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Which one of the following was a West Virginia folklorist?
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Which of the following is NOT a common theme in West Virginia ghostlore?
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What types of items did early blacksmiths usually NOT make?
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Early settlers would split oak into thin strips, soak, and weave them together to make these?
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What is West Virginia's official "Magazine of Traditional Life?"
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According to tradition, which one of the following is the best place to hunt for morels?
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When is the best time to harvest maple syrup in West Virginia?
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Which of the following fiddle tunes is NOT typically associated with West Virginia?
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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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