Beethoven, was told by a music teacher that he had no talent for music. In fact, this teacher once remarked, “As a composer he is hopeless.”
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The ancient Egyptians bought jewelry for their pet crocodiles.
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Ancient Romans at one time used human urine as an ingredient in their toothpaste.
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High Heels were originally made for men in the 16th century.
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The oldest stone tools found are dated from 2.7 - 2.9 million years ago. The species that made these tools is unknown.
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Kung Fu actually originated in India, but was developed further in China.
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Because metal was scarce; the Oscars given out during World War II were made of plaster.
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