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Which one of the following natural resources—found in many West Virginia caves—was used as a key ingredient in manufacturing gunpowder during the Civil War?
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Other than its headwaters in Boone County, Big Ugly Creek is located entirely within this county?
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  4. D.
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The Forks of Cheat lies between the Cheat River and which other river?
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  4. D.
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Hellhole Cavern is located in what county?
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  4. D.
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What two rivers merge to form the Kanawha River?
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In what county is Laurel Lake located?
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  4. D.
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In what county are the headwaters of the Potomac River?
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  4. D.
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Which future president wanted to form a company to improve navigation on the Potomac River?
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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 Trough canyon is located in which two counties?
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  4. D.

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