Job Information Level 1: Lesson 1 Identifying Some Basic Tools Of The Trade

Question 1

In selecting either a box or open-end wrench, care should be taken to see that the ? properly fits the nut.

a.
bolt

b.
driver

c.
washer

d.
wrench

Answer 1

wrench

Question 2

What might result from the use of an open-end wrench with too large an opening for a particular job?

I. This is not a problem if the wrench is only one size larger than the nut.
II. The jaws of the wrench might become sprung.
III. The nut or bolt might become rounded.
IV. The wrench will break.

a.
I. and II.

b.
II. and III.

c.
I. and III.

d.
II. and IV.

Answer 2

II. and III.

Question 3

The rubber or vinyl handgrips found on most pliers are designed to protect the users from electrical shock.

Select one:
True
False

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Should you avoid heating wrenches excessively?
Select one:

a.
Yes, heating makes the steel brittle.

b.
No, heat actually strengthens steel.

c.
Yes, the heat weakens and destroys the temper of the steel.

d.
No, the heating of a wrench is not a problem because it is .

Answer 4

Yes, the heat weakens and destroys the temper of the steel.

Question 5

? wrenches are designed to provide a wide range of applications in a single tool.
Select one:

a.
Adjustable

b.
Box

c.
Combination

d.
Socket

Answer 5

Adjustable

Question 6

To break a stuck nut loose, you should use a(n) ? wrench.
Select one:

a.
adjustable

b.
Allen

c.
box

d.
open-end

Answer 6

box

Question 7

When should you use a piece of pipe as a leverage extension on the handle on a wrench?
Select one:

a.
As necessary to increase torque to loosen a stuck bolt or nut.

b.
Only on approved torque multiplying wrenches.

c.
Only if the pipe is less than 4’ in length and is made from Galvanized Ridge Conduit (GRC) or Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC).

d.
Never use a piece of pipe as a leverage extension on the handle on a wrench.

Answer 7

Never use a piece of pipe as a leverage extension on the handle on a wrench.

Question 8

The ? wrench is intended for use on pipe to avoid marring the surface.
Select one:

a.
adjustable

b.
chain

c.
pipe

d.
strap

Answer 8

strap

Question 9

What type of pipe wrenches are designed for turning and holding where marring is not objectionable?

I. Adjustable wrench
II. Chain wrench
III. Pipe wrench
IV. Utility wrench
Select one:

a.
I. and II.

b.
II. and III.

c.
I. and III.

d.
II. and IV.

Answer 9

II. and III.

Question 10

What are the two basic nose styles for lineman’s side cutting pliers?

I. Duck bill style
II. Long nose style
III. New England style
IV. Square nose style
V. Tongue and groove style

Select one:

a.
I. and II.

b.
II. and III.

c.
I. and III.

d.
III. and IV.

Answer 10

III. and IV.

Question 11

Cuts using pliers should always be made at right angles with the wire.

Select one:
True
False

Answer 11

True

Question 12

Side cutters should never be used as a hammer.
Select one:
True
False

Answer 12

True

Question 13

Three nose configurations found on long nose pliers are ? , ? , and ? .

I. chain
II. needle
III. New England
IV. round
V. square
Select one:

a.
I., II., and III.

b.
II., III., and IV.

c.
I., II., and IV.

d.
I., II., and V.

Answer 13

I., II., and IV.

Question 14

Flat nose pliers also are known as ? pliers.
Select one:

a.
chain

b.
duck bill

c.
needle

d.
New England

e.
square

Answer 14

duck bill

Question 15

Slip joint pliers are also known as ? pliers.
Select one:

a.
square nose

b.
tongue and groove

c.
water pump

d.
b. or c.

Answer 15

b. or c.

Question 16

A hammer having a ? or a ? head should never be used for electrical work.

Select one:

a.
ball-peen / bevel

b.
damaged / loose

c.
foul blow / ball-peen

d.
straight claw / bevel

Answer 16

damaged / loose

Question 17

The ? is used to mark the center of a hole before drilling.
Select one:

a.
center punch

b.
drift punch

c.
multi-tap

d.
pin punch

Answer 17

center punch

Question 18

Star drills are used for drilling holes in ? material(s).
Select one:

a.
ceramic

b.
concrete or masonry

c.
sheet metal or steel

d.
wooden

Answer 18

concrete or masonry

Question 19

Why should you rotate the star drill after each blow of the hammer?

I. Rotating the drill prevents flat spots on the drill face.
II. Rotating the drill prevents the drill from binding.
III. Rotating the drill makes a smoother hole.
IV. It is not necessary to rotate the drill unless it is installed in a rotary hammer drill motor.

Select one:

a.
I. and II.

b.
II. and III.

c.
I. and III.

d.
II. and IV.

Answer 19

II. and III.

Question 20

The three basic parts of the standard screwdriver are the ? , ? , and the ? .

I. bit
II. blade
III. face
IV. handle
V. offset
VI. Phillips
VII. shank
Select one:

a.
I., II., and III.

b.
II., III., and IV.

c.
II., IV., and VI.

d.
II., IV., and VII.

e.
I., VI., and VII.

Answer 20

II., IV., and VII.

Question 21

Selecting and using a screwdriver having a blade much smaller than the screw head slot could cause the tip to snap.
Select one:

True
False

Answer 21

True

Question 22

ID this

Answer 22

hacksaw

Question 23

ID this

Answer 23

band saw

Question 24

ID this

Answer 24

hole saws

Question 25

ID this

Answer 25

hand knockout punches

Question 26

ID this

Answer 26

screw holding screwdriver

Question 27

ID this

Answer 27

Awl (hole punch)

Question 28

ID this

Answer 28

Awl (hole punch)

Question 29

ID this

Answer 29

masonry drill bit

Question 30

ID this

Answer 30

paddle or butterfly bit

Question 31

ID this

Answer 31

auger bit

Question 32

ID this

Answer 32

fuse puller

Question 33

ID this

Answer 33

soldering iron

Question 34

ID this

Answer 34

soldering gun

Question 35

An offset screwdriver is available with standard or Phillips blades.
Select one:
True
False

Answer 35

True