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