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Miners have given this nickname to a dangerous geologic formation that increases the risk of roof falls in underground coal mines.
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Where do the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers cut a wide gap in the Blue Ridge Mountains?
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Which of the following is NOT a bog in West Virginia?
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In which of the following counties is the Buckhannon River NOT located?
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Judy Gap is located in this county.
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How many natural lakes does West Virginia have?
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What prominent political figure boated down the New River in 1812?
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Most of West Virginia's mineable coal is part of this geologic feature.
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How many panhandles does West Virginia have?
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Saddle Mountain is located in which county?
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