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These 6 U.S. States Once Declared Themselves Independent Nations
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Many states (or territories) that are now part of the U.S.A. were once independent, even if not recognized as such by other countries. We'll look at some of them.
10 Small Trees
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Small trees that can fit perfectly in any space because of their size. Check out these 10 small trees and learn what will fit best in your yard.
Two Truths and a Lie: North American Geography
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Alright, you've played two truths and a lie with your friends and they got to know some pretty embarrassing things about you. This time, the only way you're going to get embarrassed is if you can't name the capital of Canada. Wait, you do know it, right?
Made in America: The Ridiculous History of 'OK'
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The fad for abbreviations like LOL is nothing new. In fact, this trend in the 1840s spawned the greatest abbreviation of all, "OK."
Do You Know What a 5th-Grader Should Know?
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Could you beat a fifth grade in a battle of wits? If you haven't forgotten your elementary school education then this quiz should be easy!
Can You Accurately Guess the Population of Every American State?
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This quiz will bring you to your "census." There are over 7 billion people in the world, but only 329.7 million of them live in the United States. Can you tell us where we might find them?
Do you know where in the world you can find these famous statues?
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Of the thousands of remarkable statues around the world, you may know where to find the Statue of Liberty, and maybe the Sphinx. But what about all the others? From The Thinker and Venus de Milo to the Olmec Colossal Heads and Moai, see if you can match the famous statue to where in the world you'd find it.
How Did These States Get Their Names?
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Ever wonder why the person who named the orange settled on that name? Seems a little obvious, doesn't it? And what about how other things get named, like states? If you have a hankering for some geographical etymology, then take a cross country trip through this quiz!
How Many State Capitals Do You Know?
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We'd love TOPEKA your interest in geography with this quiz. If you don't pass, don't get MADison about it, just show us what JUNEAU about all 50 states.
Do You Know These Regional American Foods?
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You know what's delicious? Food. All kinds of awesome, exotic, exciting foods from every corner of the United States. There's a veritable feast of regional foods across the country. How many do you know? Take the tasty quiz!