Charleston, USA — Questions and answers

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What is Rainbow Row famous for in Charleston?

Choices

  1. Being a series of new, modern buildings.
  2. Being a series of vibrantly colored historic houses. ✓
  3. Being a place where horses eat grass.
  4. Being the tallest building in the city.

Answer: Being a series of vibrantly colored historic houses.

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What special craft with West African origins can you find at the Charleston City Market?

Choices

  1. Freshly made pralines
  2. Sweetgrass baskets ✓
  3. Horse-drawn carriages
  4. Modern paintings

Answer: Sweetgrass baskets

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What important event in American history happened at Fort Sumter?

Choices

  1. The signing of the Declaration of Independence.
  2. The first shots of the American Civil War rang out. ✓
  3. A big parade with fireworks.
  4. The building of the first lighthouse.

Answer: The first shots of the American Civil War rang out.

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What does the Pineapple Fountain at Waterfront Park symbolize in Charleston?

Choices

  1. Good luck
  2. Delicious fruit
  3. Welcome and hospitality ✓
  4. A new bridge

Answer: Welcome and hospitality

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Why is Charleston known as the 'Holy City'?

Choices

  1. Because it has many tall buildings.
  2. Because it has many trees.
  3. Due to its numerous churches and tolerance of different religions. ✓
  4. Because of its big market.

Answer: Due to its numerous churches and tolerance of different religions.

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What kind of music does a street performer play on King Street?

Choices

  1. Classical music
  2. Rock music
  3. Jazz music ✓
  4. Country music

Answer: Jazz music

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What are some of the ingredients used to make Charleston Red Rice?

Choices

  1. Chicken, carrots, and potatoes
  2. Tomatoes, bacon, and local shrimp ✓
  3. Apples, sugar, and flour
  4. Bread, cheese, and ham

Answer: Tomatoes, bacon, and local shrimp

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What sound can you hear when horse-drawn carriages explore Charleston's streets?

Choices

  1. The honking of cars
  2. The ringing of bells
  3. The clip-clop of hooves ✓
  4. The singing of birds

Answer: The clip-clop of hooves

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How are the rich traditions of the Gullah Geechee people kept alive?

Choices

  1. Through writing books and drawing pictures.
  2. Through storytelling and music. ✓
  3. Through cooking and gardening.
  4. Through building new houses.

Answer: Through storytelling and music.

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What kind of views can you see at the Charleston Battery when the sun sets?

Choices

  1. Boring views
  2. Only tall buildings
  3. Breathtaking sunset views ✓
  4. A dark, empty space

Answer: Breathtaking sunset views

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