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How to construct fish traps and eel baskets
Contributed by: Kay
  • 1. What is a common material for making fish traps?
A) Willow branches
B) Cardboard boxes
C) Steel bars
D) Plastic bags
  • 2. The entrance to a fish trap should ideally be...
A) Narrowing inwards
B) Wide and open
C) Blocked by netting
D) Facing upstream
  • 3. What is the primary purpose of a funnel in a fish trap?
A) To guide fish into the trap
B) To aerate the water
C) To act as a weight
D) To decorate the trap
  • 4. Which weaving pattern is often used for eel baskets?
A) Knitting
B) Embroidery
C) Wickerwork
D) Crochet
  • 5. What type of bait is commonly used for eels?
A) Marshmallows
B) Sunflower seeds
C) Earthworms
D) Bread crumbs
  • 6. Where should you ideally place a fish trap?
A) In deep, still water
B) In fast-flowing rapids
C) On dry land
D) In areas with fish activity
  • 7. What is a 'leader' in the context of fish trapping?
A) A type of bait
B) The person who sets the trap
C) The strongest part of the trap
D) A barrier to guide fish towards the trap
  • 8. Why is camouflage important for fish traps?
A) To prevent fish from being scared away
B) To comply with legal requirements
C) To make the trap stronger
D) To make the trap more attractive
  • 9. What is a 'fyke net'?
A) A type of fishing lure
B) A fishing rod
C) A type of cylindrical fish trap
D) A cooking utensil
  • 10. How often should you check your fish trap?
A) Monthly
B) Weekly
C) Daily
D) Yearly
  • 11. Which natural material can be used to waterproof a fish trap?
A) Sugar
B) Sand
C) Salt
D) Pitch
  • 12. What knot is useful for securing the entrance of a fish trap?
A) Figure-eight knot
B) Overhand knot
C) Granny knot
D) Bowline knot
  • 13. What type of habitat is ideal for eel baskets?
A) Rocky mountain streams
B) Muddy river bottoms
C) Sandy beaches
D) Frozen lakes
  • 14. What is a potential disadvantage of using metal in fish traps?
A) It is too expensive
B) It can rust and pollute the water
C) It is too flexible
D) It is difficult to work with
  • 15. Why should traps be regularly cleaned?
A) To remove debris and prevent disease spread
B) To reduce their weight
C) To improve their camouflage
D) To make them more attractive to fish
  • 16. What is the role of the 'throat' in an eel basket?
A) A decoration
B) A place to store bait
C) A funnel-shaped entrance that's difficult to exit
D) A support structure
  • 17. What is the purpose of a 'one-way valve' in some fish traps?
A) To control the temperature inside
B) To allow water to flow through
C) To prevent fish from escaping
D) To release air pressure
  • 18. If your trap is consistently empty, what should you do first?
A) Add more weight to the trap
B) Make the entrance smaller
C) Give up trapping altogether
D) Change the location of the trap
  • 19. Why is it important to leave some space inside a trap?
A) To make the trap more buoyant
B) To allow for more bait
C) To allow the trapped animals room to move
D) To increase the trap's weight
  • 20. What does 'bycatch' refer to in trapping?
A) The technique used for trapping
B) The best fish caught
C) Unintended species caught in the trap
D) The bait used in the trap
  • 21. Which of the following is a sustainable practice for fish trapping?
A) Never checking the traps
B) Using traps with escape gaps for smaller fish
C) Using traps with very small mesh sizes
D) Setting traps during spawning season
  • 22. What tool is most useful for shaping flexible branches for weaving a trap?
A) Screwdriver
B) Pencil
C) Drawknife
D) Hammer
  • 23. Which weather condition is best for setting eel traps?
A) Dry and windy
B) Bright and sunny
C) Dark and overcast
D) Freezing temperatures
  • 24. What is the purpose of weighting down a fish trap?
A) To prevent it from being swept away by the current
B) To make it easier to find
C) To attract more fish
D) To make it more buoyant
  • 25. When releasing bycatch, what is most important?
A) Handle them with care to minimize stress
B) Throw them back as quickly as possible
C) Mark them before releasing
D) Keep them for a few days to see if they recover
  • 26. How can you improve the effectiveness of a fish trap in murky water?
A) Use a brightly colored trap
B) Make the trap larger
C) Use a strong-smelling bait
D) Place the trap in direct sunlight
  • 27. What safety precaution should be taken when placing traps in water?
A) Leave the trap unattended for long periods
B) Use bright colors to attract fish
C) Mark the trap's location clearly
D) Place traps in swimming areas
  • 28. What is the main advantage of an eel basket over a fish trap?
A) Eel baskets are specifically designed for eels
B) Eel baskets are cheaper to make
C) Eel baskets are more durable
D) Eel baskets are easier to make
  • 29. What is an important legal consideration before setting fish traps?
A) Obtain necessary permits and licenses
B) Inform all neighbors
C) Offer a share of the catch to the local government
D) Name the trap
  • 30. Which of the following is NOT a suitable material for trap construction?
A) Rushes
B) Wire Mesh
C) Bamboo
D) Glass
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