West Virginia History and Geography

In this episode, Jake shares five fun facts about West Virginia, including its original name, geographical quirks, and historical details about its governors and capital city. He also reveals the existence of a secret nuclear bunker built during the Cold War. The video concludes with a bonus fact about railroad regulations in the state.

What is the population of West Virginia?

• 3.2 million

• 2.5 million

• 1.7 million

• 4.0 million

What was the original proposed name for West Virginia?

• Appalachia

• Western Virginia

• Kenawa

• New Virginia

Why does West Virginia have a thin northern panhandle?

• Due to a natural river boundary

• Because of a land dispute with Ohio

• Virginia's settlers claimed land north along the Ohio River

• It was a gift from Pennsylvania

Who was both the youngest and oldest governor of West Virginia?

• Earl Ray Tomblin

• Cecil Underwood

• Arch A. Moore Jr.

• Joe Manchin

At what age was Cecil Underwood first elected as governor?

• 30

• 34

• 40

• 45

Which city was the original capital of West Virginia?

• Charleston

• Martinsburg

• Clarksburg

• Wheeling

In what year did the capital of West Virginia permanently move to Charleston?

• 1870

• 1875

• 1885

• 1890

Where was the secret nuclear bunker for Congress located?

• Greenbrier Resort

• Martinsburg

• Wheeling

• Charleston

When was the secret nuclear bunker decommissioned?

• 1990

• 1985

• 1995

• 1992

What is required when a railroad passes within one mile of a residential area with 100 or more people?

• A noise barrier

• A signal crossing

• A station must be built

• A speed limit reduction