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