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In the 1990s, the Weekly World News made this bizarre creature a national sensation.
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Who is West Virginia’s version of the legendary Paul Bunyan?
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What is West Virginia’s longest-running folklife festival?
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In the folk song, what was John Henry’s job?
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Samuel McColloch supposedly made a daring leap on his horse during a skirmish in what war?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of quilt?
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When is the best time to harvest maple syrup in West Virginia?
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What city celebrates ramps annually with the Feast of the Ramson?
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In which West Virginia county is the India Center located?
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By 1920, which one of the following counties was NOT known for its large Greek population?
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