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Did filmmakers in the Soviet Union portray American culture and/or western capitalists as villains in their movies? Or at least as similarly to how the west portrayed the Soviet culture and/or communism?

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Were ancient philosophers such as Socrates, Aristotle, Plato, Diogenes, etc. seen as "celebrities" during their time? How difficult was it to personally seek out one of these philosophers for their wisdom (i.e. for a private meeting, or to ask a question)?

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What Roman wonders existed during the time of Nero's reign, and which modern structures (if any) did he commission?

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Were there specific political parties/factions in Ancient Rome like there are now?

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How long have people been smoking [tobacco]? What was smoking like in the earliest documented cases compared to modern times?

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Did espionage ever occur in ancient Rome?

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What do we know about Nero's physical features?

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Did filmmakers in the Soviet Union portray American culture and/or western capitalists as villains in their movies? Or at least as similarly to how the west portrayed the Soviet culture and/or communism?	8
Were ancient philosophers such as Socrates, Aristotle, Plato, Diogenes, etc. seen as "celebrities" during their time? How difficult was it to personally seek out one of these philosophers for their wisdom (i.e. for a private meeting, or to ask a question)?	8
What Roman wonders existed during the time of Nero's reign, and which modern structures (if any) did he commission?	6
Were there specific political parties/factions in Ancient Rome like there are now?	6
How long have people been smoking [tobacco]? What was smoking like in the earliest documented cases compared to modern times?	3
Did espionage ever occur in ancient Rome?	2
What do we know about Nero's physical features?	1