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How to weave symbolic designs into baskets and clothing - Exam
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  • 1. What is the primary purpose of weaving symbolic designs?
A) To increase the price of the item
B) To add random decorations
C) To make the item more durable
D) To communicate stories or beliefs
  • 2. Which material is commonly used for basket weaving?
A) Plastic
B) Concrete
C) Willow
D) Steel
  • 3. What is a common dye source for natural fibers?
A) Paint thinner
B) Berries
C) Gasoline
D) Bleach
  • 4. What is a warp in weaving?
A) The stationary threads
B) The needle used for weaving
C) The threads that are woven over and under
D) A type of knot
  • 5. What is a weft in weaving?
A) The stationary threads
B) A finishing technique
C) A type of loom
D) The threads woven over and under
  • 6. What does the symbol of a circle often represent?
A) Confusion
B) Eternity or wholeness
C) Poverty
D) Anger
  • 7. What does the symbol of a triangle often represent?
A) Strength or stability
B) Weakness
C) Indecision
D) Chaos
  • 8. What might parallel lines symbolize?
A) Conflict
B) Balance or harmony
C) Isolation
D) Disorder
  • 9. Which weaving technique creates a raised pattern?
A) Embroidery
B) Twill weave
C) Plain weave
D) Basket weave
  • 10. What is a loom used for?
A) Spinning yarn
B) Cutting fabric
C) Dyeing fibers
D) Holding warp threads in place
  • 11. Why is planning important before weaving a design?
A) To waste time
B) To make the process more boring
C) Because it’s required by law
D) To avoid mistakes and ensure accuracy
  • 12. What should you consider when choosing colors for your design?
A) The symbolic meaning of the colors
B) Ignoring color theory
C) The cost of the dyes
D) Only using one color
  • 13. Which fiber is commonly used for clothing?
A) Reed
B) Wire
C) Cotton
D) Plastic
  • 14. What is the purpose of selvedge edges?
A) To add weight
B) To prevent fraying
C) To attract dust
D) To make the fabric shiny
  • 15. What is twining?
A) A type of dye
B) A type of knot
C) A type of sewing
D) A basketry technique
  • 16. What does the symbol of a spiral often represent?
A) Darkness
B) Growth or evolution
C) Stagnation
D) Death
  • 17. Which of the following is a common basket weaving pattern?
A) Checkerboard
B) Pyramid
C) Circular
D) Turbulent
  • 18. What is the best way to store finished woven items?
A) Covered in oil
B) In direct sunlight
C) In a damp basement
D) In a dry, dark place
  • 19. What should you do if a thread breaks during weaving?
A) Rip out the entire piece
B) Glue the ends together
C) Tie the ends together securely
D) Ignore it and continue weaving
  • 20. What is the importance of tension in weaving?
A) Tension is not important
B) To create a uniform and strong fabric
C) To make the fabric weak and uneven
D) To make the process harder
  • 21. What is carding?
A) Preparing fibers for spinning
B) Cutting fabric
C) Dyeing fabric
D) A type of weaving technique
  • 22. Which of these is a natural fiber?
A) Polyester
B) Linen
C) Nylon
D) Acrylic
  • 23. What is plaiting?
A) Needlework
B) Braiding fibers together
C) A type of knot
D) Dyeing techniques
  • 24. What tool is often used to pack weft threads tightly?
A) Beater
B) Scissors
C) Screwdriver
D) Needle
  • 25. Which of these is a safety precaution when using dyes?
A) Drink the dye
B) Wear gloves
C) Mix chemicals haphazardly
D) Pour dye down the drain
  • 26. What is the purpose of a heddle bar?
A) To dye the weft
B) To hold the loom together
C) To separate warp threads
D) To cut the warp
  • 27. What is tapestry weaving?
A) Weaving without a loom
B) Weaving very quickly
C) Creating pictorial designs
D) Weaving with metal
  • 28. Which type of knot is commonly used to start a basket base?
A) Bowline knot
B) Fisherman's knot
C) Hangman's knot
D) Pretzel knot
  • 29. What does asymmetry in a design convey?
A) Stability
B) Boredom
C) Movement or change
D) Perfection
  • 30. How do you finish the edge of a woven piece of clothing?
A) Cutting it raw
B) Hemming
C) Gluing the edges
D) Burning the edges
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