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How to make moccasins or sandals from animal hide
Contributed by: Kay
  • 1. What is the first step in preparing animal hide for moccasins?
A) Cutting the pattern
B) Soaking the hide
C) Applying sealant
D) Sewing the pieces together
  • 2. Which of these is a common tool used for softening hides?
A) Scissors
B) Fleshing beam
C) Paintbrush
D) Sewing needle
  • 3. What is the purpose of tanning the hide?
A) To make the hide more colorful
B) To make the hide heavier
C) To preserve the hide and prevent rotting
D) To make the hide waterproof
  • 4. What type of stitch is commonly used for hand-sewing moccasins?
A) Running stitch
B) Zigzag stitch
C) Back stitch
D) Blind stitch
  • 5. What natural material is often used for tanning hides?
A) Clay
B) Grass
C) Sand
D) Tree bark
  • 6. What is 'brain tanning'?
A) Using animal brains to tan the hide
B) Using plant extracts to tan the hide
C) Tanning hide while thinking hard
D) Smoking the hide
  • 7. What is a 'last' used for in shoemaking?
A) A type of stitch
B) A tool for cutting the hide
C) A type of tanning solution
D) A foot-shaped form for shaping the moccasin
  • 8. How is the sole usually attached to the upper part of a moccasin?
A) Nailing
B) Sewing
C) Gluing
D) Welding
  • 9. What is a common type of hide used for moccasins?
A) Deerskin
B) Sharkskin
C) Lizard skin
D) Elephant hide
  • 10. Why is it important to soften the hide after tanning?
A) To make it heavier
B) To make it more durable
C) To make it pliable and comfortable
D) To make it more waterproof
  • 11. What tool is used to punch holes in the hide for sewing?
A) Wrench
B) Hammer
C) Awl
D) Screwdriver
  • 12. What is 'smoking' a hide for?
A) To make it smell nice
B) Insect resistance and waterproofing
C) To make it darker
D) To make it easier to sew
  • 13. Which part of the animal hide is the most durable?
A) The neck
B) The back
C) The belly
D) The legs
  • 14. What is a common decorative element used on moccasins?
A) Beads
B) Nails
C) Paint
D) Staples
  • 15. What type of knot is useful for securing the thread during sewing?
A) Slip knot
B) Granny knot
C) Square knot
D) Bowline knot
  • 16. What does 'casing' the hide refer to?
A) Stretching the hide on a frame
B) Adding chemicals to the hide
C) Cutting the hide into pieces
D) Allowing the hide to relax and regain moisture
  • 17. Why is it important to dry the hide slowly?
A) To make it lighter
B) To make it more waterproof
C) To make it easier to sew
D) To prevent cracking and hardening
  • 18. Which of the following is NOT used for tanning?
A) Oak bark
B) Salt
C) Sumac
D) Brain matter
  • 19. What is the benefit of a higher cut moccasin?
A) Provides more ankle support
B) More breathable
C) Uses less material
D) Easier to put on
  • 20. What is the 'flesh side' of the hide?
A) The side that is always darker
B) The side that was next to the animal's body
C) The side that had the fur
D) The tanned side
  • 21. What is the main benefit of using sinew for sewing?
A) It's very colorful
B) It's very cheap
C) It's very easy to find
D) It's very strong and durable
  • 22. What is the purpose of adding a tongue to a moccasin?
A) To protect the instep of the foot
B) To add decoration
C) To make it easier to put on
D) To make the moccasin more waterproof
  • 23. What's a simple sandal design usually made from?
A) A woven hide boot
B) A closed-toe shoe
C) A sole with straps
D) Multiple layers of thick hide
  • 24. Which of these is a traditional sealant?
A) Motor Oil
B) Bleach
C) Vinegar
D) Beeswax
  • 25. What is the purpose of adding a fringe to a moccasin?
A) To make it more durable
B) Decoration and drainage
C) To make it more comfortable
D) To provide insulation
  • 26. What is 'staking' a hide?
A) Attaching the hide to a frame
B) Soaking the hide in water
C) Smoking the hide over a fire
D) Stretching and softening the hide repeatedly
  • 27. What is a common pattern used when cutting hide?
A) U-shape
B) Square
C) Rectangle
D) Triangle
  • 28. Why is it important to remove all the hair from the hide?
A) To make the hide waterproof
B) To allow the tanning agents to penetrate properly
C) To make the hide heavier
D) To make the hide softer
  • 29. What is a good way to store hides before tanning?
A) Buried in the ground
B) In a wet container
C) In a freezer
D) Salted and dried
  • 30. What is the purpose of the 'grain' side of the hide?
A) The side that gets tanned
B) The outer surface of the hide
C) The inner surface of the hide
D) The side that gets sewn
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