Chapter 2

Question 1

Using tools correctly, as well as reading and interpreting prints, takes skill and practice.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

The compass, or scribe, is a precision instrument used to lay out circles and arcs.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Retractable tape measures are designed to take outside measurements only.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

A tool is any object or device that makes it easier to accomplish a task.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

A straightedge is the best choice for long lines.

Answer 5

False

Question 6

A retractable tape measure is usually referred to as a tape measure.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Which tool is the best to ensure that the end of a board is squared or at a 90 degree angle?

Answer 7

Combination Square

Question 8

What is a tool that consists of a metal blade attached to a wood or metal head with a locking device, and that is used to transfer an angle?

Answer 8

Sliding T-Bevel

Question 9

What is a flat L-shaped measuring and lay out tool?

Answer 9

Framing Square

Question 10

The process of measuring and marking material is called .

Answer 10

Layout

Question 11

is a term that means relating to a straight line.

Answer 11

Linear

Question 12

A circle is divided into
individual degrees.

Answer 12

360

Question 13

To take an outside measurement, the
of the retractable tape measure is placed over the edge of the object.

Answer 13

Hook

Question 14

The V-shaped pencil mark used to mark a given distance on a tape measure is also referred to as a .

Answer 14

Crows Foot

Question 15

The two parts of the framing square are the body and the .

Answer 15

Tongue

Question 16

The two common methods for taking inner dimensions are the reading the curve method and the method.

Answer 16

Case

Question 17

Never use a
for any purpose other than the one for which it was designed.

Answer 17

Tool

Question 18

For a chalk line to be accurate, the
must be pulled tight and positioned exactly on the marks.

Answer 18

String

Question 19

A square makes it easy to lay out many different angles.

Answer 19

Combination

Question 20

A is used to make measurements in degrees or to mark angles.

Answer 20

Protractor

Question 21

A is often used to set the angle of a sliding T-bevel.

Answer 21

Protractor

Question 22

A consists of a string wound inside a container filled with powdered chalk.

Answer 22

Chalk Box

Question 23

A compass has two legs; one leg has a sharp point at the end and the other leg is designed to hold a .
.

Answer 23

Pencil

Question 24

The part of the combination square that is an indent on the blade. Also labeled as A.

Answer 24

Groove

Question 25

The part of the combinations square that you hold onto. Also labeled as B.

Answer 25

Handle

Question 26

The part of the combination square that can tell you if something is level or plumb. Also labeled as C.

Answer 26

Level

Question 27

The part of the combination square that is used to keep it in place after adjusting. Also known as D.

Answer 27

Locking Device

Question 28

The part of the combination square that is used for measurements and can be used as a straight edge to mark lines and angles. Also labeled as E.

Answer 28

Blade