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How to insulate shelters using animal hides or mud
Contributed by: Kay
  • 1. What is the primary function of insulation in a shelter?
A) To attract animals
B) To improve the shelter's appearance
C) To reduce heat transfer
D) To increase the shelter's size
  • 2. Which animal hide is generally considered best for insulation due to its thickness and fur?
A) Snake
B) Fox
C) Rabbit
D) Bear
  • 3. How does mud provide insulation?
A) By creating a barrier to airflow
B) By reflecting light
C) By attracting sunlight
D) By generating heat
  • 4. What is 'chinking' when referring to mud insulation?
A) A type of mud used for painting
B) A method of applying animal hides
C) Filling gaps between logs or stones with mud
D) The process of drying mud
  • 5. What is an important preparation step for using animal hides as insulation?
A) Burning the hide
B) Curing the hide
C) Washing the hide with soap
D) Painting the hide
  • 6. What does curing the hide do?
A) Prevents decomposition
B) Changes the color of the hide
C) Makes the hide stronger
D) Makes the hide softer
  • 7. What should be considered when applying mud to a shelter for insulation?
A) Keep it wet
B) Mix it with sand
C) Apply it in a single, thick layer
D) Allow it to dry completely
  • 8. Why is airflow important to consider with mud insulated shelters?
A) To strengthen the mud
B) To speed up the drying process
C) To increase the temperature
D) To prevent mold growth
  • 9. What is a potential drawback of using animal hides for insulation?
A) Being too heavy
B) Attracting pests
C) Being too easy to tear
D) Being too flammable
  • 10. How can you improve the insulation of a hide-covered shelter?
A) Painting the hides
B) Layering multiple hides
C) Making the hides thinner
D) Applying water to the hides
  • 11. What type of climate is mud insulation most effective in?
A) Humid climates
B) Dry climates
C) Tropical climates
D) Cold climates
  • 12. What should you do to maintain mud insulation?
A) Repair cracks regularly
B) Soak it with water
C) Burn it slightly
D) Cover it with plastic
  • 13. Why is important to remove as much flesh from hides?
A) Make the hide more pliable
B) Prevent Rotting
C) Lighter the hide
D) Prevent animals from eating it
  • 14. How do you ensure the mud is properly mixed?
A) Containing large rocks
B) Very Dry
C) Very Wet
D) Free from clumps and evenly distributed
  • 15. What is a wattle and daub system?
A) A framework of woven sticks covered with mud
B) A way of curing hides
C) A way of tanning hides
D) A modern technique to insulate shelters
  • 16. How to best apply animal hides?
A) Loosely Drapped
B) Left on the ground
C) Stacked in a pile
D) Securely fastened
  • 17. How does fur help trap heat?
A) By creating air pockets
B) By generating heat directly
C) By absorbing moisture
D) By reflecting sunlight onto the skin
  • 18. What can be added to mud to improve its strength and prevent cracking?
A) Sugar
B) Straw or Fiber
C) Sand alone
D) Oil
  • 19. What is a good way to protect mud insulation from rain?
A) An overhanging roof
B) Sprinkling sugar
C) Leave it exposed
D) Paint
  • 20. Is it important to choose mud with good clay content?
A) Yes
B) It only matters what color the mud is.
C) Only in humid climates
D) No
  • 21. What considerations should be made regarding local ethics?
A) Take as much as you want
B) Obtain permission for material usage
C) Build where ever you would like
D) Ignore locals when building
  • 22. Which tool is important for applying mud effectively?
A) Axe
B) Hammer
C) Saw
D) Trowel
  • 23. Which type of hide is most water repellent?
A) Pig
B) Deer
C) Cow
D) Waterfowl
  • 24. When should you apply the first layer of mud?
A) Prior to expected seasonal changes
B) After weather hits
C) During winter
D) During a heat wave
  • 25. What is an important step to ensure the health and safety of animals while sourcing hide materials?
A) Hunt endangered species
B) Ignore all animals
C) Hunt as many as possible
D) Ensure proper hunting methods
  • 26. How would you prevent a small animal from burrowing within the layers of the shelter?
A) Glue
B) Leaving the space empty.
C) Wire mesh or compacting the mud
D) Poison
  • 27. Is it okay to use human waste in mud?
A) Yes
B) No
C) It depends
D) Sometimes
  • 28. If the hide has holes in it, what should you do?
A) Hang it on a wall
B) Throw it away
C) Ignore it
D) Patch it
  • 29. What is the purpose of tanning a hide before use?
A) To make it more edible
B) To preserve it and make it pliable
C) To make it waterproof
D) To change its color
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