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Who is West Virginia’s version of the legendary Paul Bunyan?
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In what county did the legendary Wizard Clip supposedly cause mysterious events to occur?
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Which one of the following was NOT used to make homemade soap?
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Roane County artist Jeff Fetty is known for his work in this field.
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Which one of these wild plants generates millions of dollars annually for West Virginia?
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Which of the following was NOT a leading West Virginia bluegrass band of the 20th century?
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Which of the following fiddle tunes is NOT typically associated with West Virginia?
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Which of the following is NOT a form of traditional dancing in West Virginia?
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In what county has the West Virginia State Gospel Singing Convention been held since 1949?
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Which one of the following were early Scotch-Irish settlers NOT known for?
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