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The New England Vampire Panic Was Very Real and Very Deadly
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In the 1890s, consumption (now called tuberculosis) was ravaging New Englanders. But what caused it? Could it be ... vampires?
U.S. Adoptees May Soon Gain Access to Their Original Birth Certificates
Since the 1940s, the birth certificates of adopted children have been routinely changed to reflect the history and names of adoptive parents. States across the nation increasingly favor allowing adoptees access to the originals.
Kannst du dieses allgemeine Geografie-Quiz über die USA knacken?
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Hältst du dich für einen echten Geografie-Experten? Die Vereinigten Staaten sind eines der einzigartigsten und vielseitigsten Länder der Welt und man kann innerhalb der Grenzen der USA nahezu jede Art von Landschaft finden. Bist du bereit herauszufinden, wie gründlich dein Wissen ist?
17.6 Million Americans Still Lack Access to Healthy Food
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The number of Americans living in food deserts has decreased, but there's still a long way to go. HowStuffWorks looks at the numbers.
How to Volunteer in Historical Reenactments
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Volunteering in historical reenactments is a big commitment. Learn what's involved if you want to volunteer in historical reenactments.
If We Give You a State, Can You Tell Us Its Neighbor?
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There are two U.S. states that border eight states and two U.S. states that border zero states. None border nine states and only one borders one state. If we give you a state, can you tell us its neighbor?
How Well Do You Know the U.S. Constitution?
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Nothing less than the blueprint for the American government, the Constitution is an important part of history classes and citizenship tests (and the occasional quiz show!) How well do you know this vital document? Show off your savvy now with our quiz!
The Hercules Mulligan Quiz
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Hercules Mulligan played a major role in the battle for American independence, even if his name isn't as well known as the founding fathers'. Take our quiz to see how much you know about the life and legend of this secret spy!
Things Are Indeed Bigger in Texas
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The saying is really true. Texas is big. And so is everything in it. HowStuffWorks looks at the state and what's so big about it.
10 Things You Didn't Know About the U.S. Constitution
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The U.S. Constitution is full of surprises, even after all these centuries. Read about 10 things you didn't know about the U.S. Constitution.