How to craft drums from animal hides and hollow logs - Exam
  • 1. What is the primary function of the animal hide in a drum?
A) Structural support
B) Vibration and sound production
C) Waterproofing
D) Decoration
  • 2. Which type of wood is generally NOT suitable for drum making?
A) Fruitwoods like cherry
B) Tropical woods like mahogany
C) Softwoods like pine
D) Hardwoods like oak
  • 3. What is 'seasoning' wood?
A) Adding flavor to the wood
B) Applying a finish
C) Soaking the wood in water
D) Drying wood to reduce moisture
  • 4. Which tool is essential for hollowing out a log for a drum?
A) Screwdriver
B) Adze
C) Pencil
D) Hammer
  • 5. What is the purpose of thinning the hide before mounting?
A) To improve its appearance
B) To make it easier to stretch
C) To achieve a more resonant tone
D) To make it more durable
  • 6. What is rawhide?
A) Untanned animal hide
B) Artificial leather
C) Processed hide used for glue
D) Tanned leather
  • 7. What is the 'wet-stretching' method?
A) Using weights to stretch the hide
B) Stretching the hide after it dries
C) Stretching the hide while it's wet
D) Applying heat to stretch the hide
  • 8. What is lacing used for?
A) Decorating the drum
B) Securing the hide to the drum body
C) Reinforcing the drum body
D) Waterproofing the drum
  • 9. Which material is commonly used for lacing?
A) Plastic rope
B) Cotton string
C) Leather strips
D) Metal wire
  • 10. What does 'tuning' a drum refer to?
A) Applying a sealant
B) Adding decorative elements
C) Adjusting the tension of the hide
D) Polishing the drum's surface
  • 11. How does tension affect the pitch of a drum?
A) Higher tension, lower pitch
B) Tension doesn't affect pitch
C) Higher tension, higher pitch
D) Tension affects only the volume
  • 12. What is a 'flesh hoop'?
A) A decorative ring on the drum.
B) A tool for scraping the hide.
C) A hoop used to secure the hide on frame drums.
D) A hoop made of animal flesh.
  • 13. Why is it important to remove the hair from the hide?
A) To make the hide easier to stretch
B) To prevent rot and improve sound
C) To prevent the hide from shrinking
D) For aesthetic reasons only
  • 14. What is a common method for removing hair from a hide?
A) Burning it off
B) Soaking in lime water
C) Using sandpaper
D) Applying acid
  • 15. What does 'hide thickness' influence?
A) The drum's weight only
B) The drum's ease of play
C) The drum's tone and durability
D) The drum's appearance only
  • 16. What is a 'counter hoop' used for?
A) To amplify the drum's sound.
B) To apply even pressure across the hide.
C) To decorate the drum's base.
D) To protect the drum from damage.
  • 17. Which knot is commonly used in drum lacing for its adjustability?
A) Taut-line hitch
B) Granny knot
C) Overhand knot
D) Square knot
  • 18. What type of finish is best for a drum shell?
A) Any glossy finish
B) Water-based paint
C) Oil-based finish
D) Acrylic paint
  • 19. What is the purpose of beeswax in drum making?
A) Adding color to the hide
B) Sealing and protecting the wood
C) Making the drum louder
D) Softening the hide
  • 20. Which animal hide is known for its durability?
A) Cow hide
B) Goat hide
C) Deer hide
D) Rabbit hide
  • 21. What is a 'beater' or 'mallet' used for?
A) Striking the drum
B) Decorating the drum
C) Polishing the drum
D) Tuning the drum
  • 22. What is the effect of a thicker drum shell?
A) No effect on tone
B) Deeper, more resonant tone
C) Higher, brighter tone
D) Weaker tone
  • 23. What is the purpose of adding small objects inside the drum shell?
A) To increase the drum's volume
B) To create a rattling sound
C) To add weight to the drum
D) To dampen the drum's sound
  • 24. Which of these is NOT a consideration when selecting a log for a drum?
A) The diameter of the log
B) The absence of knots
C) The color of the bark
D) The straightness of the grain
  • 25. What is the purpose of 'soaking' the hide?
A) To soften and hydrate it
B) To add color to it
C) To make it waterproof
D) To make it stiffer
  • 26. What does 'hide glue' do?
A) Poisons the drum
B) Adheres different parts of the drum together.
C) Lubricates parts of the drum.
D) Polishes the drum.
  • 27. Which of the following increases the life of your hide?
A) Keeping it dry when not in use.
B) Leaving it out in the sun.
C) Applying bleach.
D) Soaking it often.
  • 28. What is parchment?
A) A type of drum.
B) A type of wood.
C) A thin, treated animal skin.
D) A type of glue.
  • 29. What is hide thickness measured in?
A) Inches.
B) Grams.
C) Ounces or millimeters.
D) Pounds.
  • 30. What should you consider when selecting the location of the opening for the drum?
A) The color of the wood at that location.
B) The desired sound projection.
C) The availability of tools.
D) The ease of carving.
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