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Which historical figure from South Carolina played a crucial role in the establishment of the United Nations?
A
Andrew Jackson
B
John C. Calhoun
C
Strom Thurmond
D
Benjamin Mays
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Which historical figure from South Carolina played a crucial role in the establishment of the United Nations?
Andrew Jackson
John C. Calhoun
Strom Thurmond
Benjamin Mays
What is the official state gemstone of South Carolina, known for its stunning blue color?
Amethyst
Garnet
Aquamarine
Sapphire
The Carolina Panthers, an NFL team, play their home games in which South Carolina city?
Columbia
Myrtle Beach
Charleston
Charlotte (North Carolina)
What is the official state fish of South Carolina, a popular catch in the state's rivers and lakes?
Striped Bass
Catfish
Trout
Red Drum
The Angel Oak Tree, a historic Southern live oak, is located near which South Carolina city?
Charleston
Columbia
Myrtle Beach
Greenville
South Carolina is known for its barbecue. What type of barbecue is predominant in the state?
Beef Brisket
Pulled Pork
Ribs
Chicken
What is the official state mammal of South Carolina, recognized for its role in the state's history?
White-tailed Deer
Black Bear
Gray Fox
Red Fox
Which river forms part of South Carolina's border with Georgia to the southwest?
Savannah River
Pee Dee River
Edisto River
Congaree River
Hilton Head Island is famous for its golf courses. What is the name of the prestigious annual golf tournament held in Augusta, Georgia, not far from Hilton Head?
U.S. Open
The Masters
Ryder Cup
PGA Championship
What is the official state reptile of South Carolina, a species often seen basking in the sun near water?
Box Turtle
Alligator
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
Green Anole
The Myrtle Beach area is known for its vibrant entertainment and sandy beaches. What is the state dance of South Carolina?
Shag
Charleston
Square Dance
Two-Step
What is the official state flower of South Carolina, celebrated for its fragrant blossoms?
Azalea
Camellia
Yellow Jessamine
Rose
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University have a longstanding rivalry in which college sport?
Football
Basketball
Baseball
Soccer
What is the official state tree of South Carolina, a symbol of resilience and hurricane resistance?
Oak
Pine
Cypress
Palmetto
The historic Fort Sumter, known for its role in the Civil War, is located in which South Carolina harbor?
Charleston Harbor
Myrtle Beach Harbor
Hilton Head Harbor
Beaufort Harbor
What is the official state bird of South Carolina, known for its melodious song?
Northern Mockingbird
Carolina Wren
Brown Thrasher
Eastern Bluebird
Charleston, one of South Carolina's major cities, is situated along which body of water?
Chesapeake Bay
Savannah River
Atlantic Ocean
Gulf of Mexico
South Carolina became a state in the Union in which year?
1663
1729
1788
1801
What is the official state nickname of South Carolina?
The Palmetto State
The Peach State
The Magnolia State
The Lowcountry State
Which island, accessible by ferry, is a popular tourist destination known for its lighthouses and beaches in South Carolina?
Kiawah Island
Pawleys Island
Daufuskie Island
Folly Island