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final carpentry review

Total questions: 71

Worksheet time: 51mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Long, narrow fibers called ____ form the cells of wood

a)

lignins

b)

phloem

c)

cellulites

d)

tracheids

2.

The lumber used for studs. rafters, and most other framing members is referred to as ____ lumber.

a)

rough

b)

dimension

c)

board

d)

manufactured

3.

Basic classifications of ___ grading include boards, dimension, and timbers.

a)

hardwood ply

b)

softwood ply

c)

hardwood

d)

softwood

4.

Which of the following is not a feature of particleboard?

a)

Attractive grain when finished

b)

Smooth Surface

c)

Freedom from warping

d)

Dimensional stability

5.

For safe operation of a power tool, you must ____

a)

know how it works

b)

know the correct way to use it

c)

be wide and awake

d)

all of the above

6.

for safety when using a portable circular saw, depth of cut should be adjusted to the thickness of the stock, plus about (a)  

7.

Cordless portable drills are powered by rechargeable ___ batteries

a)

lead-acid

b)

alkaline

c)

lithium-ion

d)

silver sulfide

8.

When using a radial arm saw a(n) (a)   " margin of safety should be maintained of between the operators hands and the path of the saw blades.

9.

which of the following is not a job that can be done with leveling instruments?

a)

Laying out square corners

b)

Finding grade levels and elevations

c)

Determining plumb (vertical) lines

d)

Laying out curved contours.

10.

The reference point of all elevations established on the building site is called the ___

a)

benchmark

b)

level station

c)

reference gradient

d)

marking point

11.

Finding the difference in the grade level between several points is called ____

a)

grading

b)

calibrating

c)

grade leveling

d)

grade skating

12.

Studs that are not full length due to a wall opening are called ____ studs

a)

trimmer

b)

short

c)

cripple

d)

jack

13.

To provide extra ___. 2x6 studs are sometimes used in colder climates.

a)

insulation space

b)

rigidity

c)

soundproofing

d)

snow load capacity

14.

In single-story construction, a ___ is usually used to make sure well sections are plumb.

a)

carpenters level

b)

framing square

c)

plumb bob

d)

level transit

15.

____ studs stiffen the sides of a rough opening and bear the direct weight of the header.

a)

cripple

b)

trimmer

c)

header

d)

master

16.

wood shingles are made from

a)

cypress

b)

western red cedar

c)

redwood

d)

all of the above

17.

Factors to consider when selecting roofing materials include____

a)

initial cost

b)

durability

c)

maintenance

d)

all of the above

18.

The amount of roofing material needed to provide 100sq ft or coverage is called a

a)

square

b)

bundle

c)

lot

d)

none of the above

19.

The term ____ refers to a waterway built into the roof surface over the cornice

a)

gutter

b)

downspout

c)

fascia

d)

eaves trough

20.

Underlayment applied to a roof ___

a)

protects the sheathing from moisture until shingles are laid

b)

helps prevent wind-driven rain and snow from entering

c)

prevents contact between shingles and resinous areas in the sheathing

d)

all of the above

21.

Laminated architectural shingles require a minimum of ____ nails per strip

a)

two

b)

three

c)

four

d)

six

22.

which of the following are basic types of windows?

a)

Sliding

b)

Swinging

c)

Fixed

d)

All of the above

23.

Windows that are hinged on the side and open outward are called ____

a)

side-swing

b)

casement

c)

jalousie

d)

hopper

24.

A(n) ___ window is hinged along the bottom and swings inward.

a)

hopper

b)

awning

c)

casement

d)

jalousie

25.

Skylights can be effectively used in ____

a)

bathroom

b)

stairwells

c)

attics

d)

all of the above

26.

main entrance doors are generally ____ wide

a)

2'-6"

b)

3'-0"

c)

3'-6"

d)

None of the above

27.

The ____ is the main trim member along the edge of a roof.

a)

cornice

b)

rake

c)

fascia board

d)

None of the above

28.

