Fishing Knot Flashcard

Front

How can the right knots benefit someone who is fishing?

Back

They help you be more efficient, catch more fish, and have more fun.

Front

According to the material, what is true about the variety of fishing knots?

Back

There are countless fine knots, each serving a different purpose.

Front

What is monofilament fishing line commonly made from?

Back

Nylon

Front

Which step involves moistening the knots when tying an arbor knot?

Back

Step 3

Front

Why should you moisten the knots as you tighten them when tying an arbor knot?

Back

To reduce the chance of the line weakening from friction

Front

Which of the following is the correct final step when tying an arbor knot?
Cut the fishing line in half,
Wind the fishing line onto your reel,
Tie a bow at the end,
Attach a weight to the line

Back

Wind the fishing line onto your reel

Front

A student is having trouble with the knot slipping off the spool after tying the arbor knot. Based on the steps, what might they have forgotten to do?

Back

Tie the second loose overhand knot as a stopper

Front

For what type of fishing is the improved clinch knot best suited?

Back

Light tackle fishing with lines up to 20-pound test

Front

Why is it important to moisten the tag end and standing end before tightening the improved clinch knot?

Back

To prevent the line from breaking due to friction

Front

Why should you moisten the line before pulling both the tag and standing line to close the loop in a Palomar knot?

Back

To prevent friction