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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Southern Folk Pottery: The Wilson, Hewell, and Brown Potteries (through page 384).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what material were the Mountain City hotels constructed?
(a) Wood.
(b) Stone.
(c) Stucco.
(d) Brick.

2. Which of the following is not an improvement that Louis Brown notes his new kiln has?
(a) It's water-powered, which will be cheaper than wood fuel.
(b) Expansion bands.
(c) Firebrick lining.
(d) Increased insulation.

3. How old is Harley Penland?
(a) Sixty-two.
(b) Ninety.
(c) Eighty-three.
(d) Fifty.

4. Which season of the year is not good for making pottery?
(a) Fall.
(b) Spring.
(c) Winter.
(d) Summer.

5. For what were Sundays reserved during Carrie Stewart's childhood?
(a) Music lessons.
(b) Visiting her grandparents.
(c) Church and religion.
(d) Learning Latin and Greek.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following statements describes Irene Smith's skill with the pottery wheel?

2. How does Burlon Craig's wife help with the family pottery business?

3. In 1977, what property did the Foxfire organization purchase?

4. How many clays do the Wilsons use in their work?

5. What type of kiln did Louis Brown use when he started making pottery in the 1920's and 1930's?

(see the answer key)

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