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Carpentry EOPA Part 2

Total questions: 53

Worksheet time: 27mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Complete the following statement with the BEST choice. 

To calculate the pitch of a roof one must divide the ____________by the ____________ 

a)

Rise, run  

b)

Slope, length 

c)

Run, rise 

d)

Length, slope 

2.

What is the primary purpose of following industry standards during the installation of wood shingles and miter corners? 

a)

To jeopardize project quality 

b)

To ensure long term performance 

c)

To ignore best practices 

d)

To delay projection completion 

3.

Plans call for 12’ pilasters, in the corners and at third points around the perimeter of the foundation of the structure measuring 91’ x 85’. What are the measurements center line to centerline between the pilasters on the short and long sides? 

a)

26’ & 28’ 

b)

27’4” & 29’4” 

c)

28’4” & 30’4” 

d)

28’ & 30’ 

4.

The International Residential Code (IRC) requires a step to be no greater than 7 ¾" with a tread depth of no less than 10”. What are the minimum number of treads and the minimum length of the stairway that is 10’6” from floor to floor? 

a)

15 treads, 12’6”

b)

16 treads, 13’4” 

c)

14 treads, 11’8”

d)

12 treads, 10’ 

5.

What type of saw is BEST to cut moldings? 

a)

Circular saw 

b)

Chain saw 

c)

A power or hand miter saw 

d)

Snips 

6.

Every opening must have a support on how many sides? 

a)

3

b)

4

c)

2

d)

2 or 3

7.

In high wind areas, how often should hurricanes ties be installed, tying the rafter to the double top plates? 

a)

At every rafter

b)

24 inches on center 

c)

48 inches on center 

d)

72 inches on center 

8.

Which softwood is often used for window frames, door jamb and exterior trim in residential construction? 

a)

Hemlock

b)

Douglas Fir

c)

White Pine

d)

Cedar

9.

Complete the following statement with the BEST choice. 

Roof sheathing should always be _______________ row to row 

a)

Taped

b)

Water-proofed

c)

Staggered

d)

Nailed

10.

What is a typical use of cherry hardwood in residential construction? 

a)

Roof trussed 

b)

Exterior decking 

c)

Interior cabinetry and furniture 

d)

Basement insulation 

11.

Complete the following statement with the BEST choice. 

Shop built or manufactured forms shall be ____________ to enable reuse. 

a)

Handled

b)

Cleaned

c)

Discarded

d)

Both handle and cleaned 

12.

Toe boards must be used on work platforms when working over what height? 

a)

4 ft 

b)

6 ft 

c)

8 ft 

d)

10 ft 

13.

Which of the following is typically NOT used as a benchmark in construction projects? 

a)

Permanent survey monuments 

b)

Manholes or utility access points 

c)

GPS coordinates 

d)

Temporary stakes or flags 

14.

With single 2X trimmers on each side of a rough opening, how much longer should a header be built for the rough opening size? 

a)

¾" 

b)

1 ½"

c)

2 ½" 

d)

3"

15.

A rafter with a 6 in 12 pitch in said to have a slope what? 

a)

6 run 12 rise 

b)

0.75 

c)

0.5 

d)

72 

16.

What is the minimum width of a stairwell with one handrail?

a)

27"

b)

30"

c)

32"

d)

36"

17.

When setting up a Builder's Level on concrete, what methods ensure the base doesn't move?

a)

Setting up on plywood

b)

Duct Tape, Tape Measure

c)

Decking boards on top of concrete

d)

Thick cardboard or triangular wood base

18.

Complete the following statement with the BEST choice

Before framing roof openings for dormers, rafters or joist need to be ________ for__________

a)

checked, capacity

b)

modified, openings

c)

marked, slope

d)

aligned, windows

19.

Which factor should guide the installation process of gypsum board?

a)

Personal Preference

b)

Social Media posts

c)

Costing savings

d)

Project plans

20.

Why is it important to follow blueprints when installing gypsum board?

a)

So proper fire ratings are maintained where they are required

b)

To decrease project complexity

c)

To reduce waste

d)

To reduce project costs

21.

Complete the following statement with the BEST choice. 

The simplest method to lay out a rafter is to step off the layout in ________ increments.

a)

1"

b)

6"

c)

equal

d)

1 foot

22.

What is a common application of teak hardwood in residential construction?

a)

Window frames

b)

Interior paneling

c)

Decking and outdoor furniture

d)

Attic insulation

23.

When installing crown molding or other trims, what type of tool is used to measure?

a)

Tape Measure

b)

Folding Ruler

c)

Square

d)

Yard Stick

24.

In a window schedule, what does the abbreviation "W x H" typically represent?

a)

Window Width x Height

b)

Water Header

c)

Window Hardware

d)

Wall Height

25.

What is the maximum gap between a grinding wheel and tool rest on a bench grinder?

a)

0"

b)

1/16"

c)

1/8"

d)

3/16

26.

What is the maximum deflection of a floor joist be (in inches) when installing ceramic tile?

a)

L in inches/120

b)

L in inches/180

c)

L in inches/240

d)

L in inches/360

27.

The plans call for support columns to be no more than 12' center to center, equally spaced, in each direction. How many columns and piers are required on a project whose dimensions are 64' x 44'?

a)

35

b)

32

c)

36

d)

38

28.

