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Driveshaft Components vocab exercise

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the function of a Driveshaft (Prop Shaft / Propeller Shaft)?

a)

To transmit torque from the transmission to the differential or directly to the wheels.

b)

To provide stability and reduce vibration.

c)

To allow axial movement to accommodate changes in length.

d)

To connect the driveshaft to the differential or transmission.

2.

A Slip Yoke is a ______.

a)

flexible joint

b)

splined connection

c)

gearbox

d)

mounting component

3.

What does a Universal Joint (U-Joint) allow?

a)

It allows the driveshaft to transmit power even at an angle.

b)

It ensures smooth power transfer at varying angles.

c)

It provides additional support to a multi-section driveshaft.

d)

It connects the driveshaft to the differential.

4.

The Constant Velocity Joint (CV Joint) is often found in which type of vehicles?

a)

Rear-wheel-drive vehicles

b)

Front-wheel-drive vehicles

c)

All-wheel-drive vehicles

d)

Two-wheel-drive vehicles

5.

What is the purpose of a Center Support Bearing?

a)

To provide stability and reduce vibration in multi-piece driveshafts.

b)

To connect the driveshaft to the differential.

c)

To allow movement in the driveshaft for suspension travel.

d)

To split power between the wheels.

6.

A Differential is a ______.

a)

gearbox

b)

flexible joint

c)

splined connection

d)

mounting component

7.

Where is the Pinion Yoke located?

a)

At the connection point where the driveshaft attaches to the differential.

b)

At the center support bearing.

c)

At the end of the driveshaft.

d)

At the mounting component.

8.

What is another term for the Carrier Bearing?

a)

Center support bearing

b)

Flange yoke

c)

Slip yoke

d)

Universal joint

9.

The Flange Yoke is a ______.

a)

mounting component

b)

flexible joint

c)

gearbox

d)

splined connection

10.

What does a Slip Joint allow?

a)

Axial movement to accommodate changes in length.

b)

Power transmission at an angle.

c)

Connection to the differential.

d)

Stability and vibration reduction.