With all the problems in modern life, it’s simple to forget the clever inventions that made life easier in the past. From strange things found at yard sales to mysterious things found in attics and basements, each one gives us a different look into the lives of our ancestors. Here are 10 interesting facts that made people think until they found out the answers.
At first, the colourful slats on a wooden box didn’t make sense. But it turned out to be a Montessori toy meant to teach kids about colours and matches. This toy, which is still used, shows how powerful new designs can be over time
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Someone in Montreal, Canada, found an old artillery round that had not been fired and had been lying around for a while. Thank goodness people on Reddit saw the danger and called the bomb squad to safely get rid of the bomb.
Reddit users had different ideas about what a tiny metal spoon was used for. Some thought it was for cleaning out ear wax, while others thought it might be for scraping under fingernails. This spoon could be used for many things, which made it a useful tool to have around.
