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    Genealogy

    Genealogy

    Genealogy

    The further from centre, the more strongly this hobby leans that way. Your quiz answers are scored against exactly these fifteen.

    • RestfulPhysical
    • IndoorsOutdoors
    • SolitarySocial
    • PracticalCreative
    • InstinctiveTechnical
    • Hands-offHands-on
    • RelaxedCompetitive
    • CautiousDaring
    • Quick winsPatient
    • PrivatePerformer
    • MinimalistCollector
    • Just do itStudious
    • Low-kitGear-heavy
    • AnalogDigital
    • ObjectsLiving things

    Working backwards through birth, marriage, death and census records to build a family tree, verifying each link as you go.

    Science & Curiositypattern-basedquietdone alonesedentarybeginner-friendlywants a few hours
    This weekendTime to first win
    A few hoursA session
    Mostly indoorsWhere

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    15 quests
    ASetting up2 things to sort, in any order
    • Make a free FamilySearch account
    • Write down what your family already knows first
    BThen the quests
    • Write down everything your family already knows
    • Interview your oldest relatives
    • Start a family tree online
    12 more, revealed as you go
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