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Trains are rail vehicles that travel along a track to transport passengers or freight from one location to another. They are usually powered by diesel locomotives or by electricity, which is supplied by a third rail or overhead lines.

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Rain is a type of precipitation which is readily absorbed by the ground. However, flooding might occur if there is a downpour or heavy rain. Flooding can result in damage to property, illness and even death.

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Climatology is the meteorological study of the climates of the earth, their origin, and their role as elements of the natural environment. Climate is the expected mean and variability of the weather conditions for a particular location, season, and time of day. Climate change involves statistical changes in the distribution of weather over periods of time, which could be decades or millions of years.

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Philosophy is the rational study of fundamental and general problems, including knowledge, reason, values, existence, and language. Philosophers, such as Aristotle and Plato, are persons who act based on the rules of practical wisdom. They are considered “lovers of wisdom.”

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The United States participation in World War 2, both European and Pacific Theaters of the war.

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A person having custody of a child exercises exclusive parental authority and responsibility over the child’s physical provisions, moral and emotional health, medical treatment, discipline, religion, property, control, and place of residence.

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After more than 12000 years of selective breeding, dogs come in more shapes and sizes than any other species on Earth. Today, there are more than 300 dog breeds, each having its breed standard and unique personality. In this category, you can find questions relating to a specific breed’s temperament, appearance, country of origin, height, weight, etc.

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The Declaration of Independence adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4th 1776 announced to the World that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer a part of the British Empire.

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Includes questions related to the comprehension, usage and identification of the parts of speech used to replace nouns such as he or she.

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The 44th President of the United States and former US senator from Illinois, Barack Obama is the first African-American to hold the presidential office.

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It takes two to make it work, but only one to break it up. This is the place to ask questions about the pain, healing, and possible solutions to relationship break-ups.

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Founded by brothers Walt and Roy Disney in 1923, the Walt Disney Company has become the largest entertainment company in the world. They are leaders in film, television, travel, and other media industries.

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Seasons are the change in the climate which are usually constant over a period of time. This category contains information on all the different seasons.

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Menstruation is the routine discharge, or release, of blood and mucosal tissue from the uterus. This process occurs about once a month from the time a female reaches puberty until menopause. During pregnancy, the monthly menstrual cycle is absent while the womb nourishes the growing fetus.

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Questions and answers related to the formation of regular and irregular plural nouns in the English language.

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The Japanese were a member of the Axis forces and the primary belligerent in the Pacific Theater of war.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. was a social activist that fought for equal rights of African-Americans.

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Academic writing is a writing form that is usually serious, and intended for a critical and informed audience. It typically has an objective stance, a clear statement of the significance of the topic, and correctly utilizes formal academic rhetoric.

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A diverse country that is home to some 44 million people, this category is suitable for any questions on the people, places, flora and fauna that make South Africa special.

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Governing bodies of the United States including the Senate, House of Representatives and the President

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France, officially the French Republic, is a country in Western Europe with several other overseas territories and islands situated in other continents, as well as in the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic oceans. France is the largest west-European country, having a total land area of 674,843 sq km.

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The United States Congress is the two-chambered (or bicameral) legislature of the federal government of the United States of America, and consists of the Senate and the House of Representatives chosen by direct elections. The Congress convenes in the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. This category expounds the functions of US congress and its various facets.

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Stars are balls of luminous plasma, held together by gravity. They can be seen twinkling overhead from our planet each night. They are enjoyable to look at, but also have been used as navigation tools for centuries.

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Includes questions specifically asking about this Shakespeare play. Questions about the movie version should be placed under "Movies." Questions about Shakespeare should be placed under his category under Authors and Poets.

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Ask questions here about the history and records of American football, both college and professional.

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The Bible is one of the most read books in the world. It has been published in virtually every language. The history and development of this important document is worthy of study, and questions about it are asked in this category.

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Everyone is born with emotions, they are very complex and wide ranged. People behave as a result of their emotional state. Some of the basic emotions are: anger, anxiety, boredom, compassion, depression, fear, frustration, gratitude, hatred, joy, jealousy, love, and worry to name a few. Emotions cause mood changes, temperament changes, and they are the center of our personality and disposition.

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Psychology is a broad subject that aims to understand behavior and mental processes. It tries to understand the role of mental functions in individual and social behavior. Sigmund Freud is a prominent figure in this field.

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Growth rates refer to the amount gained by a certain variable in a specific context and period. They have various applications in several fields such as population, employment, unemployment, economic factors, and even on a person’s height.

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First used in 1926, the term Pop Music referred to music that had a popular appeal. Since the 1950s, the term Pop Music has been used to designate a separate music genre. That genre includes a perceptible rhythm, melodies and choruses or "hooks", a customary structure, and mainstream style.

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