- 1. Appalachian studies is an interdisciplinary field that explores the history, culture, environment, and people of the Appalachian region in the United States. Scholars and researchers in this field examine various aspects of Appalachian life, including the rich traditions of storytelling and music, the challenges of economic development and environmental conservation, and the enduring stereotypes and misconceptions about the region. Through their work, Appalachian studies scholars aim to celebrate the diversity and resilience of the Appalachian people while also advocating for social and economic justice in the region.
Which mountain range runs through the Appalachian region?
A) Appalachian Mountains
B) Sierra Nevada
C) Cascade Range
D) Rocky Mountains
- 2. Which state is home to the highest peak in the Appalachian Mountains?
A) Tennessee
B) North Carolina
C) West Virginia
D) Georgia
- 3. What is the traditional style of music that originated in the Appalachian region?
A) Bluegrass
B) Salsa
C) Hip-hop
D) Jazz
- 4. What is the traditional form of folk art in the Appalachian region?
A) Sculpting
B) Quilting
C) Graffiti
D) Digital art
- 5. Which president established the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the Appalachian region?
A) Thomas Jefferson
B) Abraham Lincoln
C) Franklin D. Roosevelt
D) George Washington
- 6. What is the official state fruit of West Virginia, a state within the Appalachian region?
A) Orange
B) Golden Delicious Apple
C) Strawberry
D) Banana
- 7. What is the term used to refer to the distinctive dialect spoken in the Appalachian region?
A) Scouse
B) Appalachian English
C) Australian English
D) Cockney
- 8. Which river runs through the central Appalachian region?
A) Colorado River
B) Columbia River
C) Ohio River
D) Mississippi River
- 9. What beverage is known for its strong cultural and historical association with the Appalachian region?
A) Moonshine
B) Tequila
C) Vodka
D) Rum
- 10. Which of the following is a traditional Appalachian dish made with cornmeal?
A) Pizza
B) Sushi
C) Pancakes
D) Cornbread
- 11. What is the name of the famous long-distance hiking trail that runs through the Appalachian Mountains?
A) Appalachian Trail
B) Pacific Crest Trail
C) Caminho de Santiago
D) Continental Divide Trail
- 12. What is the traditional folk dance style popular in the Appalachian region?
A) Flamenco
B) Hip-hop
C) Ballet
D) Clogging
- 13. What is the main agricultural product of the Appalachian region?
A) Rice
B) Wheat
C) Soybeans
D) Tobacco
- 14. What is the traditional building style of the Appalachian region using cut and stacked logs?
A) Igloo
B) Log cabin
C) Skyscraper
D) Teepee
- 15. What is the main economic activity in many parts of the Appalachian region?
A) Tourism
B) Fishing
C) Technology
D) Coal mining
- 16. Which president established the Appalachian Regional Commission in 1965?
A) Lyndon B. Johnson
B) Ronald Reagan
C) Richard Nixon
D) John F. Kennedy
- 17. Which of the following is not a common food in Appalachian cuisine?
A) Sushi
B) Cornbread
C) Apple butter
D) Fried chicken
- 18. Which famous author wrote the novel 'Cold Mountain', set in the Appalachian region?
A) Stephen King
B) J.K. Rowling
C) Charles Frazier
D) Toni Morrison
- 19. Which state is known as the 'Mountain State' and is part of the Appalachian region?
A) West Virginia
B) Texas
C) Florida
D) California
- 20. What major environmental issue has impacted parts of the Appalachian region due to mining practices?
A) Earthquakes
B) Desertification
C) Wildfires
D) Mountaintop removal
- 21. What is the traditional name for moonshine, a type of homemade whiskey common in the Appalachian region?
A) Blue spark
B) Red thunder
C) White lightning
D) Green tornado
- 22. What is the traditional method of preserving food in the Appalachian region, involving salting and drying meat?
A) Jerky
B) Freezing
C) Canning
D) Pickling
- 23. What is the term used for the practice of moving livestock to higher elevations in the summer for grazing, common in the Appalachian region?
A) Rodeo
B) Pastoralism
C) Transhumance
D) Droving
- 24. What is the traditional form of medicine found in the Appalachian region, using plants and natural remedies?
A) Voodoo
B) Acupuncture
C) Folk medicine
D) Homeopathy
- 25. Which town in the Appalachian region is known for hosting the annual Hillbilly Days festival?
A) Pikeville
B) Gatlinburg
C) Roanoke
D) Asheville
- 26. Which famous Hollywood film set in the Appalachian region features the characters Delmar, Pete, and Everett on a journey to find hidden treasure?
A) Pirates of the Caribbean
B) The Lord of the Rings
C) O Brother, Where Art Thou?
D) Finding Nemo
- 27. What is the capital city of West Virginia, an Appalachian state?
A) Columbus
B) Nashville
C) Charleston
D) Richmond
- 28. What traditional instrument is commonly used in Appalachian folk music?
A) Drums
B) Electric guitar
C) Banjo
D) Accordion
- 29. Who is known as the 'Father of Bluegrass' music and is credited with developing the genre?
A) Michael Jackson
B) Elvis Presley
C) Bill Monroe
D) Frank Sinatra
- 30. Which Native American tribe has historical ties to the Appalachian region?
A) Cherokee
B) Iroquois
C) Apache
D) Sioux
- 31. What is the name of the famed festival held annually in the Appalachian town of Bristol, known for its influence on country music?
A) Lollapalooza
B) Woodstock
C) Coachella
D) Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion
- 32. What is pimento cheese, a Southern and Appalachian staple dish, made from?
A) Brie cheese and olives
B) Mozzarella cheese and tomatoes
C) Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and pimentos
D) Blue cheese and peppers
- 33. Who is the acclaimed Appalachian novelist known for works such as 'The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek'?
A) Agatha Christie
B) Stephen King
C) Kim Michele Richardson
D) J.R.R. Tolkien
- 34. Which state hosts the annual National Storytelling Festival, a prominent cultural event in the Appalachian region?
A) California
B) Tennessee
C) New York
D) Texas
- 35. What is the primary building material used in traditional Appalachian log cabin construction?
A) Logs
B) Concrete
C) Metal
D) Bricks
- 36. What is the traditional form of religious music that has roots in the Appalachian region?
A) Opera
B) Shape-note singing
C) Reggae
D) Rap music
- 37. What is the highest peak in the Appalachian Mountains?
A) Mount Mansfield
B) Mount Mitchell
C) Clingmans Dome
D) Mount Washington
- 38. Which city in Tennessee is considered the heart of Appalachia?
A) Memphis
B) Knoxville
C) Nashville
D) Chattanooga
- 39. Who composed the famous song 'Country Roads', which references the Appalachian region?
A) Hank Williams
B) John Denver
C) Elvis Presley
D) Dolly Parton
- 40. What is the term for a small rural community typically found in the Appalachian region?
A) Hollow
B) Metropolis
C) City
D) Suburb
- 41. What is the term for a person who studies or engages with the culture, history, and people of the Appalachian region?
A) Islander
B) Desert-dweller
C) Urbanite
D) Appalachianist
- 42. Which of the following animals is often associated with the Appalachian region and is featured in its folklore?
A) Polar Bear
B) Black Bear
C) Kangaroo
D) Panda
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