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Basic Hand Tools Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 15mins

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Class
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1.

What is the best way to grip a hammer for control and power?

a)

Near the head of the hammer

b)

In the middle of the handle

c)

Near the end of the handle

d)

However feels comfortable

2.

What is the proper way to start a nail with a hammer?

a)

Hit it as hard as possible right away

b)

Use controlled taps to start, then increase force

c)

Hold the nail sideways and hit it

d)

Push the nail in with your hand first

3.

True or False: You should always force the saw through the wood for a faster cut.

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4.

When using a saw, what is the best way to start a cut?

a)

Use a quick downward stroke

b)

Start with a light back-and-forth motion

c)

Push down hard while sawing

d)

Hold the saw at a steep angle and go fast

5.

True or False: A coping saw is best for making straight cuts in thick wood.

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6.

What is the best way to keep control while sawing?

a)

Let the saw do the work and use steady, even strokes

b)

Push the saw as hard as possible

c)

Use short, quick strokes with a lot of pressure

d)

Hold the saw loosely and move it randomly

7.

What should you do to prevent stripping a screw?

a)

Use the largest screwdriver available

b)

Match the screwdriver size to the screw head

c)

Use a power drill on full speed

d)

Twist the screwdriver quickly without pressure

8.

True or False: Turning a screwdriver clockwise will always loosen a screw.

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9.

What should you do before applying force with a screwdriver?

a)

Tap the screw with a hammer first

b)

Keep the tip fully engaged in the screw head

c)

Hold the screw loosely

d)

Turn it slightly in both directions first

10.

True or False: Over-tightening a screw can damage the screw or material.

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