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How to use plant fibers to make twine and rope - Exam
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  • 1. Which of these plant fibers is LEAST suitable for making strong rope?
A) Sisal
B) Flax
C) Hemp
D) Cotton
  • 2. What is the primary purpose of retting plant fibers?
A) To make the fibers stronger
B) To separate fibers from the plant stalk
C) To make the fibers waterproof
D) To dye the fibers
  • 3. What is the process of combing fibers called?
A) Retting
B) Spinning
C) Scutching
D) Hackling
  • 4. Which spinning direction creates 'S-twist' twine?
A) Clockwise
B) Downwards
C) Counter-clockwise
D) Upwards
  • 5. What is the main advantage of a 3-strand rope over a 2-strand rope?
A) More flexible
B) Easier to make
C) Greater strength
D) Lighter weight
  • 6. What does 'ply' refer to in rope making?
A) The number of strands twisted together
B) The thickness of the fibers
C) The color of the rope
D) The length of the rope
  • 7. Which knot is commonly used to join two ropes together?
A) Clove hitch
B) Figure eight knot
C) Square knot
D) Bowline
  • 8. Which knot is best for creating a loop that won't slip?
A) Bowline
B) Clove hitch
C) Square knot
D) Sheet bend
  • 9. What is the purpose of waxing twine?
A) To make it more flexible
B) To increase its strength and durability
C) To make it biodegradable
D) To dye it
  • 10. What is the meaning of 'lay' in rope terminology?
A) The direction and tightness of the twist
B) The weight the rope can hold
C) The knot tied at the end of the rope
D) The material the rope is made from
  • 11. What is a common method for drying retted fibers?
A) Burying them in the ground
B) Freezing them
C) Boiling them in water
D) Spreading them out in the sun
  • 12. Which tool is most helpful for splitting plant stalks?
A) Knife
B) Comb
C) Spinning wheel
D) Needle
  • 13. What is 'scutching'?
A) Dyeing the fibers
B) Removing woody parts from the fibers
C) Soaking the fibers in water
D) Spinning the fibers into yarn
  • 14. Why is it important to remove debris from plant fibers before spinning?
A) To make the twine biodegradable
B) To create a stronger and smoother twine
C) To make the twine more colorful
D) To reduce the weight of the twine
  • 15. What does 'cordage' generally refer to?
A) Only synthetic fibers
B) Only very thick ropes
C) Only natural fibers
D) Twine, rope, and other similar products
  • 16. What is the first step to take when harvesting plant fibers?
A) Begin retting the fibers.
B) Begin spinning the fibers
C) Begin splitting the stalks.
D) Identify the correct plant.
  • 17. What is the best time of year to harvest most plant fibers?
A) Spring
B) Any time is fine
C) Winter
D) Late Summer or Fall
  • 18. Which of the following affects the strength of a rope?
A) Number of strands and softness
B) Fiber type, lay, and diameter
C) Color and length
D) Knot type and age
  • 19. A 'hawser' is best described as which of the following?
A) A thick rope used for mooring ships.
B) Any length of cord.
C) Thin string for sewing.
D) Thin rope used for rock climbing.
  • 20. What is 'bark stripping'?
A) Dyeing bark for decoration
B) Removing bark to access inner fibers
C) Soaking bark in water
D) Burning bark for ash
  • 21. How does twisting fibers create stronger cordage?
A) It adds more fibers
B) It makes the fibers longer
C) It dyes the fibers
D) It interlocks the fibers, distributing force
  • 22. What is a benefit of using natural fibers over synthetics?
A) Biodegradability
B) Lower cost
C) Resistance to UV light
D) Higher strength
  • 23. What is a 'fid'?
A) A type of fiber
B) A tool used to separate strands in rope
C) A type of knot
D) A type of dye
  • 24. Why might you use a weight when making twine?
A) To maintain tension and prevent unraveling
B) To make the twine more colorful
C) To speed up the spinning process
D) To add more fibers
  • 25. What is the purpose of whipping the ends of a rope?
A) To add weight to the rope
B) To make the rope more flexible
C) To prevent the rope from fraying
D) To make the rope stronger
  • 26. Which of the following conditions can negatively affect plant fibers before or during processing?
A) Low humidity
B) Direct sunlight
C) Gentle breezes
D) Excessive moisture
  • 27. What is 'water retting'?
A) Combing the plant stalks to remove debris
B) Soaking the plant stalks in water to loosen the fibers
C) Burning the plant stalks for ash
D) Drying the plant stalks in the sun
  • 28. Which plant fiber is known for its resistance to saltwater?
A) Jute
B) Flax
C) Manila hemp
D) Cotton
  • 29. What is 'Z-twist' twine?
A) Twine that is easy to untangle
B) Twine that is very strong
C) Twine made from zebra grass
D) Twine twisted in a counter-clockwise direction
  • 30. What is the approximate breaking strength of a well-made natural fiber rope compared to a similar sized synthetic rope?
A) Generally lower
B) About the same
C) Depends on the color
D) Generally higher
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