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What caused the guitar, an instrument not found in a typical orchestra, to become the de-facto popular music instrument?

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Clowns have been regarded recently as creepy more than funny. Is this a modern idea, or have clowns been regarded as creepy historically as well (including things like court jesters and traveling theatrical troupes)?

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Have there been any other population booms as dramatic as Los Angeles? Detailed question in body.

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How recent of a concept is having a different dinner every day (or even a different dish at every meal)?

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Is the parchment paper I use in my kitchen the same stuff used in antiquity, or has “parchment” changed over time to what it is today?

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What was the hiring process and household structure like in the Victorian era for becoming household staff for the upper class?

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How did we end up with the standard poker deck? 54 cards, four suits, two jokers, face cards, etc.

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
What caused the guitar, an instrument not found in a typical orchestra, to become the de-facto popular music instrument?	291
Clowns have been regarded recently as creepy more than funny. Is this a modern idea, or have clowns been regarded as creepy historically as well (including things like court jesters and traveling theatrical troupes)?	39
Have there been any other population booms as dramatic as Los Angeles? Detailed question in body.	7
How recent of a concept is having a different dinner every day (or even a different dish at every meal)?	5
Is the parchment paper I use in my kitchen the same stuff used in antiquity, or has “parchment” changed over time to what it is today?	2
What was the hiring process and household structure like in the Victorian era for becoming household staff for the upper class?	1
How did we end up with the standard poker deck? 54 cards, four suits, two jokers, face cards, etc.	1