Advanced Carpentry and Joinery Quiz: Roofs, Timber Paint Systems, and Calculations

Which roof type is characterized by sloping ends and sides meeting at a ridge?

• Gable-ended roof
• Hipped roof
• Lean-to roof
• Mansard roof

What is the primary purpose of knotting in a timber paint system?

• To provide a smooth surface
• To seal knots and prevent resin bleed
• To improve paint adhesion
• To add color to the timber

Which roof component provides the main structural support for the roof covering?

• Fascia
• Wall plate
• Truss rafters
• Battens

What is the main advantage of water-based gloss paint over solvent-based gloss paint?

• It provides a harder finish
• It cleans up more easily with water
• It has better coverage
• It lasts longer

In a typical paint system for exterior timber, what comes immediately after the primer?

• Knotting
• Undercoat
• Gloss
• Sealant

Which of the following is NOT a primary reason for using thermal insulation in a roof?

• Reduces heat loss
• Improves structural integrity
• Reduces energy bills
• Prevents condensation

What is the purpose of wall plate straps in a roof structure?

• To support the fascia
• To secure the wall plate to the wall
• To hold insulation in place
• To attach the battens

Which roof type would be most suitable for a small extension at the back of a house?

• Hipped roof
• Gable-ended roof
• Lean-to roof
• Mansard roof

What is the main function of the fascia board on a roof?

• To support the roof tiles
• To provide ventilation
• To support the guttering and give a neat edge to the roofline
• To insulate the roof space

In roof construction, what is the purpose of battens or lathes?

• To support the ridge
• To provide a fixing point for tiles or slates
• To seal the roof against water ingress
• To support the fascia board