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How to use sinew, fibers, or gut for string and bowstrings - Quiz
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  • 1. Which animal sinew is generally considered the strongest for bowstrings?
A) Deer
B) Rabbit
C) Squirrel
D) Bird
  • 2. What process is crucial for making sinew pliable and workable?
A) Pounding
B) Boiling
C) Freezing
D) Burning
  • 3. Which of these is NOT a common material to combine with sinew for string making?
A) Plant fibers
B) Animal hair
C) Gut
D) Metal wire
  • 4. What is the purpose of 'backing' a bow with sinew?
A) To make it more decorative
B) To reduce weight
C) To increase draw weight and power
D) To make it float
  • 5. When preparing sinew, what part is typically removed first?
A) The bone
B) The tendons
C) The muscle
D) The membrane
  • 6. What is the most common method of attaching sinew to a bow for backing?
A) Welding
B) Glue and wrapping
C) Screws
D) Sewing
  • 7. Which plant fiber is known for its strength and use in string making?
A) Rose
B) Cotton
C) Orchid
D) Hemp
  • 8. What type of gut is most often used for instrument strings?
A) Chicken
B) Pig
C) Sheep
D) Cow
  • 9. What does 'pre-stretching' a string do?
A) Changes the color
B) Reduces string creep
C) Makes it heavier
D) Makes it more brittle
  • 10. Which knot is commonly used to tie off a bowstring?
A) Overhand knot
B) Square knot
C) Bowline knot
D) Granny knot
  • 11. What is 'serving' on a bowstring?
A) Painting the string
B) Wrapping the center section for protection
C) Adding feathers to the string
D) Dipping the string in wax
  • 12. What is a common adhesive used with sinew?
A) Hot glue
B) Hide glue
C) Super glue
D) Epoxy
  • 13. What is 'air drying' important for when processing sinew?
A) Changes the color
B) Makes it softer
C) Makes it stretchier
D) Prevents rot and bacteria growth
  • 14. What is the benefit of waxing a finished bowstring?
A) Makes it more brittle
B) Protects it from moisture
C) Makes it lighter
D) Makes it louder
  • 15. Which fiber is known for its resistance to salt water?
A) Wool
B) Cotton
C) Silk
D) Flax
  • 16. What should be the first step in harvesting sinew?
A) Washing the animal
B) Skinning the animal
C) Cutting off the legs
D) Cooking the animal
  • 17. How is gut typically cleaned?
A) By burning it
B) By boiling it
C) By scraping the inner and outer layers
D) By freezing it
  • 18. Which of these factors will NOT influence the strength of a bowstring?
A) Color
B) Number of strands
C) Material
D) Quality of materials
  • 19. What is a 'flemish twist' in bowstring making?
A) A type of knot
B) A type of glue
C) A decorative pattern
D) A method of splicing the string ends
  • 20. How does humidity affect sinew strings?
A) Can cause stretching or shrinking
B) Improves their color
C) Makes them lighter
D) Makes them stronger
  • 21. What safety precaution should be observed when working with sharp tools and organic materials?
A) Use dull tools
B) Rush the process
C) Work in a dimly lit area
D) Maintain focus and control
  • 22. When storing unused sinew, what condition is most ideal?
A) Exposed to sunlight
B) Warm and humid
C) Dry and cool
D) Soaked in water
  • 23. Why is it important to distribute tension evenly when constructing a string?
A) To make it lighter
B) To change the color
C) To make it easier to break
D) To prevent weak spots
  • 24. What is a benefit of using natural materials over synthetics?
A) Lighter weight
B) Complete resistance to weathering
C) Renewability
D) Greater tensile strength
  • 25. Which of the following processes is best for preserving plant fibers before use?
A) Freezing
B) Fermenting
C) Boiling
D) Drying
  • 26. What does 'tiller' refer to in bow making?
A) The type of string
B) The shape and balance of the limbs
C) The handle grip
D) The arrow rest
  • 27. Why is it necessary to frequently check the bowstring for wear and tear?
A) To make it louder
B) To prevent breakage and injury
C) To improve its color
D) To increase draw weight
  • 28. What is 'binding' when referring to making cordage from natural fibers?
A) Using staples to join fibers
B) Melting fibers together
C) Wrapping fibers to secure them
D) Using glue to hold fibers
  • 29. When splicing strands together, what is crucial to achieving a strong connection?
A) Using the same color strands
B) Overlapping the strands significantly
C) Applying excessive glue
D) Using very short strand ends
  • 30. What type of environment is detrimental to storing gut strings?
A) High humidity
B) Darkness
C) Low light
D) Cool temperatures
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