Free GH West Virginia History Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the significance of June 20, 1863, in West Virginia history?

Accepted Answer

The date West Virginia became a state

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The date West Virginia was discovered

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The date the state constitution was ratified

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The date the state flag was adopted

Question 2

Which Native American tribe was the primary inhabitant of West Virginia before European settlement?

Accepted Answer

Shawnee

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Cherokee

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Sioux

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Iroquois

Question 3

What was the main reason for West Virginia's separation from Virginia during the Civil War?

Accepted Answer

Differing views on slavery and secession

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Differences in climate

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Economic disagreements

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Religious differences

Question 4

Which river forms the western border of West Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Ohio River

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Potomac River

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Kanawha River

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Monongahela River

Question 5

Who was the first governor of West Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Arthur I. Boreman

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Henry D. Hatfield

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Francis H. Pierpont

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John J. Jacob