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There was substantial opposition in American against joining WW2. What happened to this opposition during and after the war? Were they embarrassed? Were their political careers ruined?	14
During Beria's short reign after Stalin's death, he promoted a series of reforms, including plans to reunite Germany as a neutral nation. Were these genuine reforms?	14
Eisenhower and Truman are ranked among the greatest Presidents in America. However, the former ran and won on a platform critical of the latter. Did Americans at that time consider either to be among the greatest Presidents?	13
Turks, Bulgars, Mughals, Finns, Hungarians, Koreans -- a large number of different ethnic groups across the world have their origins in Central Asia. What about Central Asia made this happen?	13
13,000 Israelis and Palestinians were killed in conflict from 1948 to 1997. Many more obscure conflicts see 10 to 1000 times more deaths. Why did the Israel/Palestine become a major issue internationally?	12
Modern art is mostly inaccessible to the average person. Was this always true of Western Art? Could a peasant appreciate a Beethoven symphony or the Mona Lisa?	12
Before and during the revolution, John Adams was one of the most ardent voices for independence against the UK. After the revolution, he was one of the most ardent voices for reconciliation with the UK. What's up with that?	12
The Ancient Egyptians believed the mind lived in the heart. Why didn't they notice that brain injuries lead to mental issues?	11
German used to be a very prestigious language in the West. Why did it stop, and is the answer as obvious as I think it is?	10
Did Chinese philosophy develop thinkers exalting commerce, as Europe had Smith, Hamilton, and Hayek?	10

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