What are the three types of basic hitches?

• A. Horizontal, Lanyard, Basket
• B. Vertical, Ring, Basket
• C. Vertical, Choker, Slip
• D. Vertical, Choker, Basket

Answer: (D)

The idea being tested is which hitches are considered the standard basic ones used in rope work.

The three basic hitches are vertical, choker, and basket. The vertical hitch is the simplest: a single wrap around the anchor with the rope passing straight and the load pulling on the standing part. It’s quick to tie and easy to untie after you load it.

The choker hitch forms a loop that tightens around the anchor as the load pulls on the rope, effectively “choking” the object. This is handy for attaching to fixed points where you want the rope to grip more tightly as load increases.

The basket hitch uses two wraps around the anchor, creating a small “basket” that distributes the load between the two contact points. This makes it secure and relatively easy to untie after the load is removed, especially with heavier or rounded anchors.

Other named hitches describe different configurations or uses, but they aren’t part of the standard trio of basic hitches.