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How the Dawes Act Stole 90 Million Acres of Native American Land
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An alliance between well-meaning social reformers and land-hungry farmers resulted in a federal act that caused Native Americans to lose millions of acres of land they had once owned.
The Westward Expansion Quiz
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Go West, young man — as the saying goes. Or instead of doing that, just take this quiz to see how much you know about the cowboys and pioneers who traveled West and the native peoples who lived there long before the migrants came in.
How Portable Audio Studios Work
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Was Tyrannosaurus rex a predator or a scavenger? Most people think it was a hunter. Find out was Tyrannosaurus rex a predator or a scavenger.
Reign of Terror: The Forgotten Story of the Osage Tribe Murders
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Members of the Osage Tribe were some of the richest people on Earth around 1920. Then they started dying, mysteriously. Who was killing them?
How the One Man Star Wars Trilogy Works
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Learn about Charles Ross, his "One Man 'Star Wars' Trilogy" show and his love for geeks and "Star Wars."
How Sound Editing Works
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Sound editing involves combining dialogue, sound effects and music into a final mix. Learn more about sound editing in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Having a Cherokee Ancestor Doesn’t Necessarily Make You Cherokee Too
HowStuffWorks looks at what's legally required to join the Cherokee Nation.
How Play-Doh Works
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The smell of Play-Doh® modeling compound is instantly recognizable to millions of people. Learn about its history and why it acts the way it does.
Can You Name at Least 18/23 TV Shows from the '50s and '60s?
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From picture-perfect family sitcoms to swashbuckling westerns, '50s and '60s television classics have entertained the whole family for decades. See how many you can name!
How to Look Confident During a Presentation
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Want to know how to look confident during a presentation? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn how to look confident during a presentation.