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Which one of the following was a West Virginia folklorist?
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In the 1950s, West Virginia's Future Homemakers and Future Farmers clubs raised funds to build the Crafts House at this place.
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What type of hunting made pioneers' lives a little sweeter?
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When is the best time to harvest maple syrup in West Virginia?
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In what ancient practice did West Virginians traditionally go from house to house dressed in costumes?
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What is another name for flatfoot dancing?
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Which one of the following cities still has a Jewish congregation?
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Which of the following immigrants did NOT commonly become "pack peddlers," who sold goods on horseback in rural areas?
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By 1920, which one of the following counties was NOT known for its large Greek population?
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What native wood is considered ideal for making chair bottoms?
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