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WorksheetsReview 1
Total questions: 90
Worksheet time: 45mins
A list of items to be addressed at a business meeting is the:
agenda.
committee reports.
minutes.
treasurer’s report.
When unused, a portable belt sander should be laid:
on its side.
on the belt.
on the handle.
upside down.
What is used to protect the eyes of a welder from the light rays?
electrode flux
safety glasses
welding gloves
welding helmet
Which type of teeth should a saw blade have to make a smooth cut?
broken
coarse
fine
rip
Outdoor wire classified as UF is used to:
bury underground as feeder wire.
provide mechanical protection where the wires enter and leave the ground.
provide service inside buildings in areas with moisture.
wire inside lights.
Where should construction of a building start?
at the bottom
at the top
on the back side
on the front side
In a business meeting, the chairperson displays the symbol of authority by using the:
gavel.
official jacket.
treasurer’s report.
U.S. flag.
What stationary power tool uses a blade with back-and-forth motion to cut metal?
drill press
grinder
power hacksaw
table saw
What type of electrode is most commonly used when welding farm projects?
E6011
E6041
E7084
E8015
Indoor electrical wire used to provide service in areas with moisture or without moisture is classified as:
SE.
TW.
UF.
USE.
If an electric motor requires 5 amperes of electricity and is designed to be used in a 120-volt electrical circuit, how many watts of current will that motor use in one hour? (Formula: W = V × A)
0.25
24
600
900
What type of connector is turned onto wires to make a pigtail splice and to insulate the splice in one operation?
glued
soldered
solderless
welded
If one is unable to use joist hangers to install floor joists, what has to be cut and nailed for the joists to rest on?
ledgers
rafters
studs
top plates
When laying out a building, taking two equal measurements of the diagonal corners means that the four corners are:
not plumb.
not square.
square.
triangles.
Jacob plans to build a birdhouse, a nail box, a toolbox, and a cattle feeder. Which project should be built from the strongest lumber?
birdhouse
cattle feeder
nail box
toolbox
What welder produces a weld that is stronger and freer of corrosion than that of other welders when welding stainless steel or aluminum?
AC SMAW
DC reverse polarity SMAW
DC straight polarity SMAW
TIG
What tool is used to cut curves in wood?
coping saw
crosscut saw
hatchet
miter saw
What effect does a clean and well-organized shop have on the chance of accidents happening as compared to a dirty, disorganized shop?
Accidents will be more likely to occur in a clean shop.
The number of accidents will double in a clean shop.
Accidents will be less likely to occur in a clean shop.
The occurrence of accidents will not be affected.
Moisture in wood or on the wood’s surface will cause paint to:
be brighter.
be smoother.
blister and peel.
last longer.
When a builder is using platform framing, the subfloor is nailed to the:
ledger.
sill.
joist.
rafter.
Compared to entry-level jobs, professional careers usually require:
less education.
licenses and certification.
more manual labor.
outside work and manual labor.
What wire welder is used in industry as an automatic welder?
AC/DC SMAW
MIG
oxyacetylene
TIG
Agricultural mechanics is a branch of:
anatomy.
biology.
chemistry.
physics.
What portable power tool is used to make straight cuts in wood?
circular saw
cordless drill
hacksaw
metal shears
Which is the best tool to cut a "V" in wood so that the top of a flat head screw will be flush with the wood or just below its surface?
countersink
drill bit
pipe reamer
sander
How many sheets of 4' x 8' exterior-grade plywood are needed to cover an exterior wall of a building that is 8' high and 44' long?
11
15
16
22
Where should the bottom saw teeth point on a portable circular saw blade used to cut wood?
toward the rip fence
toward the center of the blade
toward the front of the saw
toward the rear of the saw
Janna discovers a major problem in balloon-type framing is that there is/are no:
ceiling joists for nailing.
pitch to the roof.
platform to stand on.
trimmer studs to cut.
How many square feet of flooring are needed for a 20' × 20' building?
