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A Nation Divided: Civil War Quiz
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Although it ended more than a century ago, the scars of the Civil War are still with Americans today. Think you know more than the average Billy Yank or Johnny Reb about the blood and politics behind the war? Find out by taking our Civil War 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!
Why did brothers fight on opposite sides of the Civil War?
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Brother against brother was a motif of the Civil War as families were divided -- even Sen. John J. Crittenden's. Read about brother against brother in the war.
How the Gettysburg Address Worked
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Why is the Gettysburg Address deemed so important by the American school system? Learn about the meaning behind Lincoln's Gettysburg Address.
Why do we remember the Alamo?
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The Alamo was a mission town in Texas that was converted into a fort as warring factions fought over the state. Read more about the Alamo and its mission.
How Much Do You Remember About "Steel Magnolias"?
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"Steel Magnolias" is a timeless classic for mothers and daughters. It is the true story written by Robert Harling as a devotion to his sister's memory. Grab a tissue because this "Steel Magnolias" quiz might bring a tear to your eye.
What Does 'Treason' Actually Mean?
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Though treason is the only crime mentioned in the U.S. Constitution, few know what the word actually means and fewer still have ever been indicted for it.
Can You Identify These Landmarks That Didn’t Exist Before the Year 2000?
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A lot of wild stuff went down in the first two decades of the millennium. Some should've never happened, some should never be mentioned and some should be remembered forever. Can you name these landmarks built after 2000?
How Cinco de Mayo Works
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When you hear the words "Cinco de Mayo," what comes to mind? Margaritas? Mariachi bands? Find out what Cinco de Mayo is all about.
Can You Locate These Wild West Cities on a Map?
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If you name all of these towns in the West, from Tombstone to Ruby you'd be best, then pick Dodge City out from the rest, and ride off in the sunset in the West. Do your best in the quiz and we'll see if you know Oatman from Virginia City.