Sudbury Valley School allows students to do whatever they want; no curriculum, tests, homework, or even classes unless requested. 82% of students get accepted to college, as opposed to the 63% national public school average.
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Anuptaphobia is the fear of staying single.
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In 2003, the U.S. Government spent about $2,000,000.00 on potato research!
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In many countries, urine was used as a detergent for washing.
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The first household refrigerators cost about $16,000, in today's money!
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The "Cobra Effect" is where a solution for a problem actually makes the problem worse.
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The longest Monopoly game in history lasted 70 straight days.
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The average cough comes out of your mouth at 60 miles per hour.
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