WorksheetsAll About Plasterboard Types
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is plasterboard mainly used for in buildings?
Making windows
Creating walls and ceilings
Building roofs
Laying floors
Which type of plasterboard is best for stopping the spread of fire?
Standard plasterboard
Fire-resistant plasterboard
Moisture-resistant plasterboard
Acoustic plasterboard
What is the main feature of moisture-resistant plasterboard?
It is very light
It does not get damaged easily by water
It is very colourful
It is used for painting
Which room in a house would most likely use moisture-resistant plasterboard?
Living room
Bathroom
Bedroom
Dining room
What is the main purpose of acoustic plasterboard?
To make the room warmer
To reduce noise
To make the walls look shiny
To make the walls stronger
Which tool is commonly used to cut plasterboard?
Hammer
Saw
Screwdriver
Paintbrush
What should you wear to protect your eyes when cutting plasterboard?
Gloves
Goggles
Hat
Scarf
Which type of plasterboard is often used in kitchens?
Fire-resistant plasterboard
Moisture-resistant plasterboard
Acoustic plasterboard
Standard plasterboard
What is the last step when finishing plasterboard?
Cutting the board
Painting or wallpapering
Measuring the wall
Carrying the board
Which of these is NOT a type of plasterboard?
Fire-resistant plasterboard
Moisture-resistant plasterboard
Glass plasterboard
Acoustic plasterboard
What is used to fix plasterboard to a wall?
Screws or nails
Glue sticks
String
Tape
Why is fire-resistant plasterboard important in homes?
It makes the walls look nice
It helps slow down fire
It is cheaper
It is lighter
What colour is often used to identify fire-resistant plasterboard?
Blue
Pink
Green
Yellow
Which type of plasterboard would you use in a music room?
Fire-resistant plasterboard
Acoustic plasterboard
Moisture-resistant plasterboard
Standard plasterboard
What is the main ingredient in plasterboard?
Wood
Gypsum
Plastic
Metal
What do you call the process of making the joints between plasterboards smooth?
Painting
Taping and jointing
Sanding
Screwing
Which of these is a benefit of using acoustic plasterboard?
It is waterproof
It keeps rooms quiet
It is fireproof
It is colourful
What should you do before installing plasterboard?
Paint the wall
Measure the wall
Put up curtains
Lay carpet
Which type of plasterboard is best for a garage where cars are kept?
Fire-resistant plasterboard
Acoustic plasterboard
Moisture-resistant plasterboard
Standard plasterboard
What is the usual thickness of plasterboard used for walls in homes?
1 mm
12.5 mm
50 mm
100 mm
What is used to cover the screws after fixing plasterboard?
Paint
Joint filler
Wallpaper
Glue
Which type of plasterboard is green in colour?
Fire-resistant plasterboard
Moisture-resistant plasterboard
Acoustic plasterboard
Standard plasterboard
What is the main reason for using plasterboard on ceilings?
To make the ceiling look nice
To cover wires and pipes
To make the ceiling stronger and smoother
To hang pictures
Which of these is a finishing method for plasterboard?
Wallpapering
Tiling
Painting
All of the above
What is the British spelling for the material used to make walls and ceilings?
Plasterboard
Drywall
Sheetrock
Wallboard
Which type of plasterboard would you use in a swimming pool changing room?
Fire-resistant plasterboard
Moisture-resistant plasterboard
Acoustic plasterboard
Standard plasterboard
What is the first thing you should do when installing plasterboard?
Paint the board
Measure and cut the board
Sand the board
Put up curtains
Which of these is NOT a finishing method for plasterboard?
Painting
Wallpapering
Tiling
Welding
What is the main reason for using fire-resistant plasterboard in kitchens?
To make the kitchen look nice
To help protect against fire
To keep the kitchen quiet
To stop water
Which of these is a safe way to carry plasterboard?
Drag it on the floor
Carry it with a friend
Throw it over your shoulder
Roll it up
