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