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