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The CN (Canadian National) Tower, in downtown Toronto, was for decades the world's tallest free-standing structure. It receives an average of about 75 lightning strikes a year. It is claimed that, from the observation deck, visitors can gaze at approximately one-third of all households in Canada.,

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Ask questions about the Indonesian volcano, Krakatoa, in this category.

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The Republic of Suriname is a South American neighbor of Brazil, French Guiana, and Guyana. Suriname and Bulgaria are two of the world's rare locations in which a synagogue and a mosque are next door neighbors. Contributors typically raise questions about the country's coastal tourism, distinct architecture, Dutch culture and language, jungle ecotourism, mineral wealth, rain forest interior, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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Gujarat is an Indian state with an area of 75,686 sq mi and coast line of 1,600 km. It is bordered by Maharashtra to the south, Rajasthan to the north, Madhya Pradesh to the east, the Arabian Sea and Pakistan on the west. The state’s capital is Gandhinagar.

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World music is the global music that includes traditional music or folk music of a culture. Latin American music is said to be a world music. Its many varieties include Pre-Columbian traditions; the Argentine, Uruguayan and nuevo tangos; Soca, Calypso, Punta, cumbia, vallenato, Cueca, Boleros, Rockoleras, ranchera, Palo de Mayo, Marinera, Tondero, Candombe, Zouk and recent Reggaeton.

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Founded in 1967, the Pittsburgh Penguins are a NHL team best known for their star players past (Mario Lemieux) and present (Sidney Crosby).

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The Mazda Tribute is a compact CUV manufactured by Mazda since 2001. Jointly developed by Mazda and the Ford Motor Company it’s extraordinary performance sets it off from other cars.

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This category is for questions about the dancer turned actor <a href="http://www.answers.com/topic/patrick-swayze">Patrick Swayze</a> (August 18, 1952 – September 14, 2009) Patrick Swayze was well known for being the romantic hero of movies such as "Dirty Dancing" and "Ghost."

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The proton is a +1 electrically-charged subatomic particle. It is composed of three elementary particles: one down quark and two up quarks. Protons, along with neutrons, make up the nucleus of an atom.

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Pantech is a mobile phone company located in Korea. It was founded in 2000.

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Arlington National Cemetery, located just outside of Washington, D.C. in Arlington County, Virginia, is one of the most respected and visited landmarks in all of the United States. Arlington National Cemetery is home to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and is also the last resting place of many notable figures including President John F. Kennedy, his brothers Robert and Ted Kennedy as well as President William Howard Taft. Questions about Arlington National Cemetery can be found here.

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Ask questions about the causes and treatments for nose bleeds here.

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McFly are a British boy band that started in 2003. They consist of Danny Jones, Tom Fletcher, Dougie Poynter and Harry Judd. This category contains questions relating to lives and music, including their six-part documentary 'McFly on the Wall.'

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The Liberty Bell is an iconic symbol of American freedom. The bell cracked and was repaired a couple of times shortly after its arrival in the United States. After it was cracked again in the 19th century, it was retired to Liberty Bell Center, where it is still on display.

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In a State Constitution document, each US State at length and in more detail than the US Constitution describes its governmental structure, legal processes, and powers of the State over its citizens. A State's Constitution cannot violate and must generally conform to the US Constitution, and its amendments. Citizens can vote to amend State Constitutions.

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The agency of the government in charge of keeping statistical records in the Philippines is the National Statistical Office. This includes statistical information regarding population, gross national product, employment and trade.

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Hydrology studies the movement and distribution of water across planets.

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A long-running British soap, previously known as 'Emmerdale Farm', which has run since 1972. It focuses on the lives of people living on a farm and the characters in the surrounding village, and is based in the Yorkshire area.

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The Pomo tribe originated in California, divided into three regions, the coast, the valley, and the lake regions of northern, central and southern California. There are seventy known tribes within the Pomo group.

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Founded in 1870, The Ohio State University is a large, public university located in Columbus, Ohio with regional campuses located in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark and Wooster. Along with being an accredited research university, Ohio State boasts one of the largest student populations of any university in the United States. Questions about the university’s history, academics, sports teams, etc. can be directed here.

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Questions about the history and goals of feminist movements, the societal impact of gender-based discrimination, and key figures such as Betty Friedan and Gloria Steinem.

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Officially called the Basic Combat Training, the boot camp is a ten-week training course that introduces a civilian to teamwork, marksmanship and the basic training to become a soldier. It’s open to anyone of either gender who is mentally and physically fit.

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The Toyota Previa is a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) produced from 1990 to the present. This MPV is also known as the Estima and the Tarago in Japan and Australia, respectively.

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Small 4-wheel vehicles that go by a variety of names: carts, karts, go-karts or gearbox/shifter karts. Their races take place on scaled-down tracks, and include all classes, circuits, championship, and winners.

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Dwyane Wade is an American basketball player who currently plays for the Miami Heat. He lead his team to an NBA Championship in 2006.

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The Flintstones is a prime-time American animated television sitcom produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions. The show was about a caveman’s life with his family, best friend and neighbor in a Stone-Age setting using modern technologies.

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Includes questions related to the use of indirect references and implications that are typically malicious.

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Elbow pads, shoulder pads, full face helmet, padded gloves, padded pants, jockstrap (for men), mouth guards, hockey stick and ice skates are basic ice hockey equipments. These equipments protect players from sustaining bodily injuries while playing the game.

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Osteoporosis is a progressive bone disease that is common in older individuals. It is characterized by bone weakness, as well as decreasing bone mass and density. It can make people very susceptible to fractures.

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A pregnancy test indicating inaccurate readings due to malfunction of the test itself, improper use, medications that can interfere with the reading, etc.

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