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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Southern Folk Pottery: Burlon and Irene Craig - Norman and Irene Smith.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What change does Eliot Wigginton say in the book's introduction is about to be made to the highway in Mountain City?
(a) The route will be altered to bypass the town.
(b) The numerous potholes in it will finally be repaired.
(c) It will add another exit and entrance ramp.
(d) It will be widened from two lanes to four.

2. What kind of communities does Eliot Wigginton like?
(a) Large cities.
(b) Communes.
(c) Small towns.
(d) Suburbs of large cities.

3. What originally powered Norman Smith's mill?
(a) Norman.
(b) A horse.
(c) Water.
(d) An electric motor.

4. Of what does the water powered mill Burlon Craig uses to break down bottles to get pulverized glass for his glazes consist?
(a) A wooden box with a metal bar on one end.
(b) A metal box with a hammer on one end.
(c) A large saw blade and a small metal box.
(d) A large wooden pole and a wooden box.

5. What does Burlon Craig use in his glazes to keep them from running?
(a) Iron.
(b) Vinegar.
(c) Oak ashes or, on occasion, flint.
(d) Lye.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Edwin Meaders use to fuel his kiln?

2. What did the Tutt family grow on their farm?

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

4. What now runs the Smith pug mill?

5. For what were Sundays reserved during Carrie Stewart's childhood?

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