Module 27102 Exam: Building Materials, Fasteners, and Adhesives

Wood fibers are bound together by a substance called _____.

• lignin

• lanolin

• lignite

• lactose

Which of the following is not an advantage of wood as a building material?

• It is relatively light in weight, but durable.

• It is easily worked.

• It is immune to damage from insects and weather.

• It is immune to corrosion.

The term quarter-sawed means _____.

• only one-fourth of the tree is used

• the lumber is classified as softwood

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

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

Light framing lumber is classified as _____.

• dimension lumber

• common lumber

• rough lumber

• shiplapped lumber

Which of these core materials is most common in softwood plywood?

• Veneer

• Particleboard

• Lumber

• Fiberboard

Which grade of hardboard can be used in exterior applications?

• Standard

• Particleboard

• Tempered

• Pegboard

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

• Glulam

• LVL

• PSL

• LSL

What type of engineered lumber product is shown in the image?

• Glulam beams

• Wood I-beams

• LVL joists

• Structural HDO rafters

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

• Wear eye protection and a dust mask

• Burn any scrap pieces

• Follow manufacturer instructions

• Wash skin that is exposed to the sawdust

Which of the following statements about work gloves is not true?

• They should be worn whenever hand injuries are possible.

• The size of the gloves does not matter.

• They should be removed when working with rotating machinery.

• They are considered personal protective equipment.