Tools Exam Ch. 11-13

Front 1

What is the short side of a framing square called?

Back 1

tongue

Front 2

Which layout tool may be adjusted to serve as a marking gauge?

Back 2

combination square

Front 3

When a high-speed twist bit is used in metal, how is it kept cool?

Back 3

cutting oil on the bit keeps the bit cool

Front 4

What is a nail claw commonly called?

Back 4

cat’s paw

Front 5

Which tool is used to make small curved cuts in mouldings?

Back 5

coping saw

Front 6

What is the reason for staggering the nails when you drive nails along the length of a piece of wood?

Back 6

it prevents the wood from splitting

Front 7

Which tool is used to draw large circles?

Back 7

trammel points

Front 8

When drilling with a twist bit, what general rule should be followed?

Back 8

drill wood with high speed and steel with low speed

Front 9

The most often used table on the framing square is the _____________.

Back 9

rafter table

Front 10

Which tool should be used to mark a long, straight line?

Back 10

chalk line

Front 11

Which of the following describes the two types of heads on framing hammers?

Back 11

. smooth and serrated

Front 12

In construction, what does the term “plumb” mean?

Back 12

vertical

Front 13

What is the term for the saw cut through which the saw blade passes?

Back 13

kerf

Front 14

What are yellow-handled aviation snips used for?

Back 14

straight cuts

Front 15

The end vial of a carpenters level is used for levelling; checking level.

Back 15

False

Front 16

What is the name of the large, L-shaped squaring tool that has tables stamped on it?

Back 16

framing square

Front 17

What is the correct order for drilling in order to set the head of the screw below the surface?

Back 17

counterbore, pilot, and shank hole

Front 18

What is laying out stock to fit against an irregular surface called?

Back 18

scribing

Front 19

Which type of square allows the blade to turn to any angle?

Back 19

sliding T-bevel

Front 20

What is the name of the one-handed plane with a low blade angle?

Back 20

block plane

Front 21

What is the part of an auger bit that scores the outer circle of the hole called?

Back 21

spur

Front 22

What does the colour of the handles on aviation snips indicate?

Back 22

the direction in which curves may easily be cut

Front 23

In hot weather, what happens to the bubble in a level?

Back 23

it becomes smaller

Front 24

What should be raised to adjust a carpenter’s level into a level position when the bubble is found to be touching the right?

Back 24

The left side should be raised.

Front 25

What is the name of the triangular-shaped tool used to lay out 90- and 45-degree angles?

Back 25

Speed Square®

Front 26

What is most jobsite measuring done with?

Back 26

a pocket tape

Front 27

What are pliers designed for general use called?

Back 27

combination pliers

Front 28

When snapping a long chalk line, what should you make sure to do?

Back 28

keep the string from sagging

Front 29

Which tool is most commonly used for cutting gypsum board?

Back 29

utility knife

Front 30

In construction, what does the term “level” mean?

Back 30

horizontal

Front 31

In what classification of tools are hammers, bars, and pullers?

Back 31

dismantling tools

Front 32

What is a short, thin blade chisel that is preferred for finish work called?

Back 32

butt chisel

Front 33

What is necessary to allow the installation of plugs in screw holes?

Back 33

plugged pilot hole

Front 34

As a general rule, use nails that are _______________ longer than the thickness of the material being fastened.

Back 34

3 times

Front 35

What is the smallest imperial increment typically used by a carpenter?

Back 35

1/16"

Front 36

The set of saw teeth helps to prevent binding of the saw blade.

Back 36

True

Front 37

Which handsaw is used to make small diameter cuts?

Back 37

compass saw

Front 38

What is the technique of driving nails at an angle to fasten the end of one piece to another called?

Back 38

toe nailing

Front 39

Which tool is also known as a scriber?

Back 39

wing dividers

Front 40

Which plane is considered to be the best for all-around work?

Back 40

jack plane

Front 41

When you use a push-style handsaw, where should the face side of the stock be?

Back 41

up

Front 42

What is the metric equivalent of a 2" ´ 4"?

Back 42

38 ´ 89 mm

Front 43

The higher the number of the point size on a Phillips screwdriver, the ________________.

Back 43

larger the diameter of the point

Front 44

The concave surface on the bevel of a chisel is called a _________

Back 44

hollow grind

Front 45

The size of a hammer is determined by the length of its handle.

Back 45

False

Front 46

When stretching a steel tape to lay out a measurement, how should you place the ring?

Back 46

so that the outside of the ring is on the starting line

Front 47

What size hole will a #10 auger bit bore?

Back 47

5/8 inch diameter hole

Front 48

When trimming the end of a board, which saw will result in the cleanest cut?

Back 48

crosscut saws

Front 49

Nails have more holding power when driven across the grain.

Back 49

True

Front 50

What is the second step in sharpening a badly dulled chisel?

Back 50

whetting

Front 51

What type of tools are named Spring-, C-, and Quick- ?

Back 51

clamps

Front 52

Which saw is used to cut metal?

Back 52

hacksaw

Front 53

When you use a handsaw, the face side of the stock should be______.

Back 53

up

Front 54

Which tool is used to control saw-cut angles of various degrees on finish lumber?

Back 54

mitre box

Front 55

Which of the following is a trick to keep the nail from splitting the wood?

Back 55

blunt the end of the nail before driving it into the wood

Front 56

When performing heavy framing a ______________- chisel is usually used, whereas a ____________- chisel is used more often for finish work.

Back 56

Firmer, Butt

Front 57

What is drawing lines parallel to the edge of a board called?

Back 57

gauging

Front 58

What diameter hole does a lock set usually require?

Back 58

2-1/8 inch (54 mm)

Front 59

What is the tool that hangs on a string to show absolute vertical called?

Back 59

plumb bob