VFK Johnny Appleseed Mini Quest 2012

September 26, 2012
 September 27, 2012	
==Description==
Today is Johnny Appleseed Day! On this day, we commemorate the birth in 1774 of one of America's most well known legendary figures! This humble man, who became a legend in his own time, planted apple tree orchards as he wandered barefooted through the wilderness of Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. For this quest, let's look at the interesting legacy, of Johnny Appleseed!<BR><BR>
 
Your reward for completing this quest will be 1,000 credits, and a Johnny Appleseed Apple Hat!<BR><BR><BR>
===Prizes===
===Questions===
1. Johnny Appleseed was an American pioneer and nurseryman, who due to his popularity grew to be a legend during his lifetime. He was well known for his generous nature and eccentric ways. For 50 years, he planted and grew apple trees. What was Johnny Appleseed's real name?
* James Nathan
* Jonathon Anderson
* John Chapman
* Johnny Appleseed was his real name<BR><BR>
2. Johnny Appleseed had to carry the apple seeds with him through the wilderness. He used different methods to carry the seeds. Sometimes he had a pack horse and other times he just carried the seeds himself. He was reported once to have been seen in a boat made from two canoes lashed together to carry his seeds as he travelled on a river. Go to the Outside of Mr. Ned's Stable in Western Age, and say: "I heard there was a good horse here!"<BR><BR>
3. The date of Johnny Appleseed Day falls on two days of the year. The first day is based on the supposed day of his death on March 11th. There is some confusion over this date. The second date of September 26th is based on his date of birth, and is considered by most to be the more official day. What city boasts an annual Johnny Appleseed Festival?
* Apple Creek, OH
* Leominster, MA
* Fort Wayne, IN
* All of the above cities have a festival<BR><BR>
4. The Johnny Appleseed Festivals are held in many towns and cities, to celebrate the pioneer spirit of John Chapman. They usually have historical demonstrations, foods, and crafts. Go to the Undersea Window in Australia and say: "Apple trees are wonderful!"<BR><BR>
===Answers===
1. John Chapman
2. Go to the Livery Stable in Western Age, and say: "I heard there was a good horse here!"
3. All of the above cities have a festival
4. Go to the Underwater Observatory in Australia and say: "Apple trees are wonderful!"
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