Masonry tools and equipment questions with correct answers

Masonry tools and equipment questions with
correct answers
trowel CORRECT ANSWER used for spreading and applying mortar
Retractable tape CORRECT ANSWER used to make measurements, can be 15ft or 25ft long
Squares CORRECT ANSWER used for marking, testing for squareness, and measuring
Try square CORRECT ANSWER used mainly for marking, measuring, and testing for squareness. The blade is 90 degrees
Combination square CORRECT ANSWER determining 45 and 90 degree angles
Framing/Steel CORRECT ANSWER Blade is 24" and tongue is 16". Small version used to square sides of door and window openings
Brick Hammer CORRECT ANSWER used to break or chip mortar, stones, and other masonry materials. Also used to drive nails and strike chisels
Spirit level CORRECT ANSWER Used constantly to determine whether walls are plumb (vertical) or level (horizontal)
Plumb Bob CORRECT ANSWER Used to test for plumb of walls and columns
Chisel CORRECT ANSWER used to cut clay and concrete blocks and splitting stones
Line and holders CORRECT ANSWER a simple cord that ensures that floors are level and there are no bulges or hollows