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How to make water carriers from gourds, animal bladders, or - Quiz
Contributed by: Kay
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a water carrier?
A) To transport and store water
B) To cook food
C) To be used as a weapon
D) To decorate a home
  • 2. Which type of gourd is generally best for water carriers?
A) Ornamental gourds
B) Soft gourds
C) Hard-shelled gourds
D) All gourds are equally suitable
  • 3. What is the first step in preparing a gourd for use as a water carrier?
A) Cutting it open immediately
B) Painting it
C) Filling it with water
D) Drying it thoroughly
  • 4. How long does it typically take for a gourd to dry completely?
A) Several weeks to months
B) A week
C) A few hours
D) A day
  • 5. What can be applied to a gourd to prevent mold growth during drying?
A) Cooking oil
B) Sugar water
C) Nothing needs to be applied
D) Vinegar or bleach solution
  • 6. What is typically used to cut open a dried gourd?
A) Microwave
B) Hammer
C) Saw or knife
D) Bare hands
  • 7. After cutting a gourd, what needs to be removed from the inside?
A) Nothing, it's ready to use
B) Seeds and pulp
C) The outer shell
D) Soil
  • 8. What is a common method for waterproofing a gourd water carrier?
A) Applying beeswax or resin
B) Baking it in an oven
C) Leaving it untreated
D) Using sandpaper
  • 9. What animal bladder is most commonly used for water carriers?
A) Snake bladder
B) Fish bladder
C) Chicken bladder
D) Goat or pig bladder
  • 10. What is a crucial step in preparing an animal bladder for use?
A) Applying paint
B) Freezing it
C) Inflating it immediately
D) Thorough cleaning and drying
  • 11. How can you dry an animal bladder effectively?
A) Putting it in direct sunlight
B) Boiling it
C) Stuffing it with straw or sand
D) Microwaving it
  • 12. What helps to prevent the bladder from rotting?
A) Lemon juice
B) Sugar treatment
C) Salt or alum treatment
D) Leaving it untreated
  • 13. How is the opening of the bladder typically sealed?
A) Leaving it open
B) Gluing it shut
C) Melting it closed
D) Tying it tightly with cord
  • 14. What is a potential disadvantage of using an animal bladder?
A) It's too durable
B) It's too heavy
C) It's too easy to make
D) It can decompose or leak
  • 15. What type of clay is best suited for making water carriers?
A) Sand
B) Silly Putty
C) Earthenware or stoneware clay
D) Play dough
  • 16. What is the process of firing clay called?
A) Roasting
B) Baking
C) Frying
D) Kilning
  • 17. What is 'bisque firing'?
A) A type of clay
B) The first firing of the clay
C) The final firing of the clay
D) A type of glaze
  • 18. What is glaze used for in pottery?
A) To waterproof and decorate
B) To dry the clay faster
C) To make the clay softer
D) To make the clay bigger
  • 19. What is 'wedging' clay?
A) Adding water
B) Firing the clay
C) Removing air bubbles
D) Adding color
  • 20. What is the potter's wheel used for?
A) Shaping clay
B) Mixing clay
C) Drying clay
D) Digging clay
  • 21. What can be added to clay to make it stronger and less likely to crack?
A) Grog
B) Flour
C) Sugar
D) Salt
  • 22. What temperature is typically used for bisque firing?
A) Boiling Temperature
B) Cone 06-04
C) Freezing Temperature
D) Room Temperature
  • 23. Why is it important to dry clay slowly?
A) To prevent cracking
B) To remove moisture
C) To make it stronger
D) To add color
  • 24. What is a potential advantage of using a clay water carrier?
A) Durability and coolness
B) Ease of cleaning
C) Lightweight
D) Flexibility
  • 25. Which material is most susceptible to breakage?
A) Clay
B) They are all equally strong
C) Animal Bladder
D) Gourd
  • 26. Which material is most likely to impart a taste to the water?
A) None of them will
B) Clay
C) Animal Bladder
D) Gourd
  • 27. Which method is the most sustainable?
A) None of them are sustainable
B) Animal Bladder
C) All methods are equally sustainable
D) Gourd or Clay
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