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Beyond the Oats Box: 9 Facts About Quakers
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The most famous Quaker (the one on the oats box) is not even a real person. This religious group has had much success in a sweeter area of food: chocolate!
How Ben Franklin Helped Ignite the Jersey Devil Hysteria
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Founding father Benjamin Franklin is partially to blame for the legend of the Jersey Devil. Here's the strange story of this folklore beast.
How the Seneca Falls Convention Kicked Off the U.S. Women's Rights Movement
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The meeting of a group of abolitionist activist women at Seneca Falls, New York, in 1848 became the starting point for the women's rights movement in the U.S.
How Betsy Ross Worked
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History tells us that Betsy Ross designed and sewed America's first flag. But is that the truth or is it just legend? Find out more at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Name the Company from a Black and White Image of the Mascot?
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Take on this ultimate advertising quiz and see if you can name these companies from an altered image of their mascots!
Why Are Certain Foods Eaten Mainly at Breakfast?
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Americans expect certain foods for breakfast. But why did these particular foods end up as morning meals? HowStuffFoods lets the foods tell the story.
What is a Rice Krispy? What is it made out of and how do they make it?
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Ever wanted to know what a Rice Krispy is? Read this article to find out what Rice Krispy is made out of and how they make them.
7 Puritan Myths We Should Stop Believing
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We often think of Puritans as those pilgrims to America whose twin passions were long church services and burning witches. But the truth is far more interesting.
The Ultimate Philadelphia Quiz
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Philadelphia is famous for its rich history and its tourism industry is definitely driven by this factor. But there are other attractions, too: great restaurants, galleries, flower shows and performing art shows all attract the tourists every year. Take this quiz and learn more about fascinating Philadelphia.
If We Give You the Mascot and a Product, Can You Name the Company?
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Ready to put your brand loyalty to the test? Let's see if you can name this brand or company if we give you a clue about their product -- and show their mascot to boot!