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