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Pawpaws: The Forgotten Fruit That Could Use a Little Love
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You probably won't find a pawpaw in your grocery store or local farmers' market, so what's the deal with this most elusive of fruits?
How Manifest Destiny Stretched the U.S. From Sea to Shining Sea
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President James Polk put the philosophy of Manifest Destiny into action. HowStuffWorks looks at the ideology that helped create the United States.
Can You Tell Us if These Places Are East or West of the Mississippi From Memory Alone?
"Ol' Man River / He's rolling along," but are you? You must know something about these cities in relation to "The Big Muddy," otherwise known as the Mississippi River. Can you pinpoint their location? Go west (and east), young man (or lady)!
Can You Get More Than 11 Right on This Difficult American Geography Quiz?
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You won't only need to know the longest river in America, but you might need to know exactly how many U.S. states it touches. Yes! This American geography test is that deep. Now is your time to prove you are up to the challenge!
Test your knowledge of the fifty nifty United States
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Each of the fifty majestic states of America has its own personality, history and idiosyncracies. In this quiz, you will test your knowledge of some of the most fascinating​ and fun facts about each state, from Alabama to Wyoming. You're on the fast track to becoming an Americana genius!
Are you a true Washingtonian?
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You know Washington State has the best coffee, microbrews and cedar plank salmon. And maybe you've heard that springtime means spider time (they bite!). But only native Washingtonians know where to go to meet Miss Seafair, where to find the best off-the-beaten paths and that we're the ones who gave the world "Dick and Jane." See if you're picking up what this state's putting down.
The North American Geography Knowledge Quiz
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From just north of the Equator to just south of the North Pole, this quiz covers North America's highs, lows and everything in between. See if you can scale this mountain of a geography quiz and reach the peak!
Identify These 40 States from an Outline in 6 Minutes
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Each state is pretty unique, even when it comes to its outline. You'll really need to know your way around a map to ace this quiz. Let's see if you know your stuff!
How Yurts Work
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Yurts are circular lattice-walled tent used throughout history by nomads in Central Asia. Find out why yurts are popular with campers and nomads.
5 Sustainable Hardwoods
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Look almost anywhere, and you'll see things made from wood. Harvesting that much wood can have devastating effects on forests and environments. Fortunately, some of the hardwoods that are most popular can be sustained in your own backyard.