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From Vulcan to Virgil: The Roman Mythology Quiz
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The Romans may have borrowed heavily from the Greeks, but you might be surprised to learn how they forged a mythological history all their own. Intrigued? Take our quiz to learn more!
Exploring Mars: Insights Into the Red Planet
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Since the 1960s, we've been captivated by the planet Mars. How different is our neighbor, and what have we learned about the most explored planet?
The Mars Quiz
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Mars: There's been a lot of misinformation and myth-making about our nearest neighbor in the Solar System. Can you sort out the truth from the sci-fi? Try it now with our quiz!
How Much Do You Know About Greek and Roman Mythology?
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Is it true that Zeus had something like 100 kids -- and that one was born from his thigh? Ancient myths can appear in unexpected places, too, like our planets -- but what god or goddess is Earth named for? See if you can tell which is from Roman mythology and which is from Greek, or if it's just all Greek to you.
Can You Guess if These Landmarks and Places Are on Mars or Earth?
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The Earth and the planet Mars are celestial siblings but hardly twins. Each has unique features and landmarks, but despite their significant differences, the two worlds share a lot of qualities. Do you know your Martian landmarks from your Earthly ones?
Januarius, Februarius, Mars, Aprilis? How Each Month Got Its Name
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Ever wondered why January is called January and September is September? Here's how each month got its name.
Who Named Planet Earth?
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All of the planets in the solar system are named for Greek gods, except Earth. So where did the name come from?
The Basic Astronomy quiz
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The night sky has fascinated humans throughout history. Even if you're not a science buff in general, we're willing to bet you know a thing or two about astronomy yourself. Find out just how much with our quiz!
Roman or Greek? The ancient gods quiz!
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The Romans worshiped many of the same gods as the Greeks, but under different names. While much of Roman mythology was inherited from Greek culture, not everything stayed the same. Do you know the differences?
Aldebaran: The Brightest Star in the Constellation Taurus
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Aldebaran is not just the brightest star in the constellation Taurus, it's also the 14th brightest star in the sky.