Normandy: History and Beauty
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Apple orchards, lush green fields, colorful cows, manor homes, Camembert, D-Day beaches, and Calvados make Normandy a memorable and worthwhile destination. Come along!
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France
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Very Difficult
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10 |
301
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May 30 04
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jstagamtome
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A History of Private Life: Rome to Byzantium
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The first of a five volume history of private life contains many customs and practices which seem unusual today and make for interesting reading. The book is edited by Phillipe Aries and Georges Dufy. Enjoy the quiz.
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Non-Fiction
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Difficult
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10 |
40
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Jul 07 09
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jstagamtome
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Gore Vidal: "Perpetual War for Perpetual Peace"
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In 2002 Gore Vidal published his book "Perpetual War for Perpetual Peace-How We Got To Be So Hated". Test your knowledge of this book.
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V
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Tough
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10 |
22
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Jun 05 09
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jstagamtome
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Anatole France: The Forgotten Laureate
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Anatole France won the Nobel Prize for literature in 1921, and correctly predicted he would soon be forgotten. Respected in his time for standing up for social justice, he gained additional notoriety when his books were banned by the Catholic church.
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F
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Difficult
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10 |
21
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Mar 21 09
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jstagamtome
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Your Electrolytes! Why Are They So Important?
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We carefully read the ingredients of everything we consume these days, but do we really know what happens if we get too much or too little electrolytes in the bloodstream? Be aware that intake and blood levels are not necessarily related.
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Digestive System and Metabolism
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Average
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10 |
165
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Jun 09 09
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jstagamtome
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George Harrison : The Quiet Beatle
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An underrated talent, George Harrison was a generous, humorous and talented individual who matured into an exceptional musician during his tenure with the Beatles. His life was tragically cut short by cancer in 2001.
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Harrison, George
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Tough
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10 |
138
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Jun 12 09
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jstagamtome
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Coat of Arms of World Cities - Europe
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Many world cities have a coat of arms unique for their heritage, and many have their origins in antiquity. How many of the following cities can you match with it's coat of arms?
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Flags and Symbols
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Very Difficult
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10 |
77
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Apr 01 09
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jstagamtome
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Human Body Basics Part VI
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The sixth edition of the quiz. I have attempted to make this one a little less difficult than the last several of the series, but hopefully equally informative.
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Mixed Human Body Trivia
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Tough
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10 |
502
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Apr 08 09
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jstagamtome
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Human Body Basics Part VIII
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Version #8; This series focuses on the normal structure and function of the body, and attempts to inform and entertain.
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Mixed Human Body Trivia
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Difficult
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10 |
478
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May 19 09
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jstagamtome
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The Beatles Anthology Video
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The Beatles "Anthology" video was produced with their cooperation and inclusion and contains a wealth of information about the group through interviews and historical footage.
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Beatles, The
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Difficult
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10 |
142
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May 30 09
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jstagamtome
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Red Rocks Arena: A Historic Music Venue
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Red Rocks arena in Morrison, Colorado is significant in the history of music. Many legendary performances have played here. Immerse yourself in the history of this venue.
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History of Music
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Difficult
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10 |
53
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Mar 18 09
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jstagamtome
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When the Doctor Says....III
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When the doctor says a certain phrase, what is he talking about? Number three of the series.
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Medical Lingo / Abbreviations
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Tough
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10 |
604
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Apr 12 09
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jstagamtome
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Human Body Basics Part IV
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The fourth installment of basic human body facts, hopefully to educate and entertain.
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Mixed Human Body Trivia
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Difficult
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10 |
587
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Mar 13 09
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jstagamtome
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When the Doctor Says.....IV
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Doctors use jargon for a variety of reasons. Sometimes the terms are shortcuts, sometimes disguised terms to prevent lay people from understanding, and sometimes they learned it that way. How many can you decipher?
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Medical Lingo / Abbreviations
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Difficult
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10 |
422
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Jun 20 09
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jstagamtome
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Human Body Basics Part VII
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Installment #7 of the quiz. It is designed for individuals with some background in biological science, but hopefully can be informative for those with a curiosity streak.
