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Can You Ace This Quiz About Ancient World History?
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Long before the Internet and gas-sucking automobiles, human beings thrived all over the planet. As their empires rose and fell, they left behind intriguing evidence of their lives. What do you know about ancient world history?
Ridiculous History: Ancient India Beat Machiavelli to the Punch by 1,800 Years
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What is the Arthashastra? Learn more about the Arthashastra and Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince" in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
The Ancient Civilizations Quiz
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It's time to take a trip back in time to some of the first civilizations to live on the planet. Do you think you could have lived along with them? Take the quiz to find out!
Why did ancient Egyptian men wear cosmetics?
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Egyptian cosmetics weren't just for women. Read about Egyptian makeup and why the ancient Egyptian men wore it, too.
How is L.A. like ancient Rome?
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Aqueducts are one thing held in common by both L.A. and Ancient Rome. Learn about the L.A. aqueducts and how they harmed the Owens Valley.
5 Ancient Egyptian Cosmetics
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Ancient Egyptian cosmetics had some of the same ingredients we use today. Take a look at five ancient Egyptian cosmetics to see what they used.
Top 10 Ancient Chinese Inventions
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The ancient Chinese brought us many great innovations, including some that we take for granted in the modern world. Let's examine 10 of ancient China's greatest inventions.
What's Your Ancient Roman Name?
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Have you ever wondered what you would be called if you lived in Ancient Rome? Well, if you would like to find out, then you can take his quiz!
What's Your Ancient Greek Name?
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When those times happen where your real name just won't do, you need an Ancient Greek name to use! What would you call your Grecian alter-ego?
Which Ancient Greek God Matches Your Personality?
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There are several gods in Greek Mythology, but which one best matches your personality? If you would like to know just as badly as we do, then you need to take this quiz!