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William James Sidis Is Likely the Smartest Man to Have Ever Lived
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Some say his IQ was 50 to 100 points higher than Albert Einstein's. So why haven't you heard his name before? We'll tell you the sad tale of why this incredible genius flamed out.
Did Shakespeare use real witches' curses in 'Macbeth'?
Since the 1600s, performances of 'Macbeth' have been plagued by accidents. Is it all because Shakespeare used actual witches' curses in the play?
Is This Character From the Bible or a Shakespeare Play?
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There's no shortage of drama, betrayal and epic clashes in both the Bible and Shakespeare's canon of work. Can you tell if these characters are from Shakespeare or the Bible?
The ultimate Shakespeare quiz: How much do you know about the Bard?
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Shakespeare is considered to be one of the best writers in human history, and his plays are still produced year-round, all across the globe. How much do you really know about Shakespeare and some of his most famous stories and characters? We'll test your knowledge about Britain's literary crown jewel.
Shakespeare Wrote in Iambic Pentameter. But What Is That?
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William Shakespeare and Geoffrey Chaucer used iambic pentameter in their works of literature. But what is iambic pentameter and how can you spot it?
Lunar Cycles Quiz
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William Shakespeare warned us "Do not swear by the moon, for she changes constantly." Sound advice, right? Well, maybe. Sure, she changes, but her phases remain quite reliable. Take the following quiz to see what I mean!
No Need to Beware the Ides of March, Actually
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March 15, the Ides of March, has become synonymous with betrayal, lost loyalty and unwelcome surprises. But should this day still make us wary?
6 Famous Literary Forgeries and How They Were Discovered
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at some of the most famous literary forgeries in history, including Hitler's diary and Howard Hughes' memoirs.
You've Heard of Smallpox, But What Was the Great Pox?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the surprising relationship between syphilis and smallpox.
European Starling
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The European starling is smaller than a robin. Learn more about the European starling at HowStuffWorks.