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Dashes are used to stress a certain point or to indicate an interruption in thought. Hyphens are used to separate a single word’s syllables or to join words. Slashes are commonly used in dates, fractions and to indicate “or”.

This category contains questions and answers about those people who committed a notorious murder, or a series of murders, often in a gruesome fashion. Their psychology and manner of murder continues to fascinate and repel people.

Although cellphones and SMS have pretty much made Morse Code moribund - its most popular current use is probably by amateur radio operators - this is a sub-category dedicated to the dots 'n dashes of the code that was invented by Samuel F.B. Morse in 1838. Find out "What is the most famous distress signal in Morse Code?" or "How do you communicate using Morse Code?

Abolitionism is a movement against slavery. Its objective is to put an end to the slave trade and set slaves free. The first European law abolishing colonial slavery was passed in 1542.

Punjab is a state in northwest India with an area of 19,445 square miles (50,362 square kilometers). It is the largest single provider of wheat to the country. One of its major tourist destinations is the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple).

Shih Tzus are first bred in China to be the emperor’s pet. Today, with their long-flowing coat and little requirement for exercise, Shih Tzus are a popular choice for people who want a lapdog. This category contains questions about Shih Tzus, such as their temperament, colors and markings, etc.

Serena Jameka Williams (born September 26, 1981) is an American professional tennis player. She has won 23 Grand Slam titles: 11 in singles, ten in women's doubles and two in mixed doubles. In addition, she has won two Olympic gold medals in women's doubles.

Located in the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi is the world's richest city.

The International Date Line is a line of longitude roughly located at 180 degrees. It marks the two different days on Earth, where 24 hours is added or subtracted when one crosses the line.

International Business Machines is a multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Armonk, New York that manufactures and sells computer hardware and software.

Roanoke Island is an 8 mile long island, located off of North Carolina. It s famous for multiple reasons, but the most famous is the lost Roanoke Colony. Sponsored by Queen Elizabeth in the 16th century, the Roanoke Colony was an attempt to create a permanent English settlement. It is not known what ever happened to the Roanoke settlers.

Produced by Hoffman-La Roche, Valium is a drug used to treat insomnia, anxiety, seizures including muscle spasms, restless legs syndrome, status epilepticus, alcohol withdrawal, Meniere’s disease and benzodiazepine withdrawal. It is also used to reduce tension.

Written by Charles M. Schulz, Peanuts is a syndicated comic strip that ran for 50 years until Schulz's death in 2000. The comic features a main character, Charlie Brown, and his dog Snoopy and is considered the world's most popular comic.

The U.S. Electoral College is the process by which U.S. Presidents and Vice Presidents are chosen every four years. This process consists of the selection of electors, the meeting of electors, and the counting of votes by congress. The Electoral College was established by the founding fathers in the U.S. Constitution.

Gossip Girl is a television adaptation based on the novels written by Cecily Bon Ziegesar. The series focuses on a group of wealthy young students, all attending an elite high-end prep school. The story is narrated by an omniscient, yet unseen blogger - "Gossip Girl."

This category covers translation of English words or phrases into Dutch.

Gary Paulsen is the author of over 200 novels, including the well-known book Hatchet. Many of his stories focus on the theme of survival in the wilderness.

Watermelon is a large vine fruit. The outside is a green hard shell, and the inside is a watery and porous fruit. Watermelon can be quite sweet. The flesh is usually red, although there are some golden varieties.

The Lexus ES series is a line of middle-sized luxury sedans manufactured by Lexus from 1989 to present. The series is patterned on the Toyota Camry platform and features an automatic transmission, V6 engine and front-wheel drive.

Homicide is the act of a human killing another human. Homicide, or murder, is illegal, with the exception of certain instances such as self defense or involuntary manslaughter.

Philippine dance is influenced by Spanish, American, and Asian dances. La Jota Moncadena is an example of Spanish influence,while Sayaw sa Banco and Tinikling have Southeast Asian influence.

Nuclear fission is the phenomenon in which an atomic nucleus splits into lighter nuclei. This reaction can be spontaneous in some isotopes, but usually is the result of heavy nuclei absorbing a neutron. Because fission often results in the emission of multiple neutrons, this reaction can be self-sustaining, making such things like nuclear reactors and nuclear weapons possible.

Cookware is a term used for the various pots and pans used for cooking. It is made of materials which will not easily melt.

Doctor Mae Carol Jemison is the first African American astronaut to go into space. She is a physician and is active in promoting science education among minorities. Questions about her history and current activities are found here.

The donation of funds, goods, and/or services to help a charitable cause. Such altruistic activities can benefit religious and humanitarian causes, among others.

Oblivion is a popular role-playing game and the fourth installment of The Elder Scrolls.

Ocelots, also known as dwarf leopards, are native to the dense forests and undergrowth of extreme southern Texas, Mexico and much of both Central and South America. These cats, which are found in the genus Leopardus along with eight other small cats, are nocturnal hunters and fiercely territorial. Once considered Vulnerable because of the demand for their fur, they are now considered Least Concern by the IUCN.

Warts are small growths on the skin often on the hands and feet. Warts are generally harmless but can be a nuisance and cause for embarrassment.

The Grand Prix GTP was a rebadged fifth-generation variant of the Pontiac Grand Prix. This model featured a five-speed manual transmission and a 3.4-liter DOHC V6 engine, which was capable of generating 210 horsepower (160 kW).

Dracula or Count Dracula is a fictional character who is based on a vampire. He first appeared in Bram Stoker's novel "Dracula" and the vampire fantasy began. His character has appeared in multiple films to date.