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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Chimney Building".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are Aunt Arie's stories said to be "spiced" with?
(a) Lies.
(b) Exagerations.
(c) Quaint Euphemisms.
(d) Local gossip.

2. What would happen if the wood used in tight-fitting tools and other objects wasn't seasoned?
(a) The wood would shrink and pull away as it dried.
(b) The wood would draw insects to the fresh sap.
(c) The wood would begin to rot.
(d) The wood would warp and bend as it dried.

3. Why is it suggested that the foundation be at least 18" high?
(a) No one is sure.
(b) To prevent small animals from entering the house.
(c) To be well above the water satuation point.
(d) Termites won't go any higher than 18"

4. What does Bill Lamb say a out the first chimney he ever built?
(a) It took a year to build.
(b) A tornado took it a week after it was built.
(c) It'd smoke apossum out'a th' house.
(d) It lasted one winter and fell appart.

5. Which of these methods was not a way to cure wood?
(a) Use Dry Kiln.
(b) Salt the Ends.
(c) Boil.
(d) Stack the Lumber Crosswise.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Watts say her brothers used pine to build?

2. Which of the following national groups have supported Foxfire?

3. Hickory was a very desirable wood but what was a drawback of this wood?

4. In the beginning of 'Wood,' what does the author say is the most vital factor in determining the way of life of a self-sufficient people in a particular area?

5. What has caused the loss of the fine art of building a genuine log cabin?

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