Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival in Pineville, KY

Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival in Pineville, KY

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6th - 8th Grade

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The Mountain Laurel Festival in Pineville, Kentucky, celebrates the state's heritage with a parade themed 'Windows of Kentucky,' highlighting people, events, and industries. The festival honors Dr. Thomas Walker, a pioneer explorer, and the Mountain Laurel flower. Key events include the Coronation Pageant at Laurel Cove Amphitheater, with participation from Kentucky's Governor. Queen candidates are selected from Kentucky's colleges, with the new Queen receiving a crown of Mountain Laurel.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the theme of the parade at the Mountain Laurel Festival?

Cumberland Mountains

Bluegrass State

Windows of Kentucky

Pioneer Explorers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was honored when the Mountain Laurel Festival was first inaugurated?

Daniel Boone

Dr. Thomas Walker

Mary Ann Stice

Sue Carolyn Lynch

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does the Coronation Pageant take place during the festival?

Kentucky State Capitol

Pineville Town Hall

Cumberland Mountains

Laurel Cove Amphitheater

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who participates in the Coronation Pageant ceremonies?

Kentucky's Governor and Mrs. Weatherby

Dr. Thomas Walker

Mary Ann Stice

Daniel Boone

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From where are the candidates for the festival's Queen selected?

Local high schools

Neighboring states

International beauty pageants

Kentucky's colleges and universities