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At the peak of slavery in the continental United States, what percentage of the population would have owned one or more slaves?

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Organ meats are nutrient dense and have been eaten throughout history. When did this trend start to fade?

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Is there any evidence of merchants or other people who frequently came across money biting it to check for authenticity?

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Given the proliferation of audio and video media, will the evolution of language be slowed? Are there historical precedents to fall back on?

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At the peak of slavery in the continental United States, what percentage of the population would have owned one or more slaves?	183
Organ meats are nutrient dense and have been eaten throughout history. When did this trend start to fade?	131
Is there any evidence of merchants or other people who frequently came across money biting it to check for authenticity?	12
Given the proliferation of audio and video media, will the evolution of language be slowed? Are there historical precedents to fall back on?	0