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How to lash poles together securely
Contributed by: Roe
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of lashing poles together?
A) Decorating the poles
B) Sharpening the poles
C) Creating a larger, more stable structure
D) Making a campfire
  • 2. Which lashing is commonly used for joining poles side-by-side?
A) Bowline
B) Taut-Line Hitch
C) Square Lashing
D) Clove Hitch
  • 3. What material is most commonly used for lashing?
A) Nails
B) Rope or cordage
C) Duct tape
D) Glue
  • 4. What is the first step in most lashing techniques?
A) Cutting the rope
B) An initial wrap or hitch around the poles
C) Choosing the poles
D) Tightening the lashing
  • 5. What is 'frapping' in the context of lashing?
A) Tightening the wraps between the poles
B) Adding decorative knots
C) Loosening the wraps
D) Removing the lashing
  • 6. Which lashing is best for creating a tripod?
A) Round Lashing
B) Shear Lashing
C) Diagonal Lashing
D) Tripod Lashing
  • 7. Why is it important to use the correct diameter of rope for lashing?
A) To make the lashing easier to untie
B) To save money on rope
C) To make it look aesthetically pleasing
D) To ensure sufficient strength and grip
  • 8. What is the main purpose of a shear lashing?
A) To secure a tarp
B) To join two poles together end-to-end, slightly overlapping
C) To create a 90-degree angle
D) To build a fire pit
  • 9. Which knot is often used to start and finish a lashing?
A) Figure Eight
B) Clove Hitch
C) Square Knot
D) Bowline
  • 10. What should you do after completing a lashing?
A) Test the stability of the structure
B) Paint the lashing
C) Immediately take it down
D) Leave the excess rope hanging
  • 11. What kind of wood is best for lashing?
A) Dry, straight poles
B) Green, flexible poles
C) Rotting, old poles
D) Any kind of pole
  • 12. What does 'marrying' the rope mean?
A) Soaking the rope in water
B) Tying the ends of the rope together
C) Cutting the rope in half
D) Wrapping the poles in the rope
  • 13. Which lashing is used when the poles cross each other?
A) Shear Lashing
B) Round Lashing
C) Timber Hitch
D) Diagonal Lashing
  • 14. What should you check to ensure a lashing is secure?
A) The weather forecast
B) The smell of the wood
C) The color of the rope
D) Tightness and even distribution of wraps
  • 15. What is the risk of overtightening a lashing?
A) Damaging the rope or poles
B) Improving its appearance
C) Making it more secure
D) Making it easier to untie
  • 16. What type of rope is best for wet conditions?
A) Sisal rope
B) Synthetic rope
C) Manila rope
D) Cotton rope
  • 17. Which lashing technique involves a 'Spanish Windlass'?
A) Lashing in strong winds
B) Tightening a lashing with a lever
C) Loosening the lashing
D) Using only Spanish rope
  • 18. Why is it important to maintain tension throughout the lashing process?
A) To make the lashing easier to untie later
B) To prevent slippage and maintain stability
C) To conserve rope
D) To impress others with your lashing skills
  • 19. What is a good safety practice when working with rope and poles?
A) Using dull tools to avoid injury
B) Ignoring potential hazards
C) Wearing gloves to protect your hands
D) Working alone in a remote location
  • 20. What is an advantage of using natural fiber rope?
A) It can be more eco-friendly
B) It doesn't stretch when wet
C) It is more resistant to rot
D) It is stronger than synthetic rope
  • 21. What should you do if a lashing starts to loosen?
A) Retighten it immediately
B) Cut the lashing and start over
C) Add more weight to the structure
D) Ignore it and hope it stays together
  • 22. What is the purpose of using multiple wraps in a lashing?
A) To make the lashing easier to untie
B) To increase friction and holding power
C) To use up excess rope
D) To make the lashing look more impressive
  • 23. Which lashing is often used to extend a pole?
A) Shear Lashing
B) Square Lashing
C) Tripod Lashing
D) Figure Eight Lashing
  • 24. How do you determine the length of rope needed for a lashing?
A) Use the shortest piece of rope available
B) Always use the same length of rope
C) Use a rope that's longer than the tallest pole
D) Estimate based on the size of the poles and the number of wraps
  • 25. What is a disadvantage of using wire for lashing?
A) It is easy to untie
B) It is inexpensive
C) It can be difficult to work with and can damage the poles
D) It is very strong and durable
  • 26. Which knot provides a secure loop?
A) Sheet Bend
B) Overhand Knot
C) Bowline
D) Clove Hitch
  • 27. Why is it important to consider the angle of the poles when lashing?
A) To make the lashing look symmetrical
B) To ensure the structure is stable and can bear weight
C) Because different angles require different types of knots
D) Because angled poles are easier to lash together
  • 28. What is a common use for lashed pole structures?
A) Shelters, bridges, and furniture
B) Fireworks displays
C) Medical procedures
D) Car engines
  • 29. What should you do with old lashings after they are no longer needed?
A) Burn them
B) Remove them completely and dispose of the rope properly
C) Leave them in place to decompose naturally
D) Bury them in the ground
  • 30. How does the diameter of the pole affect the strength of the lashing?
A) Larger diameter poles provide a more stable base for the lashing
B) Pole diameter has no effect on lashing strength
C) Smaller diameter poles are easier to lash.
D) Smaller diameter poles are always stronger
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