Name the states with the following nicknames: a. The Beaver state b. The Show Me state c. The Palmetto state

Oregon earned its "Beaver State" nickname from the immense importance of the fur trade in its early history. During the 19th century, beaver pelts were a highly valuable commodity, driving exploration and economic activity in the region. The animal's legacy is so integral to the state's identity that it was named the official state animal and is even featured on the reverse side of the Oregon flag, making it the only two-sided state flag in the nation.

Missouri's famous "Show Me State" moniker reflects a cultural reputation for commonsense skepticism. The most popular origin story attributes the phrase to Congressman Willard Duncan Vandiver. In an 1899 (Review) speech, he stated that "frothy eloquence neither convinces nor satisfies me. I'm from Missouri. You have got to show me." The phrase captured the idea that Missourians are practical people who value proof and action over empty words and grand promises.

The "Palmetto State" title for South Carolina is a direct tribute to the state tree's heroic role in the Revolutionary War. In 1776, colonists defended a fort on Sullivan's Island from British warships by constructing walls from palmetto logs. The soft, spongy wood absorbed the cannonballs rather than shattering, leading to a crucial American victory. This act of resilience cemented the palmetto tree as a powerful state symbol, and it is now the central feature of the South Carolina flag.