How Well Do You Know South Carolina?
Think you know South Carolina? Test your knowledge on the rich history, unique geography, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture of the Palmetto State.
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- Which Native American tribes were historically present in South Carolina?Sioux, Cheyenne, Arapaho · Iroquois, Mohawk, Pequot · Navajo, Zuni, Apache · Cherokee, Creek, Santee
- What year did South Carolina become a U.S. state?1801 · 1792 · 1776 · 1788
- Which city has been the capital of South Carolina since 1786?Columbia · Greenville · Spartanburg · Charleston
- What body of water borders South Carolina to the east?Gulf of Mexico · Long Island Sound · Chesapeake Bay · Atlantic Ocean
- Which landmark is located in South Carolina and played a key role in the Civil War?Fort Moultrie · Middleton Place · Fort Sumter National Monument · Cowpens Battlefield
- What is the highest point in South Carolina?Sassafras Mountain · Blue Ridge Escarpment · Paris Mountain · Table Rock
- Which region of South Carolina covers about two-thirds of the state?Sandhills Region · Piedmont Zone · Blue Ridge Province · Atlantic Coastal Plain
- Which crop was a major part of South Carolina's economy during its early history?Corn · Tobacco · Rice · Wheat
- What year did South Carolina secede from the Union leading up to the Civil War?1865 · 1870 · 1860 · 1861
- Name a famous author hailing from South Carolina.Pat Conroy · Dorothea Benton Frank · Sue Monk Kidd · F. Scott Fitzgerald
- Which beach area in South Carolina is a major tourist destination?Hilton Head · Myrtle Beach · Edisto Island · Kiawah Island
- Since the mid-20th century, which industry has notably outpaced others in South Carolina?Tourism · Fur Trading · Manufacturing · Agriculture