Question 1

Albemarle Sound

Accepted Answer

Largest coastal sound in North Carolina.

Question 2

Cape Hatteras

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Prominent cape on the Outer Banks.

Question 3

Appalachian Mountains

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Mountain range extending through western North Carolina.

Question 4

Roanoke Island

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Site of the first English settlement in North America.

Question 5

Great Dismal Swamp

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Large swamp on the North Carolina-Virginia border.

Question 6

Piedmont

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Region of rolling hills in central North Carolina.

Question 7

Cape Fear River

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Major river flowing through Wilmington.

Question 8

Outer Banks

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Barrier islands along the North Carolina coast.

Question 9

Blue Ridge Parkway

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Scenic highway through the Appalachian Mountains.

Question 10

Tar Heel State

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Nickname for North Carolina.

Question 11

Research Triangle Park

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High-tech research and development center.

Question 12

Wright Brothers

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Inventors of the first successful airplane, from North Carolina.

Question 13

Tobacco Road

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Colloquial name for the region known for tobacco production.

Question 14

Biltmore Estate

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Massive mansion in Asheville, built by George Vanderbilt.

Question 15

Appalachian Trail

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Long-distance hiking trail that passes through North Carolina.

Question 16

USS North Carolina

Accepted Answer

World War II battleship preserved as a museum.

Question 17

Blackbeard

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Infamous pirate who operated off the North Carolina coast.

Question 18

UNC-Chapel Hill

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Oldest public university in the United States.

Question 19

Duke University

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Prestigious private university in Durham.

Question 20

Moravian Cookies

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Traditional cookies from the Moravian community in Winston-Salem.

Question 21

NASCAR

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Popular motorsport organization with strong ties to North Carolina.

Question 22

Krispy Kreme

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Iconic doughnut chain founded in Winston-Salem.

Question 23

Cape Lookout

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Scenic barrier island and lighthouse on the Crystal Coast.

Question 24

USS North Carolina

Accepted Answer

World War II battleship preserved as a museum.

Question 25

Daniel Boone

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American pioneer and explorer from North Carolina.

Question 26

Yadkin Valley

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Wine region known for its vineyards and wineries.

Question 27

Research Triangle

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Area encompassing Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Question 28

Carowinds

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Amusement park located on the North Carolina-South Carolina border.

Question 29

Tryon Palace

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Historic colonial government building in New Bern.

Question 30

Black Mountains

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Highest mountains in the Eastern United States.

Question 31

Appalachian State University

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Public university in Boone.

Question 32

Brunswick Stew

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Traditional Southern stew, often associated with North Carolina.

Question 33

Carolina Panthers

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Professional football team based in Charlotte.

Question 34

Queen Anne's Revenge

Accepted Answer

Blackbeard's flagship, discovered off the North Carolina coast.

Question 35

Old Salem

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Restored Moravian settlement in Winston-Salem.

Question 36

Morehead City

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Coastal city known for its fishing and seafood industry.

Question 37

Cherokee

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Native American tribe with a significant presence in North Carolina.

Question 38

Cape Lookout National Seashore

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Protected coastal area known for its pristine beaches.

Question 39

Hatteras Island

Accepted Answer

Barrier island famous for its lighthouses and beach activities.

Question 40

Duke's Mayonnaise

Accepted Answer

Popular brand of mayonnaise originating in Greenville.

Question 41

Lumbee Tribe

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Largest Native American tribe in North Carolina.

Question 42

Chimney Rock State Park

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Scenic park with a famous rock formation near Asheville.

Question 43

Elizabeth City

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Historic town on the Pasquotank River, known as the "Harbor of Hospitality."

Question 44

Appalachian State Mountaineers

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Athletic teams representing Appalachian State University.

Question 45

Bank of America Stadium

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Home of the Carolina Panthers NFL team in Charlotte.

Question 46

Wrightsville Beach

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Coastal town known for its beautiful beach and vibrant atmosphere.

Question 47

Moravian Lovefeast

Accepted Answer

A traditional ceremony involving the sharing of food and drink.

Question 48

USS North Carolina

Accepted Answer

World War II battleship preserved as a museum.

Discovering North Carolina: Flashcards for Performance Assessment