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Where was West Virginia's capital originally located?
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How many members can serve in the House of Delegates at one time?
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Where was the state's original penitentiary (state prison) located?
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Who is the state's chief elections officer?
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Jacob Edgar Boyers was the first person to serve in this office.
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Which governor, a former physician, first prompted West Virginia to provide compensation for workers injured on the job?
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In every county, who is the chief law enforcement official?
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Which one of the following does NOT serve on the state Board of Public Works?
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In what county is the State Police Academy located?
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What current state agency is responsible for collecting, preserving, and disseminating our state's history?
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