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How Revisionist History Works
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Revisionist history can range from simply correcting a date to reconsidering the causes of a war. Learn why revisionist history is controversial.
What's Your British History IQ?
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Kids who study British history are required to learn over 1,000 years of history throughout school, which is a lot to remember - and a lot to forget. Let's find out whether you remember any of it!
10 False History 'Facts' Everyone Knows
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Lots of great stories from history we learned in school are just plain wrong. Here are 10 false history facts from HowStuffWorks.
How Math Works
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A world without math is unimaginable. It's a part of who we are. It's the analytical juice of our left brain. In the words of physicist Richard Feynman, even a fool can use it. So why do so many of us turn our backs on numbers?
Does the Parthenon really follow the golden ratio?
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The Parthenon was thought to have been built following a mathematical concept called the golden ratio. Is this true? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
How Maps Work
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A map is a type of language, a graphic way of representing information, whether it's to show population density or tell you how to get from Point A to Point B. Here's how they're made.
True Stories of How 'A Wrinkle in Time' Inspired Female Scientists
HowStuffWorks talks to three modern-day 'Megs' to find out how they were inspired by the book 'A Wrinkle in Time.'
The Ultimate Fractals Quiz
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Fractal geometry transcends the Euclidean dimensions in mind-blowing ways. Quantify your knowledge of fractals with this brain-bending quiz!
Nasir al-Din Al-Tusi
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Al-Tusi, Nasir al-Din (1201-1274) was one of the greatest scholars of his time and one of the most influential figures in Islamic intellectual history.
How College Admissions Tests Work
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College admissions tests, such as the SAT and ACT are explained in this article from HowStuffWorks. Learn about college admissions tests.