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Master of The wild and quirky world of US state mottos
schopenhauer Texas keeps things incredibly simple with a one-word motto that explains its name.
schopenhauer West Virginia's motto celebrates the state's rugged terrain and its split from Virginia.
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License plate battles: In 1977, the US Supreme Court ruled that New Hampshire citizens could legally cover 'Live Free or Die' on their license plates if it violated their beliefs.
A short sentence or phrase chosen to encapsulate the beliefs or ideals of an individual, family, or institution. Michigan adopted its famous peninsula motto in 1835 amid a bitter border dispute with Ohio.
West Virginia adopted its free-spirited motto in 1863 during which major historical conflict?
Which Revolutionary War general wrote the words that became New Hampshire's motto?
In what year did the US Supreme Court rule on covering up New Hampshire's license plate motto?
From which Native American language does the word 'Texas' (meaning friends) originate?
Which English politician wrote the phrase used as the Massachusetts state motto in 1659?
Which ancient Roman philosopher's writings inspired Missouri's motto about the welfare of the people?