Carpentry Terms Quiz

What is the purpose of a beam in carpentry?

• To support the area above an opening and the ceiling joists

• To provide a finished look to the roof

• To prevent common rafters from spreading

• To eliminate upward draft in a wall

Which term describes a triangular section cut from the bottom edge of a rafter?

• Crown

• Blocking

• Brace

• Birdsmouth

What is the function of a collar tie?

• To serve as the bottom of a wall

• To give a finished look to the roof

• To prevent common rafters from spreading

• To support door and window headers

Which piece of lumber is used to give support and additional strength to another piece?

• Brace

• Header

• Joist

• Sill

What is the purpose of fireblocks in a wall?

• To provide a junction for walls

• To eliminate upward draft and choke a fire

• To support the ceiling or floor

• To serve as the top of a wall

Which term refers to lumber placed in a wall so that another can be nailed to it?

• Blocking

• Trimmers

• Ridge Board

• Fascia

What is the function of a ridge board in a roof structure?

• To help keep the roof line straight

• To support the area above an opening

• To serve as the bottom of a window opening

• To provide a finished look to the roof

Which term describes the lumber that serves as the bottom of a wall?

• Sole Plate

• Header

• Top Plate

• Cap Plate

What is the purpose of toenailing in carpentry?

• To drive a nail at an angle through two pieces of wood

• To support door and window headers

• To eliminate upward draft in a wall

• To prevent common rafters from spreading

Which term refers to the lumber used to support the ceiling or floor?

• Studs

• Trimmers

• Cripples

• Joists