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Why Is Missouri Called the Show-me State?

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Lots of U.S. states have nicknames, but Missouri's arguably is one of the best. HowStuffWorks investigates how Missouri got its famous flinty moniker.

Can You Name the U.S. State from 3 Random Facts?

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Are you the champ at your local watering hole's Trivia Night? As an elementary school student, did you pore through your American History textbook just for fun? Put your knowledge to the test with these fun-but-random facts about 35 of our nation's unique states!

Can You Guess if This Historical Story Is Fact or Fiction?

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Is it for real or a fraud? Dive into history with these popular stories and myths. Do you know which is a contender and which is a pretender? Test your recall with this "fact vs. fiction" quiz!

The History of the Sandwich

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Are you wondering about the history of the sandwich? Learn about the history of the sandwich in this article.

93% of People Can't Crush This General Science Knowledge Quiz. Can You?

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Science may not have been everyone's favorite subject in high school, but many of these facts are common knowledge. You're a true nerd if you can guess them all.

Can You Answer These Basic Geography Questions Everyone Should Know?

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Whether or not you fared well in your high school World Geography class, there are a few basic facts about the world that you should definitely be aware of. Take this quiz to see how much you remember.

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.

Do tornadoes really avoid cities?

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Are you safer from tornadoes if you live in a city? Would Dorothy have ended up in Oz if she lived in New York rather than Kansas? Let's separate fact from fiction.

Test your knowledge of the fifty nifty United States

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Each of the fifty majestic states of America has its own personality, history and idiosyncracies. In this quiz, you will test your knowledge of some of the most fascinating​ and fun facts about each state, from Alabama to Wyoming. You're on the fast track to becoming an Americana genius!

10 Myths About Surviving a Tornado

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Separating fact from fiction when it comes to tornado safety could mean the difference between life and death.

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