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LESSONS IN AGRICULTURE 



3. Names of the useful knots: 



a. The single loop. 



b. The overhand knot. 



c. The overhand knot repeated. Used to keep the 



FIG. 49. USEFUL KNOTS 



rope from slipping before making the square knot in 

 tying bundles. 



d. The square or reef knot. A strong knot which 

 will not untie by pulling, but which can be easily broken 

 and untied. 



e. The loop knot. Used in making a halter that 

 will not slip. 



f. The figure of 8 knot. 



