WorksheetsQuiz on Wood Types and Characteristics
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the term used for cutting down a tree?
Logging
Felling
Chopping
Harvesting
What is a characteristic of evergreen trees?
They lose their leaves in winter
They keep their needles all year round
They grow in tropical climates
They have broad leaves
What is the growth rate of a native British oak tree?
10 to 20 years
30 to 50 years
80 to 120 years
150 to 200 years
What tool is traditionally used for felling trees?
Chainsaw
Axe
Hammer
Drill
Which hardwood is described as having an interesting and variable grain?
Ash
Beech
Oak
Balsa
What is a characteristic of Balsa wood?
Tough and durable
Very soft and spongy
Easily worked
Shock resistant
What is a common use for Balsa wood?
Flooring
High end furniture
Prototyping and modelling
Sports equipment
What is a characteristic of softwood compared to hardwood?
More porous cell structure
Less porous cell structure
More colours available
Less sustainable
Which softwood is known for its good water resistance?
Pine
Spruce
Larch
Cedar
Which softwood has a pale yellow to pale brown appearance?
Larch
Pine
Spruce
Cedar
What is a common use for spruce softwood?
Flooring
Decking
Construction
Roofing
From the manufactured boards listed above, which would you select to construct a shelf unit in a shower room?
Medium density fibreboard (MDF)
Plywood
Chipboard
Solid wood
Which type of wood is commonly used for making musical instruments?
Oak
Maple
Balsa
Pine
What is a common characteristic of hardwood trees?
They are soft and light
They grow quickly
They have broad leaves
They are evergreen
What is a common use for oak wood?
Model aeroplanes
Furniture making
Paper production
Insulation