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Mixed Human Body Trivia
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Very Difficult
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10 |
376
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Apr 16 09
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jstagamtome
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Gore Vidal: Author Turned Celebrity
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Gore Vidal has been a prolific author, but he has become equally well known for his keen intelligence, wit, and associations with celebrities. He is a polarizing figure to many, but his impact on our society and political discourse cannot be denied.
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Individual Authors
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Very Difficult
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10 |
59
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Apr 05 09
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jstagamtome
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Albert Schweitzer: Great Humanitarian
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Albert Schweitzer was a physician, musician, writer, religious scholar, and humanitarian who dedicated his life to healing the sick in the jungles of Africa. Delve into the character of this exceptional human being.
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Other People
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Difficult
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10 |
52
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Apr 15 09
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jstagamtome
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A Grand Tour of Italy
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This birthplace of the Renaissance has it all- natural beauty, friendly and gracious people, and a history surpassed by none. Follow me from Venice across Italy on a remarkable journey.
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Italy & Vatican City
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Average
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10 |
489
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Feb 18 04
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jstagamtome
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Artisanal Superstars - Food of Europe
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Certain areas of the world are famous for special foods, handmade products, and skilled crafts. These specialties enrich the cultural heritage of these places, and should be easy to identify. Can you match the food to the locale?
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International Cuisine
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Difficult
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10 |
188
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Apr 26 09
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jstagamtome
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A Driving Tour of Germany
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We're going back to Germany for my favorite nephew's wedding, and we will explore the history and beauty of this land as we travel across Germany on our way to the ceremony.
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Germany
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Average
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10 |
424
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Mar 02 04
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jstagamtome
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Prague: A City Tour
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My favorite European city is an architectural gem and a great place to visit. Find out about this friendly and historic town.
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Czech Republic
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Average
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10 |
204
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Apr 26 04
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jstagamtome
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A Grand Tour of France I
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I had been meaning to get back to my homeland, and make a counterclockwise driving tour starting and ending up in Paris. See if you can answer these questions as we explore the landscape and history of France.
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France
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Average
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10 |
371
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Feb 09 04
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jstagamtome
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Flower Names for Children
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Children are fascinated with flowers. Many flowers have common names which make them easy to identify or remember. Can you identify the flower from the given clues?
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General Topics for Kids
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Easy
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10 |
556
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Apr 18 09
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jstagamtome
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Human Body Basics Part IX
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The ninth installment of the quiz on the structure and function of the human body.
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Mixed Human Body Trivia
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Difficult
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10 |
447
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Jun 16 09
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jstagamtome
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A Walking Tour of Paris
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Paris has always had an unequaled grandeur, and this jaunt through the city should be a pleasurable experience. If you have been before, see how much you remember. If you haven't, see if this wets your appetite.
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Paris
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Average
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10 |
393
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May 07 04
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jstagamtome
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Subject and Artist IV
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Match the artist with his subject or technique; the fourth version of an easy quiz.
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Matching Artist and Art
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Average
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10 |
130
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Jun 19 09
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jstagamtome
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Human Body Basics Part III
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People are interested in facts about the human "machine" these days, and I will try to make this third quiz worthwhile.
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Mixed Human Body Trivia
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Tough
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10 |
1907
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Jan 22 04
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jstagamtome
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World Heritage Sites - United States
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World Heritage Sites in the USA include cultural, natural, and mixed sites. See if you can identify which are included in the list.
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World Sites
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Tough
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10 |
105
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May 30 09
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jstagamtome
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Fascination with "7"
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There has been a fascination throughout history with certain numbers, and the number seven is certainly one of them. How much do you know about these Groups of Seven?
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0-10
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Difficult
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10 |
328
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May 11 09
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jstagamtome
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European and North American Rivers: Upstream or D
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In each question I will give the names of cities along a river. Select the only route that requires you to travel upstream.
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Rivers
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Difficult
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10 |
203
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Jun 04 04
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jstagamtome
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