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