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    By Andrea Caumont
    June 14, 2011

    America’s students are slowly improving their history scores, according to a new report. Could you describe the advantages the American forces had over the British during the Revolutionary War? Or give two reasons why Abraham Lincoln was important? Take this quiz to see how well you know your history.

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