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How to fashion a primitive spear
Contributed by: Roe
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a primitive spear?
A) Cooking food
B) Building shelter
C) Hunting and defense
D) Starting fires
  • 2. What is the most important characteristic of wood chosen for a spear shaft?
A) Flexibility and lightness
B) Straightness and strength
C) Dark color and roughness
D) Presence of knots and bark
  • 3. Which of these wood types is generally *least* suitable for a spear shaft?
A) Hickory
B) Willow
C) Ash
D) Oak
  • 4. How should you initially prepare a greenwood shaft for a spear?
A) Dry it completely in the sun
B) Treat it with animal fat
C) Soak it in water for several days
D) Remove the bark and rough shape it
  • 5. What is the purpose of fire hardening a spear tip?
A) To prevent it from rotting
B) To make it more flexible
C) To harden and strengthen the wood
D) To make it more visible
  • 6. What is a good material for lashing a spearhead to the shaft?
A) Sand or gravel
B) Sinew or plant fiber
C) Metal wire
D) Clay or mud
  • 7. What knot is commonly used for lashing a spearhead?
A) Figure eight knot
B) Square knot
C) Constrictor knot
D) Bowline knot
  • 8. What natural material is commonly used to create a sharp spearhead?
A) Sandstone or limestone
B) Granite or marble
C) Coal or charcoal
D) Flint or obsidian
  • 9. What is the best method for shaping a stone spearhead?
A) Laser cutting
B) Acid etching
C) Sandblasting
D) Flintknapping
  • 10. What safety precaution is most important when flintknapping?
A) Working in a closed space
B) Wearing gloves
C) Eye protection
D) Working with wet stone
  • 11. How should the spearhead be positioned relative to the shaft?
A) At a slight angle for better grip
B) In line with the shaft for direct force
C) Offset to one side for balance
D) Perpendicular to the shaft for increased cutting
  • 12. What is the purpose of notching the spear shaft near the head?
A) To improve the lashing's grip
B) To decorate the spear
C) To weaken the shaft for easier breakage
D) To provide a handhold
  • 13. Why is it important to dry the spear shaft slowly?
A) To increase its weight
B) To speed up the hardening process
C) To prevent cracking and warping
D) To make it more flexible
  • 14. What is a good way to straighten a slightly warped spear shaft?
A) Apply heat and pressure
B) Bury it in the ground
C) Freeze it overnight
D) Soak it in water
  • 15. Besides stone, what other materials can be used for a spearhead?
A) Bone, antler, or hardened wood
B) Clay or ceramics
C) Cardboard or paper
D) Glass or plastic
  • 16. What is the ideal length of a hunting spear in relation to the user?
A) Half the user's height
B) Twice the user's height
C) Slightly longer than the user's height
D) Exactly the user's height
  • 17. How does adding weight to the spear affect its performance?
A) Increases momentum and penetrating power
B) Reduces its effectiveness
C) Makes it easier to carry
D) Decreases accuracy and range
  • 18. What is the best way to test the strength of a newly made spear?
A) Thrust it firmly into the ground
B) Strike it with a hammer
C) Submerge it in water
D) Throw it as far as possible
  • 19. What is the purpose of fletching on a spear (rare, but some cultures used it)?
A) To improve accuracy and stability in flight
B) To make it float
C) To increase the spear's weight
D) To decorate the spear
  • 20. What is the best storage method for a spear to prevent damage?
A) Store it in a damp environment
B) Store it vertically, leaning against a wall
C) Store it horizontally, off the ground
D) Store it in direct sunlight
  • 21. What is a self spear?
A) A spear with a metal head
B) A spear that throws itself
C) A spear made entirely of wood
D) A spear used for self-defense only
  • 22. What is the benefit of using a spear thrower (atlatl)?
A) Easier to carry the spear
B) Reduced weight of the spear
C) Increased range and power
D) Improved accuracy at close range
  • 23. What type of motion should be used when throwing a spear for maximum power?
A) A short, quick jab
B) A slow, deliberate push
C) Just an arm motion
D) Full body rotation and follow-through
  • 24. Why is spear fishing often more challenging than land-based hunting?
A) Water distorts vision and slows the spear
B) Spears are more effective underwater
C) Fish are easier to hit than land animals
D) There are more fish than land animals
  • 25. How should you approach an animal when hunting with a spear?
A) With bright clothing to be easily seen
B) Quietly and cautiously, downwind
C) In a straight line, directly at the animal
D) Loudly and aggressively
  • 26. What is a potential risk of using a spear with a detachable head?
A) The head may detach prematurely
B) The spear will be more accurate
C) The spear will be easier to store
D) The spear will be lighter
  • 27. What can be used to waterproof the lashing on a spearhead?
A) Salt water
B) Pine pitch or beeswax
C) Mud
D) Sand
  • 28. What part of an animal can be used to create a primitive glue?
A) Fat
B) Hide
C) Bones
D) Blood
  • 29. What is a good technique for making a wooden spearhead extremely sharp?
A) Soaking it in vinegar
B) Carving it to a fine point and repeatedly polishing with a smooth stone
C) Covering it with tree sap
D) Heating it in a furnace
  • 30. What is the most important safety practice when handling a spear?
A) Always be aware of your surroundings and where the spear is pointed
B) Throw the spear as hard as possible
C) Run while carrying the spear
D) Leave the spear unattended
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