the history of the world. How much do you know about this influential tome?
Why Arkansas Is Never Pronounced 'Ar-Kansas'
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HowStuffWorks looks at the pronunciation of Arkansas and Kansas.
Boston, New York, Texas: The Origins of These and Other Great American Accents
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What does Boston have against the letter R? Why do Minnesotans sometimes drag out the 'O' sound? And what about the Noo Yawk accent?
Your Teachers Will Be Impressed If You Can Guess the Modern Day Names of These Places
A top-seller at any U.S. Chinese restaurant, the plum and soy flavored dish Peking duck is named after China's largest city of Beijing ... Wait, what? Like so many places across the globe, Beijing's former name lives on only in recipes, history books and memories. Learn more with this quiz!
Can You Identify All of These Coniferous Trees?
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Conifers conjure up winter scenes with snow and the winter holiday season. But did you know there are some coniferous trees that can't handle the snow? There are even some that thrive in arid regions! If you think know your cones, then take this quiz!
You're 100% Canadian If You Get More Than 10 Right on This Canadian Citizenship Test
So, you think you're Canadian, eh? Then you must be an expert in your country! If you've got all of the knowledge a Canuck needs, then you'll have to prove it. See how far you can get on this Canadian citizenship quiz!
Unraveling the Romanticized Story of Pocahontas
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History has twisted the story of Pocahontas into one of a mythical woman who saved John Smith, converted to Christianity and married an Englishman. The truth, however, isn't so rosy.
The Canada Quiz
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For all of you Canadians out there, it's time to see what you actually know about your country. If you think there are no facts about Canada that can surprise you, take this quiz and prove it!
How Much Do You Know About Quebec?
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Quebec (or Québec, depending on who you ask) is affectionately known as "la belle province" — the beautiful province. From an iconic cathedral to winding cobblestone streets, Canada's biggest province is a sight to behold. Start the quiz and you'll be transported to this mesmerizing province.
Can You Travel Canada Like a Local?
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Do you know where to pick up some Timbits and a two-four before heading up to the cottage at Muskoka for a weekend? Where's the best sugar bush to visit this winter? What highway must you avoid to get to TO? Take the quiz and find out!