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How to make cordage from plant fibers
Contributed by: Roe
  • 1. What is the first step in making cordage from plant fibers?
A) Applying wax to the finished cord.
B) Adding water to the fibers.
C) Twisting the fibers together.
D) Gathering and preparing the fibers.
  • 2. Which of these is NOT a good quality for plant fibers used in cordage?
A) Strength
B) Length
C) Flexibility
D) Brittleness
  • 3. What is the primary reason for retting plant fibers?
A) To make the fibers more colorful.
B) To make the fibers waterproof.
C) To separate the fibers from the plant stalk.
D) To add a scent to the fibers.
  • 4. Which of these is a common method of retting?
A) Fire retting
B) Freezing
C) Air frying
D) Water retting
  • 5. What does 'spinning' refer to in cordage making?
A) Soaking the fibers in a special solution.
B) Twisting the fibers to create a continuous strand.
C) Dyeing the fibers a specific color.
D) Cutting the fibers to a specific length.
  • 6. What is the main purpose of plying multiple strands together?
A) To increase the strength and thickness of the cord.
B) To make the cord lighter.
C) To make the cord more flexible.
D) To change the color of the cord.
  • 7. What direction should the final plying be done in relation to the initial spinning?
A) Random direction
B) Opposite direction
C) Same direction
D) Upwards direction
  • 8. Which of the following knots is commonly used to finish off cordage?
A) Clove hitch
B) Figure eight knot
C) Bowline
D) Overhand knot
  • 9. What is a benefit of practicing reverse wrapping while creating cordage?
A) Makes the fibers stronger
B) Keeps tension even and prevents unraveling
C) Adds color to the cordage
D) Reduces friction
  • 10. What is the term for combing the fibers to align them?
A) Hackling
B) Plying
C) Spinning
D) Retting
  • 11. Which of these plants is NOT commonly used for cordage?
A) Nettle
B) Flax
C) Rose bush
D) Hemp
  • 12. Why is it important to remove the pith from some plant fibers?
A) The pith changes the color of the fibers.
B) The pith is weak and degrades easily.
C) The pith makes the fibers too heavy.
D) The pith is poisonous.
  • 13. What is the advantage of using a spindle for cordage making?
A) Allows for greater control and continuous spinning.
B) Increases the speed of retting.
C) Removes thorns from the plant.
D) Makes the fibers more waterproof.
  • 14. What is the benefit of waxing finished cordage?
A) Changes the color of the cordage.
B) Makes the cordage more flexible.
C) Increases water resistance and durability.
D) Makes the cordage lighter.
  • 15. What environmental condition is most likely to damage stored cordage?
A) Bright sunlight
B) Extreme cold
C) Humidity
D) High altitude
  • 16. Which of the following describes the 'Z-twist' in cordage?
A) The strands are tied in a knot.
B) The strands spiral upward to the left.
C) The strands spiral upward to the right.
D) The strands are braided together.
  • 17. What is 'bast fiber'?
A) Fiber collected from the fruit of a plant.
B) Fiber collected from the roots of a plant.
C) Fiber collected from the leaves of a plant.
D) Fiber collected from the inner bark of a plant.
  • 18. Why is it important to maintain consistent tension while spinning?
A) To make the cord lighter.
B) To make the process faster.
C) To change the color of the cord.
D) To create a uniform and strong cord.
  • 19. What is a 'sennit'?
A) A type of knot used in cordage.
B) A single strand of twisted fiber.
C) A braid or plait of three or more strands.
D) A tool used for retting.
  • 20. Which of the following is an advantage of using natural dyes on cordage?
A) Camouflage in certain environments.
B) Makes the cordage lighter.
C) Makes the cordage more resistant to fire.
D) Increased strength of the cordage.
  • 21. What type of fiber is jute?
A) Root fiber
B) Bast fiber
C) Leaf fiber
D) Seed fiber
  • 22. What is the purpose of de-cortication?
A) Twisting the fibers to create cordage
B) Adding water to soften the fibers
C) Removing the outer layer of a plant stalk
D) Dyeing the fibers
  • 23. What property of the plant fiber is most critical for making strong cordage?
A) Taste
B) Smell
C) Color
D) Tensile strength
  • 24. What is the effect of twisting fibers in the same direction when plying?
A) The cordage will change color.
B) The cordage will unravel easily.
C) The cordage will become stronger.
D) The cordage will become lighter.
  • 25. Which of the following is a common use for plant-based cordage?
A) Fishing nets
B) Computer cables
C) Electrical wiring
D) Car tires
  • 26. What does 'scutching' refer to?
A) Soaking fibers in water
B) Spinning fibers into cordage
C) Separating fibers from woody material using a scutching knife or machine
D) Dyeing fibers a specific color
  • 27. Why is it important to dry plant fibers thoroughly before spinning?
A) To make the fibers lighter.
B) To make the fibers more flexible.
C) To prevent mold and rot.
D) To make the fibers easier to dye.
  • 28. Which of these factors impacts the overall quality of the final cordage?
A) Environmental conditions where cordage is stored
B) All of these factors
C) Spinning and Plying Techniques
D) Selection and Preparation of fibers
  • 29. What benefit does adding a resin to cordage provide?
A) Softens the fibers
B) Reduces the risk of splinters
C) Increases water resistance and durability
D) Acts as a natural dye
  • 30. What determines the thickness of the plant fiber cordage being produced?
A) The brand of wax used to coat the finished cordage
B) The amount of fibers used and the tightness of the twist
C) The location of the plant harvested
D) The amount of water used in retting
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