Building a Lumber Shed

Building a Lumber Shed

Assessment

Interactive Video

Architecture, Design, Life Skills

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

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Ustus returns from the junkyard to continue building his lumber shed. He and Preston prepare to drill holes for bolts to assemble the framework. They emphasize the importance of strong assembly to prevent the structure from leaning. Ustus expresses his anticipation for completing the second story and the satisfaction it will bring. The video concludes with plans to finish bolting and move on to constructing the deck.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What materials did Ustus bring back from the junkyard?

Bolts

Locust posts

Wooden planks

Nails

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tool is Preston asked to have ready for the task?

Hammer

Saw

Drill

Wrench

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to ensure strong connections in the shed?

To make it look aesthetically pleasing

To make it easier to dismantle

To prevent it from leaning and falling over

To save on materials

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge mentioned about drilling the holes?

The noise it makes

Finding the right spot

The time and effort required

The cost of the drill

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the height of the first floor of the shed?

16 feet

12 feet

10 feet

14 feet

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Ustus's next step after completing the first floor?

Painting the shed

Building the roof

Installing windows

Constructing the upstairs floor

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Ustus feel about completing the lumber shed?

Indifferent

Disappointed

Excited and satisfied

Worried

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Ustus anticipate from the completed shed?

It will be a temporary structure

It will be a community center

It will be a source of income

It will provide long-term benefits