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A Warped Point of View

Most of the clothing we wear has been created by weaving. How much do you know about the history, patterns, and techniques used in this ancient craft?


 

Quiz ID:#5414
Fun:*** (2.13)
Difficulty:** (1.71)
Category:Hobbies > Crafts
Created By:mosca*us*****

 

 



 



#1   Archaeologists have found traces of weaving from as far back as:







#2   Weaving is mentioned in the Bible.




#3   Weaving is usually done on a device, framework, or contrivance known as a:






#4   The group of lengthwise threads fitted on the weaving device are known collectively as the:






#5   A weaver uses a distaff to place the crosswise threads into the cloth being woven.




#6   In mythology, the goddess Athena changed this woman into a spider because she boasted of being a better weaver than the goddess:






#7   All of the following are patterns used in weaving, except:






#8   A weaving device used by Nordic women, in which the lengthwise threads were stretched by rocks or heavy clay bobs was known as a:






#9   A loom is necessary for all types of weaving.




#10   A weaving technique for making narrow, patterned bands of cloth is known as:






#11   A woven product is mentioned in a Shakespeare play.




 

 


   



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