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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. What problem arose due to the books in the Foxfire series presenting a range of topics in each volume?
(a) There were not enough interviewees for each volume.
(b) No single topic could be treated in depth.
(c) Too many photographs and drawings were needed.
(d) The number of interviews overwhelmed the staff.

2. What information did quilters traditionally embroider on their quilt squares when making a friendship quilt?
(a) The name and birthdate of the recipient of the quilt.
(b) Their name and perhaps the date.
(c) The name of the recipient of the quilt.
(d) Good wishes for the recipient of the quilt.

3. What did Edith Cannon's mother use as a backing for her quilts?
(a) Cotton sheets.
(b) Old denim overalls.
(c) Wool.
(d) Feed sacks dyed with Rit dye.

4. What happened to Dr. Brabson's feet after long medical trips in cold weather?
(a) They froze to his to stirrups.
(b) They developed a rash.
(c) They became swollen and sore.
(d) They developed blisters.

5. What oral history play was published by Foxfire Press?
(a) Cabbagetown, Three Women.
(b) Mountaineers Majestic.
(c) The Story of David.
(d) Georgia's Finest Family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who wrote the Introduction to Foxfire 9?

2. When was the fishtail pattern quilt donated to Foxfire by Aunt Arie Carpenter made?

3. Which of the following is not a form of payment that Henry Youngblood accepted for his herbal doctoring?

4. What remedy was used in the mountains for stings?

5. How did Flora's family get their clothing?

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