Complete the following statement with the BEST choice. 

Sheath on a roof should always have ______ bearing on a rafter or joist at each end.

a)

at least equal

b)

full

c)

partial

d)

3/8"

29.

What direction should a joist crown be installed?

a)

With the crown up

b)

With the crown down

c)

With the crown to the right

d)

With the crown to the left

30.

When laying out a foundation all measurements originate from which of the following?

a)

Using your laser level

b)

The benchmark

c)

Using batterboards

d)

The property line

31.

Which type of molding is typically installed horizontally on the wall surface, dividing it into upper and lower sections?

a)

Baseboards

b)

Chair rail

c)

Crown molding

d)

Casing

32.

What is the primary reason for following manufacturer recommendations during siding installation?

a)

To decrease projection completion

b)

To overlook quality control

c)

to ensure product durability and comply with product warranties

d)

To reduce project costs

33.

If the exterior walls are 24" apart and are 10' high, what are the rise and run of the roof if the peak is 16"

a)

6/12

b)

10/24

c)

12/6

d)

10/12

34.

Use the Pythagorean theorem to calculate the diagonal distance between opposite corners to determine the squareness of a footing with dimensions 120' x 160'

a)

220 feet

b)

210 feet

c)

230 feet

d)

200 feet

35.

Complete the following statement with the BEST choice. 

The width of any ______ should be added to calculate the length of the rafter

a)

sheathing

b)

firestops

c)

overhang

d)

soffit boards

36.

What is the maximum height of the work surface when using ladder jacks?

a)

12 ft

b)

16 ft

c)

20 ft

d)

25 ft

37.

Complete the following statement with the BEST choice. 

Nails, stakes and ties shall be removed from forms ______

a)

When sorting

b)

When directed

c)

For safety

d)

Prior to reuse

38.

What is a common use of cedar softwood in residential construction?

a)

Roof sheathing

b)

Interior paneling

c)

Exterior siding and trim

d)

Flooring

39.

What type of defect in lumber is characterized by irregularly shaped cavities or holes caused by insects?

a)

Checks

b)

Wane

c)

Decayed

d)

Insect Damage

40.

What does the abbreviation "OC" commonly stand for"

a)

Overhang Clearance

b)

On Center

c)

Outer Corner

d)

Off Cut

41.

What is the first step in ensuring that a window frame is installed correctly according to the project blueprint and manufacturer's standardd?

a)

Check the rough opening for correct dimensions and levelness before installation

b)

Install the window sash into the frame to ensure it fits before securing the frame

c)

Immediately secure the frame with nails to the rough opening

d)

Apply caulking around the perimeter of the opening before placing the frame

42.

What is the recommended tolerance when installing corner boards, moldings or metal/vinyl corners?

a)

1/4"

b)

1/8"

c)

1/2"

d)

1'

43.

What is the minimum ratio of a cantilevered floor joist?

a)

1 FT of Cantilevered per 2 FT of Backspan

b)

1 FT of Cantilevered per 3 FT of Backspan

c)

1 FT of Cantilevered per 4 FT of Backspan

d)

1 FT of Cantilevered per 5 FT of Backspan

44.

When installing folding doors, why is it most important to follow industry and manufacturers' and standards?

a)

To ensure proper closure

b)

To ensure there is enough room for door operation

c)

To create eye appeal within the project

d)

All answer choices are correct

45.

If the exterior walls of a house are 32' apart and are 12' high, what are the rise and run of the roof if peak is 18"

a)

12/16

b)

6/16

c)

16/6

d)

12/32

46.

Which of the following is NOT typically found in drawing notes and specifications?

a)

Material requirements

b)

Tolerances

c)

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

d)

Engineering calculations

47.

Which type of drawing view would be most helpful in determining the thickness of a wall in a building?

a)

Plan view

b)

Elevation view

c)

Section view

d)

Isometric view

48.

What is the PRIMARY purpose of measuring, cutting and installing gypsum board?  

a)

To cause delays in the construction project 

b)

To experiment with various methods of installation 

c)

To ensure the product is installed correctly and meets the codes 

d)

To help create short cuts, saving time 

 

49.

When constructing a built-in, where can one find specified sizes, shapes and finishes? 

a)

Builders can use personal judgment for these elements, so they are not specified anywhere 

b)

Written on the drywall for where the built-in will be placed 

c)

Project blueprints or plans 

d)

Owners decide these elements, SO the builder should leave them unfinished 

 

50.

When installing accessories, how should the carpenter find their intended locations? 

a)

. By looking on the accessory box

b)

Accessories do not have intended locations

c)

By watching a video on the topic By watching a video on the topic 

d)

By viewing project blueprints or plans 

51.

How much should end joints be offset between rows when installing subfloor or roof decking?

a)

16 inches

b)

19.2 inches

c)

32 inches

d)

48 inches

52.

According to the manufacturer's recommendations, when should adhesive NOT be used before installing a subfloor over wood joists?

a)

With crawlspace applications

b)

With basement applications

c)

With slab on grade applications

d)

When installing subfloor in attic spaces

53.

To lay out a common rafter, what roof measurement does one need to know

a)

Pitch

b)

Rise

c)

Run

d)

Area