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Why We Love Henry David Thoreau, in 5 Quotes
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We may think of Thoreau as the Walden Pond hermit who penned profound books on nature and philosophy. But he was also funny and sociable and valued his friends deeply.
What Is Transcendentalism and How Did It Change America?
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Transcendentalism was a 19th century philosophical movement with adherents like Thoreau, Emerson and Fuller, based on the idea that people had divine truth within them.
Ultimate Lighthouse Quiz
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Beacons of hope in the darkness, lighthouses have guided sailors to safety for thousands of years. They've helped ships navigate dangerous coasts and survive treacherous storms. Test your knowledge of these structures with the lighthouse quiz.
May's Full Moon Is the Flower Moon
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Native American tribes have called the May moon the flower moon for centuries. The name even inspired a best-selling novel and film.
Who Said It? The Philosopher Quotes Quiz
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How much do you know about great thoughts and big thinkers? Take this quiz to match the philosophers with their famous quotes.
How Protests Work
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Protests can take many forms like boycotts and allow us to air our grievances. Learn about protests, like those behind Vietnam and Tianamen Square.
How Anarchism Works
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Anarchism is often associated with chaos and violence, but the philosophy is far more nuanced than that. Learn more about anarchism at HowStuffWorks.
Tell Us If You've Read These Books and We'll Guess Your High School GPA
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Were you an avid reader or more the skim the preface type? Did you have your eye on a scholarship or did the thought of cracking a book send you screaming? Whether you got straight A's or just scraped by, see if we can nail your GPA with this not just for nerds book quiz!
How the American Dream Works
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What exactly is the American dream? And how do you know if you're living it? Read about the American dream at HowStuffWorks.
How Your W-2 Works
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A W-2 form is provided by your employer and tracks your earnings. Find out why the W-2 form is so important and what you need to know about it.