How to weave symbolic designs into baskets and clothing
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of weaving symbolic designs?
A) To make the item more durable
B) To increase the price of the item
C) To add random decorations
D) To communicate stories or beliefs
  • 2. Which material is commonly used for basket weaving?
A) Steel
B) Concrete
C) Plastic
D) Willow
  • 3. What is a common dye source for natural fibers?
A) Berries
B) Paint thinner
C) Bleach
D) Gasoline
  • 4. What is a warp in weaving?
A) A type of knot
B) The stationary threads
C) The needle used for weaving
D) The threads that are woven over and under
  • 5. What is a weft in weaving?
A) A type of loom
B) The threads woven over and under
C) The stationary threads
D) A finishing technique
  • 6. What does the symbol of a circle often represent?
A) Anger
B) Confusion
C) Eternity or wholeness
D) Poverty
  • 7. What does the symbol of a triangle often represent?
A) Weakness
B) Strength or stability
C) Indecision
D) Chaos
  • 8. What might parallel lines symbolize?
A) Conflict
B) Isolation
C) Disorder
D) Balance or harmony
  • 9. Which weaving technique creates a raised pattern?
A) Twill weave
B) Basket weave
C) Embroidery
D) Plain weave
  • 10. What is a loom used for?
A) Holding warp threads in place
B) Cutting fabric
C) Spinning yarn
D) Dyeing fibers
  • 11. Why is planning important before weaving a design?
A) To waste time
B) To avoid mistakes and ensure accuracy
C) Because it’s required by law
D) To make the process more boring
  • 12. What should you consider when choosing colors for your design?
A) The symbolic meaning of the colors
B) Only using one color
C) The cost of the dyes
D) Ignoring color theory
  • 13. Which fiber is commonly used for clothing?
A) Plastic
B) Cotton
C) Reed
D) Wire
  • 14. What is the purpose of selvedge edges?
A) To attract dust
B) To prevent fraying
C) To add weight
D) To make the fabric shiny
  • 15. What is twining?
A) A type of sewing
B) A type of knot
C) A basketry technique
D) A type of dye
  • 16. What does the symbol of a spiral often represent?
A) Stagnation
B) Death
C) Growth or evolution
D) Darkness
  • 17. Which of the following is a common basket weaving pattern?
A) Turbulent
B) Checkerboard
C) Pyramid
D) Circular
  • 18. What is the best way to store finished woven items?
A) In a dry, dark place
B) In a damp basement
C) Covered in oil
D) In direct sunlight
  • 19. What should you do if a thread breaks during weaving?
A) Rip out the entire piece
B) Glue the ends together
C) Ignore it and continue weaving
D) Tie the ends together securely
  • 20. What is the importance of tension in weaving?
A) To make the process harder
B) To create a uniform and strong fabric
C) Tension is not important
D) To make the fabric weak and uneven
  • 21. What is carding?
A) A type of weaving technique
B) Dyeing fabric
C) Cutting fabric
D) Preparing fibers for spinning
  • 22. Which of these is a natural fiber?
A) Nylon
B) Acrylic
C) Polyester
D) Linen
  • 23. What is plaiting?
A) A type of knot
B) Dyeing techniques
C) Needlework
D) Braiding fibers together
  • 24. What tool is often used to pack weft threads tightly?
A) Needle
B) Beater
C) Screwdriver
D) Scissors
  • 25. Which of these is a safety precaution when using dyes?
A) Wear gloves
B) Drink the dye
C) Pour dye down the drain
D) Mix chemicals haphazardly
  • 26. What is the purpose of a heddle bar?
A) To hold the loom together
B) To dye the weft
C) To separate warp threads
D) To cut the warp
  • 27. What is tapestry weaving?
A) Creating pictorial designs
B) Weaving very quickly
C) Weaving with metal
D) Weaving without a loom
  • 28. Which type of knot is commonly used to start a basket base?
A) Hangman's knot
B) Bowline knot
C) Pretzel knot
D) Fisherman's knot
  • 29. What does asymmetry in a design convey?
A) Boredom
B) Perfection
C) Stability
D) Movement or change
  • 30. How do you finish the edge of a woven piece of clothing?
A) Gluing the edges
B) Cutting it raw
C) Burning the edges
D) Hemming
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