Wood Types and Tools Quiz

Which of the following is an example of a hardwood?

• Pine

• Oak

• Spruce

• Cedar

Which of these is a typical softwood used in woodworking?

• Mahogany

• Beech

• Scots Pine

• Ash

What is the main difference between hardwoods and softwoods?

• Hardwoods are always harder than softwoods

• Hardwoods come from deciduous trees, softwoods from conifers

• Softwoods are more expensive than hardwoods

• Softwoods are only used for furniture

Which tool is commonly used for making straight cuts in wood?

• Coping saw

• Tenon saw

• Mallet

• Chisel

Which of the following is NOT a type of hardwood?

• Ash

• Beech

• Larch

• Mahogany

What is the main use of a chisel in woodworking?

• Cutting curves

• Shaping and carving wood

• Measuring wood

• Sanding surfaces

Which tool would you use to smooth the surface of a piece of wood?

• Plane

• Saw

• Hammer

• Screwdriver

Which of these is a correct technique for cutting wood safely?

• Hold the wood loosely

• Cut towards your body

• Secure the wood with a vice or clamp

• Use a blunt saw

Which of the following is a coniferous tree?

• Oak

• Maple

• Spruce

• Walnut

What is the main characteristic of softwoods?

• They have broad leaves

• They grow slowly

• They usually have needles and cones

• They are always softer than hardwoods