Rethreaded Figure of 8 Knot Quiz

What is the purpose of the rethreaded figure of 8 knot?

• To secure a rope to an object

• To tie two ropes together

• To create a decorative knot

• To shorten a rope

When should you use the rethreaded figure of 8 knot?

• When you want to minimize the hardware used

• When you want to maximize the points of failure

• When you want to create a decorative knot

• When you want to shorten a rope

What is the first step in tying a rethreaded figure of 8 knot?

• Thread the long tail through or around the object

• Start by tying a single Figure-8 with a long tail (800 mm)

• Carefully retrace the long tail back through the knot

• Dress and pack the knot into the proper shape

What is the final step in tying a rethreaded figure of 8 knot?

• Thread the long tail around the object

• Start by tying a single Figure-8 with a long tail

• Carefully retrace the long tail back through the knot

• Dress and pack the knot

How many times the diameter of the rope should the tail be?

• 5x

• 8x

• 10x

• 12x

You should never check a rope, if its in the bag, its fine

• False

• True

What is the key point when tying the first loose figure 8 knot?

• Tie it tightly and dress well

• Ensure you have a long enough tail (800mm)

• Put in a stopper knot so it doesn't come undone

• Complete an Safety management sheet

Which of the following are signs of damaged ropes? (click all true answers)

• Fraying

• Bright colours

• Melted spots

• Exposed core

The ​ (a)   angle should be checked to ensure the ​ (b)   is the correct length. This angle should be less than ​ (c)   ​ ​

• interior
• bight
• exterior
• kermantle
• 90 degrees
• 180 degrees
• 360 degrees