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How the Articles of Confederation Paved the Way for the U.S. Constitution
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The Articles of Confederation were the precursor to the U.S. Constitution. HowStuffWorks looks at how they paved the way for the U.S. system of government.
Can You Match the State to Its Crazy Law?
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If you've ever honked your horn, played pinball or swore in public, you might be a criminal. It all depends on the state in which you carried out the act. Take a look at these crazy laws and try to match them to the correct state.
How Political Recalls Work
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Why (and how) are voters taking the extraordinary step of recalling officials they've already elected? Read about political recalls at HowStuffWorks.
Who Owns the Beach? It Depends
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On most U.S. shorelines, the public has had a time-honored right to "lateral" access to beaches. That sandy space, however, is being hotly contested.
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?
Can You Match the Capital City to the Correct US State?
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From sea to shining sea to Alaska and Hawaii, every state has a capital city. Find out how familiar you are with their locations! Can you match 35 out of the 50?
Can You Identify These US State Flags?
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Flags sure can be fun, and this quiz proves it. Do you have enough knowledge to identify these emblems of state identity, or will some of those Midwestern states be your downfall? Dive into the quiz and find out!
How Gerrymandering Works
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Gerrymandering has always been a problem, but technology has made it a lot worse. Find out how gerrymandering works in this HowStuffWorks article
How Many States Are in the U.S.A.?
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The U.S. comprises states, territories and commonwealths. So how many states are in the U.S.A.?
Can You ID All of the US Presidents From a Single Image?
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Are you a US history buff? In particular, can you identify each US President from one image? Try your luck and learn some presidential trivia while you're at it!