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What’s Your Australia IQ?
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If your knowledge of Australia is limited to what you learned from "Crocodile Dundee" and a few hazy images of boxing kangaroos, it's time to take a closer look. Check out this quiz to see what you really know about the land Down Under.
What If There Were No Stars?
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Assuming we got to keep the sun, how bad would be for travelers to not have these little guiding lights? And what else might have changed in history without stars?
Did the Dutch really trade Manhattan for nutmeg?
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Did the Dutch really trade New Netherland for nutmeg? Find out why nutmeg was more valuable than Manhattan.
Which Famous World Leader Are You?
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There are over 190 countries in the world, and each one is led by someone with their own distinct style. Take this quiz to find out which world leader most suits you.
Only History Fanatics Can Name All 50 Famous Historic Figures
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These famous people in history have inspired millions by their actions, beliefs or artistic contributions. Do you think you know your history? Take this quiz and see how many of these famous people you can name from an image.
How the Secretary of State Works
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The secretary of state has a lot of important responsibilities. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about the secretary of state.
Can You Actually Match These North and South American Countries to Their Capitals?
Everyone knows Washington D.C. and Buenos Aires, but how about Tegucigalpa and Basseterre? It's time to put your geography skills to the test and see just how well you know the capitals of these North and South American countries!
These 6 U.S. States Once Declared Themselves Independent Nations
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Many states (or territories) that are now part of the U.S.A. were once independent, even if not recognized as such by other countries. We'll look at some of them.
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!
How Well Do You Know This Decade in History: 1970-1979
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You can put the patchouli incense and tie-dye away — in this ‘70s history quiz, we’ll see if you know how America and the rest of the world changed following the counterculture days of the ‘60s. Do you think you can beat this tough ‘70s history quiz?