Knots

Question 1

Use of a reef knot

Answer 1

Used to join together two ropes with approx equal size

Question 2

Use of a figure of eight

Answer 2

Used to stop a line from un-reeling through a block

Question 3

Use of a clove hitch

Answer 3

Used to secure to a rail when pull is 90 degrees

Question 4

Use of a rolling hitch

Answer 4

Used to secure a spar or similar fitting where the expected pull is to be from either side

Question 5

Use of round turn and two half hitches

Answer 5

Used to secure a heavy load

Question 6

Sheet bend and double sheet bend

Answer 6

Used to secure to secure two ropes of different size

Question 7

Bowline

Answer 7

Used to form a temporary eye. Join heaving line to a berthing hawser

Question 8

Lorry drivers hitch

Answer 8

Used as a means of gaining purchase on a line

Question 9

Highwayman’s hitch

Answer 9

Used to make secure a rope with a quick release