Hammocks Quiz

Who were the first people to create hammocks?

• The Aztecs

• The Taino

• The Mayans

• The Incas

What material did the Taino use to make hammocks?

• Wool and silk

• Leather and metal

• Cotton, plant fibers, and tree bark

• Plastic and rubber

What does the word "hammock" come from?

• The Spanish word "hamaca"

• The French word "hamac"

• The Italian word "amaca"

• The German word "hammocke"

Who was the explorer that wrote about hammocks in his journals?

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Marco Polo

• Christopher Columbus

• Vasco da Gama

Why did sailors find the canvas hammocks uncomfortable?

• They were too small

• They lacked airflow

• They were too heavy

• They were too expensive

Who crafted a different type of hammock in 1889?

• Andy Lewis

• Joshua John Ward

• John Smith

• Robert Brown

What material did Joshua John Ward use to make his hammocks?

• Silk

• Wool

• Cotton rope

• Nylon

What is the name of the sport that involves hammocks and thrill-seeking?

• Extreme Hammocking

• Hammock Racing

• Hammock Climbing

• Hammock Jumping

What do athletes use to climb to their destination in extreme hammocking?

• Ladders

• Ropes and pulleys

• Strong straps and special shoes

• Stairs

Which sentence best supports the idea that hammocks have been used to help solve a problem?

• The Taino made the hammocks by weaving together cotton, plant fibers, and tree bark. (paragraph 2)

• Columbus admired how the hanging beds kept sleepers safe from the soggy ground and pesky forest animals. (paragraph 3)

• Gonzalo Fernández de Oviedo y Valdés was another explorer who was fascinated by hammocks. (paragraph 4)

• Today hammocks are not just for relaxing. (paragraph 7)