Hand Tools, Fasteners, and Hardware Pretest

Which of the following terms is a brand name rather than the tool name?

• Allen wrench

• Vises grips

• Aviation cutters

• Brad-point bit

A _____ is classified as a layout tool.

• plumb bob

• utility knife

• clamp

• brick set

_____ are used to align holes to insert a pin.

• Chisels

• Boring tools

• Screwdrivers

• Punches

A bit is a _____.

• saw

• boring tool

• wrecking tool

• layout tool

_____ means to fasten two or more flat pieces together with adhesive.

• Laminate

• Bond coat

• Stamp

• MDF

The term for the long stem part of a nail or screw is the _____.

• pole

• rod

• shank

• shaft

The unit of measure used to designate the length of most nails is the _____.

• nickel

• spike

• head

• penny

Which of the following nails is most commonly used for light household construction?

• Hinge nails

• Box nails

• Duplex nails

• Finishing nails

A _____ is a fastener with a square head or hex head with threads on just the last inch of the shank.

• machine bolt

• stove bolt

• plow bolt

• carriage screw

_____ are used to reinforce joints in wood and metal.

• Gussets

• Strap hinges

• Hasps

• Flush plates