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How to make and use digging sticks for harvesting roots
Contributed by: Kay
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a digging stick?
A) To harvest roots and tubers
B) To hunt animals
C) To build shelters
D) To start fires
  • 2. What type of wood is generally preferred for a digging stick?
A) Rotten wood
B) Hardwood
C) Softwood
D) Greenwood
  • 3. What is a common method for hardening the tip of a digging stick?
A) Sun drying
B) Applying clay
C) Water submersion
D) Fire hardening
  • 4. What shape is most effective for the digging end of the stick?
A) Blunt and round
B) Flat and wide
C) Pointed or beveled
D) Forked
  • 5. Which of these is a potential danger when using a digging stick?
A) Frostbite
B) Dehydration
C) Back strain
D) Sunburn
  • 6. What is the ideal length for a digging stick?
A) Elbow to ground
B) Head to ground
C) Waist to ground
D) Shoulder to ground
  • 7. Why is a handle sometimes added to a digging stick?
A) Improved grip and leverage
B) Easier transport
C) Increased weight
D) Decoration
  • 8. What is the typical angle used when levering with a digging stick?
A) 90 degrees
B) 180 degrees
C) 0 degrees
D) 30-45 degrees
  • 9. What should you do after harvesting roots to ensure future growth?
A) Leave the area bare
B) Flood the area
C) Burn the area
D) Replant some seeds or tubers
  • 10. What can be used to sharpen a digging stick in the field?
A) Leaves
B) Bone
C) Stone
D) Wood
  • 11. What safety precaution should be taken when digging near rocks?
A) Ignore the rocks
B) Dig faster
C) Dig barefoot
D) Wear eye protection
  • 12. Why is it important to identify plants correctly before digging?
A) To avoid poisonous plants
B) To avoid damaging the soil
C) To find the largest roots
D) To impress others
  • 13. What is the term for sustainable harvesting practices?
A) Random harvesting
B) Neglectful harvesting
C) Responsible harvesting
D) Aggressive harvesting
  • 14. Which of the following enhances the digging sticks durability?
A) Soaking in water
B) Immediate use
C) Proper drying
D) Burying in the ground
  • 15. What is the effect of charring the digging sticks point?
A) Hardens and protects
B) Softens the wood
C) Attracts insects
D) Makes it brittle
  • 16. Which tool might be used in conjunction with a digging stick?
A) Axe
B) Saw
C) Hammer
D) Basket
  • 17. What does "levering" refer to when using a digging stick?
A) Using the stick as a fulcrum
B) Finding roots
C) Carrying the stick
D) Sharpening the tip
  • 18. Where is the pressure applied when levering with a digging stick?
A) In the middle of the stick
B) At the end of the handle
C) On the root itself
D) Near the fulcrum point
  • 19. What soil type is most suitable for using a digging stick?
A) Loam
B) Clay
C) Pure sand
D) Solid rock
  • 20. What action makes the digging stick more efficient?
A) Twisting the stick violently
B) Digging quickly
C) Using body weight
D) Using only arm strength
  • 21. What material can be used to create a hand grip?
A) Cordage
B) Plastic
C) Metal
D) Glass
  • 22. How long should a newly made digging stick be allowed to dry?
A) Several weeks
B) A few hours
C) One day
D) Until its cracking
  • 23. What problem arises when using a wet digging stick?
A) Better grip
B) Increased sharpness
C) Easier hardening
D) Reduced strength
  • 24. Which of these is a traditional method of preserving digging sticks?
A) Oiling
B) Freezing
C) Painting
D) Refrigerating
  • 25. What is the consequence of digging too close to a plant stem?
A) Faster root growth
B) Easier root removal
C) Damage to the plant
D) Nutrient enrichment
  • 26. How does a digging stick aid in harvesting?
A) Attracts roots
B) Loosens the soil
C) Fertilizes soil
D) Repels insects
  • 27. What type of motion is best for breaking through tough soil?
A) Sweeping
B) Tapping
C) Prying
D) Scratching
  • 28. What should one look for when selecting a tree branch for a digging stick?
A) Twisted shape
B) Straight grain
C) Rotting core
D) Presence of many knots
  • 29. What is a benefit of crafting your own digging stick?
A) Custom fit
B) Requires no maintenance
C) Easier to break
D) Weighs more
  • 30. When discarding a digging stick, what is the best disposal method?
A) Return it to the earth
B) Leave it on the trail
C) Throw it in the river
D) Burn it completely
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