Which term describes the practice of wrapping the sling around the load to create a choke at the top?

• A. Choke hitch
• B. Basket hitch
• C. Vertical hitch
• D. Eye hitch

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is the choke hitch. When the sling is looped around the load and the running end is brought back through the wrap, a tight constriction forms at the top—the choke. As you lift, that constriction tightens and the sling bites into the load, increasing friction so the sling grips securely and is less likely to slip off. This is especially useful for round or awkward-shaped loads where a simple single-point connection wouldn’t hold. Other hitches work differently: a basket hitch cradles the load with a broader wrap, a vertical hitch runs straight up from a single point, and an eye hitch uses an eye attachment rather than wrapping to create a top choke. So, the practice described is the choke hitch.