A sphincter asks what?

I was reading this post on Janet's site the other day about the fact that when most think of New Jersey, it's along the lines of The Sopranos, Bruce Springsteen or Bon Jovi. Though I happen to be a fan of all three, I can somewhat understand how outsiders seem to develop these preconceived notions about places they've never been.

Growing up in Hawaii was perfect for that, and you'd be surprised how many strange questions people asked, like whether or not people lived in real houses or grass huts (I shit you not). I think the one that that supercedes all is something I also mentioned in my comment on Janet's site:

When I was in college, a girl actually asked me, "Are there any Americans in Hawaii?"

I knew she really meant white people, though it's not much "better" when it comes to stupid things to ask, especially considering who she was talking to. I wanted to snipe back, "X, you ignorant slut, it's a frickin' STATE, so yes, there are Americans there." However, social protocol and manners dictated otherwise and I answered "yes."

Are there any myths, urban legends or preconceived notions about where you live?