Is the Chinese delicacy known as bird's-nest soup really made from birds' nests? Yup. They've been used in Chinese cuisine for hundreds of years. A few species of swift are the most frequent sources. Their nests are believed to provide numerous health benefits, such as improving digestion and the immune system. By the way, the males are the nest-builders in these swift species.

Many trivia fans know that the letters in the AMF bowling brand name stand for American Machine and Foundry, but the company was over 40 years old before it entered the bowling business. It was founded in 1900 as a manufacturer of industrial equipment for the tobacco industry. At one time, AMF also made tennis rackets, golf clubs and snow skis.

Where can you visit the only home ever owned by Abraham Lincoln?
A) Kentucky
B) Indiana
C) Maryland
D) Illinois

Previous answer: Baby chicks get out of their eggs by using temporary teeth.

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