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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What did the sign read when the students reached Lon Reid's property?
(a) No trespassing.
(b) No revenuers.
(c) Beware of Dogs.
(d) Beware of Bees.

3. Where is Aunt Arie's husband at the time the story is written?
(a) No one is sure.
(b) Sick in bed.
(c) Dead.
(d) Off working.

4. What was the Black Gum NOT used for?
(a) Wagon Wheels.
(b) Bee gums.
(c) Toothbrushes.
(d) Guitars.

5. What does Mrs. Harriet Echols say was done to clean a rope bed?
(a) The rope was replaced every two to five years.
(b) They never needed cleaning.
(c) The rope was boiled every spring.
(d) There was new material laid over the rope frame when needed.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what area do the people interviewed for Foxfire live?

2. 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?

3. Who are the students NOT told to interview for Foxfire?

4. What do the students say that quilting patterns are like?

5. At the end of the interview what does the student say men like Lon live oblivious to?

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