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How Adobe Construction Works
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Adobe construction is one of the oldest building techniques known to man, but why is it now one of the hottest modern housing trends?
William Walker: The American Mercenary Who Named Himself President of Nicaragua
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Before being executed in 1860 for his misadventures, William Walker, known as a 'filibuster,' raised a private army and briefly installed himself as the president of Nicaragua.
How Much Do You Know About the Spanish Conquest of the Americas?
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Whether you call it colonization or conquest, the Spanish definitely set out to make the Americas their own -- and that's exactly what they did. How much do you know about the Spanish takeover of the Americas?
Can the U.S. President Ever Declare Martial Law?
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The U.S. has declared martial law in the past, but only sparingly and in dire situations. So, what would it take for the president to use it now?
Do You Know All of These States’ Capitals?
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We don't expect you to sing the states and their capitals like Wakko from Animaniacs (but, we'd be impressed if you did). Can you match Columbia, Carson City, Charleston and Cheyenne to their respective states? Get your geography game going with this quiz!
How Executive Orders Work
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Executive orders are directives from the president without input from the legislative or judiciary branches of government. HowStuffWorks explains.
Can You Identify These US State Flags?
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Flags sure can be fun, and this quiz proves it. Do you have enough knowledge to identify these emblems of state identity, or will some of those Midwestern states be your downfall? Dive into the quiz and find out!
Are You Hella Knowledgeable About Texas?
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This Southern/Southwestern state has a lot of history behind it, as well as a number of famous people who call it home. Is your Texas savvy all it should be? Find out now with our quiz!
Can You Name the U.S. State from 3 Random Facts?
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Are you the champ at your local watering hole's Trivia Night? As an elementary school student, did you pore through your American History textbook just for fun? Put your knowledge to the test with these fun-but-random facts about 35 of our nation's unique states!
Can You Identify the U.S. State From a Crossword Clue?
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Love geography *and* word games? We've got a quiz for you! It's on the American states, written in crossword style, with a short clue and the number of letters. Ready? Test your state savvy now!