How to use plant fibers to make twine and rope - Exam
  • 1. Which of these plant fibers is LEAST suitable for making strong rope?
A) Sisal
B) Cotton
C) Flax
D) Hemp
  • 2. What is the primary purpose of retting plant fibers?
A) To separate fibers from the plant stalk
B) To make the fibers stronger
C) To dye the fibers
D) To make the fibers waterproof
  • 3. What is the process of combing fibers called?
A) Scutching
B) Retting
C) Hackling
D) Spinning
  • 4. Which spinning direction creates 'S-twist' twine?
A) Upwards
B) Downwards
C) Counter-clockwise
D) Clockwise
  • 5. What is the main advantage of a 3-strand rope over a 2-strand rope?
A) Easier to make
B) Greater strength
C) Lighter weight
D) More flexible
  • 6. What does 'ply' refer to in rope making?
A) The color of the rope
B) The length of the rope
C) The number of strands twisted together
D) The thickness of the fibers
  • 7. Which knot is commonly used to join two ropes together?
A) Figure eight knot
B) Bowline
C) Square knot
D) Clove hitch
  • 8. Which knot is best for creating a loop that won't slip?
A) Square knot
B) Sheet bend
C) Bowline
D) Clove hitch
  • 9. What is the purpose of waxing twine?
A) To make it biodegradable
B) To dye it
C) To increase its strength and durability
D) To make it more flexible
  • 10. What is the meaning of 'lay' in rope terminology?
A) The weight the rope can hold
B) The direction and tightness of the twist
C) The material the rope is made from
D) The knot tied at the end of the rope
  • 11. What is a common method for drying retted fibers?
A) Boiling them in water
B) Freezing them
C) Burying them in the ground
D) Spreading them out in the sun
  • 12. Which tool is most helpful for splitting plant stalks?
A) Spinning wheel
B) Knife
C) Comb
D) Needle
  • 13. What is 'scutching'?
A) Dyeing the fibers
B) Soaking the fibers in water
C) Removing woody parts from the fibers
D) Spinning the fibers into yarn
  • 14. Why is it important to remove debris from plant fibers before spinning?
A) To make the twine biodegradable
B) To make the twine more colorful
C) To create a stronger and smoother twine
D) To reduce the weight of the twine
  • 15. What does 'cordage' generally refer to?
A) Only natural fibers
B) Twine, rope, and other similar products
C) Only synthetic fibers
D) Only very thick ropes
  • 16. What is the first step to take when harvesting plant fibers?
A) Begin splitting the stalks.
B) Begin spinning the fibers
C) Identify the correct plant.
D) Begin retting the fibers.
  • 17. What is the best time of year to harvest most plant fibers?
A) Any time is fine
B) Winter
C) Late Summer or Fall
D) Spring
  • 18. Which of the following affects the strength of a rope?
A) Color and length
B) Number of strands and softness
C) Knot type and age
D) Fiber type, lay, and diameter
  • 19. A 'hawser' is best described as which of the following?
A) A thick rope used for mooring ships.
B) Thin rope used for rock climbing.
C) Thin string for sewing.
D) Any length of cord.
  • 20. What is 'bark stripping'?
A) Dyeing bark for decoration
B) Burning bark for ash
C) Soaking bark in water
D) Removing bark to access inner fibers
  • 21. How does twisting fibers create stronger cordage?
A) It adds more fibers
B) It interlocks the fibers, distributing force
C) It dyes the fibers
D) It makes the fibers longer
  • 22. What is a benefit of using natural fibers over synthetics?
A) Biodegradability
B) Higher strength
C) Lower cost
D) Resistance to UV light
  • 23. What is a 'fid'?
A) A type of dye
B) A tool used to separate strands in rope
C) A type of fiber
D) A type of knot
  • 24. Why might you use a weight when making twine?
A) To add more fibers
B) To maintain tension and prevent unraveling
C) To make the twine more colorful
D) To speed up the spinning process
  • 25. What is the purpose of whipping the ends of a rope?
A) To make the rope more flexible
B) To make the rope stronger
C) To prevent the rope from fraying
D) To add weight to the rope
  • 26. Which of the following conditions can negatively affect plant fibers before or during processing?
A) Direct sunlight
B) Excessive moisture
C) Low humidity
D) Gentle breezes
  • 27. What is 'water retting'?
A) Drying the plant stalks in the sun
B) Burning the plant stalks for ash
C) Combing the plant stalks to remove debris
D) Soaking the plant stalks in water to loosen the fibers
  • 28. Which plant fiber is known for its resistance to saltwater?
A) Manila hemp
B) Jute
C) Cotton
D) Flax
  • 29. What is 'Z-twist' twine?
A) Twine that is very strong
B) Twine twisted in a counter-clockwise direction
C) Twine that is easy to untangle
D) Twine made from zebra grass
  • 30. What is the approximate breaking strength of a well-made natural fiber rope compared to a similar sized synthetic rope?
A) Generally lower
B) About the same
C) Depends on the color
D) Generally higher
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