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What southeast-facing sandstone escarpment extends along an irregular line from Keyser to Bramwell?
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What geologic feature is often used to mark the line between the Eastern Panhandle and western West Virginia?
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This flood control lake in Wayne County was opened to the public in 1978.
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Through which one of these counties does Birch River NOT flow?
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About how much of West Virginia's boundary is marked by rivers?
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In what county is Ice Mountain located?
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What prominent political figure boated down the New River in 1812?
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The Hancock County towns of Chester and Newell grew around this industry.
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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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Virginius Island is located in which river?
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