20
50
250
400
Nicole needs to make doors for a birdhouse, a doghouse, a cattle barn, and a storage building. What door should be made from the strongest materials?
birdhouse
cattle barn
doghouse
storage building
Lee used one tool as a plumb, depth gauge, inside and outside try square, level, miter square, and marking gauge. What tool did he use?
combination square
level
plumb bob
try square
What portable power saw is used in tight situations for remodeling work?
circular saw
miter saw
reciprocating saw
table saw
A stationary power tool with abrasive wheels or wire brush wheels used to sharpen tools, shape metal, or remove rust is a:
drill press.
grinder.
hacksaw.
hammer drill.
The tool used to find and transfer various angles is the:
chalk line reel.
level.
T-bevel.
zigzag rule.
The tool used for ripping and prying wood is the:
half ratchet.
rubber mallet.
sledgehammer.
wrecking bar.
The type of sandpaper that should be used to remove the most amount of wood when sanding is:
coarse.
medium.
fine.
very fine.
What saw uses a blade that moves back and forth to cut curves?
band saw
circular saw
jigsaw
table saw
A try square is used to mark:
15° angles.
30° angles.
90° angles.
curves.
When welding a metal project without electrical power available, what type of arc welder should be used?
AC (alternating current)
AC/DC
DC (direct current)
oxyacetylene
The category of agricultural mechanics that includes irrigation and waste disposal is:
electrification, power, and controls.
power machinery operation.
soil and water mechanical practices.
structure, equipment, and facilities.
A ripsaw blade is used to:
cut circles in wood.
cut with the grain of the wood.
drill holes in metal.
make rounded molding.
The proper tool for removing slag from a weld is a:
ball-peen hammer.
chipping hammer.
torch lighter.
wood chisel.
When metal is prepared for welding, it should be:
cleaned.
oiled.
painted.
weighed.
A round- or flat-headed fastener that is threaded the entire length and has a nut is a:
lag screw.
machine bolt.
sheet-metal screw.
stove bolt.
Which procedure guarantees that more than one member wants an item of business brought before the group?
seconding a motion
tabling a motion
calling for a vote
adjourning the meeting
A gasoline fire is a Class B fire because the fuel is a/an:
combustible metal.
flammable liquid.
nonflammable liquid.
ordinary combustible.
Which type of Supervised Agricultural Experience uses the scientific process to discover new knowledge?
Experimental
Service Learning
Entrepreneurship
School-based Enterprise
Metal thickness, electrode size, and welding position are used to decide the:
amperage setting.
brand of welder.
employee's salary.
voltage setting.
Silas moved to make and sell trailers for $400.00 as an FFA fundraiser, but during discussion it became clear further investigation was needed. Hannah places the motion into the hands of a small group for further study by moving to:
amend the motion.
refer the motion to a committee.
call for a division of the house.
adjourn the meeting.
Which book is best for the club parliamentarian to purchase as the authority on parliamentary procedure?
FFA Advisor’s Manual
FFA Student Handbook
N.C. Pesticide Manual
Robert’s Rules of Order
As technology, the number of people, and the number of homes with lawns increase, the agricultural mechanics industry will:
cease to exist.
get smaller.
remain strong.
remain weak.
Which activity gives students the most opportunities to learn the importance of teamwork?
developing skills in parliamentary procedure
memorizing and reciting a creed
preparing and presenting a speech
working on a group project
A hammer drill is used to drill holes in:
masonry.
metal.
plastic.
wood.
What type of bolts should be used as fasteners for lightweight metal structures?
carriage
machine
plow
stove
On a board fence, the fence will be stronger if the:
boards are thinner.
joints are on the same posts.
joints are staggered.
posts are smaller.
Toggle, mercury, silent, rocker arm, and push button are types of:
single-pole switches.
three-way switches.
four-way switches.
five-way switches.
How many traveler wires should be used for two three-way switches?
none
two
three
four
When using two three-way switches and one four-way switch, how many traveler wires should be used?
one
two
four
eight
A Western Union splice is used:
in the western part of the United States.
where four or more wires are joined.
where strength is required in a splice.
with wire nuts.
How many watts make up a kilowatt?
