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The 9 Longest Rivers in the World: From the Nile to the Congo

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When it comes to rivers, longest doesn't necessarily mean biggest, and length can be difficult to determine, so the top spot will always be debated.

What Is the World’s Shortest River?

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Ever wondered what's the difference between a river, a stream, a brook and a tributary?

How Watersheds Work

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You're probably standing in one right now, but do you know what a watershed is and how watersheds work? Learn how watersheds work here.

Global Geography: Great Rivers of the World Quiz

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There aren't many places in the world that a river doesn't run through. Take our quiz to see how much you know about the water that flows around the globe.

10 Longest Rivers in the U.S.: From the Missouri to the Brazos

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We bet you're looking up the longest river in the U.S. to settle a bet: Is it the Missouri River or the Mississippi River? It depends how you measure.

How Well Do You Know Your Science Vocabulary?

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For scientists, this quiz meets all the PARAMETERS. It's definitely not BASIC, but we're sure you won't get an ABSOLUTE ZERO on this quiz. Try your best, homo spaien.

Can You Name All These Geography Terms That Start With S?

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You surely know how to recognize a straight line, a sound and a sight. But can you recognize a strait, a sound and a site? What about a shore? Test your geography skills and name all of these terms that start with S.

How Geronimo Went From Guerilla Warrior to POW

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The life and legacy of Apache warrior Geronimo has been twisted over time. One thing that is certain is he spent much of it avenging the death of his wife and children.

Can You Identify These National Parks?

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From Florida's underwater reefs to California's 2,300-year-old forests, celebrate these wild lands by seeing how much you know about some of the biggest and baddest landscapes.

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