NC State Symbols

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  1. 2. I was designated as the official state flower in 1941. My blossoms appear in early spring in white and pink shades. I am found on one of the most common trees in North Carolina. What am I?
  2. 5. I was designated as the official state tree in 1963. I am one of the most common trees found in North Carolina. I produce pine cones in the fall and supply North Carolina with many important wood products. What am I?
  3. 6. I was designated as the official state mammal in 1969. I have a fluffy, long tail, and clawed feet for climbing trees. You may see me scurrying from tree to tree hunting for acorns. What am I? (Hint: I have the word gray)
  4. 8. I was designated as the official state reptile in 1979. I have a hard outer shell with bright markings of orange and yellow. You may find me living in the moist area of woods or meadows. What am I? (Hint: I have words Eastern and box)
  5. 9. I was designated as the official state dog in 1989. I am a mountain breed known as a legendary hunter. I am raised and trained to be courageous and bold! You may find me chasing raccoons up trees. What am I? (hint: I have the word plott)
Down
  1. 1. I was designated as the official state insect in 1993. North Carolinians use me to make beeswax and honey. I am also recognized as the official state symbol in 17 other states! What am I?
  2. 3. I was designated as the official state rock in 1979. I am found all over North Carolina. You will often find me in a rock quarry where I am sold for building materials when super smooth surface are needed. What am I?
  3. 4. I was designated as the official state bird in 1943. You will often find me singing tunes in your backyards.If I am a male, I am a brightly colored red. Most bird fly south in the winter, but I never leave my home. What am I?
  4. 7. I was designated as the official state vegetable in 1995. North Carolina is the largest producer of my crop, and Native Americans started harvesting me in the 1400's What am I? (hint: i start with sweet)