WV Quiz

Miners have given this nickname to a dangerous geologic formation that increases the risk of roof falls in underground coal mines.

1. Apple peeler
2. Hotcake griddle
3. Kettle bottom
4. Teapot spout

Who was president of UMWA District 17 at the time of the 1921 Miners' March on Logan?

1. Bill Blizzard
2. Frank Keeney
3. Fred Mooney
4. John L. Lewis

The first coal in the New River Coalfield was shipped from this town.

1. Mt. Hope
2. Prince
3. Quinnimont
4. Thurmond

Which of the following doctors is NOT known for publicizing the dangers of black lung disease in coal mining?

1. Donald L. Rasmussen
2. Harriet B. Jones
3. Hawey Wells
4. I. E. Buff

Which mine disaster led to passage of the federal Coal Mine Health and Safety Act?

1. Benwood
2. Eccles
3. Farmington
4. Monongah

The peak year for 20th century coal production in West Virginia occurred during which decade?

1. 1920s
2. 1940s
3. 1970s
4. 1990s

Prior to the 1930s, what percentage of miners in southern West Virginia lived in towns owned by coal companies?

1. 60%
2. 70%
3. 80%
4. 90%

In this 1968 mine disaster, six miners survived for 10 days despite being trapped deep in the mine.

1. Blacksville
2. Farmington
3. Holden
4. Hominy Falls

What John Sayles film depicts a deadly event from the West Virginia mine wars?

1. Blair Mountain
2. Matewan
3. Stanaford
4. The Hatflelds and McCoys