Carpentry 1 Module 2 Exam Review Part 1

The term quarter-sawed means _________.

• the log is cut into four equal lengths before it is cut into lumber

• the lumber is cut with the growth rings at an angle greater than 45 degrees

• the lumber is classified as softwood

• only one-fourth of the tree is used

Lumber inspection criteria is defined by __________________.

• the carpenter who buys it

• the U.S. Department of Commerce

• the building supply company that sells it

• the architect

Light framing lumber is classified as _____ lumber.

• dimensional

• common

• rough

• shiplapped

Which grade of hardboard can be used in exterior applications?

• Pegboard

• Tempered

• Particleboard

• Standard

Which of these types of engineered lumber would be more likely to be used for millwork than as support beams?

• LSL

• PSL

• LVL

• Glulam

Which of the following is not recommended when cutting pressure-treated lumber?

• Burn any scrap pieces.
• Wash skin that is exposed to the sawdust
• Wash clothing that is exposed to sawdust separately from other clothing
• Wear eye protection and a dust mask.

Which is not an advantage of working with wood?

• It is free from rust and corrosion.

• Consistent uniformity

• It is easily worked

• It has durability and beauty

Coniferous trees are called softwood trees have ________.

• Leaves that fall off each fall

• Growth rings

• Needle and are cone bearing

• Heartwood

Deciduous trees are called hardwood trees have ________.

• Leaves that fall off each fall

• Growth rings

• Needle and are cone bearing

• Heartwood

How many categories is softwood graded into?

• 1-Dimensional lumber

• 2- Dimensional lumber, Boards

• 3- Dimensional lumber, Boards, and Timbers

• 4-Dimensional lumber, Boards, Timbers, and Beams