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Flyting Words: The Medieval Origins of the Insult Rap Battle
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Flyting, which was essentially a verbal contest of poetic abuse, was public entertainment in the 15th and 16th centuries. Think of it as the rap battle of medieval times.
How Well Do You Know the Etiquette of Golf?
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Golf is about more than just playing the game. There is an entire way of carrying yourself on the golf course. How well do you know golf etiquette, though? Take this quiz and find out!
Can You Pass This British General Knowledge Quiz?
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Are you an Anglophile or a Britophile? Do you know the difference? If you consider yourself on par with the Brits, take this quiz to test your knowledge.
Charles I of England Quiz
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Charles might've "bowed his comely head/down, as upon a bed" in death, but a lot happened before he got there. Test your knowledge of Charles' early years, political frustrations, fight and flight in this quiz.
How Well Do You Remember The Most Important Dates In British History?
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The history of Great Britain stretches back a millennium, and thanks to colonization, spans virtually the entire globe. Take our quiz to test your knowledge of the biggest dates in British history!
What is star jelly?
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Star jelly sounds like it could be some sort of cosmic spread for toast -- complete with a flashy label boasting, "Now with 50 percent more universe!" Unfortunately, the real story of star jelly is far less tasty -- and far more terrestrial.
Can You Pass This City Name Spelling Bee?
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From Aa to Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu (phew!), we’ve curated a collection of challenging city names for you to spell. Can you “bee” the best at finding the right spelling?
From Caesar to Brexit: The English History Quiz
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English history goes back just a lot bit further than that of the United States. How much do you know about the past of jolly old England? How far back does your knowledge of English history go? Take this quiz to find out!
Test Your Law Enforcement Knowledge With This Quiz
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No one can escape the long arm of the law, unless, of course, the law isn't paying attention. Law enforcement is a profession for people who don't mind putting themselves in the middle of conflicts, being in danger, and spending most of their lives filling out paperwork. How much do you know about law enforcement?
Do You Know the Geographic Features of the UK?
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The UK isn't as extreme as some nations, but nevertheless, it has within its borders some truly epic geography. It's time to put your geographic knowledge to the test and find out if you can recognize its natural beauty for what it is!