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WorksheetsKnots 2 (Bends & Hitches)
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 6mins
Match the correct bends to their respective functions:
1.Reef Knot
2.Sheet Bend
3.Fisherman’s Knot
a.To join two rope together, typically ropes of equal diameters.
b.To join two ropes, especially ropes of unequal diameters.
c.To join two ropes of equal diameter, especially thin and slippery ropes.
1a,2b,3c
1a,2c,3b
1b,2c,3a
1b,2a,3c
Which is NOT a practical application of bends?
First-aid bandaging
Used to start off and anchor rope obstacles; commonly used to start off a lashing.
To attach a flag to a halyard
Joining fishing lines
Which of the following ways can be used to tie a Reef knot?
You may choose more than 1 option
"Right over Left; Left over Right"
“Left over Right; Left over Right”
“Left over Right: Right over left”
“Right over Left; Right over Left”
How do we further secure a sheet bend?
Make a series of slip knots
Masking tape the ends of the rope together
Make an extra turn to form a double sheet bend
Position the worn section in the centre of the knot
Which knots are commonly mistaken as Reef Knot?
You may choose 2 options.
Figure-of-eight Knot
Thief Knot
Chain Knot
Thumb Knot
What is the general function of hitches? (Fill in the Blanks)
Used to tie a/an __ to an/a __
Rope, Object
Object, Ring
Rope, Ring
Pole, Rope
Which of the following(s) classified under the Hitches family?
You may choose more than 1 option.
Clove
Timber
Highwayman’s
Marlinspike
Chain Knot
Which hitch is used to attach a rope to a cylindrical object and works best when the standing end is pulled perpendicularly to the knot?
Clove Hitch
Timber Hitch
Highwayman’s Hitch
Marlinspike Hitch
Which hitch is used in nautical activities for heavy pulling of ropes or used to construct rope ladders?
Clove Hitch
Timber Hitch
Highwayman’s Hitch
Marlinspike Hitch
How many ways to tie a clove hitch?
1
2
3
4
