Ka-Bar

High school (ages 12+)
Making & Design

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/ka-bar

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the blade material?1095 high-carbon steel for superior hardness and edge retention
2. What is the handle construction?Stacked leather washers providing a secure, shock-absorbent grip
3. What is a Ka-Bar knife?The Ka-Bar is a strong combat knife used by U.S. Marines for fighting and everyday tasks in the jungle.
4. Why did Marines use the Ka-Bar during World War II?Marines needed a knife that could cut through jungle, open rations, and defend themselves, so the Ka-Bar was chosen for its toughness and usefulness.

Combat Utility Knife: A fixed-blade knife designed for both combat applications and general utility tasks in military operations.
High-Carbon Steel (1095): A specific type of steel alloy known for its excellent hardness, strength, and ability to hold a sharp edge, making it ideal for blades.
Ergonomic Design: The design of equipment or tools to maximize efficiency and comfort by considering human physical capabilities and limitations.
Ethos: The characteristic spirit, beliefs, or guiding principles of a community, group, or ideology.