How to make moccasins or sandals from animal hide
  • 1. What is the first step in preparing animal hide for moccasins?
A) Applying sealant
B) Cutting the pattern
C) Sewing the pieces together
D) Soaking the hide
  • 2. Which of these is a common tool used for softening hides?
A) Scissors
B) Sewing needle
C) Paintbrush
D) Fleshing beam
  • 3. What is the purpose of tanning the hide?
A) To make the hide heavier
B) To make the hide waterproof
C) To make the hide more colorful
D) To preserve the hide and prevent rotting
  • 4. What type of stitch is commonly used for hand-sewing moccasins?
A) Zigzag stitch
B) Running stitch
C) Back stitch
D) Blind stitch
  • 5. What natural material is often used for tanning hides?
A) Clay
B) Tree bark
C) Sand
D) Grass
  • 6. What is 'brain tanning'?
A) Using animal brains to tan the hide
B) Tanning hide while thinking hard
C) Using plant extracts to tan the hide
D) Smoking the hide
  • 7. What is a 'last' used for in shoemaking?
A) A type of tanning solution
B) A foot-shaped form for shaping the moccasin
C) A tool for cutting the hide
D) A type of stitch
  • 8. How is the sole usually attached to the upper part of a moccasin?
A) Sewing
B) Nailing
C) Welding
D) Gluing
  • 9. What is a common type of hide used for moccasins?
A) Sharkskin
B) Lizard skin
C) Deerskin
D) Elephant hide
  • 10. Why is it important to soften the hide after tanning?
A) To make it more durable
B) To make it pliable and comfortable
C) To make it more waterproof
D) To make it heavier
  • 11. What tool is used to punch holes in the hide for sewing?
A) Wrench
B) Hammer
C) Awl
D) Screwdriver
  • 12. What is 'smoking' a hide for?
A) Insect resistance and waterproofing
B) To make it smell nice
C) To make it darker
D) To make it easier to sew
  • 13. Which part of the animal hide is the most durable?
A) The back
B) The legs
C) The neck
D) The belly
  • 14. What is a common decorative element used on moccasins?
A) Nails
B) Staples
C) Paint
D) Beads
  • 15. What type of knot is useful for securing the thread during sewing?
A) Granny knot
B) Bowline knot
C) Slip knot
D) Square knot
  • 16. What does 'casing' the hide refer to?
A) Stretching the hide on a frame
B) Adding chemicals to the hide
C) Allowing the hide to relax and regain moisture
D) Cutting the hide into pieces
  • 17. Why is it important to dry the hide slowly?
A) To make it more waterproof
B) To prevent cracking and hardening
C) To make it easier to sew
D) To make it lighter
  • 18. Which of the following is NOT used for tanning?
A) Salt
B) Brain matter
C) Sumac
D) Oak bark
  • 19. What is the benefit of a higher cut moccasin?
A) Uses less material
B) Provides more ankle support
C) More breathable
D) Easier to put on
  • 20. What is the 'flesh side' of the hide?
A) The tanned side
B) The side that was next to the animal's body
C) The side that had the fur
D) The side that is always darker
  • 21. What is the main benefit of using sinew for sewing?
A) It's very colorful
B) It's very easy to find
C) It's very strong and durable
D) It's very cheap
  • 22. What is the purpose of adding a tongue to a moccasin?
A) To protect the instep of the foot
B) To add decoration
C) To make it easier to put on
D) To make the moccasin more waterproof
  • 23. What's a simple sandal design usually made from?
A) A woven hide boot
B) A closed-toe shoe
C) A sole with straps
D) Multiple layers of thick hide
  • 24. Which of these is a traditional sealant?
A) Motor Oil
B) Bleach
C) Beeswax
D) Vinegar
  • 25. What is the purpose of adding a fringe to a moccasin?
A) To make it more comfortable
B) To provide insulation
C) To make it more durable
D) Decoration and drainage
  • 26. What is 'staking' a hide?
A) Stretching and softening the hide repeatedly
B) Attaching the hide to a frame
C) Soaking the hide in water
D) Smoking the hide over a fire
  • 27. What is a common pattern used when cutting hide?
A) Triangle
B) U-shape
C) Square
D) Rectangle
  • 28. Why is it important to remove all the hair from the hide?
A) To allow the tanning agents to penetrate properly
B) To make the hide waterproof
C) To make the hide softer
D) To make the hide heavier
  • 29. What is a good way to store hides before tanning?
A) In a freezer
B) Buried in the ground
C) Salted and dried
D) In a wet container
  • 30. What is the purpose of the 'grain' side of the hide?
A) The outer surface of the hide
B) The side that gets sewn
C) The inner surface of the hide
D) The side that gets tanned
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