Make a bight as before. Then lead the end around back of the standing part and down through the bight.
After these preliminary steps, the prospective tenderfoot may proceed to learn the required knots.
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Square or Reef Knot.
The commonest knot for tying two ropes together. Frequently used in first-aid bandaging. Never slips or jams; easy to untie.
False Reef or Granny.
If the ends are not crossed correctly when making the reef knot, the false reef or granny is the result. This knot is always bad.