What is South Carolina’s nickname?

Here is the question :

WHAT IS SOUTH CAROLINA’S NICKNAME?

Here is the option for the question :

• The Old South State
• The Tar Heel State
• The Dixie State
• The Palmetto State

The Answer:

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Explanation:

[STC0013052]. The palmetto was officially designated as the state tree of South Carolina in March 1939, earning the state its nickname as the “Palmetto State.” The state flag and seal both feature trees as well. The palmetto silhouette was added in 1861 to honor Colonel William Moultrie, who led the successful defense of a palmetto-log fort against a British naval attack during the Revolutionary War.