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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Quilting - The Joy of My Life.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why have reviewers stopped reviewing the new books in the Foxfire series?
(a) They think the series is too old-fashioned.
(b) They can find little new to say about the series.
(c) They hate the series.
(d) They think the series has received too much publicity.

2. For what potentially fatal disease did Dr. Brabson develop a cure?
(a) Diptheria.
(b) Milk sickness.
(c) Measles.
(d) Pneumonia.

3. What kind of quilt did Edith Cannon's mother make all six of her daughters?
(a) A Dresden plate quilt.
(b) An Irish chain quilt.
(c) A drunkard's path quilt.
(d) A Dutch doll quilt.

4. What were the fascinators sold in general stores?
(a) Crocheted, triangular shawls to cover the head & shoulders.
(b) Candy made from dried apples and honey.
(c) Wooden toys for babies.
(d) Handheld mirrors.

5. What award was won by the first book Foxfire Press published?
(a) A Pulitzer Prize.
(b) A Christopher award.
(c) A Caldecott Medal.
(d) A Nebula.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which traditional quilt pattern was composed entirely of hexagons?

2. In making a traditional fan quilt, what was considered a sign of a sloppy quilter?

3. What was the name of the general store the Moore family established?

4. What business did Earl Gillespie operate in addition to a general store?

5. What oral history play was published by Foxfire Press?

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