GH West Virginia State Symbols and Emblems 3

Question 1

Which song holds the distinction of being West Virginia's FIRST official state song?

Accepted Answer

The West Virginia Hills

Answer

'The West Virginia Hills,' written by Ellen King and H. E. Engle, was the first song officially designated as a West Virginia state song.

Question 2

What color is the border on the West Virginia state flag?

Accepted Answer

Blue

Answer

The West Virginia state flag features the state coat of arms centered on a white field, surrounded by a blue border.

Question 3

What two figures are depicted on the West Virginia coat of arms?

Accepted Answer

A farmer and a miner

Answer

The West Virginia coat of arms features a farmer on the left and a miner on the right, representing the state's agricultural and coal mining heritage.

Question 4

In which West Virginia county was the Golden Delicious apple first discovered around the year 1900?

Accepted Answer

Clay County

Answer

The Golden Delicious apple was discovered growing on a farm in Clay County, West Virginia, by Anderson Mullins around the year 1900.

Question 5

How many official state songs does West Virginia currently have?

Accepted Answer

Three

Answer

West Virginia has three official state songs: 'The West Virginia Hills,' 'This Is My West Virginia,' and 'Take Me Home, Country Roads.'

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GH West Virginia State Symbols and Emblems 3