South Carolina History & Facts
Soda City
This boiled snack, sometimes called "the caviar of the South" is found in roadside stands, restaurants, and home kitchens. It is so popular that it was declared the the official snack of South Carolina.
Boiled Peanuts
This book takes place in 1930's Alabama, and follows young tomboy "Scout." She grapples with racism in her town when her lawyer father defends an African American man in court.
To Kill A Mockingbird
Although it has a North Carolina address, a major NC attraction that opened in 1973 at a cost of $70 million is actually along the North Carolina-South Carolina state line with a portion of the attraction in Fort Mill, SC. What is this attraction?
Carowinds
The state tree of SC. It was chosen to commemorate a fort made from this type of tree on Sullivan's Island during the Revolutionary War.
Palmetto Tree
What is the primary ingredient in grits?
Dried and ground corn.
This fried Southern Food features a savory unripe fruit. Is also the title of a movie starring Kathy Bates, about a group of Southern women who lose a friend.
Fried Green Tomatoes
This fort was constructed out of Palmetto trees, and was the site of a Revolutionary war battle victory.
Which two U.S. states named their capital city for Christopher Columbus?
Ohio (Columbus)
South Carolina (Columbia)
This dish, often served at Thanksgiving, features a nut known for its unsaturated fat content. Its pronunciation is highly debated.
Pecan Pie
Which 1977 film, that was set on the road between Georgia and Texarkana, Texas, stars Burt Reynolds, Sally Field and a black 1977 Pontiac Trans Am?
Smokey and the Bandit
Known as the Golf Capitol of the World due to having many golf and mini courses, this popular SC beach is home to the scenic coastal strip known as the Grand Strand- 60 miles of uninterrupted beach, and the Skywheel Ferris Wheel.
Myrtle Beach
In 1948, this bird replaced the mockingbird to become the state bird of South Carolina.
The Carolina Wren
Iced tea's popularity surged in the U.S. during the 1920s and 1930s, due to this nationwide ban.
Prohibition
Which 1994 historical fiction movie starring Tom Hanks tells the story of an Alabama boy who became a soldier, a ping pong champion, a shrimper and a runner?
Forrest Gump
This Columbia SC institution, once the Columbia Mills Building, opened its doors in 1988 as a new attraction for children and adults alike to learn about science and history.
The SC State Museum
This hurricane, a Category 4 storm, hit South Carolina on September 21, 1989, causing damage to many homes and businesses.
Hurricane Hugo
What’s the difference between barbecuing and grilling?
Grilling involves high and direct heat, while barbeque is low heat applied over a longer period of time.
Which 1991 film, that is set in South Carolina, features a Washington, DC physician who wrecks his Porsche in a small town while on his way to his new job in Beverly Hills?
Doc Hollywood
Who composed the 1923 tune “The Charleston” whose rhythm became the foundation for the famous dance?
James P. Johnson