Carpentry test

What is the best way to install drywall vertically

• Cut edges should be placed in the corners

• The height of the drywall should be around 1/8 inch short of the ceiling

• End joint should fall on the same stud

• Pre-bowing will increase the number of screws needed

Which of these tools is most commonly used to cut drywall?

• Crosscut saw

   

• Rip saw

• Chop saw

• Utility knife

Which statement(s) accurately describe the correct application of drywall on walls horizontally 

• Butt joints should not be staggered

• A beveled edge should not be installed next to a cut edge.

• The bottom drywall panel should be installed first

• For walls more than 8'-1" high, drywall is always installed vertically

Which of these may be appropriate when laying wood flooring?

• In remodeling, the base shoe usually is removed before laying a floor.

• Flooring laid in the direction of the longest dimension usually looks the best.

• In new construction, casings and base are usually not installed until after the floor is laid.

   

• All of the above

Which of these is the first step in installing windows?

 

• Flash the head casing.

   

• Caulk the backside of the casing or nail flange.

• Center the window in the opening.

• Check the size of the rough opening.

The top and bottom horizontal members of a wall frame are called______.

• Plates

• Sills

• Jacks

• Trimmers

Which types of insulation is most commonly used between trusses and ceiling joist?

• Loose fill Insulation

• Reflective foil

• Duct Insulation

• Pipe Insulation

Which of these procedures may be appropriate when applying house-wrap?

• House-wrap is commonly caulked at the seams

• House-wrap should be installed to shed water toward the surface.

• House-wrap should be tucked under all flashings.

• House-wrap seams should not be taped

Which of these is the correct procedure for attaching trusses to the wall plate?

• Fasten the bottom chord to the plate with 16d common nails.

• Fasten the bottom chord to the plate with a metal framing tie.

• Fasten the top chord to the plate with 10d common nails

• Fasten the web to the plate with 10d common nails.

Which of these bests describes load bearing walls?

• Load bearing walls only have a single plate.

• Load bearing walls run parallel to the joists.

• Load bearing walls must be built first.

• Load bearing walls provide structural support.