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Lorena and John Wayne Bobbit
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In 1993, Lorena and John Wayne Bobbit's marital problems became front-page fodder. See how much you recall about the tumultuous trial that had feminists rallying and men sleeping on their stomachs for weeks.
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Pagiedamon
Dec 03 08
984 plays
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American Jewish Leaders
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American Jews have contributed much not only to the United States but internationally. Here are only a few.
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Rehaberpro
Apr 04 12
411 plays
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Standing Up: Civil Rights Heroes
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In the 1950s and 1960s, the Civil Rights Movement fought to secure equality for black Americans. Test your knowledge of ten American heroes who helped make it happen.
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CellarDoor
Feb 24 13
294 plays
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This Was Your Life - William Safire
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"Hello and good evening everyone out there in TV land. I'm Ralph Edwards, your host, coming to you live from heaven. Tonight's subject is none other than William Safire. Now let's look in the red book and hear from our first guest."
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tazman6619
Jan 10 10
207 plays
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African-American Role Models
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Here are some people of African-American heritage who have performed service above and beyond, in and for, the US, as well as things that may have affected them. They all should be better known.
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habitsowner
Jun 17 12
417 plays
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The Story of Johnny Lee Clary
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A traumatic and battered childhood left Johnny Lee Clary seeking refuge from the only people who seemed to offer him friendship - the Klu Klux Klan. Head of the KKK seventeen years later, his life then took a shocking turn. This is his story.
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dopple44
Sep 01 10
189 plays
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Arizona: The People 1912-2012
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Can you identify these famous folks who were born, lived, died or spent time in Arizona during its first century of statehood?
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PDAZ
Mar 12 12
264 plays
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African-American Leaders
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America is stronger because of the leadership of many African-American leaders. Here are just a few.
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Rehaberpro
Mar 14 11
561 plays
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Things Famous People Say
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Famous people are often responsible for some great quotations, but my favourites are the ones with a comic slant or those with a sting in the tail. Can you guess who said the following (mainly USA)?
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BettyBlue
Nov 06 07
3957 plays
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Blacklisted!
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During the late 1940s and 1950s, many talented people in the arts, mainly writers, actors, and directors, were barred from their craft because of alleged association with groups that were labeled 'unamerican'. This is a quiz about a few of these.
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10 Q
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Rehaberpro
Nov 29 09
549 plays
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Americans Amok in Australia!
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They came over here, some of them ingratiated themselves with the locals, but some ticked us off big time! What were they doing here and who were these Yanks anyway? And yes, some of the author content is very tongue in cheek!
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Tough
10 Q
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FussBudget
Sep 29 07
606 plays
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Harry Truman Capote - A Before And After Quiz
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"After ending World War II as President, he wrote 'In Cold Blood." Who was this? Harry Truman Capote, of course! This quiz is about the accomplishments of two people in one. The middle initial is their shared name.
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eauhomme
Oct 19 07
1068 plays
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Peacemakers
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The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to an American or American organization more than any other country. Can you identify these Peace Prize recipients? Quiz was suggested from the Nobel Peace Laureate Project of Eugene, Oregon.
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Rehaberpro
Jul 15 09
552 plays
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Buried in Baltimore
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"The life of the dead is placed in the memory of the living." Marcus Tullius Cicero
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DR.NO
Sep 17 12
285 plays
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Independence and Patriotic Quotes
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As we commemorate our Independence Day, consider some prominent quotes that have inspired us to celebrate the 4th of July with eagerness and loyalty.
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lilady
Jun 16 09
993 plays
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Robert P. Wadlow
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This is one of my first quizzes and I'm making it in dedication to the world's tallest man who entered the Guinness Book of Records in 1940. Good luck!
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smartee123
Sep 22 07
453 plays
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Talented Men of Northeast United States
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From the brief description, identify the man from the Northeastern United States, either born there or closely associated with that state.
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Rehaberpro
Mar 01 09
849 plays
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Born in Massachusetts
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This should be fairly easy. You probably already know these people, but may not have known they were all born in Massachusetts.
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Deeca2
Mar 23 07
1269 plays
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U.S. Historical Figures and Their Accomplishments
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This quiz tests you on your 10th grade U.S. history skills. It asks questions over people like Paul Revere, Thomas Jefferson, Harriet Beecher Stowe, etc.
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patriots21
May 21 07
3651 plays
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They Came From Louisiana
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This is a quiz about famous people (mostly) born in Louisiana. I hope you enjoy it.
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10 Q
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da_man11
Nov 28 10
924 plays
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Notable and Famous Italian Immigrants
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Italian immigrants have made many invaluable and varied contributions to American life and culture. This quiz is in honor of my maternal grandparents Nicholas and Mary Scarpa. Enjoy!
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25 Q
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jouen58
Oct 11 03
669 plays
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On the Fringe: Some American Radical Independents
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Here appear the names of some North American social bordercrossers--on the outside because of their politics, style, manners, statements. Let's see if you can recognize the names of this persistent "fringe" of "unaccceptables"?
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windswept
Jul 20 08
789 plays
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Talented Men of Southern United States
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From the brief description, identify the individual from a southern state, either born there or closely associated.
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Rehaberpro
Mar 16 09
852 plays
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Famous Americans [ 1 ]
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Test your knowledge of some famous Americans, past and present, who have left their mark on U.S. society and culture.
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blaxlaw
Feb 20 09
1854 plays
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Famous People Born in Kentucky
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I'll tell you a little bit about myself including where I was born, and you guess who I am.
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zil_ennov
Feb 13 07
1854 plays
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Famous Boilermakers ...
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..and I don't mean a shot of whiskey with a beer chaser. Can you name these famous Purdue University alumni and staff members? Go Boilers!
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djsgal
Jan 16 07
480 plays
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They Helped Shape America - 2nd Edition
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This is the second quiz about America's diverse cultural background. Whether you agree or disagree with them - approve or disapprove of them, they've made America what it is.
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blaxlaw
Aug 24 09
684 plays
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Important People in American History: 3
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This is Part 3 of my Important People in American History series. The basic pattern is a timeline through American History. Just a hint for you when you take it.
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Disney101
Dec 17 05
3405 plays
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Great American Speeches
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See if you recognize these quotes from ten very well known American speeches of the 20th century.
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pugslyandpolly
Jul 08 06
723 plays
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Famous South Carolinians
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This is a quiz on just a few of South Carolinas famous people. I hope you enjoy!
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Tough
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AmonAmarth
Jul 05 07
621 plays
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