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In which state is the author exploring the country fairs in the article?
Iowa
What is the state these fairs are taking place in famous for?
Corn
When did farmers use to have fairs in mid-1800s?
After the harvest in late summer or early fall
Where is the author heading after visiting the Jefferson County fair? What will he be able to see there?
The craft exhibition / Woodcarvings
How many times have the Jefferson County fair been held up to now?
120 times
How much heavier was the first-place pumpkin compared to the second-place one?
Half a pound
Name three things farmers could do at fairs in the mid-1800s!
Discussing farming techniques, sharing new ideas, and participating in agricultural competitions.
What kind of things can you find at the Jefferson County fair?
Rides, livestock, games, and fried food
What is the main purpose of fairs today?
To share agricultural ideas and for entertainment.
What is the most-anticipated event at today's Jefferson County fair? What do the participants do?
The pumpkin competition / They compete against each other to have the biggest pumpkin.
How many fairs is the author going to go to? What is one famous attraction one of these fairs has to offer?
Many / Frog races
When did these fairs begin to include farmers' families? What activities did they start to introduce to entertain children?
Mid-1800s, perhaps not long after the tradition began / Face-painting and games
When does the 120th Annual Jefferson Country Fair take place this year?
July 18th to August 3rd
Name five kinds of deep-fried food you can find at a country fair!
French fries, corn dog, deep-fried bananas, cheese, candy bars, and deep-fried sticks of butter.
What traditional aspects of country fairs can you find at the Jefferson County fair?
A corn-eating competition, pig races, concerts, and a petting zoo.