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Why was Cheat Lake in Monongalia County originally created?
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Cranberry River drains into this major river.
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Which one of the following was the site of our first state park?
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What body of water does Holly River drain into?
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What geologic feature is associated with caves and sinkholes?
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How many natural lakes does West Virginia have?
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In what county is Laurel Lake located?
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On what mountain did Confederate general Robert E. Lee first see his Civil War horse Traveller?
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Which one of the following is NOT considered a "sink," or stream that temporarily disappears below ground?
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The Sinks of Gandy is located in this county.
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