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Did the ancient greeks believe what we consider to be "greek mythology" as literal fact or as stories that should be read for their morals instead of for accuracy?

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Was Ben Franklin responsible for bringing Syphilis to Philadelphia?

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During the Soviet-Afghan war, did anyone at the KGB or the Kremlin know about the US funding of the Mujahadeen?

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When did American political campaigns go from an amorphous blob of party members and activities that floated around the candidate to a highly structured "corporate" model, with everyone having specific titles and jobs?

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Following WWII, Was the division of countries between the Soviet and American spheres of influence as simple as "Alright, all of this is mine, all of that is yours"?

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To what extend did Hellenic Mythology impact local cultures during Alexander's conquests?

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What compelled the founding fathers to hold popular elections for president?

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How were America's earliest political parties structured?

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Why did some British colonies broke away violently while others separated diplomatically?

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What were some of the most prominent Democratic Movements during the 19th century (excluding the French Revolution)?

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Did the ancient greeks believe what we consider to be "greek mythology" as literal fact or as stories that should be read for their morals instead of for accuracy?	13
Was Ben Franklin responsible for bringing Syphilis to Philadelphia?	11
During the Soviet-Afghan war, did anyone at the KGB or the Kremlin know about the US funding of the Mujahadeen?	10
When did American political campaigns go from an amorphous blob of party members and activities that floated around the candidate to a highly structured "corporate" model, with everyone having specific titles and jobs?	9
Following WWII, Was the division of countries between the Soviet and American spheres of influence as simple as "Alright, all of this is mine, all of that is yours"?	6
To what extend did Hellenic Mythology impact local cultures during Alexander's conquests?	6
What compelled the founding fathers to hold popular elections for president?	3
How were America's earliest political parties structured?	3
Why did some British colonies broke away violently while others separated diplomatically?	2
What were some of the most prominent Democratic Movements during the 19th century (excluding the French Revolution)?	2