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