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In 1899, what would the logistics be for a group of Americans to travel to Tahiti and buy land, and emigrate there?

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When did inbreeding become associated with the American South?

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In media (TV, books, games, songs) involving the Medieval or Early Modern Era Europe, banditry is portrayed as a common occurrence. How viable of a career option was banditry in 15th-17th century Europe? How dangerous were European countrysides and roads for travelers in the era?

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How did the IWW (Industrial Workers of the World) influence folk music as a genre?

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I am a teacher in Tokyo in 1910, earning a decent, middle class wage. How do I commute? Where do I get groceries, and what groceries are available?

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It's 1403 and I'm the Hochmeister of the Teutonic Order. What do I do in a typical day?

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In media (TV, books, games, songs) involving the Medieval or Early Modern Era Europe, banditry is portrayed as a common occurrence. How viable of a career option was banditry in 15th-17th century Europe? How dangerous were European countrysides and roads for travelers in the era?

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The kimono is considered a traditional Japanese garment. What era and style do modern kimonos emulate?

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I am a teacher in Tokyo in 1910, earning a decent, middle class wage. How do I commute? Where do I get groceries, and what groceries are available?

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During Mughal rule, did India have any colonial or expansionist ambitions outside of the Southern borders of the empire?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
In 1899, what would the logistics be for a group of Americans to travel to Tahiti and buy land, and emigrate there?	1408
When did inbreeding become associated with the American South?	909
In media (TV, books, games, songs) involving the Medieval or Early Modern Era Europe, banditry is portrayed as a common occurrence. How viable of a career option was banditry in 15th-17th century Europe? How dangerous were European countrysides and roads for travelers in the era?	108
How did the IWW (Industrial Workers of the World) influence folk music as a genre?	92
I am a teacher in Tokyo in 1910, earning a decent, middle class wage. How do I commute? Where do I get groceries, and what groceries are available?	58
It's 1403 and I'm the Hochmeister of the Teutonic Order. What do I do in a typical day?	50
In media (TV, books, games, songs) involving the Medieval or Early Modern Era Europe, banditry is portrayed as a common occurrence. How viable of a career option was banditry in 15th-17th century Europe? How dangerous were European countrysides and roads for travelers in the era?	38
The kimono is considered a traditional Japanese garment. What era and style do modern kimonos emulate?	19
I am a teacher in Tokyo in 1910, earning a decent, middle class wage. How do I commute? Where do I get groceries, and what groceries are available?	16
During Mughal rule, did India have any colonial or expansionist ambitions outside of the Southern borders of the empire?	10