10
20
90
1,000
What is the unit of measurement of electrical pressure?
kilowatt
ohm
resistance
volt
What is the amperage rating of an electrical device that uses 8 kilowatts of electricity when operated for 10 hours in a 120-volt circuit?
5.00
5.33
6.67
8.00
Outdoor electrical wire used underground as feeder wire is classified as:
DC.
SE or SEU.
TW.
UF
Which electrical device receives only one plug?
15-amp 240-volt receptacle
duplex receptacle
power strip
three-outlet extension cord
If a project is made using both wood and metal, the wood should be fastened to the metal by using:
bolts
glue
nails
welding
If Steve is using a builder’s level to lay out a building, the degree reading when the telescope is turned to mark a corner should be:
15°
30°
45°
90°
What type of welder is best for welding thin steel?
AC
DC
MIG
TIG
The TIG (tungsten inert gas) welding process uses a nonconsumable electrode and:
calcium or lime
carbon dioxide
helium or argon
nitrogen
A current-carrying conductor under electrical pressure is a/an:
fuse
hot wire
insulator
neutral wire
Outdoor wire classified as SE or SEU is used to:
bring electrical service into buildings
bury underground as feeder wire
provide mechanical protection where the wires enter and leave the ground
provide service inside of buildings in areas with moisture
What is a device used to protect circuits from an overload of current?
fuse
hot wire
insulator
neutral wire
Which material will allow electrons to flow readily?
conductor
insulator
plastic
vinyl
What material is a conductor of electricity?
copper
glass
insulation
plastic
If the local rate for electricity is $0.13 per kilowatt-hour, how much should the electric bill be for 120 kilowatt-hours?
$2.50
$6.80
$15.60
$20.40
An example of an analytical Supervised Agricultural Experience is:
working for a plumber.
building garden sheds for homeowners.
restoring a tractor with other FFA members at school.
studying why different types of lighting systems are used in farm buildings.
Who is responsible for constructing terraces to control erosion?
builder
electrician
lawn equipment mechanic
soil conservationist
A person who must be skilled in checking machinery for quality is a/an:
accountant.
inspector.
sales representative.
teacher.
During a chapter discussion of a motion to sell fruit, it became apparent that a small group could better make the decision. How can members appoint a group to act for the chapter?
by calling for a division of assembly
by rising to a point of order
by moving to refer to a committee
by taking the motion to sell fruit from the table
The major advantage of using parliamentary procedure in a business meeting is that:
a small minority can control the meeting.
business is conducted fairly and quickly.
students learn how the courts work.
teachers have more control over meetings.
As a committee chairperson, Lori helped develop the Chapter Program of Activities. The things she learned can best be used later in an agricultural engineering association to:
conduct safety inspections.
cook and serve food.
keep financial records.
set goals and develop plans.
Which fire extinguisher is good for only wood fires?
carbon dioxide (CO₂) extinguisher
dry chemical extinguisher
foam extinguisher
pressurized water extinguisher
The two things that combine to cause hearing damage from noise are the hours exposed and the level of noise measured in:
ohms.
decibels.
foot-pounds.
liters.
To help avoid mistakes and to reduce the amount of wasted materials, a good rule to follow is:
measure once, cut twice.
measure twice, cut once.
measure with three different tapes.
saw out the marked line.
The type of handsaw used to cut wood with the grain is a:
combination saw.
coping saw.
hand crosscut saw.
hand ripsaw.
What color in the safety color code is used to improve visibility by highlighting edges of machines?
ivory
orange
red
yellow
What color in the safety color code identifies the location of safety and first aid equipment?
blue
green
orange
red
What pliers are used to reach into recessed areas?
long-nose pliers
side-cutting pliers
slip-joint pliers
vise-grip pliers
What is the proper procedure to use if an electrode sticks to metal?
Decrease amperage.
Increase amperage.
Move the electrode holder back and forth.
Use a smaller diameter electrode.
The seasonal nature of agriculture plays a major role in what area when one is considering a construction or repair job?
brand of building materials
building supply company being used
quality of work
time of year
If a builder uses precut studs for platform-type framing, the lumber needed for a door header is two pieces measuring:
1" × 4".
1" × 6".
2" × 4".
2" × 10".
