How to weave baskets from reeds, grasses, or bark
  • 1. What is the first step in basket weaving?
A) Starting the base knot
B) Gathering and preparing materials
C) Applying a sealant
D) Choosing a handle style
  • 2. What is 'soaking' plant fibers for?
A) To remove insects
B) To sterilize them
C) To make them pliable and prevent cracking
D) To dye them different colors
  • 3. Which of these is NOT a common basket weaving material?
A) Willow
B) Pine needles
C) Cotton fabric
D) Reed
  • 4. What is a 'stake' in basket weaving?
A) A type of knot
B) A vertical piece forming the basket's sides
C) The tool used to split reeds
D) A sealant applied to the finished basket
  • 5. What is 'twining' in basket weaving?
A) A method of preparing reeds
B) A weaving technique using two or more weavers
C) A decorative border pattern
D) A type of handle attachment
  • 6. Which weaving technique creates a spiral pattern?
A) Plaiting
B) Twilling
C) Waling
D) Coiling
  • 7. What is a 'weaver' in basket weaving?
A) The tool used to tighten the weave
B) The person making the basket
C) The material woven around the stakes
D) The basket's rim
  • 8. What is the purpose of a 'bodkin' or 'packing tool'?
A) To tighten the weave
B) To dye the materials
C) To shape the basket's handle
D) To split the reeds
  • 9. What is 'waling'?
A) A strong weave using three or more weavers
B) A type of handle attachment
C) A method for drying reeds
D) The process of smoothing the basket's surface
  • 10. How do you finish the rim of a basket?
A) By gluing on a pre-made rim
B) By applying a sealant
C) By folding and tucking the stakes
D) By leaving the stakes exposed
  • 11. Why is it important to maintain consistent tension while weaving?
A) To speed up the weaving process
B) To make the basket easier to decorate
C) To create a uniform and strong basket
D) To avoid using too much material
  • 12. What is 'plaiting'?
A) A technique for creating a rounded base
B) A method of attaching a lid
C) A type of reed preparation
D) Braiding strands together to form a flat weave
  • 13. What type of bark is commonly used for basket weaving?
A) Birch bark
B) Eucalyptus bark
C) Oak bark
D) Pine bark
  • 14. What is the purpose of 'upsetting' the stakes?
A) To attach them to the base
B) To soak them thoroughly
C) To split them evenly
D) To bend them upwards from the base
  • 15. What is 'twilling'?
A) A way to strengthen the base
B) A type of rim finish
C) A method of cleaning reeds
D) A diagonal weaving pattern
  • 16. Which plant is known for its strong and flexible weaving material?
A) Willow
B) Daisy
C) Rose
D) Tulip
  • 17. What can be used to protect a basket from moisture?
A) Lemon juice
B) A sealant or varnish
C) Baking soda
D) Flour
  • 18. What should you do if a weaver breaks during the weaving process?
A) Use glue to attach the ends
B) Overlap the new weaver with the old one
C) Tie the broken ends together
D) Start the basket over
  • 19. What is the purpose of a 'slath'?
A) A tool for measuring reeds
B) The initial crossing of stakes at the base
C) A solution for cleaning baskets
D) A type of decorative knot
  • 20. How do you create a square or rectangular basket?
A) By weaving in a spiral pattern
B) By only using specific types of reeds
C) By using a special type of sealant
D) By using a square or rectangular base and shaping the stakes
  • 21. Which of the following is a safety precaution to consider?
A) Using dull tools for easier cutting
B) Ignoring splinters
C) Using gloves to protect hands
D) Weaving in dimly lit areas
  • 22. What is 'randing'?
A) A method for creating handles
B) A type of decorative finish
C) A simple over-under weaving technique
D) A way to prepare bark for weaving
  • 23. What impact does the tightness of the weave have on the basket?
A) Impacts strength and water resistance
B) Impacts the color of the basket
C) Impacts how quickly the basket is made
D) Impacts the types of material used
  • 24. What is one way to add color to a woven basket?
A) Burying it in the ground
B) Using natural dyes
C) Painting with oil paints
D) Using bleach
  • 25. What should you do to store reeds you aren't using?
A) Store them in a sealed plastic bag
B) Leave them out in the sun to dry completely
C) Freeze them
D) Keep them damp to prevent cracking
  • 26. What is a benefit of using natural materials?
A) They are always the cheapest option
B) They are always perfectly uniform
C) They are sustainable and biodegradable
D) They are immune to damage
  • 27. What type of knife is useful for preparing basketry materials?
A) A sharp utility knife
B) A plastic knife
C) A serrated bread knife
D) A butter knife
  • 28. What does 'sizing' refer to in basketry?
A) A type of glue
B) A type of weave
C) The process of making a basket smaller
D) The process of cutting materials to the correct length
  • 29. What can be added to the base of the basket to improve its shape and stability?
A) Sand
B) Fertilizer
C) A wooden base or cardboard insert
D) More water
  • 30. How does humidity affect basket weaving materials?
A) Humidity has no effect on basket weaving materials
B) High humidity makes materials more pliable
C) High humidity makes materials brittle
D) It makes the materials darker
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