Wood Characteristics Quiz

What is a characteristic of hardwoods?

• They come from evergreen trees.

• They are generally lightweight.

• They lose their leaves every year.

• They grow faster than softwoods.

Where does most oak wood come from?

• South America

• Europe

• Asia

• North America

What is a common use for ash wood?

• Model aircraft

• Furniture making

• Staircases and tool handles

• Kitchen utensils

Which wood is known for being lightweight and easy to shape?

• Oak

• Balsa

• Beech

• Ash

Which softwood is most commonly used due to its availability and ease of manufacturing?

• Cedar

• Spruce

• Pine

• Oak

What is a common use for cedar wood?

• Skirting boards

• Roof tiles

• Musical instruments

• Flooring material

Which type of wood is known for being lightweight and rot-resistant?

• Pine

• Cedar

• Spruce

• MDF

What is a manufactured board made of thin layers of wood called?

• MDF

• Chipboard

• Plywood

• Spruce

Which manufactured board is used for kitchen cupboards and cabinets?

• Plywood

• MDF

• Chipboard

• Cedar

What is a common use for plywood in construction?

• Roofing

• Wall paneling

• Flooring

• All of the above