WorksheetsUnit 113 Hand Tools, Planes & Woodworking Joints Quiz
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
What is the main purpose of a marking gauge?
Marking lines parallel to an edge
Cutting across the grain
Checking squareness
Smoothing surfaces
Which tool is used to check a 90° angle?
Sliding bevel
Try square
Ripsaw
Spokeshave
A tenon saw is mainly designed for:
Curved cuts
Fine, straight accurate cuts
Cutting metal
Ripping along the grain
What is the purpose of a coping saw?
Long straight cuts
Cutting curves and shapes
Cutting joints
Removing waste wood
What is a jack plane mainly used for?
Rough shaping and initial flattening of timber
Cutting across the grain
Creating joints
Marking out angles
A smoothing plane is designed to:
Remove thick layers quickly
Create the final smooth finish on a surface
Cut deep rebates
Plane end grain only
What is the primary purpose of a block plane?
Cutting mortises
Planing end grain and small adjustments
Creating curves
Marking long lines
A spokeshave is used for:
Shaping curves and rounded edges
Measuring angles
Drilling holes
Cutting straight joints
Which tool is used to transfer angles other than 90°?
Try square
Sliding bevel
Combination square
Panel saw
What tool is used to mark the two parallel lines needed for a mortise and tenon joint?
Sliding bevel
Mortise gauge
Compass
Pencil only
What is the simplest and weakest joint?
Dovetail joint
Butt joint
Mortise and tenon
Halving joint
A housing joint involves:
Cutting two halves to overlap
Removing a slot so another piece fits inside
Cutting a tenon
Joining timber end to end
Which joint is commonly used for picture frames?
Mitre joint
Lap joint
Halving joint
Dovetail joint
A mortise and tenon joint is best used for:
Drawers
Framing and doors
Temporary fixings
Decorative edges
What is the purpose of a bench plane?
Sharpening chisels
Flattening and straightening long boards
Cutting angles
Holding timber
When using a plane, the grain should be:
Ignored
Planed against
Planed with the grain
Planed across the grain
A lap joint is formed by:
Dropping one board onto another without cutting
Removing half the thickness from both pieces
Cutting a slot for one piece to sit in
Using nails only
What is the purpose of a chisel?
Cutting and removing waste wood
Checking for level
Cutting metal
Tightening screws
Why is a mallet used with a chisel?
It sharpens the chisel
It applies force without damaging the handle
It marks the timber
It keeps the chisel cool
A steel rule is used for:
Accurate linear measuring
Cutting joints
Planing timber
Drilling holes
What is the correct stance when sawing?
Feet together directly behind the work
One foot forward for balance and control
Leaning over the saw
Kneeling down
A combination square can be used for:
Planing surfaces
Setting 45° and 90° angles
Cutting curves
Holding timber
A halving joint is typically used for:
Framing
Hinges
Decorative edges
Weatherproof joints
Why is maintaining hand tools important?
It reduces workshop noise
It ensures safety and accuracy
It keeps the bench clean
It saves electricity
A G-clamp or F-clamp is used to:
Mark timber
Hold materials securely while cutting or gluing
Cut joints
Check for squareness
