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Charles I of England Quiz
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Charles might've "bowed his comely head/down, as upon a bed" in death, but a lot happened before he got there. Test your knowledge of Charles' early years, political frustrations, fight and flight in this quiz.
8 Pieces of Royal Regalia You'll See at King Charles' Coronation
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No doubt the coronation of King Charles III will be full of pomp and circumstance. But it also will include priceless pieces of the royal crown jewels.
What's the Difference Between England, the U.K. and Great Britain?
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There's a whale of a difference between the United Kingdom and Great Britain. But whatever you do, don't call someone from Scotland "English."
20 Memorable Character Names from the Works of Charles Dickens
Charles Dickens crafted characters -- and names -- that readers are not soon to forget. Find 20 memorable character names from the works of Dickens.
A Troubled Monarchy: James II/VII Quiz
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From bloody civil wars to glorious revolutions, chart the rise and fall of one of the Stuart monarchs of England, Scotland and Ireland, James II/VII. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of a not-so-merry period of the countries' histories.
The Major Battles Throughout History Quiz
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History buffs who are also military buffs would certainly ace this one, for sure! Do you think you can identify these major battles throughout human history? Take a look and see if you're up for the challenge!
Can You Complete These Nursery Rhymes?
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Do you know how much the hot cross buns cost? What about what Little Bo-Peep lost? If so, you probably grew up on a steady diet of Mother Goose nursery rhymes. See how well you remember them all with this quiz!
Goatees: Cool and Progressive or Outdated and Passe?
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Goatees have been growing on faces for, well, a long time. So has their time come and gone, or are they more popular than ever?
Why Did England and Spain Fight Over an Ear?
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Jenkins' ear -- the severed ear of Capt. Robert Jenkins -- inspired a war. Learn how Robert Jenkins' ear led to a clash of monarchies in the 18th century.
Can You Name These Famous British Royals?
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Did you watch the royal wedding? Do you know the names of all three children of Prince William and Kate Middleton? Perhaps, you watched shows such as "The Tudors" or "Reign," or maybe you're just a lover of British history. If you answered yes to any of these questions that this quiz is for YOU!