How to use animal bones and sinews for tool-making
  • 1. What is the first step in preparing animal bones for tool-making?
A) Cleaning and removing remaining flesh
B) Painting the bones
C) Soaking the bones in oil
D) Boiling the bones
  • 2. Which type of bone is best suited for making sharp points, like awls?
A) Rib bones
B) Splintered long bones
C) Vertebrae
D) Skull bones
  • 3. What is sinew primarily used for in tool-making?
A) Creating dyes
B) Sharpening blades
C) Binding and sewing
D) Making glue
  • 4. What part of the animal provides the strongest sinew?
A) Tail
B) Stomach
C) Neck
D) Back and legs
  • 5. How is sinew typically prepared before use?
A) Cooked and mashed
B) Covered in salt
C) Dried and separated into fibers
D) Frozen and then thawed
  • 6. What tool is commonly used to shape bone?
A) Stone axe or knife
B) Saw
C) Drill
D) Hammer
  • 7. What is 'antler' composed of?
A) Keratin
B) Ivory
C) Cartilage
D) Bone
  • 8. Which part of the animal is best for making beads?
A) Skull
B) Large leg bones
C) Ribs
D) Small bones like vertebrae
  • 9. What is a benefit of using bone tools over stone tools?
A) More durable in some applications
B) Heavier weight
C) Sharper edge
D) Easier to find
  • 10. Why is it important to dry bone properly before using it?
A) Prevents cracking and warping
B) Removes all nutrients
C) Adds flexibility
D) Makes it easier to carve
  • 11. What is the best way to store prepared sinew?
A) Buried in the ground
B) Exposed to sunlight
C) Dry and protected from moisture
D) Soaked in oil
  • 12. What is a common use for bone needles?
A) Making fire
B) Drilling holes
C) Sewing hides and fabrics
D) Scraping hides
  • 13. How can bone be hardened?
A) Freezing
B) Soaking in honey
C) Burying in ashes
D) Boiling in water
  • 14. What is a 'pressure flaker' used for when working with bone?
A) Softening bone
B) Polishing bone
C) Breaking large bones
D) Precisely shaping and sharpening
  • 15. What can be used to polish bone tools?
A) Abrasive stone or leather
B) Fire
C) Sandpaper
D) Acid
  • 16. What type of joint is typically used when connecting bone pieces?
A) Glued joint
B) Riveted joint
C) Welded joint
D) Mortise and tenon joint
  • 17. What is a potential hazard when working with dry bone?
A) Poisonous fumes
B) Explosions
C) Attracting animals
D) Sharp splinters
  • 18. What is a bodkin used for?
A) Threading sinew through material
B) Hardening bone
C) Cutting bone
D) Polishing bone
  • 19. Which animal part is sometimes used to make glue?
A) Blood
B) Bone and connective tissues
C) Hair
D) Fat
  • 20. What is the purpose of 'scoring' a bone before breaking it?
A) To soften the bone
B) To remove marrow
C) To control the break point
D) To add decoration
  • 21. What can be used to waterproof sinew?
A) Vinegar
B) Water
C) Beeswax
D) Salt
  • 22. What is the function of a bone scraper?
A) Polishing wood
B) Sharpening tools
C) Breaking bones
D) Cleaning hides
  • 23. Which property of sinew makes it suitable for bowstrings?
A) High tensile strength
B) Light weight
C) Flexibility
D) Absorbency
  • 24. What tool is used to drill small holes in bone?
A) Chisel
B) Awl or drill
C) Hammer
D) Axe
  • 25. What safety precaution should be taken when boiling bones?
A) Use a lid
B) Ensure proper ventilation
C) Wear gloves
D) Add salt
  • 26. Which bone provides the best material for making a fish hook?
A) Leg bone
B) Toe bone
C) Rib bone
D) Skull
  • 27. What does 'seasoning' bone refer to?
A) Allowing it to dry properly
B) Hardening it with fire
C) Polishing it
D) Adding flavor to it
  • 28. How is sinew attached to a tool?
A) Wrapped tightly and glued
B) Screwed
C) Stapled
D) Nailed
  • 29. What is bone marrow traditionally used for?
A) Nutrient source
B) Lubricant
C) Paint
D) Glue
  • 30. Why is it important to respect the animal when harvesting bone and sinew?
A) Ethical and spiritual reasons
B) To ensure good luck
C) To attract more animals
D) To prevent disease
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