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What is the reason behind the supposed favored status of the "Leek-Green" charioteers in Ancient Rome?

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To what degree did the ancient Greeks believe in the existence of their gods and to what degree were they considered fables or narratives providing moral or educational development?

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To what degree did ancient Romans---from the Republican era to, say the Great Fire but perhaps as late as the end of the Empire---think of themselves as descended from Trojans?

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How did 19th century prep schools in America, especially New England, transport athletic teams from one athletic venue to another?

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Please help me better understand the historical context of modern Afghanistan as depicted in THE KITE RUNNER.

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Précis on the Kurds' alliance with the US: how did it start, what was accomplished together, and in what ways has the US abandoned them?

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How did Paul Revere certify his lesser silver works?

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Best source for (easily digestible) information on the history of US intervention in Latin America?

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"Plu" as slang for Union troops during the US Civil War?

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To what degree did Livia influence Augustus' policies and actions?

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What is the reason behind the supposed favored status of the "Leek-Green" charioteers in Ancient Rome?	3
To what degree did the ancient Greeks believe in the existence of their gods and to what degree were they considered fables or narratives providing moral or educational development?	3
To what degree did ancient Romans---from the Republican era to, say the Great Fire but perhaps as late as the end of the Empire---think of themselves as descended from Trojans?	3
How did 19th century prep schools in America, especially New England, transport athletic teams from one athletic venue to another?	3
Please help me better understand the historical context of modern Afghanistan as depicted in THE KITE RUNNER.	2
Précis on the Kurds' alliance with the US: how did it start, what was accomplished together, and in what ways has the US abandoned them?	2
How did Paul Revere certify his lesser silver works?	2
Best source for (easily digestible) information on the history of US intervention in Latin America?	2
"Plu" as slang for Union troops during the US Civil War?	2
To what degree did Livia influence Augustus' policies and actions?	2