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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Southern Folk Pottery: An Appriciation - The Meaders Pottery.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not something the Mountain City community told Foxfire it wants for their town?
(a) New town water & sewer systems.
(b) More jobs & recreational opportunities.
(c) Lower taxes.
(d) A cleaner town.

2. When did the Meaders family start their pottery operations in White County?
(a) 1920.
(b) 1950.
(c) The mid 1800's.
(d) 1890.

3. What kinds of dances were held at the Mountain City hotels in the 1930's?
(a) Waltzes.
(b) Square dances.
(c) Ballet dances.
(d) Ballroom dances.

4. How old is Carrie Stewart?
(a) One hundred and three.
(b) Eighty-six.
(c) One hundred.
(d) Ninety-two.

5. What powered the tool that Cheever Meaders used to break apart his lumps of clay and mix them into a smooth, even consistency?
(a) A fan.
(b) An electric motor.
(c) A horse.
(d) A mule.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what material were the Mountain City hotels constructed?

2. What was the title of the book published by Foxfire Press during the period covered by the grant?

3. How did Arie Meaders' family cure thrush when she was a child?

4. Which of Arie Meaders' children is the only one who was interested in pottery?

5. Which season of the year is not good for making pottery?

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