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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Eliot Wigginton's job at the time that he helped to start Foxfire?
(a) High School Teacher.
(b) Reporter.
(c) Preacher.
(d) Carnival Worker.

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

3. Hickory was a very desirable wood but what was a drawback of this wood?
(a) It attracked termites.
(b) It would bow badly in humid weather.
(c) It splintered out easily.
(d) It was hard to work.

4. What is NOT needed for hewing?
(a) Broadaxe.
(b) Pole axe.
(c) Foot adze.
(d) Mallet.

5. What does Aunt Arie say she will do with the eyes?
(a) Throw them away.
(b) Grind them up in the sausage.
(c) Put them in a soup.
(d) Use them to make jelly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of meat does Aunt Arie say she doesn't want?

2. What does Mrs. Watts say she and her brothers received one Christmas from Santa Clause?

3. What does Aunt Arie say she is going to make?

4. What are the students responsible for getting when Foxfire is first started?

5. What might happen if there wasn't a proper footing on the chimney?

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