Wood terminology part 1

What does hardwood come from?

• Deciduous trees

• Conifer trees

• Grass

• Bushes

What is the characteristic of softwoods?

• They have needles

• They drop their leaves

• They grow slower

• They are always hard

What does S4S stand for?

• Sawed on 4 sides

• Sanded on 4 sides

• Surfaced on 4 sides

• Shaped on 4 sides

What is the actual size of a 2x4?

• 2 inches by 4 inches

• 1 inch by 3 inches

• 2.5 inches by 4.5 inches

• 1.5 inches by 3.5 inches

What is a kerf?

• A type of wood

• A sawing technique

• A measurement unit

• The width of a cut made by a saw

What does 'ply' in plywood refer to?

• The number of layers of veneer

• The thickness of the board

• The type of glue used

• The width of the board

What is the purpose of a kiln in woodworking?

• To dry the wood

• To bend the wood

• To cut the wood

• To paint the wood

What is a common defect to look out for in lumber?

• Weight

• Smoothness

• Cup

• Color

What does a combination square do?

• Paints wood

• Measures depth

• Cuts wood

• Glues wood

What is the main characteristic of a back saw?

• It has a flexible blade

• It is electric

• It is used for painting

• It has a stiffened rib to reduce flexing