Carpentry 2 - Mod 3 – Final Exam
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What is the purpose of a plumb bob in carpentry?
✔✔ To establish a vertical reference line for accurate measurements.
Why should you always measure twice before cutting?
✔✔ To ensure accuracy and avoid wasting material.
What is the function of a carpenter's square?
✔✔ It helps measure and mark right angles in woodworking.
What does "planing" wood involve?
✔✔ It is the process of smoothing and leveling the surface of wood.
Why is it important to properly secure wood before cutting?
✔✔ To prevent the wood from shifting and causing inaccurate cuts.
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, What is a coping saw used for?
✔✔ It is used to cut curves and intricate shapes in wood.
What is the difference between a hammer and a mallet?
✔✔ A hammer has a hard metal head, while a mallet has a soft, typically wooden or rubber head,
to avoid damaging surfaces.
What is the function of wood glue?
✔✔ Wood glue bonds two pieces of wood together for a strong, permanent connection.
Why do carpenters use clamps during assembly?
✔✔ Clamps hold materials in place while glue sets or while securing a joint.
What is the best way to sand wood?
✔✔ Use a smooth, consistent motion to remove imperfections and smooth out the surface.
What does "cutting with the grain" mean in carpentry?
✔✔ Cutting along the natural fibers of the wood for smoother results.
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Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2024/2025 | Correct % Verified
What is the purpose of a plumb bob in carpentry?
✔✔ To establish a vertical reference line for accurate measurements.
Why should you always measure twice before cutting?
✔✔ To ensure accuracy and avoid wasting material.
What is the function of a carpenter's square?
✔✔ It helps measure and mark right angles in woodworking.
What does "planing" wood involve?
✔✔ It is the process of smoothing and leveling the surface of wood.
Why is it important to properly secure wood before cutting?
✔✔ To prevent the wood from shifting and causing inaccurate cuts.
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, What is a coping saw used for?
✔✔ It is used to cut curves and intricate shapes in wood.
What is the difference between a hammer and a mallet?
✔✔ A hammer has a hard metal head, while a mallet has a soft, typically wooden or rubber head,
to avoid damaging surfaces.
What is the function of wood glue?
✔✔ Wood glue bonds two pieces of wood together for a strong, permanent connection.
Why do carpenters use clamps during assembly?
✔✔ Clamps hold materials in place while glue sets or while securing a joint.
What is the best way to sand wood?
✔✔ Use a smooth, consistent motion to remove imperfections and smooth out the surface.
What does "cutting with the grain" mean in carpentry?
✔✔ Cutting along the natural fibers of the wood for smoother results.
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