To provide the proper tilt for the first course of bevel siding, a ___ strip must be installed.

a)

course

b)

spacer

c)

cant

d)

beveling

29.

Knots are separations along the grain and between the annular growth rings

a)

true

b)

false

30.

hardboard is generally more dense than particleboard

a)

true

b)

false

31.

hardboard is made of refined wood fibers that are pressed together to form a hard, dense material

a)

true

b)

false

32.

plywood with a veneer core is less costly than plywood with a lumber core.

a)

true

b)

false

33.

softwood lumber comes from evergreen or needle bearing trees.

a)

true

b)

false

34.

a tools power switch should always be in the "off" position before the tool is plugged unto an electrical outlet.

a)

true

b)

false

35.

saber saw blades should be selected so that they will have at least two teeth in contact with the work at all times.

a)

true

b)

false

36.

a router bit revolves in a counterclock wise direction.

a)

true

b)

false

37.

routers cannot be used to cut through material

a)

true

b)

false

38.

a laser level system allows for one worker to make most leveling and plumbing operations.

a)

true

b)

false

39.

leveling instruments must be used to lay out building lines for any size project.

a)

true

b)

false

40.

a line of sight is always a straight line.

a)

true

b)

false

41.

building sites may slope up or down from level to level.

a)

true

b)

false

42.

a benchmark is also known as the datum.

a)

true

b)

false

43.

when a roof frame is formed with trusses, a ceiling frame is not required.

a)

true

b)

false

44.

ceiling joists usually run across the narrow dimension of a structure.

a)

true

b)

false

45.

on wide window and door openings, the header often is extended all the way up to the plate.

a)

true

b)

false

46.

a built up roof is fabricated onsite.

a)

true

b)

false

47.

materials on roofs with low slopes can be less watertight than those of steep slopes.

a)

true

b)

false

48.

exposure is a measurement of the durability of a roofing material.

a)

true

b)

false

49.

for shingle installation, most manufacturers, recommend 12 gauge galvanized nails with barbed shanks.

a)

true

b)

false

50.

asphalt shingles are the most common type in use today.

a)

true

b)

false

51.

one piece flashing is required around chimneys.

a)

true

b)

false

52.

flashing around chimneys consists of two parts : base and cap.

a)

true

b)

false

53.

for best results, roll roofing should not be applied when the temperature is lower than 55f

a)

true

b)

false

54.

special precautions should be taken when working on pitched roofs

a)

true

b)

false

55.

most window units are installed from the outside

a)

true

b)

false

56.

no more than 1/4 clearance should be allowed for the height of a window rough opening.

a)

true

b)

false

57.

to properly install a window, the rough opening must be plumb, level, and the correct size.

a)

true

b)

false

58.

when replacing a window unit, outside trim should be bedded in mastic to eliminate entry by insects.

a)

true

b)

false

59.

if rough opening dimensions for a door are not on the plans, they can be found in the manufacturers literature.

a)

true

b)

false

60.

most wood shingles are made in random widts.

a)

true

b)

false

61.

plywood siding is made from interior grade plywood

a)

true

b)

false

62.

an open cornice exposes the rafters and underside of roof sheathing.

a)

true

b)

false

63.

plywood siding is usually applied with the sheets running horizontally.

a)

true

b)

false

64.

lumber is (a)   by being placed in ovens to control humidity

65.

to determine knot size, measure length and width, then (a)   by two.

66.

wood screws have greater (a)   power than nails.

67.

the (a)   dimensions of a 2 x 4 piece of lumber to be used as a stud are 1 1 x 2" x 3 1/2"

68.

Never force any of the (a)   on a builder's level or level transit as they should turn easily by hand.

69.

(a)   for partitions are marked on the floor with a chalk line.

70.

headers are formed by nailing two or three members together with a (a)   inch spacer between them

71.

since they swing inward (a)   windows are easy to wash and maintain