The World

Take a stroll around the globe with our world quizzes. They're packed with trivia about capitals, landmarks, historical figures and more.

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Penguins are creatures you see in the zoo or in nature movies, unless you happen to have been part of an expedition to the North Pole. Take this quiz to learn a little more about these flightless birds.

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Parrots have always been a special type of bird, whether on the shoulder of a pirate or revealing some kind of embarrassing information in a sitcom. Learn more about this fascinating bird by taking this quiz.

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Your friends and associates may consider you an astute investor and they could be correct. Are you doing everything possible to maximize your return and to protect your assets? Determine how much you know about diversification by taking this quiz.

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The teenage years are full of change. Teenagers experience rapid growth and concurrent muscle or joint pain, frequently referred to as “growing pains.” Find out why your teenager's health is essential during this growth period. Take this quiz and learn the actual cause of “growing pains” and how best to treat it.

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There are many different kinds of seals, each with a different size, shape, color and behavior. Some seals are smarter than others, some seals diver deeper than others, some like warm water and some like the icy waters of the poles. Take this quiz to learn more about seals.

If you're so smart, why would you need a smart home? The answer is for a variety of reasons, including saving energy costs, personal safety, even greater comfort. Take this quiz and see the smartest things in homes.

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Snakes can make you afraid and intrigued at the same time. Snakes have slithered over the Earth for more than 130 million years, frequently making appearances in famous narratives from the Bible to mythical stories. This unique animal can swallow animals whole and move across land without any limbs. Take this quiz and learn more about the mysterious snake.

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Most people spend the majority of their day in their workplace, so it is easy to understand how a workplace that is poorly set up can cause you injury. Using the principles of ergonomics you can make your workplace a safer and healthier environment. Take this quiz to see how many rules of ergonomics you know.

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The IRS has both supporters and detractors. Some people recognize its importance in maintaining government revenues, while others feel that it is merciless and out to get all your hard-earned cash. No matter what side of the fence you fall on, take this quiz to learn about the IRS.

We all have to pay taxes, but we all want to keep as much of our money as possible. Knowing how to navigate the complex tax code to your benefit is not easy. Do you know which things you can deduct from your income? Take our quiz to find out what you know about the complex world of tax deductions.

As parents, we all naturally love and cherish our children. We think we know how to look out for their safety, but there are many pitfalls we might never consider. Do you know how to keep your kids safe in this complex modern world? Take our quiz to learn what you can do to keep your precious children safe and secure.

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When you were a kid you had a little fishbowl with one, lonely goldfish. Now you have the time and money to take this hobby more seriously, and you want to try and keep a beautiful tank full of tropical fish.

A wedding is supposed to be a happy occasion, but many people get so stressed out trying to plan it that they can hardly enjoy the day when it arrives. Planning a wedding doesn't have to be a nightmare. Can you get through the process unscathed?

Something we all tend to take for granted at home is the plumbing system. Although it is usually reliable, problems can occur. Take this quiz and see how you can repair some of the common problems.

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Have you ever craved the feel of wet clay under your fingertips? Do you have unfulfilled creative urges? Let our quiz help you decide if pottery making is the creative outlet you've been looking for.

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You'll find this sticky treat in almost any color of the rainbow. Plus, it's completely delicious! Over the years, cotton candy has become an indelible part of American culture, and it can be found everywhere from county fairs to movie theaters. Find out how sweet you are on this sugary treat by taking our cotton candy quiz.

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We live in a radioactive world, and we're not just talking about the times when a nuclear plant is melting down and scaring the heck out of us. How much do you know about the ABGs (or alphas, betas and gammas) of nuclear radiation?

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It's time to put on makeup; it's time to dress up right. It's time to raise the curtain on the Muppet quiz tonight!

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You love dressing in the latest fashions and have a flair for color, but do you know all about the fabric you wear? Do you take your carpet for granted or do you know all about how it was manufactured? Challenge your knowledge of the multitude of fabrics that surround us in every facet of life. Take this quiz and find out what you really know.

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Choosing a life insurance policy can be overwhelming. Take this quiz to see how much you know about life insurance in general and the benefits of having life insurance.

Indoor plants might not be on your mind all the time, but chances are they've rooted a permanent place in your home. Everyone can use a little greenery, so it's not surprising that indoor plants are extremely common all over the world. They can personalize, beautify and purify any living environment. Find out how much you know about these all-natural room enhancers by taking this quiz.

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Scooby, Scooby-Doo - where are you? He's probably chowing down on some Scooby-Snacks with Shaggy and the gang. Let's see what you know about everybody's favorite Great Dane cartoon.

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Auto racing is an expensive and technically complex hobby, but it can be just as fun when it's scaled down to where the car can fit in your hand. CO2 dragster racing lets you do just that. Think you have what it takes to build a CO2 dragster? Let's find out!

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Food has traditionally been a fundamental pillar of Italian social life. Infused with ancient accents adapted from the Romans, the Greeks and the Etruscans, modern Italian cooking is a national culinary pastime characterized by endless examples of unique local flair. How much do you know about the cuisine commonly served at Italian supper tables?

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With low interest rates and home prices, it feels like a great time to buy a house. Homeownership is about more than your mortgage payment, though, so before you hand your real estate agent that earnest money, you might want to consider whether you're really ready to buy. Think you know all there is to know about buying a house? Test your knowledge with this quiz!

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