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How to weave baskets from reeds, grasses, or bark
Contributed by: Kay
  • 1. What is the first step in basket weaving?
A) Applying a sealant
B) Starting the base knot
C) Choosing a handle style
D) Gathering and preparing materials
  • 2. What is 'soaking' plant fibers for?
A) To make them pliable and prevent cracking
B) To sterilize them
C) To dye them different colors
D) To remove insects
  • 3. Which of these is NOT a common basket weaving material?
A) Willow
B) Cotton fabric
C) Reed
D) Pine needles
  • 4. What is a 'stake' in basket weaving?
A) A sealant applied to the finished basket
B) A vertical piece forming the basket's sides
C) The tool used to split reeds
D) A type of knot
  • 5. What is 'twining' in basket weaving?
A) A type of handle attachment
B) A method of preparing reeds
C) A weaving technique using two or more weavers
D) A decorative border pattern
  • 6. Which weaving technique creates a spiral pattern?
A) Coiling
B) Plaiting
C) Twilling
D) Waling
  • 7. What is a 'weaver' in basket weaving?
A) The material woven around the stakes
B) The basket's rim
C) The person making the basket
D) The tool used to tighten the weave
  • 8. What is the purpose of a 'bodkin' or 'packing tool'?
A) To shape the basket's handle
B) To dye the materials
C) To split the reeds
D) To tighten the weave
  • 9. What is 'waling'?
A) A type of handle attachment
B) A method for drying reeds
C) The process of smoothing the basket's surface
D) A strong weave using three or more weavers
  • 10. How do you finish the rim of a basket?
A) By leaving the stakes exposed
B) By folding and tucking the stakes
C) By gluing on a pre-made rim
D) By applying a sealant
  • 11. Why is it important to maintain consistent tension while weaving?
A) To speed up the weaving process
B) To avoid using too much material
C) To create a uniform and strong basket
D) To make the basket easier to decorate
  • 12. What is 'plaiting'?
A) A method of attaching a lid
B) A type of reed preparation
C) A technique for creating a rounded base
D) Braiding strands together to form a flat weave
  • 13. What type of bark is commonly used for basket weaving?
A) Birch bark
B) Eucalyptus bark
C) Pine bark
D) Oak bark
  • 14. What is the purpose of 'upsetting' the stakes?
A) To attach them to the base
B) To split them evenly
C) To bend them upwards from the base
D) To soak them thoroughly
  • 15. What is 'twilling'?
A) A diagonal weaving pattern
B) A method of cleaning reeds
C) A type of rim finish
D) A way to strengthen the base
  • 16. Which plant is known for its strong and flexible weaving material?
A) Tulip
B) Daisy
C) Willow
D) Rose
  • 17. What can be used to protect a basket from moisture?
A) Lemon juice
B) Baking soda
C) Flour
D) A sealant or varnish
  • 18. What should you do if a weaver breaks during the weaving process?
A) Start the basket over
B) Tie the broken ends together
C) Use glue to attach the ends
D) Overlap the new weaver with the old one
  • 19. What is the purpose of a 'slath'?
A) A solution for cleaning baskets
B) A type of decorative knot
C) A tool for measuring reeds
D) The initial crossing of stakes at the base
  • 20. How do you create a square or rectangular basket?
A) By only using specific types of reeds
B) By using a square or rectangular base and shaping the stakes
C) By weaving in a spiral pattern
D) By using a special type of sealant
  • 21. Which of the following is a safety precaution to consider?
A) Using gloves to protect hands
B) Ignoring splinters
C) Using dull tools for easier cutting
D) Weaving in dimly lit areas
  • 22. What is 'randing'?
A) A simple over-under weaving technique
B) A way to prepare bark for weaving
C) A type of decorative finish
D) A method for creating handles
  • 23. What impact does the tightness of the weave have on the basket?
A) Impacts strength and water resistance
B) Impacts the types of material used
C) Impacts the color of the basket
D) Impacts how quickly the basket is made
  • 24. What is one way to add color to a woven basket?
A) Painting with oil paints
B) Using natural dyes
C) Burying it in the ground
D) Using bleach
  • 25. What should you do to store reeds you aren't using?
A) Freeze them
B) Store them in a sealed plastic bag
C) Leave them out in the sun to dry completely
D) Keep them damp to prevent cracking
  • 26. What is a benefit of using natural materials?
A) They are always perfectly uniform
B) They are always the cheapest option
C) They are immune to damage
D) They are sustainable and biodegradable
  • 27. What type of knife is useful for preparing basketry materials?
A) A plastic knife
B) A butter knife
C) A serrated bread knife
D) A sharp utility knife
  • 28. What does 'sizing' refer to in basketry?
A) A type of weave
B) The process of making a basket smaller
C) The process of cutting materials to the correct length
D) A type of glue
  • 29. What can be added to the base of the basket to improve its shape and stability?
A) A wooden base or cardboard insert
B) Fertilizer
C) More water
D) Sand
  • 30. How does humidity affect basket weaving materials?
A) High humidity makes materials more pliable
B) High humidity makes materials brittle
C) Humidity has no effect on basket weaving materials
D) It makes the materials darker
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