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Kudzu Amber Baxter Ms. Mocsary English 101-16 3/21/12
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Kudzu
Amber BaxterMs. MocsaryEnglish 101-16
3/21/12
Kudzu in Crooked Letter, Crooked Letter
Kudzu was used in this story to illustrates how kudzu covers nearly
everything in the town.
Kudzu originated from Japan to prevent erosion during WWII
Where is Kudzu from?
Kudzu is usually found in the south. It was planted to prevent their soil
from vanishing.
Who did the work?
Hundreds of men were hired to plant kudzu through the Corps.
What is the problem?
Kudzu grows too well. They grow at least a foot per day in summer
months.
What are the benefits of kudzu?
•They are decorative
•Help prevent erosion
Other names for kudzu
•Mile a minute vine
•Foot-a-night vine
•The vine that ate the south
