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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Recipes for Hog".

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why does the author, Paul Gillespie, say he is apprehensive about meeting Aunt Arie for the first time?
(a) He believed she would not welcome him.
(b) He had heard she was very ill.
(c) He knew she was crazy.
(d) He didn't know what to expect.

3. What is said to be just as important as the tools?
(a) Food and shelter.
(b) Hope and Love.
(c) The knowledge to use them.
(d) The ability to pass this information down to future generations.

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

5. What does Aunt Arie say she would put in if she had plenty of money?
(a) A sink.
(b) A new roof.
(c) A toilet.
(d) A new hog pen.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was hog killing generally done?

2. What does Foxfire first start out as?

3. What is the first recipe given in Mountain Recipes?

4. What was made from the white oak splits that were made during the article 'White Oak Splits?'

5. How is Daniel Manous described in the first line of the chapter titled 'Daniel Manous?'

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