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American Geography Quiz
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Millions of years ago, America was home to more dinosaurs than any other country. Today, the country is home to more tornadoes than any other country. The land is home to deserts, rain forests, basins, plateaus, mountains and more. Let's see how much you know about American geography.
Can You Name All 45 US Presidents From Their Presidential Portraits?
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A picture tells a thousand words, but a presidential portrait tells of being one of the most powerful men in the world. Can you identify all of them? Hint: powdered wigs went out shortly after Madison.
10 Bizarre Moments in Presidential Elections
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Historically, presidential elections have been fraught with strange twists. Learn about 10 bizarre moments in presidential elections at HowStuffWorks.
Ridiculous History: Bears, Raccoons — and Alligators? — in the White House
Rebecca the Raccoon. Josiah the Badger. Many U.S. presidents have had pets, but they haven't all been cats and dogs. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
The Mother's Day Quiz
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Don't be afraid to test your knowledge with this Mother's Day quiz. No matter how bad you do, mom will still love you!
Top 10 American Political Dynasties
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American political dynasties include the Rockefellers and the Bushes. What are 10 of the most successful political dynasties?
How the Electoral College Works
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As we learned in the 2000 election, the electoral college plays a huge role in the election process. Learn how the electoral college works!
How the Declaration of Independence Birthed the American Nation
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at the U.S. Declaration of Independence document – what's inside it and what's not.
What Was the First Photo Ever Taken?
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Joseph Nicéphore Niépce is responsible for the first photo ever taken. Almost lost to time, the image used a process called heliography.
Ulysses S. Grant Was One of the Greatest Military Generals in U.S. History
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As the commanding general of the Union Army, Grant helped save the United States during the Civil War. But how was he as the 18th U.S. president?