How to use sinew, fibers, or gut for string and bowstrings - Quiz
  • 1. Which animal sinew is generally considered the strongest for bowstrings?
A) Rabbit
B) Bird
C) Deer
D) Squirrel
  • 2. What process is crucial for making sinew pliable and workable?
A) Freezing
B) Burning
C) Boiling
D) Pounding
  • 3. Which of these is NOT a common material to combine with sinew for string making?
A) Animal hair
B) Plant fibers
C) Gut
D) Metal wire
  • 4. What is the purpose of 'backing' a bow with sinew?
A) To make it float
B) To make it more decorative
C) To increase draw weight and power
D) To reduce weight
  • 5. When preparing sinew, what part is typically removed first?
A) The tendons
B) The bone
C) The membrane
D) The muscle
  • 6. What is the most common method of attaching sinew to a bow for backing?
A) Glue and wrapping
B) Screws
C) Sewing
D) Welding
  • 7. Which plant fiber is known for its strength and use in string making?
A) Cotton
B) Orchid
C) Hemp
D) Rose
  • 8. What type of gut is most often used for instrument strings?
A) Chicken
B) Cow
C) Sheep
D) Pig
  • 9. What does 'pre-stretching' a string do?
A) Makes it more brittle
B) Makes it heavier
C) Reduces string creep
D) Changes the color
  • 10. Which knot is commonly used to tie off a bowstring?
A) Square knot
B) Overhand knot
C) Granny knot
D) Bowline knot
  • 11. What is 'serving' on a bowstring?
A) Wrapping the center section for protection
B) Painting the string
C) Adding feathers to the string
D) Dipping the string in wax
  • 12. What is a common adhesive used with sinew?
A) Hide glue
B) Epoxy
C) Hot glue
D) Super glue
  • 13. What is 'air drying' important for when processing sinew?
A) Changes the color
B) Makes it stretchier
C) Prevents rot and bacteria growth
D) Makes it softer
  • 14. What is the benefit of waxing a finished bowstring?
A) Makes it more brittle
B) Protects it from moisture
C) Makes it lighter
D) Makes it louder
  • 15. Which fiber is known for its resistance to salt water?
A) Wool
B) Silk
C) Flax
D) Cotton
  • 16. What should be the first step in harvesting sinew?
A) Cooking the animal
B) Washing the animal
C) Cutting off the legs
D) Skinning the animal
  • 17. How is gut typically cleaned?
A) By scraping the inner and outer layers
B) By freezing it
C) By burning it
D) By boiling it
  • 18. Which of these factors will NOT influence the strength of a bowstring?
A) Quality of materials
B) Number of strands
C) Color
D) Material
  • 19. What is a 'flemish twist' in bowstring making?
A) A type of knot
B) A method of splicing the string ends
C) A type of glue
D) A decorative pattern
  • 20. How does humidity affect sinew strings?
A) Improves their color
B) Makes them lighter
C) Can cause stretching or shrinking
D) Makes them stronger
  • 21. What safety precaution should be observed when working with sharp tools and organic materials?
A) Maintain focus and control
B) Use dull tools
C) Work in a dimly lit area
D) Rush the process
  • 22. When storing unused sinew, what condition is most ideal?
A) Soaked in water
B) Dry and cool
C) Exposed to sunlight
D) Warm and humid
  • 23. Why is it important to distribute tension evenly when constructing a string?
A) To change the color
B) To make it easier to break
C) To make it lighter
D) To prevent weak spots
  • 24. What is a benefit of using natural materials over synthetics?
A) Lighter weight
B) Complete resistance to weathering
C) Renewability
D) Greater tensile strength
  • 25. Which of the following processes is best for preserving plant fibers before use?
A) Boiling
B) Drying
C) Fermenting
D) Freezing
  • 26. What does 'tiller' refer to in bow making?
A) The handle grip
B) The shape and balance of the limbs
C) The arrow rest
D) The type of string
  • 27. Why is it necessary to frequently check the bowstring for wear and tear?
A) To increase draw weight
B) To prevent breakage and injury
C) To improve its color
D) To make it louder
  • 28. What is 'binding' when referring to making cordage from natural fibers?
A) Wrapping fibers to secure them
B) Using glue to hold fibers
C) Melting fibers together
D) Using staples to join fibers
  • 29. When splicing strands together, what is crucial to achieving a strong connection?
A) Using very short strand ends
B) Overlapping the strands significantly
C) Using the same color strands
D) Applying excessive glue
  • 30. What type of environment is detrimental to storing gut strings?
A) Darkness
B) Cool temperatures
C) Low light
D) High humidity
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