"Smooth operator! The filament produced by this insect's larvae was so popular in ancient times that a road was named for it. It stretched from the eastern part of our continent to the western part and beyond (. . . the road, not the filament)."

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"Don't be scared . . . just be careful if you try one the famous esophagus-burning, sweat inducing fruits our country is known for (which may or may not be in this photo)."

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"Thirsty for clues? Around the world, people enjoy a very prized beverage that is prepared from a plant that must be grown in a specific part of our state. It's so special, that it's sometimes compared to an exclusive, bubbly, grape drink from France."

"Waiting for more clues to bloom? Then our city is the place for you, with its huge colorful chaotic flower market that's been in business for over 100 years. The city's easy to find -- just come to the eastern state with a western name, and look for our state's capital city along the east bank of the river. One more thing. . . be sure to watch for our city's current name. . . it changed earlier this century."

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