Tell how to tie a taut line hitch.

• A. Pass line around tent stake (or hole). Bring the end under and over the standing part of the line to form a loop, then twice through the loop. Again, bring the rope end under, over, and through the loop but further up the standing part. Work any slack out of the knot. Slide the hitch to tighten or loosen the line.
• B. Tie line around once and pull tight, then finish with a simple overhand knot.
• C. Wrap the line around once around the stake and pull tight, then secure with a second knot.
• D. Form a fixed loop by threading the line through itself and pulling tight.

Answer: (A)