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